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Federal judge halts Alabama’s plan to execute man by nitrogen gas

The state appealed to the Supreme Court as courts weighed claims the method caused unconstitutional pain beyond death itself.

June 10, 2026

Wooden gavel of judge and sound block surrounded by marijuana leaves on table. Illegal growth of psychoactive cannabis plant and drugs spreading

AMCC files appeal, wants Appeals Court to block depositions

The AMCC really doesn't want its commissioners to have to answer questions under oath.

February 1, 2024

ALGOP should take note of court’s rejection of Meadows’ Georgia appeal

This case offers a glimpse into how committed conservatives view the rule of law.

December 19, 2023

Milligan plaintiffs ask SCOTUS to deny Alabama’s appeal for a stay in redistricting case

Much of the response argues the map put forth by the state plainly fails to remedy issues with the prior map.

September 20, 2023

Alabama files emergency appeal to Supreme Court in redistricting case

Alabama asked the Supreme Court to order a stay so that the maps can be used in the upcoming election season.

September 13, 2023

Hubbard did the crime; he should do the time

Hubbard may not be a violent offender but his actions are a danger to society and a threat to the public.

September 23, 2020

Auburn Creed must be more than lip service. It’s time to remove Mike Hubbard’s name

Hubbard didn't believe in obedience to the law, and that his name adorns a facility at Auburn University sends a resounding message that not all lawbreakers are treated equally.

September 2, 2020

Alabama Supreme Court upholds Hubbard conviction on six counts

It took nearly two years, but the Alabama Supreme Court has ruled on former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard’s appeal of his felony ethics convictions. The court upheld six of the 11 counts previously affirmed by the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals. The Supreme Court reversed five of the counts upheld by the appeals court. … Continued

April 10, 2020

Alabama Supreme Court’s failure to act on Hubbard is jeopardizing other cases

The attorneys working for indicted Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely didn’t mince words Tuesday afternoon, following Blakely’s arraignment: They’re hoping the Alabama Supreme Court saves their client. Blakely loudly pleaded not guilty to the 12 felony ethics charges he faces, and his legal team undoubtedly will mount a defense to those specific charges. But before … Continued

November 13, 2019

Alabama Supreme Court’s solution to public corruption: Legalize it

This is it for ethics in Alabama. The Mike Hubbard appeal that sits before the Alabama Supreme Court is the line in the sand. Either we’re going to have laws that forbid pay-for-play politics in this state, or we’re going to once and for all toss in the towel and just let the political elite … Continued

June 5, 2019