Bill to rename the Alabama Office of Minority Affairs sent to governor’s desk
The House passed legislation to rename the cabinet-level agency within the governor's office.
Anti-DEI
UA defends magazine closures as free speech group weighs further involvement
The free speech organization strongly condemned the University of Alabama's decision, arguing the closures violated the First Amendment and editorial independence.
Free speech, media rights groups decry University of Alabama magazine closures
Advocates demanded reinstatement after the university cited a nonbinding memo to shut down publications focused on Black culture and women’s lifestyle.
University of Alabama suspends two student magazines over DEI
The editors of the publications, which focus on women’s wellness and the Black student experience respectively, expressed shock at the decision.
Magic City Academy receives five-year contract renewal
The Alabama Public Charter School Commission approved contract renewals for three schools Wednesday, including Magic City Acceptance Academy.
Judge denies request for preliminary injunction in lawsuit over anti-DEI law
In a Wednesday memorandum opinion, a judge said plaintiffs in Simon v. Ivey are unlikely to succeed on the merits.
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.
Public Charter School Commission ensuring schools fit anti-DEI law
The aims to ensure APCSC schools are in line with recent state legislation, including bans on DEI offices and "divisive concepts."
Huntsville Log Cabin Republicans stand behind Trump and anti-DEI policy
Just a matter of days into the new Trump administration, LGBTQ+ issues have already been brought to the forefront.
Troy University to host celebration of Rosa Parks’ life and legacy
The event will include free admission to the museum and special programs honoring Parks’ life and legacy.