State

Alabama AG backs South Carolina in race, sex education lawsuit

Marshall joined a 17-state amicus brief in support of South Carolina's Department of Education against a civil rights lawsuit.

Wesley Walter

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July 28, 2025

ALGOP postpones Summer Dinner after Trump backs keynote for NC Senate

Trump’s endorsement of RNC Chair Michael Whatley prompted a delay as the ALGOP shifts its focus to preserving a Republican Senate majority in 2026.

July 28, 2025

Montgomery teacher heads to D.C. for C-SPAN’s Educators’ Conference

Amy Hinton was among 30 educators nationwide selected for C-SPAN’s Educators’ Conference.

July 28, 2025

Families ask legislators not to “shove old problems into shiny, new buildings”

At Alabama’s annual prison oversight hearing, testimonies highlighted poor conditions, parole guideline issues and the violent nature of the system.

Mary Claire Wooten

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July 24, 2025

Local leaders celebrate new EV charging station in Smiths Station

The station provides easy charging for travelers on U.S. 280, a crucial corridor. Funding from ADECA's program made it possible.

July 24, 2025

ACLU of Alabama presses lawmakers to address prison death reporting shortfalls

The organization asked Alabama lawmakers to improve prison death reporting and transparency ahead of today’s Joint Prison Oversight Committee hearing.

Mary Claire Wooten

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July 23, 2025

Alabama federal lawmakers respond to partial release of frozen education funds

The partial release of withheld education funds drew support from Trump ally Senator Katie Britt and criticism from Representative Terri Sewell.

Wesley Walter

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July 23, 2025

Alabama Securities Commission announces inquiry into alleged Ponzi scheme

The alleged scheme gathered at least $140 million through fraudulent means from 2014 to 2025, impacting around 300 investors, including Alabama Republicans.

Alex Jobin

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July 23, 2025

Wes Allen asks Alabama recipients of Ponzi scheme funds to return money

Wes Allen urged recipients of an alleged $140 million Ponzi scheme to return funds to ensure victims could be made whole.

Wesley Walter

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July 22, 2025