Jacob Holmes

Jacob Holmes is a reporter. You can reach him at [email protected]

Economy

Opelika hemp store seeks city approval as funds run out

An Alabama hemp store owner is down to his last chance to stay open under strict new licensing laws.

April 7, 2026

Bill reshaping Archives board primed for final vote

Legislation to give political leaders greater control over the self-appointing Archives board advanced rapidly through the Statehouse last week.

April 6, 2026

Voting rights coalition calls for state voting rights act

Advocates rallied at the Statehouse Wednesday to back legislation aimed at breaking barriers that disenfranchise marginalized voters across Alabama.

April 2, 2026

Alabama House passes $3.7 billion General Fund Budget

The $3.7 billion spending plan featured a 2 percent pay raise for state employees and level-funding for most core operations.

April 2, 2026

Alabama Senate Republicans approve Ten Commandments bill after limiting debate

The legislation passed Tuesday mandated the religious text in classrooms for fifth graders and older, relying on private donations to avoid legal challenges.

April 1, 2026

Alabama, Auburn exempted from bill allowing termination of tenured professors

The Alabama House approved a measure giving most state colleges more power to fire faculty, despite Democratic concerns it targets diversity, equity and inclusion.

April 1, 2026

Lawsuit over Orange Beach body cam footage to move forward

The ruling does not address the merits of the case, but instead whether Dixon-Moreno alleged enough facts to state a claim.

April 1, 2026

Judge orders Central Alabama Water to add fluoride

Birmingham successfully sued the utility after it abruptly halted fluoridation, arguing the sudden move violated a state notification law.

March 31, 2026

Christian coalition condemns Allen’s ‘anti-muslim rhetoric’

The coalition said Allen's comments stand in direct contrast to the teachings of Christ.

March 27, 2026

House bill could reshape tenure at Alabama universities

A fast-tracked measure would expand the grounds for dismissing tenured professors and relegate faculty senates to strictly advisory roles.

March 27, 2026