Shores

Reviving Roots: How an Age-Old Law May Transform the Future of America’s Coastal Shores

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MALIBU, California — An age-old legal principle linked to public access to beachfronts may soon influence the future of coastal management across the United States. As rising sea levels and climate change threaten shorelines, the debate over beach accessibility has rekindled discussions about a law rooted in ancient traditions. The doctrine, known as the Public Trust Doctrine, has its origins in Roman law and implies that certain natural resources, including navigable waters and the land beneath them, are preserved for public use. Historically, it has served to safeguard access to beaches, a principle viewed as … Read more

Unveiling the Forgotten Pioneer: Alabama Civil Rights Lawyer Arthur Davis Shores Finally Gets the Spotlight

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Black History Month serves as a moment to remember and learn about the untold stories of pioneers who have been overlooked. One such individual is Arthur Davis Shores, a civil rights lawyer from Alabama. Shores is the subject of a compelling documentary produced by Alabama Public Television, with narration by WBRC’s Steve Crocker. The idea for the documentary took shape during a conversation between Shores’ daughter, Barbara, and Phillip Howard of the Conservation Fund, and Pete Conroy at the premiere of another acclaimed documentary about a legendary figure from Alabama. It was … Read more