Health Black Alabamians make up 11 percent of COVID vaccinations, but data incomplete The data also shows 32 percent of vaccinations were among races that were unknown or not reported. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 13, 2021
Legislature Alabama Senate committee votes to criminalize treatment for transgender minors A Gadsden police officer testified about getting care for his transgender daughter, which would be outlawed by the proposed legislation. Micah DanneyFebruary 12, 2021
Legislature Alabama Senate mulls Sen. Del Marsh’s lottery, gaming bills Marsh's bills are expected to be brought back to the full Senate after the Legislature's weeklong break. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 12, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims continue to increase The number of new weekly claims has risen steadily so far this year. Micah DanneyFebruary 12, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | Marsh’s gambling bill is already good, but it could be great "The comprehensive gaming bill could be life-changing for many of Alabama's poorest citizens, with only a few minor changes." Josh MoonFebruary 12, 2021
Legislature Members of SPLC-labeled “hate group” helped draft new monuments bill, lawmaker says Rep. Mike Holmes said two Southern Cultural Center members helped draft the legislation. The group's chairman says that's not so. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 11, 2021
Legislature Bill to repeal Memorial Preservation Act fails to advance Rep. Juandalynn Givan's bill was sent to a subcommittee after the state House Judiciary Committee failed to approve an amendment. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 11, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | The patsy should pay a price too "Whether he did it unwittingly or to pander for cheap votes, Tuberville helped Trump execute an insurrection, and that is unforgivable." Josh MoonFebruary 11, 2021
Legislature Senate reauthorizes Jobs Act and Growing Alabama Act The Jobs Act provides hundreds of millions in business incentives to in-state and out-of-state companies. John H. GlennFebruary 11, 2021
Legislature State Sen. Del Marsh’s gambling bills clear Senate committee SB214 would create a state lottery and allow casino gambling including electronic slot machines at a limited number of sites. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 11, 2021