» The proposed law would give police broad power to remove journalists and citizens from public spaces, eroding constitutional protections. By Bill Britt In a democracy, the public has the right…
View More Opinion | HB224 endangers First Amendment rights in AlabamaCategory: Local
Rogers Hamilton: No justice for murdered Black teen
Lynched in 1957 Alabama after waving at white girls, Rogers Hamilton’s murder remained unsolved for decades. By Liz Ryan “Lord, don’t shoot my boy!” screamed Beatrice Hamilton, 54, to the…
View More Rogers Hamilton: No justice for murdered Black teenOpinion | Tariffs threaten Alabama wallets, jobs, and global trade
Alabama voted for prosperity. What it may be getting is economic punishment. By Bill Britt Alabama voters overwhelmingly backed Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, and the results were…
View More Opinion | Tariffs threaten Alabama wallets, jobs, and global tradeAlabama Senate committee advances bills on Medicaid and SNAP eligibility
Alabama Senate committee advances bills tightening reins on Medicaid and SNAP eligibility verification, increasing agency costs. By Mary Claire Wooten The Senate Finance and Taxation Committee held public hearings on…
View More Alabama Senate committee advances bills on Medicaid and SNAP eligibilityAlabama’s Biggest April Fool: Tommy Tuberville
Y’all, As April Fool’s Day rolls around, it’s only fitting to spotlight someone who’s been making a mockery of public service: Senator Tommy Tuberville. From questionable financial dealings to offensive…
View More Alabama’s Biggest April Fool: Tommy TubervilleAlabama families face ‘life-threatening’ risks…
Group warns Alabama families face ‘life-threatening’ risks after cuts to utility assistance program By Kayode Crown | kcrown@al.com An Alabama nonprofit organization warns that thousands of low-income households could face life-threatening risks…
View More Alabama families face ‘life-threatening’ risks…Keep’em Stupid!
On February 24, 2024, Donald Trump said, “I love the poorly educated.” He is determined to do away with the Department of Education to make sure that we have more…
View More Keep’em Stupid!CARVER HIGH SCHOOL
CARVER HIGH SCHOOL Gadsden, Alabama THE LIFEBLOOD OF THE BLACK COMMUNTY This is the first of series to share ‘the TIES that Bind”. As many of you know, my beloved…
View More CARVER HIGH SCHOOLGovernor Ivey urges families to apply for CHOOSE Act by April 7
Families who would like to apply for funds to send kids to the school of their choice can apply for up to $7,000 per child. Author: Austin Pylant MONTGOMERY, Ala.…
View More Governor Ivey urges families to apply for CHOOSE Act by April 7After APR exposed David Cole’s fraud, Tuberville’s residency next in the crosshairs
APR’s investigation toppled Rep. David Cole — could Tuberville face the same reckoning under Alabama’s strict residency laws? By Bill Britt The head of the Alabama Republican Party made it…
View More After APR exposed David Cole’s fraud, Tuberville’s residency next in the crosshairs
