Prisons Families call prisons “drug-infested slums” in annual public hearing, demand reform Sen. Vivian Figures said state legislators “need to spend some time in these prisons ... without any protection.” Chance Phillips / July 25, 2024
Alabama members of Congress applaud Israeli prime minister Sen. Tommy Tuberville said Netanyahu, who has been accused by the ICC of committing war crimes, is “what leadership looks like.” Chance Phillips / July 25, 2024
AG Marshall opposes rescheduling marijuana, calls it a “cheap ploy” Steve Marshall joined ten other state attorneys general in claiming rescheduling marijuana is illegal, against international law, and unwarranted. Chance Phillips / July 24, 2024
University of Alabama shuts down DEI office to comply with state law The new UA website meant to explain the effects of SB129 describes new restrictions on UA instructors in detail. Chance Phillips / July 24, 2024
Yes, Kamala Harris can be on the ballot in Alabama Now endorsed by the Alabama Democratic Party, Kamala Harris will be on the November ballot if she wins the nomination. Chance Phillips / July 23, 2024
Rep. Palmer: Secret Service director should resign after Trump assassination attempt Following questioning Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle on Monday, Palmer called for her to “resign immediately.” Chance Phillips / July 23, 2024
Alabama politicians react to Biden bowing out of the 2024 election After President Biden announced he won’t accept the Democratic nomination, Alabama Republicans quickly pivoted to attacking Vice President Kamala Harris. Chance Phillips / July 22, 2024
Home prices and number of sales continue to rise: Alabama Realtors During a national housing crisis, home prices in Alabama have kept increasing but still remain below historic peaks. Chance Phillips / July 22, 2024
Secretary of State Wes Allen signs statement on election integrity at RNC In a joint statement, Secretary of State Wes Allen outlined “fundamental steps to restoring confidence in our elections.” Chance Phillips / July 19, 2024
School choice vouchers tanked Arizona’s budget. Could they do the same in Alabama? Recent reporting accuses school choice vouchers of draining state budgets, raising questions about the effects of Alabama's new CHOOSE Act. Chance Phillips / July 19, 2024