Courts / Public safety SCOTUS refuses to hear case which struck down anti-panhandling laws The high court rejected Alabama's request to overturn prior verdicts, ruling that Alabama's anti-begging laws are unconstitutional. Wesley Walter / March 3, 2026
US Senate confirms Bill Lewis to serve as Alabama federal judge The Senate voted 58-40 to confirm Justice Bill Lewis, making him the first Black Republican justice in state history. Alex Jobin / October 29, 2025
Judge denies Alabama inmate’s request for nitrogen hypoxia execution stay A federal judge rejected Alabama death row inmate Anthony Boyd's request for a stay of execution. Wesley Walter / October 10, 2025
Medical cannabis company files federal lawsuit against AMCC Alabama Always claims state commission retaliated for criticism and violated its First and Fourteenth Amendment rights during flawed licensing process. Bill Britt / May 14, 2025