Alabama politics

Alabama’s antiquated approach to gambling is killing it

Gambling is a business operated by professional, respected businesspeople. It's time Alabama citizens came to terms with that.

May 15, 2026

The Supreme Court temporarily preserved nationwide access to mifepristone while Alabama joined states challenging expanded abortion pill regulations.

May 15, 2026

APR review finds roughly $90,000 from Dewani-linked entities flowed into campaigns tied to Cullman County law enforcement leadership.

May 14, 2026

As political extremes rise, the middle disappears—and so does the ability to govern. Bill Britt explains why that matters.

May 14, 2026

It seems that laws have become minor inconveniences that are barely speed bumps on the way for certain lawmakers to do whatever they want.

May 13, 2026

Federal court plans to review Alabama's voting maps prior to next week's elections.

May 12, 2026

Trump’s Oval Office remarks revived Brooks’ political break with Trump as House District 20 primary voters prepare to decide.

May 12, 2026

With its ruling allowing Alabama to use maps that it previously deemed illegal, the Supreme Court has proven itself an absolute joke.

May 12, 2026

The Supreme Court vacated Alabama’s lower court redistricting ruling, signaling major shifts in voting rights and constitutional law nationwide.

May 12, 2026

Wes Allen’s refusal to visit a mosque or synagogue reveals a troubling shift in how politics defines civic belonging.

May 11, 2026