News DOJ settles with Alabama contractor over discrimination claims The agreement resolves allegations that Burford’s routinely discriminated against lawful permanent residents during the hiring process. Staff7 hours ago
Local news Prattville Pride rides In Christmas Parade Despite threats, the float experienced very little trouble during the parade. Jacob HolmesDecember 7, 2024
Local news Judge rules Prattville must allow pride float in parade Prattville Pride is prepared to participate in tonight’s parade as originally planned. Jacob HolmesDecember 6, 2024
Local news North Shelby Library to segregate LGBTQ children’s books Books regarding sexual orientation and gender fall within a new "parent guidance" section of the Children's Department created by the policy. Jacob HolmesOctober 4, 2024
Courts 11th Circuit denies rehearing request in Alabama’s transgender healthcare ban A 2023 panel opinion, now affirmed, concluded that Alabama’s ban does not discriminate against transgender individuals. StaffAugust 29, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | In Russellville, a “how-to” on discrimination A Russellville superintendent was fired, apparently because he made the schools and the town too welcoming to Hispanic families. Josh MoonAugust 12, 2024
Congress State to pay $3M in plaintiffs’ attorney fees in Congressional redistricting suit The expense is added to an already hefty bill for the suit, with the state paying outside counsel to assist. Jacob HolmesAugust 6, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell announces $383 million in financial assistance for Alabama farmers The program aims to provide financial assistance to farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in prior funding. StaffAugust 1, 2024
Courts Plaintiffs say new Prattville Library policies remain unconstitutional The new policy supports the removal of LGBTQ books. Jacob HolmesJuly 23, 2024
Courts Judge denies request to strike down racial quota by “shortcut” More than 20 state boards require the appointment of racial minorities. Jacob HolmesJuly 18, 2024