Protect kids? Lawmakers ban hemp while teens get beer and weed with ease
ABC’s overreach on hemp mirrors failed Prohibition, punishing businesses, ignoring freedom, and enforcing stricter rules than alcohol ever faced.
Alabama politics
Senate hearing in Alabama explores new therapies to combat PTSD, veteran suicide crisis
A Montevallo field hearing will bring VA leaders, researchers and veterans together to examine emerging treatments offering hope for mental health.
Garrett Dixon enters race for Alabama House District 38
Conservative farmer and businessman Garrett Dixon launches campaign, vowing to represent rural Chambers and Lee counties with small-town values.
August 21, 2025
Jerry Carl announces comeback bid for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District
Former Congressman Jerry Carl has launched his campaign, pledging to advance Trump’s America First agenda and conservative priorities.
August 18, 2025
Protesters to deliver caskets to Tuberville office over deadly budget cuts
Advocates and clergy are protesting deep cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and rural healthcare, delivering caskets to symbolize lives lost due to the budget.
August 18, 2025
Jerry Carl set to make political move with announcement in Foley
Jerry Carl expected to launch campaign to reclaim his old seat amid GOP reshuffling and redistricting fallout.
August 15, 2025
Pete Buttigieg backs Randall Woodfin for Birmingham mayor
The former transportation secretary praised Woodfin’s record on equity, safety, and opportunity, saying Birmingham’s progress reflects the best of local leadership.
August 15, 2025
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See recent postsFifth Circuit ruling echoes hard truths Alabama still refuses to face
The Fifth Circuit ruled against racial gerrymandering, but the long war on Black voting power in the South is far from over.
Barry Moore launches US Senate bid, vows to back Trump and fight D.C. “swamp”
Moore entered Alabama’s U.S. Senate race, vowing to back Trump, push the America First agenda, and take on what he calls the Washington “swamp.”
August 12, 2025
Poll: Republican voters want focus on economic issues, not culture wars
Nearly 59 percent of Republican primary voters say economic issues should come before cultural fights, despite Legislature’s recent priorities.
August 11, 2025