Chance Phillips

Chance Phillips is a reporter. You can reach him at [email protected].

Congress

Rep. Sewell cosponsors constitutional amendment on presidential immunity

The recently proposed amendment would strip presidents of their newfound immunity surrounding official acts and ban self-pardons.

July 26, 2024

Rep. Treadaway: Birmingham, Montgomery police have staffing issues

Recently recognized as the “Crime Stopper of the Year,” Rep. Treadaway will sit on a new committee on urban crime.

July 26, 2024

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.”

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.”

July 25, 2024

green marijuana leaf on scales, cannabis legalization

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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

July 22, 2024

Home For Sale Raeal Estate Sign in Front of Beautiful New House.

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.

July 22, 2024