ALGOP Outreach Coalition seeks to build bridges to minority voters
Among other speakers, Rep. Kenneth Paschal, R-Pelham, spoke about being the first African American elected as a Republican since Reconstruction.
Companies begin requesting applications for medical marijuana licenses
Around 200 total requests have been submitted in the first week of applications.
Alabama Board of Education codifies “Don’t Say Gay” law
The language reflects a law enacted by the Legislature earlier this year to prevent the discussion or instruction of sexual orientation and gender identity.
Board of Education moves toward changing graduation requirements
If adopted, graduating students in 2028 and beyond will be required to earn a college and career ready credential in order to earn a diploma.
Officials break ground on new mental health facility in Hoover
Another groundbreaking is planned for an additional mental health facility in Madison County this fall.
Eagle Forum fighting DOJ subpoena over bill targeting trans medical treatment ban
Southeast Law Institute is also fighting an identical subpoena, arguing that the requested documents are irrelevant to the case.
Marshall declares intent to enforce abortion ban against VA doctors
The VA is allowing abortions to be provided even in states that have made the procedure illegal.
Sophocleus running as Libertarian for U.S. Senate
John Sophocleus said he would uphold and apply the U.S. Constitution without regard to lobbyists.
New omicron-specific COVID boosters coming to Alabama
UAB vaccine expert Dr. Paul Goepfert said the new boosters give recipients their best chance to avoid infection and hospitalizations.
Democratic, Libertarian secretary of state candidates to participate in forum
Republican nominee Wes Allen is not participating. His campaign manager said Allen's schedule had already been filled.