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Most public comments support statewide ban on trans books, but critics call foul

The ALGOP, chaired by APLS chair John Wahl, solicited support for the code changes, sparking opponents to claim ethics concerns.

October 22, 2025

Empty shelves: League of Women Voters talks library challenges for Banned Books Week

The League of Women Voters forum addressed challenges facing Alabama libraries, as anti-LGBTQ+ groups fought to remove diverse materials from shelves.

October 13, 2025

APLS delays decision on Fairhope Public Library funding

Boardmember Ron Snider chided the board for sliding into "censorship" if they don't restore Fairhope's funding.

September 19, 2025

The Banned Wagon: Alabama woman starting state’s first traveling banned book store

Fueled by censorship battles across the state, Karie Fugett transformed a 1940 Ford pickup into a roving banned book store.

September 18, 2025

Clean Up Alabama calls for complete removal of LGBTQ books for youth

The public comment session is now open on an APLS rule that would deem transgender materials "inappropriate" for minors.

September 3, 2025

How a Florida ruling spells doom for Alabama’s book banning efforts

A judge found the Florida law "plainly slip(s)" into unconstitutional censorship, and Alabama is doing the same thing.

August 25, 2025

Prattville Library lawsuit moving forward

The activity should clear procedural hurdles as both sides await a ruling on plaintiffs' request for a preliminary injunction.

July 10, 2025

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U.S. Supreme Court rules parents can opt students out of LGBTQ+ lessons

APLS chair John Wahl praised the decision as checking a "socialist agenda ... that wants to reshape American values."

June 30, 2025

Library challenger running for Madison City Council

Rachel Homolak has made national news for her tactics challenging libraries in Missouri and Alabama.

June 6, 2025

Read Freely celebrates legislative wins as bill to criminalize librarians dies

A bill that would allow for more local government control of library boards also failed to gain any traction during the session.

May 20, 2025