Mail Voting Fight: A federal appeals court upheld a block on President Trump’s executive order limiting mail voting, saying states can’t be forced to pre-clear ballot designs and submit voter lists to a federal portal while the Supreme Court weighs the same dispute. Missouri Redistricting: The U.S. Supreme Court again rejected a Trump-backed Missouri congressional map, clearing the way for districts passed in 2022—raising the odds of different candidates for voters between the primary and November. Alabama Courts & Crime: In Colbert County, the defense for a man accused in the 2021 death of Sheffield Sgt. Nick Risner is asking jurors to consider a mental defect defense as prosecutors seek the death penalty. Federal Case in Alabama: An Auburn-area restaurant owner pleaded guilty to wire fraud, money laundering, and unlawful employment of aliens tied to a 2025 COVID relief fraud investigation. Healthcare Politics: Trump announced $500 Obamacare refund checks for nearly 1 million people in 30 states, with payments starting in October, as Alabama’s absentee voting is already underway. Voting Rights Push: Alabama-linked Transformative Justice Coalition events highlighted voting rights work, including a Birmingham civil-rights anniversary “Yesterday Is Today” reception. Public Safety: Alabama reported six traffic deaths over the Labor Day weekend. Community & Culture: A Smithsonian traveling exhibit, “Americans,” is set to open in Atmore with free admission through early November.