Alabama Redistricting Fight: Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall filed emergency stay applications with the U.S. Supreme Court to restore the state’s 2023 congressional map after a federal court reimposed an injunction blocking it for the 2026 election cycle, arguing the lower court misread Louisiana v. Callais and improperly interfered with state law. Federal Support: The U.S. Department of Justice also backed Alabama in the Supreme Court fight, saying the district court failed to properly separate race from partisanship and ignored Alabama’s stated political goals. Courtroom Update: A federal court recently upheld UA’s decision to shutter two student publications, rejecting a request for an injunction and finding the action “reasonable” rather than viewpoint censorship. Runoff Politics: The lieutenant governor runoff remains tangled in residency attacks, with Wes Allen and John Wahl trading claims about eligibility and Tennessee ties ahead of the June 16 vote. Agriculture Commissioner Race: State Sen. Jack Williams endorsed Corey Hill for Agriculture Commissioner, framing the runoff as a farmers-first choice while Hill pushes a rural crime task force. Public Safety: Birmingham Municipal Court announced “Court Amnesty Month” for June to help people resolve Failure to Appear warrants and related obligations without immediate arrest. Local Government: Foley selected four high school students for a summer internship program with the city through Baldwin County’s utilities internship effort. Public Health/Policy: A national push for paid family leave is highlighted by a Florida report arguing the state should mandate paid leave for all workers. Crime & Drugs: Police reported a major marijuana and weapons seizure tied to a task force traffic stop in Savannah, underscoring ongoing drug-and-gun enforcement.