Alabamians prep for second wave of “No Kings” protests
Millions of Americans are set to voice their opposition to increasingly authoritarian actions by the Trump administration in a coordinated grassroots effort.
ABC board revises proposed hemp rules, lessening burden on retailers
The board approved new rules for consumable THC and hemp products, revising initial proposals to ease burdens on retailers after public comment.
Alabama Arise announces new policy priorities for 2026
After tallying votes, Arise announced it would focus on seven policy areas next year, including health equity and justice reform.
AG Marshall signs onto amicus brief supporting deployment of National Guard to Chicago
Alabama's attorney general joined a legal effort supporting the Trump administration's plan to deploy National Guard members to Chicago.
Senate committee holds NRC nomination hearing for Southern Power executive Ho Nieh
Ho Nieh, Trump's nominee for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, served the agency for 23 years in various leadership roles.
Alabama Athletic Commission shuts down illegal fighting event in Cherokee County
Authorities shut down an unlicensed combat sports event near Weiss Lake, citing dangerous conditions and violations of Alabama law.
Alabama’s US Senators sponsor resolution to recognize “Religious Education Week”
Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, alongside 25 colleagues, introduced a resolution aiming to affirm the importance of religious education.
Turning Point USA to host anti-abortion speaking event at the University of Alabama
The event will be the first public gathering hosted by the organization at the university since Charlie Kirk's death.
Birmingham invests $372,000 to make Safe Streets: Eastlake initiative permanent
The pilot program achieved significant success, reducing detected gunshots by 25 percent and emergency service calls by 22 percent in its first year.
How Black women with ties to Alabama shaped modern human rights
Keisha N. Blain's new book highlights the often underrepresented stories of Black women who played a foundational role in shaping human rights.