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Travis Lofton, the man convicted for the shooting death of Jason Mallette at the Daphne Taziki's Mediterranean Café, has been sentenced to life in prison.

A comic book that teaches children about masturbation, gender identities and sexuality is available in the children's department at several Mobile Public Library locations, causing concern for citizens.

Richard Scrushy announced on Thursday he is requesting U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and the U.S. Department of Justice “commence an immediate investigation into the corruption, widespread fraud, lawfare, and weaponization of the DOJ relating to the politically motivated prosecution wrongfully brought against him.” 

State Rep. Leigh Hulsey (R-Helena) seems determined to find vindication in a fight her hometown lost.  

As the Alabama House of Representatives prepares to tackle a controversial bill aimed at reorganizing the state’s veterans board and graft the commissioner into the governor’s cabinet, the Alabama Alliance of the Military Officers Association of America is stressing its opposition.

The Senate Education Policy Committee held a public hearing on Wednesday regarding legislation requiring K-12 public schools and colleges to display the 10 Commandments.

Members of the Alabama Senate unanimously passed legislation on Wednesday giving paid parental leave to state employees and public school teachers. 

The Alabama Legislature is one step closer to passing a “Glock switch” bill that would create a state prohibition on conversion devices, which are already against federal law.

For the third year in a row, the House Ways and Mean General Fund Committee voted to advance a bill by State Rep. Debbie Wood (R-Valley) requiring probate judges in each county to conduct a post-election audit after every county and statewide general election.

The Kirk Cameron “Strong Families, Strong Communities” tour is coming to Gadsden Friday.

Miss America Abbie Stockard will serve as the Grand Marshal for this year's NTT INDYCAR SERIES event at Barber Motorsports Park. The Children’s of Alabama Grand Prix will be held from May 2 to May 4.

The Alabama House of Representatives Rules Committee approved a special order calendar for Thursday’s meeting, which includes the controversial bill restructuring the State Board of Veterans Affairs.

Alabama Republican Party chairman John Wahl recently teased a bill package aimed at reducing the tax burden on Alabamians, including another 1% reduction in the state’s grocery tax.

Lafayette made a 'Farewell Tour" of America in 1824-1825 with 10 stops in Alabama. Now, seven of those stops have an observance on the 200th anniversary.

The 2026 governor’s race could be one for the “history books,” according to Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth.

Fifth-generation farmer and entrepreneur Christina Woerner McInnis announced she is running for Alabama Agriculture Commissioner.

The House Ways and Means General Fund Committee advanced legislation on Wednesday that would grant paid parental leave for state and public employees, but not without questions on the fiscal impact of the proposed bill.

As President Donald Trump continues to crack down on illegal immigration, some Democratic mayors are pushing back by declaring their city to be a sanctuary for criminal aliens. Four such mayors testified before the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday, where U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) told them they were breaking the law and hurting American citizens.

United States District Judge Myron Thompson held a hearing on Wednesday in federal court over whether the state of Alabama could prosecute Alabama organizations that facilitate and fund out-of-state abortions for Alabama women. 

VT Mobile Aerospace Engineering (MAE) is leaving Mobile after 30 years. VT MAE specializes in heavy maintenance, modifications, and engineering services.

Recent federal Social Security Administration lease cancellations by the Department of Government Efficiency won’t impact Alabamians' ability to access Social Security services, according to U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville).

Alabama native singer, American Idol winner Taylor Hicks sings on March 14 at the Song Theater in Columbiana.

In what began as a swift day of passing bills, the House ground to a halt over legislation by State Rep. Phillip Pettus (R-Killen) that would prohibit judges from offering youthful offender status to those over 16 years of age who are charged with intentional murder or capital murder.

The Alabama House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation on Tuesday exempting nursing mothers from jury duty after a Jefferson County mother was threatened for bringing her three-month-old baby to court after her excusal was denied.

A judge Tuesday heard both sides of the contested sheriff's race in Conecuh County.

Members of the Senate County and Municipal Government Committee voted to overhaul the Alabama Board of Pharmacy at a Tuesday meeting.

Victims of Crime and Leniency is getting vocal about opposition to a bill introduced in the Alabama Legislature.