Protests on college campuses surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict in the Middle East have been raging across the nation, as things grow dire at schools in New York, California, and other blue states. Pro-Palestine protesters organized at the University of Alabama on Wednesday — but so did an even larger contingent of students who weren’t having […]

On Wednesday, a meeting of the Alabama Joint Legislative Council met at the current State House in Montgomery to hear and see proposed details about the future State House building, which will be constructed across the street, hopefully by January 2027. Goodwyn Mills Cawood is the lead architecture firm responsible for the project, and was […]

Alabama's Republican congressional delegation is applauding the effort of Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall.

The Alabama House gave final passage to SB281, banning credit card companies from being able to track Alabama consumers’ firearm purchases. After passing the Senate in April, the new law now goes to Governor Kay Ivey for her consideration and signature. Firearm purchases were previously allowed to have a specific designated four-digit merchant carrier code […]

On Tuesday, the Alabama Senate passed legislation to require Alabama public K-12 schools to instruct students about the dangers of fentanyl and fentanyl poisoning. The Senate passed the bill unanimously and it now goes to Governor Ivey for her signature. House Bill 280 is sponsored by State Representative Joe Lovvorn (R-Auburn). The bill was carried […]

After more than 27 years on Alabama television, WBRC Fox 6 meteorologist and reporter Fred Hunter bid farewell to TV viewers on Tuesday as he retired. The Fort Payne native wrapped up his storied career in a very Fred Hunter way, a simple thank you to viewers. Throughout his lengthy career, Hunter worked at TV […]

Governor Kay Ivey joined every other Republican governor throughout the country on Wednesday in issuing a statement honoring both Jewish American Heritage Month and also the entire Jewish community.

On Tuesday, the Alabama House of Representatives passed legislation to allow all law enforcement agencies in the state to use cameras to catch persons who are racing or driving extremely recklessly – so called exhibition driving. HB474 is sponsored by State Rep. Allen Treadaway (R-Morris). “Technology is growing and most of these cities have real […]

In a special GOP special primary runoff where every vote truly counted Tuesday, Jeana Ross defeated Alan Miller to win the Alabama House District 27 seat. Ross, a former Alabama Secretary of Early Childhood Education, collected 1,611 votes for 53.31% in the unofficial results. Miller, an Arab city councilman, received 1,411 votes (46.49%). Jeana Ross […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) is condemning the Biden administration for using veterans tp push a progressive agenda. 

In an effort to better accommodate its growing number of employees, the University of Alabama in Birmingham announced today that it has opened its new much needed Early Learning Center. The addition to the school will help to address the growing need for child care at UAB.

On Tuesday, a conference committee of the Alabama House and Senate reached an agreement on the distinct versions of the legal gambling framework passed by their chambers earlier in the legislative session. All six members of the committee voted in favor of a compromise of the constitutional amendment legislation (HB151) and the enabling legislation (HB152) […]

UPDATED 6:05 p.m. — All six members of the Alabama House and Senate conference committee reached an agreement on the distinct versions of the legal gambling framework [READ MORE] On Tuesday, a conference committee comprised of three members of the Alabama House and three members of the Alabama Senate will meet at 3 p.m. to […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong, alongside a sweeping list of congressional leaders from both parties, introduced the SERVICE (Supporting Every at-Risk Veteran In Critical Emergencies) Act to bridge the gap between veterans in crisis and the care they need. The SERVICE Act would establish a pilot program to allow local law enforcement agencies to use the […]

As President Joe Biden's administration continues its efforts to redefine the definition of gender throughout America, particularly in public schools and universities, multiple state Attorney Generals and non profit organizations have filed a federal lawsuit against the administration to fight its continued persistence on the issue.

Alabama A&M University is prepared to acquire the campus of soon-to-be shuttered Birmingham-Southern College. According to Shannon Reeves, Alabama A&M vice president of government affairs and external relations, officials from the university have been contemplating the potential purchase for more than a year. Reeves said A&M’s top administrators have been involved in the assessment phase […]

On Thursday, the Alabama House of Representatives passed legislation that would require that a doctor, health clinic, or pharmacy get parental permission from the parent or guardian before giving a vaccine to anyone between the ages of 14 and 18. HB165 is sponsored by State Rep. Chip Brown. “House Bill 165 is a parental rights […]

Alabama Secretary of Commerce Ellen McNair joined Capitol Journal's Todd Stacy last week to discuss her economic professional background, approach to crafting policy, and also the ongoing unionization efforts within the state by the UAW.

In a historic development, UAB football players tell ESPN that their entire roster has agreed to sign up for Athletes.org, a group that describes itself as “the players association for college athletes.” The Blazers will become the first Division 1 football team to publicly join the organization. The move was announced by UAB quarterback Jacob […]

As the Working for Alabama legislative package moves through the process, Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter addressed the wide range of Alabamians the bills stand to serve. “Session after session, the men and women of the Legislature come together and pass pro-business legislation that helps Alabamians thrive,” Ledbetter said. “We’re not hanging our hats […]

Donald Trump, Jr. will be in Birmingham on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at a reception and fundraiser for his father, Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for President in November. The event is an official campaign fundraiser and space is limited. Tickets to the reception start at $1,000 per couple. Other giving/raising amounts also guarantee a […]

In a recent report, Reuters highlighted the congressional district 2 contest as one of eleven House races to watch. 

Just seven hours apart, two babies named Johnny Cash Davis and June Carter Clark were each born on April 10 at Huntsville Hospital. Their parents say it was a complete coincidence. “We do love Johnny Cash, but we really just thought the name ‘June’ was beautiful,” Clark’s mother Sophie told WAFF’s Tennessee Valley Living. “I […]

According to Fox News, a South Alabama man found a very unwelcome surprise in his garage recently. Tucked underneath his work bench, according to the homeowner, was a roughly 6 foot long alligator.