Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Strong secures postal audit, ZIP code review for North Alabama Case Dixon touts endorsement from anti-vax group in CD6 race Gov. Kay Ivey is very popular, but will it transfer to her successor? Hyundai-Kia supply chain included in “Dirty Dozen” list of dangerous employers Alabama AG joins legal fight over Trump voter roll order Strong secures postal audit, ZIP code review for North Alabama Case Dixon touts endorsement from anti-vax group in CD6 race Gov. Kay Ivey is very popular, but will it transfer to her successor? Hyundai-Kia supply chain included in “Dirty Dozen” list of dangerous employers Alabama AG joins legal fight over Trump voter roll order Strong secures postal audit, ZIP code review for North Alabama Case Dixon touts endorsement from anti-vax group in CD6 race Gov. Kay Ivey is very popular, but will it transfer to her successor? Hyundai-Kia supply chain included in “Dirty Dozen” list of dangerous employers Alabama AG joins legal fight over Trump voter roll order

Speedy Trial Act

Courts

Speedy Trial Act used in capital murder case of Lowndes sheriff

Chief Justice Stewart appointed a retired judge to preside over the capital murder case, utilizing the new Speedy Trial Act for the first time.

January 22, 2026

Gov. Ivey signs the Speedy Trial Act

The law seeks to expedites trials for violent criminal cases, reduce backlogs and ensure swift justice for victims.

May 14, 2025

partial view of blurred judge holding gavel during sentencing in court

Speedy Trial Act passes House and Senate committees

Approved by both the House and Senate Judiciary committees, the legislation would allow the appointment of visiting judges.

Chance Phillips

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February 27, 2025