Wesley Walter

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

Health

Tuberville convenes veteran mental health hearing on alternative therapies

Researchers and advocates explored alternative therapies like psychedelics and hyperbaric oxygen for veterans' PTSD and traumatic brain injuries.

August 25, 2025

Department of Workforce names Workforce Pathways Division chief

Franklin Johnson was named the new chief of the department’s Workforce Pathways Division, bringing extensive legal and policy experience to the role.

August 21, 2025

Panel reflects on Voting Rights Act’s past, present and future for its 60th year

Experts convened to discuss the Voting Rights Act's impact, future threats, and the ongoing fight for accessible voting rights in the United States.

August 20, 2025

Rep. Matt Simpson hopes death penalty bill shifts legal precedent

Simpson discussed working to shift legal precedent regulating the use of the death penalty during a Monday media appearance.

August 19, 2025

Extremism expert discusses evolving faces of misogyny and political violence

Amid multiple recent incidents of political violence, Cynthia Miller-Idriss is urging deeper reflection on how divisive rhetoric fuels extremism.

August 15, 2025

Rep. Aderholt requests $56 million in community project funds

Aderholt requested more than $56 million for Alabama's 4th Congressional District, targeting infrastructure, education, and healthcare projects.

August 14, 2025

Steve Marshall joins inquest into net-zero carbon emission standards’ legality

Alabama's attorney general condemned the push for carbon emission standards on financial institutions, citing potential violations of state and federal anti-ESG and antitrust laws.

August 13, 2025

Wes Allen partners with ALEA, state businesses to tackle human trafficking

A new statewide initiative called Alabama Combats Trafficking will provide businesses with information on recognizing and reporting trafficking.

August 12, 2025

Lt. Gov. Ainsworth promotes Catherine Gayle Fuller to chief of staff

Fuller previously served as deputy chief of staff, overseeing policy initiatives and acting as spokesperson.

August 8, 2025

Rep. Sewell highlights $800,000 Moundville infrastructure investment

The Appalachian Regional Commission awarded Moundville $800,000 for downtown renovations, including new waterlines, street lighting and sidewalks.

August 8, 2025