Chance Phillips

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

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Hyundai-Kia supply chain included in “Dirty Dozen” list of dangerous employers

The supply chain is “linked to worker deaths, child labor, unsafe conditions, and systemic labor exploitation,” a nonprofit’s report alleges.

April 24, 2026

Moore outraised, outspent Marshall in the first quarter of 2026

Congressman Moore received almost $750,000 in contributions in the first months of 2026, as well as sizable transfers from Congressional Republican leadership.

April 17, 2026

University of Alabama students publish independent magazines after anti-DEI cancellations

The new magazines were funded and published after the University of Alabama cancelled two student-run magazines last year.

April 13, 2026

Bill to limit SNAP benefits passed by House, sent to governor

Representative Pebblin Warren asked about the impacts of the bill on children whose families wouldn’t be able to buy Easter candy.

April 10, 2026

Rep. Sewell calls Trump’s behavior in war with Iran “increasingly erratic and unhinged”

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump threatened that “a whole civilization will die tonight,” before announcing a two week ceasefire with Iran.

April 8, 2026

Senate changes rules to reduce lieutenant governor’s role, add new committee

The rules changes reduce the influence of the lieutenant governor in the Senate by significantly increasing that of the president pro tempore.

April 3, 2026

Supreme Court justices appear skeptical of Trump admin’s attack on birthright citizenship

“Ask any American what our citizenship rule is and they’ll tell you, everyone born here is a citizen alike,” the ACLU attorney argued.

April 2, 2026

Gov. Ivey signs executive order meant to prevent state-chartered banks from denying people service

The new executive order parallels actions taken by President Donald Trump, who’s complained about being “debanked” following the January 6 riot.

March 27, 2026

Senate majority leader endorses Barry Moore for Senate

The endorsements of Moore’s Senate campaign by Senators John Thune and Tim Scott follow a January endorsement by President Donald Trump.

March 25, 2026

Bill to tax foreign remittances receives public hearing

“So I would have to fill out additional forms, and I’m a tax-paying citizen?” Representative Andy Whitt asked the bill’s sponsor.

March 19, 2026