News Fairhope library moves some books, keeps others amid funding fight Fairhope's library board moved five books and kept nine others amid a heated funding dispute over "sexually explicit" definitions and state code. Jacob Holmes / June 17, 2025
Alabamians join millions nationwide for “No Kings” protest Hundreds gathered Saturday morning carrying signs to denounce the presidency of Donald Trump, joining millions nationwide in the "No Kings" protest. Jacob Holmes / June 16, 2025
Gov. Ivey signs law untaxing baby goods, feminine hygiene products Ivey signed the “pink tax” law, eliminating state sales tax on diapers, baby formula, and feminine hygiene products. Jacob Holmes / June 13, 2025
ALDOT warns of “unpaid toll” text scam ALDOT warned citizens about a new text scam claiming unpaid toll fees. Jacob Holmes / June 12, 2025
State kills Gregory Hunt in third execution of 2025 Gregory Hunt was executed Tuesday, the state's third execution of 2025. This marked the fifth use of the controversial nitrogen hypoxia method. Jacob Holmes / June 11, 2025
Lawsuit challenging Alabama real estate board’s racial quota dismissed Judge Austin Huffaker Jr. denied the American Alliance for Equal Rights' request to substitute attorney Laura Clark as plaintiff. Jacob Holmes / June 10, 2025
Library challenger running for Madison City Council Rachel Homolak has made national news for her tactics challenging libraries in Missouri and Alabama. Jacob Holmes / June 6, 2025
Law takes effect requiring collection of immigrant biometric data Enforcement of the law will be funded through new circuit and municipal court fees. Jacob Holmes / June 4, 2025
State of Alabama agrees to allow more vape products after federal suit A new agreement following a federal suit greatly expanded the number of vape products convenience stores can continue to sell in Alabama. Jacob Holmes / June 3, 2025
Lumpkin kicks off campaign for House District 60 Lumpklin is looking to follow her aunt Sundra Escott Russell, the first African American woman elected to the Alabama Senate. Jacob Holmes / June 2, 2025