‘No Kings’ protests planned across Alabama as response to Trump administration’s actions

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Protesters across the country are preparing to take to the streets this weekend — and Central Alabama is no exception. The “No Kings” protests are set to unfold Saturday in Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Jacksonville. The...

Sheriffs mostly report 'No Kings' protests were peaceful, with no arrests

With signs, speakers, and the occasional megaphone, a few hundred people took to the sidewalks in Newburgh to protest the Trump Administration’s policies. Starting at Montgomery Street, the crowd snaked through the sidewalks by the Newburgh...

Gov. Ivey highlights $2 million Demopolis project under Rebuild Alabama initiative

Gov. Kay Ivey speaks to guests at Rooster Hall in Demopolis | Provided PhotoGov. Kay Ivey speaks to guests at Rooster Hall in Demopolis | Provided Photo Gov. Kay Ivey recently visited Demopolis to emphasize a $2 million transportation project as...

Legal Notices Week of June 12, 2025

LEGAL NOTICE State of Alabama Perry County Probate Court Case No. 25-2766 Letters of Administration on the Estate of Donna K. Brown, deceased, having been granted to Amanda Russell, as Personal Representative on the 5th day of May, 2025 by the...

Two west Alabama legislators eye state purchase of toll bridge

TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Two west Alabama state lawmakers are laying the groundwork for the state to potentially buy a toll bridge. The toll bridge in question is the Black Warrior Parkway toll bridge in west Tuscaloosa County....

Central Alabama organizations plan for non-violent 'No Kings' protest

NOTIFICATIONS WHEN THE WEATHER CHANGES IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD. RIGHT NOW, HUNDREDS ARE MAKING PREPARATIONS IN WASHINGTON, D.C. FOR A PARADE CELEBRATING THE ARMY’S 250TH BIRTHDAY. THE PARADE, INITIATED BY THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION EARLIER THIS YEAR,...

Wadsworth staying in lt. gov. race, recent records show lengthy legal battle

Nicole Wadsworth is staying in the state lieutenant governor race “to fight for the hardworking people of Alabama” her staff said Friday after her fledgling campaign stumbled this week with the departure of her original campaign team members amid...

Looking into the state intervention law, how can a school district get released

At her community meeting, Bessemer Board member Margie Varner posed the question to community members, "Should we be under intervention and what's going on, do you feel we should ask for our system back?" See More: Bessemer BOE member hosts...

US health care is rife with high costs and deep inequities, and that’s no accident – a public health historian explains how the system was shaped to serve profit and politicians

A few years ago, a student in my history of public health course asked why her mother couldn’t afford insulin without insurance, despite having a full-time job. I told her what I’ve come to believe: The U.S. health care system was deliberately...

‘Entirely Unacceptable’: Senate Republicans Condemn California Democrat’s Outburst

Senate Republicans are sharply criticizing Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., for his disruption Thursday of Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem‘s press conference. “Sen. Padilla should have been in Washington, D.C., voting. He has a...

New York Times re-examines Alabama's decision to hire Nick Saban

Nick Saban taking the Alabama job is one of the biggest stories of the last 25 years, ranked behind only far-reaching changes like conference realignment and the transfer portal. Saban's success at Alabama transformed college football and...

MPD, MCSO, and corrections officers begin Crisis Response Intervention Training

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - In recent years, recognizing the signs of a mental health situation has become a big priority for law enforcement officers. This week, 23 officers from across our area will be getting some valuable training from the national...

Go To Lawyer for Construction Law: Harvey W. Berman

Member | Bodman | Ann Arbor Best known for: Preparing thorough contracts that minimize project issues and working collaboratively with project stakeholders and their attorneys; resolving project issues without litigation; offering...

Changes coming to commercial driver licenses in Alabama

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Commercial driver license holders in Alabama can soon expect some changes to the process of getting the license. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says it is implementing a modernized CDL skills test and electronic...

ALEA announces major updates for Alabama CDL holders

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is set to implement two important changes this summer for Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders and applicants, aiming to boost road safety and simplify the certification process....

'She should resign': Alabama Sheriffs Association head calls out State Sen. Figures for poor attendance after criticizing Mobile County Sheriff

State Sen. Vivian Figures (D-Mobile) called for Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch to resign after he said deadly force would be met with deadly force if things were to get out of control at a planned rally over the weekend. However, that statement...

Ja'Mel Brown launches bid for Alabama governor

Alabama AG’s office clarifies THC law taking effect in July

Multiple agencies respond to incident at Islamic Center of Mississippi and Alabama

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Multiple Law Enforcement agencies responded to a call of a reported Active Shooter and Stabbings at the Islamic Center of Mississippi and Alabama in Meridian, MS. On Friday afternoon, law enforcement was informed about a...

ALEA Announces Big Changes for Alabama  Commercial Driver License (CDL) Holders

HAL TAYLOR SECRETARY ALEA to Implement Modernized CDL Skills Test and Electronic Medical Certification Submission MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division is announcing two major updates impacting Commercial...