Alabama Public Television Refuses To Air Cartoon With Gay Wedding

An episode of the animated children's show "Arthur" that portrays a same-sex wedding will not air on Alabama Public Television.

Alabama Abortion Bill Passes Senate With No Exceptions

The Alabama Senate approved a near-total ban on abortion 25 to 6 after a four-hour debate.

Marijuana In Alabama: State Takes Steps Toward Decriminalization

As the state Senate passed a medical marijuana bill, Alabama seems to be loosening its marijuana laws.

Alabama's Abortion Bill: What Happens When It Passes

The likely passage of Alabama's abortion bill in the Senate leaves many wondering what happens next.

Alabama House Passes Bill Banning Abortion

A bill making it a crime for a doctor to perform an abortion passed in the Alabama House of Representatives this week 74 to 3.

Shortage Of Pilots In Military Addressed By Senate: Doug Jones

Sen. Doug Jones co-sponsored a bill addressing the pilot shortage in the military, but the shortage is not just limited to armed forces.

Doug Jones Opposes Proposed Cuts To Alabama Military Projects

Sen. Doug Jones said he opposes proposal to cut funding for Alabama military projects in order to pay for a wall on the southern border.

Alabama Ranks As One Of Most Federally-Dependent States In U.S.

Despite being a politically conservative state, Alabama ranks among the states most dependent on federal money.

Southern Poverty Law Center Fires Co-Founder Morris Dees

Citing conduct issues, the Southern Poverty Law Center fired its co-founder, civil rights lawyer Morris Dees.

Doug Jones Introduces Bill To Expand Medicaid

Jones' bill is aimed at motivating the state, as Alabama, along with 13 other states, has yet to expand Medicaid.

Yellowhammer's Cliff Sims Reacts To Comments From Donald Trump

The founder of Yellowhammer News was criticized by President Trump after a new tell-all book hit the shelves Tuesday.

Civil Rights Institute Reverses Course, Honors Angela Davis

After backlash to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute's decision to rescind an award to Angela Davis, the BCRI will honor Davis after all.

Judge: City Covering Confederate Monument Is Legal

A judge has ruled that the City of Birmingham broke no laws when it covered up a Confederate monument in Linn Park.

Angela Davis Controversy: Mayor Woodfin Issues Statement

After national attention and protests surrounded the rescinding of an award for Angela Davis, Mayor Randall Woodfin issues a statement.

Former Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford Dies At Age 72

Langford was recently released from federal prison to be with his family in Birmingham for his last days.

Civil Rights Institute Rescinds Honor Given To Angela Davis

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute has rescinded an honor given to activist Angela Davis after protests by local groups.

Larry Langford Granted Early Release

Former Birmingham mayor Larry Langford was granted a reduced sentence due to his failing health.

Doug Jones And Ted Cruz Team Up On Civil Rights Bill

Jones and Cruz co-sponsored a bill requiring declassification and release of government records related to unsolved civil rights cases.

Birmingham Fills City Council Vacancies

The Birmingham City Council has two new members to fill the seats vacated by Lashunda Scales and Sheila Tyson.

Doug Jones: How An Unlikely Victory Has Affected Alabama

On the anniversary of his historic Senate election victory, what has Doug Jones meant for politics in Alabama?

Jones Introduces Bill To Help Vets Receive Full GI Benefits

The bipartisan bill is co-sponsored by Republican Cory Gardner of Colorado, and looks to get vets repaid their full benefits.

LGBTQ Group Wants Birmingham To Ban Conversion Therapy For Minors

If approved, Birmingham could be the first city in the Deep South to pass such a ban on the controversial therapy.

Vacant City Council Seats Have 32 Applicants

Scales and Tyson stepped down from their seats last week to take their new positions on the Jefferson County Commission.

Alabama Voter Turnout In Mid-Term Elections Exceeds Expectations

Secretary of State John Merrill predicted a 35-40 percent voter turnout for the mid-terms, but Alabama voters far exceeded that.

Doug Jones Calls For Assistance For Hurricane Michael Relief

Doug Jones has requested Trump's approval for Individual Assistance grants for Alabamians impacted by Hurricane Michael.

Alabama Driver's Licenses Will Change Starting In December

The change will not affect current license holders or their driver's license numbers.

Sessions Resigns: Will He Return To Senate?

Jeff Sessions has stepped down as Attorney General, but many wonder if the Alabama native is done in the political realm.

Alabama Governor's Race: Kay Ivey Declared Winner

Kay Ivey has been unofficially declared winner of the 2018 gubernatorial race.

2018 Mid-Term Results: GOP Wins In Alabama

GOP House members keep their seats, while Kay Ivey leads a virtual GOP sweep in state races.

Alabama Election Results: Constitutional Amendments Pass

All four of the amendments on the ballot Tuesday look to pass, although two of the amendments may be challenged in court.

2018 Mid-Term Elections: What Alabama Voters Should Know

Voter turnout for the November 6 elections is predicted to be low, much like the 2014 mid-terms.

Jay Roberson's Vacated City Council Seat Filled

The council voted 5 to 3 to appoint Wardine Alexander to the District 7 Birmingham City Council seat.

Gilbert, Roberson Sentenced In Bribery Case

Joel Gilbert was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Abdul Kallon Tuesday morning and was ordered to pay a fine of $25,000.

John Merrill And Mallory Hagan Duke It Out On Twitter

Alabama Secretary of State and U.S. House candidate Mallory Hagan had a heated exchange over Twitter this weekend.

New Member Appointed To Birmingham Parks And Recreation Board

Carly Miller as a new member of the Birmingham Parks and Recreation Board, replacing Bernard Kincaid’s expired term.

Alabama Store Owner Won't Sell Pepsi Products With NFL Logo

Protesting the NFL's kneeling athletes, an Athens store owner refuses to sell any Pepsi products that don the NFL logo.

City To Hold Orientation Session For Board Hopefuls

Anyone wishing to apply for positions to city boards and committees can attend an orientation session Oct. 12.

Jones To Review Kavanaugh Report, But Still Expects 'No' Vote

Doug Jones implied in a press conference Thursday he is still open to changing his mind on Brett Kavanaugh, but that is unlikely.

Walt Maddox Answers Questions On His Lottery Proposal

One of the hot topics of the coming election is school funding, and gubernatorial candidate Walt Maddox believes a lottery is an answer.

Doug Jones To Vote 'No' On Kavanaugh

Senator Doug Jones said the Kavanaugh nomination process has been flawed from the beginning.