Wesley Walter

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

Elections / Governor

SCOTUS ruling prompts District 1, 2 candidate shakeup, Democrats’ scorn

The decision has upended Alabama’s 2026 congressional races, reshuffled candidates and drawing sharp warnings from Democrats over Black representation and voter confusion.

May 13, 2026

Katie Britt endorses new HHS site offering pro-life resources for mothers

At the White House, Katie Britt promoted a new federal website offering pregnancy resources which officials cast as seeking to boost birth rates.

May 12, 2026

Terri Sewell condemns Alabama redistricting election law

The Democrat said the newly signed measures threatened Black representation as Alabama Republicans pressed ahead despite federal injunctions blocking new maps.

May 11, 2026

Committee OKs state Senate special primary bill, drawing public’s opposition

Lawmakers advanced the measure following a tense public hearing where attendees pinned the measure as an attempt to disenfranchise Black voters.

May 8, 2026

Marilyn Lands talks contraception, IVF legislation, reelection bid

The Huntsville Democrat hopes to build bipartisan backing for reproductive health protections while emphasizing the need for affordability and government reform.

May 7, 2026

Cory Booker joins Alabama Democrats at voting rights, redistricting town hall

At the Birmingham event, speakers cast Alabama’s redistricting fight as a test of voting rights and Democratic resolve.

May 6, 2026

AG, secretary of state seek quick appeal in state Senate redistricting fight

State officials asked a federal court to act by week’s end, as Alabama seeks to restore a struck-down state Senate map before upcoming primaries.

May 5, 2026

House passes 2026 Farm Bill, Alabama delegation splits along party lines

Republicans hailed the measure as supporting farmers and rural communities, as Democrats opposed the bill citing SNAP cuts and economic concerns.

May 1, 2026

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Birmingham City Council considers, delays vote on data center ordinance

After hearing both praise and criticism of the proposed ordinance, council members elected to take more time to weigh the measure.

April 29, 2026

Alabama labor groups host Workers’ Week of Action kickoff

Advocates outlined campaigns for workplace safety and union organization as events statewide seek to build momentum around Workers’ Memorial Day and May Day.

April 28, 2026