Alex Jobin

Alex Jobin is a reporter. You can reach him at [email protected].

Elections

CAIR implores Tuberville to visit Alabama mosque after latest Islamophobic comments

Following the senator's latest comments suggesting a Muslim mayor was the “enemy,” the organization reiterated its open invitation for him to visit a mosque.

January 6, 2026

Alabama reacts to Trump’s surprise assault on Venezuela

Alabama lawmakers split sharply after the military action; Republicans praised the capture while Democrats condemned the strike as unconstitutional.

January 5, 2026

Prison reform advocate has ended hunger strike after 35 days

The 35-day protest began after an officer pepper sprayed the advocate in alleged retaliation for speaking out against excessive force practices.

January 2, 2026

Alabama lawmaker proposes English-only driver’s license exams

Rep. Phillip Pettus proposed barring exams in any language but English, citing fatal crashes and federal policy changes as his call to action.

January 1, 2026

Year in Review: Alex Jobin’s Top 5 stories of 2025

A legislative session riddled with controversy, key local elections, and a senator's anti-Muslim comments defined 2025’s biggest headlines.

December 31, 2025

Local educator Craig Jelks considers independent bid for U.S. Senate

The educator cited frustration with both political parties and emphasized conservative principles in his potential independent bid.

December 31, 2025

Meet the candidates running for Alabama State Auditor in 2026

Josh Pendergrass shared his "American dream" story while Derek Chen detailed how his Taiwanese heritage shaped his views on accountability.

December 30, 2025

Alabama settles lawsuit over institutionalizing disabled children

A preliminary settlement required Alabama to institute standardized assessments and shift children from rigid facilities into community-based care.

December 25, 2025

Prefiled bill would redefine crime of “making a terrorist threat,” raise penalties

State senators prefiled SB31 for the 2026 session, redefining the crime and significantly increasing maximum prison sentences and mandatory fines for conviction.

December 24, 2025

Bill to require post-election audits refiled for 2026 session

Legislation seeking mandatory countywide and statewide general election audits was prefiled, requiring probate judges to oversee the auditing process.

December 23, 2025