Sen. Britt reaffirms support for controversial SAVE Act
The Alabama Republican defended the bill, which mandates voters provide proof of citizenship, calling election integrity “critical to our democracy.”
Senate Judiciary Committee passes bills on voting rights restoration, increased criminal penalties
The Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee approved measures streamlining voting rights restoration for felons and increasing penalties for reckless endangerment and illegal handicap parking.
House Education Policy Committee passes bill to limit screen time in early childhood education
The Healthy Early Development and Screen Time Act passed unanimously, limiting screen time for children 5 and younger in publicly funded learning centers.
Local educator Craig Jelks officially launches independent bid for US Senate
Disillusioned with both major parties, the career educator announced he was running as an independent to represent everyday Alabamians.
SPLC attorney discusses settlement to reduce institutionalization of disabled children in Alabama
Before the settlement, thousands of disabled youth were unnecessarily isolated and segregated in highly rigid placements, often facing unsafe conditions.
Kenneth Traywick speaks out after 35-day hunger strike at Bullock prison
The prison reform advocate called his 35-day strike a “failure” after ADOC met none of his demands before medical issues forced him to stop.
Alabama Cannabis Coalition announces push for hemp ban repeal
The controversial legislation, signed by Gov. Kay Ivey last year, set major restrictions on the state's hemp industry, sparking claims of monopoly protection.
Dakarai Larriett talks Senate campaign, Democratic primary, ongoing lawsuit and more
Larriett detailed his campaign's growth, fundraising success and coordination with Democratic groups, while discussing his lawsuit against Michigan State Police.
Alabama father, son indicted for $40,000 PPP fraud, tax evasion
The indictments followed a joint state investigation alleging the father, a county employee, and his son fraudulently obtained Paycheck Protection Program funds.
Alabama bill would let retired teachers drive school buses
House Bill 138, filed by state Rep. Kenneth Paschal, would allow public school teachers and state employees to drive buses without losing their retirement.