A new Supreme Court decision means Alabama will move forward with changes to 2026 elections. Republicans want to use voting maps more favorable to their party. Democrats and voting rights activists have complained that the maps will dilute the voting power of Black residents.

Alabama softball exceeded expectations in 2026, winning 56 games. But the Crimson Tide fell short in the WCWS semifinals. Let's zoom in and zoom out for a clearer picture of what it means.