Wesley Walter

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Health / State

Medical Cannabis board reports on first week of sales, reopens lab applications

Commissioners said 102 patients have visited Alabama's first dispensary in the week since its launch, and opened applications for more medical cannabis testing sites.

June 12, 2026

Democrats urge contraception protections on Griswold anniversary

With a giant IUD as backdrop, state Democrats rallied in favor of the right to contraception as federal lawmakers ignited a push to codify access.

June 11, 2026

Birmingham approves data center ordinance, facing public’s criticism

Residents packed the city council chamber urging revisions and additional safeguards, while councillors said delaying action could give existing facilities room to expand unchecked.

June 10, 2026

Rep. Figures leads bipartisan national road safety week proposal

The measure drew support from trucking groups as lawmakers emphasized the need to share increasingly busy summer roads with commercial drivers.

June 9, 2026

Sen. Coleman urges building voting rights coalitions after redistricting rulings

Coleman said voter frustration after Callais has fueled mobilizations across Alabama that state Democrats plan to utilize to weather GOP redistricting victories.

June 8, 2026

Panel talks voter engagement, slams Alabama map SCOTUS ruling

Advocates warned the decision could deepen voter confusion across the South as groups raced to mobilize voters before 2026 elections.

June 4, 2026

New income guidelines to allow more Alabamians to qualify for WIC

The updated thresholds expand access to nutrition benefits, breastfeeding support and health education for pregnant women, new parents and young children.

June 3, 2026

Ivey orders Capitol, Jefferson Co. flags lowered for late Judge John Amari

The Jefferson County native spent more than five decades in law and public service, earning bipartisan respect across Alabama.

June 3, 2026

CD1 hopeful Clyde Jones talks redistricting, affordability, ethics reform

The Army veteran's bid has focused on affordability issues and ethics reforms, in the face of disruptions due to Alabama's ongoing redistricting fight.

June 2, 2026

April sees job listing increase, nursing, customer service positions as top roles

Alabama employers advertised more than 120,000 positions, with the highest demand seen among the healthcare, retail and hospitality sectors.

May 29, 2026