Legislature Bill banning “divisive concepts” such as CRT criticized by teachers, officials Critics say the bill chills difficult discussions about the reality of America's past abuses and failures. Jacob Holmes / February 24, 2022
Public hearing shows divide on House transgender treatment bill Doctors, parents of transgender children and a former transgender man shared differing perspectives from several experiences with gender dysphoria treatment. Jacob Holmes / February 24, 2022
Bathroom bill passes House Proponents claim boys entering girls' bathrooms is a safety concern that schools are afraid to address for fear of lawsuit. Jacob Holmes / February 24, 2022
Alabama House passes permitless carry Critics say the permits provide an extra safety net to get guns off the street and discover other illegal activity. Jacob Holmes / February 23, 2022
Anti-riot bill moves to Senate Opponents say the bill is too vague and could be wielded against citizens exercising their constitutional right to peaceful protest. Jacob Holmes / February 23, 2022
Two-thirds of Americans say schools fall short in teaching Black History Alabama's fight against Critical Race Theory has created confusion about what Black history can and cannot be taught in schools. Jacob Holmes / February 22, 2022
Democrats stall anti-riot bill Democrats threatened to filibuster through midnight to delay a vote on the bill, and Republicans conceded to carry the bill over. Jacob Holmes / February 17, 2022
Committee OKs anti-transgender bathroom bill Stadthagen said he sees a public safety issue with allowing students born as males into the girls' restroom. Jacob Holmes / February 17, 2022
House passes bill to create 90-day grace period for court fines The bill originally provided for a 180-day window but the period was shortened to 90 days by amendment. Jacob Holmes / February 16, 2022
Audit shows questionable expenses by Prichard Water manager An investigation is now underway into the potential misuse of funds. Jacob Holmes / February 15, 2022