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Alex Jobin

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

Elections

Meet the educator running against Alabama’s longest-serving lawmaker

Educator Spencer Stone launched a Democratic campaign for the Alabama Senate, criticizing the incumbent for prioritizing party loyalty over constituent needs.

Alex Jobin

January 12, 2026

“I’m running out of necessity”: Congressional challenger Case Dixon qualifies for GOP primary

Dixon criticized incumbent Gary Palmer, saying the 12-year incumbent repeatedly failed to stand for accountability and fueled inflation with massive spending votes.

Alex Jobin

January 9, 2026

New bill would allow Alabamians to purchase digital driver’s licenses, nondriver IDs

The measure mandated that the state's law enforcement agency apply reasonable standards of security to protect user privacy and card integrity.

Alex Jobin

January 8, 2026

Andrew Sorrell gives up secretary of state bid to run for reelection as auditor

Andrew Sorrell said he could best serve Alabamians as auditor, shaking up the primary race and causing worry for frontrunner Derek Chen.

Alex Jobin

January 7, 2026

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.

Alex Jobin

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.

Alex Jobin

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.

Alex Jobin

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.

Alex Jobin

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.

Alex Jobin

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.

Alex Jobin

December 31, 2025