Jacob Holmes

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Elections

McFeeters sues Tuberville over residency

Ken McFeeters filed a lawsuit Tuesday, claiming flight logs and car service records prove Tommy Tuberville actually lives in Florida.

March 25, 2026

Allen slams Wahl over visit to interfaith event that included Muslims

John Wahl defended his Christian faith Tuesday, calling the criticism ridiculous, while an Islamic advocacy group urged his Republican rival to visit a mosque.

March 25, 2026

Doug Jones calls on Ivey to suspend gas tax

The suggestion comes on the heels of similar action taken in Georgia.

March 23, 2026

House Republicans push closed primaries forward

A few Republicans, particularly those in purple districts, joined Democrats in opposing the legislation.

March 20, 2026

House committee passes bill ensuring athletics eligibility for CHOOSE Act students

Lawmakers advanced legislation Wednesday to prevent the Alabama High School Athletic Association from penalizing transferring students who utilize educational savings accounts.

March 19, 2026

Interfaith clergy rally against bills inserting religion into schools

Alabama faith leaders gathered outside the Statehouse to protest proposed legislation pushing school prayer, chaplains and the Ten Commandments.

March 18, 2026

Eagle Forum sues Tuscaloosa Library over meeting access

The lawsuit alleges the library violated the group's constitutional rights by blocking religious gatherings.

March 16, 2026

Bill to close Alabama primaries takes first step toward becoming law

Supporters believe each party should choose its own candidates while opponents argue the bill disenfranchises voters.

March 12, 2026

Fairhope City Council appoints anti-censorship candidate to library board

A Venezuelan native, Douaihi has warned that Alabama's library fight echoes the rise of that authoritarian government.

March 11, 2026

Pledge, prayer period could soon be mandated in Alabama schools

Alabama voters would ultimately have to approve the constitutional amendment if it clears the Senate.

March 11, 2026