Wesley Walter

Wesley Walter is a reporter. You can reach him at [email protected].

State

Alabamians rally against Trump administration in “No Kings” protests

Thousands gathered statewide, making their voices heard against perceived authoritarian tendencies, medical funding cuts, and threats to the Constitution.

October 20, 2025

Alabama sees poor ranking on state Medicare scorecard

A new report placed Alabama's Medicare performance among the ten worst states nationwide.

October 17, 2025

Magic City Academy receives five-year contract renewal

The Alabama Public Charter School Commission approved contract renewals for three schools Wednesday, including Magic City Acceptance Academy.

October 16, 2025

Alabama launches digital education network with Apple, Alabama Power

This new initiative established future-focused community learning hubs with $16 million in state funding, bridging the digital divide across Alabama.

October 15, 2025

Alabama High School Athletic Association comms director to retire

Ron Ingram, an award-winning sportswriter, served as communications director for 18 years.

October 14, 2025

Judge denies Alabama inmate’s request for nitrogen hypoxia execution stay

A federal judge rejected Alabama death row inmate Anthony Boyd's request for a stay of execution.

October 10, 2025

Young woman with abortion pill and glass of water, top view

Reps. Aderholt, Moore condemn FDA approval of generic abortion medication

The representatives released statements opposing the approval of a generic option for the drug, announced by the FDA on September 2.

October 9, 2025

Reports stress drought’s impact on Alabama farms, heightened fire risk

An unusually dry September significantly impacted Alabama's farms, leading to concerns over crop yields, soil health, and heightened fire risks across the state.

October 8, 2025

Rep. Sewell talks government shutdown, urges ACA tax credit extension

“This is about more than numbers on a page. It’s about the lives and livelihoods of the people that I represent,” Sewell said.

October 7, 2025

Alabama AG pushes for end to ban on death penalty for child rape

Marshall wants to overturn the U.S. Supreme Court's 2008 ruling that disallowed the death penalty for child sexual abuse convictions.

October 3, 2025