Congress Sen. Britt targets fentanyl trafficking during Homeland Security subcommittee hearing Britt led a hearing on transnational criminal organizations and related drug and human trafficking. StaffMay 5, 2023
Courts Former deputy sheriff pleads guilty to sexually assaulting woman in custody According to the superseding information and plea documents, the incident occurred on Jan. 30, 2020. StaffMay 4, 2023
Public safety Hospital-linked violence intervention launches One of the main objectives of VIP2 is to reduce subsequent acts of violence. StaffMay 4, 2023
Congress Sens. Katie Britt, Chris Murphy discuss Protecting Kids on Social Media Act on Fox News The legislation would set a minimum age of 13 to use social media apps. StaffMay 4, 2023
News Governor honors Tuskegee University, Alabama exporters with “Trade Excellence Awards” The winners were honored at a special ceremony Wednesday at the State Capitol. StaffMay 4, 2023
Congress Sewell secures $500,000 to support long-term recovery after Jan. 12 storms The funding will help support long-term recovery efforts in Selma and Dallas County following the Jan. 12 storms. StaffMay 3, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt, colleagues introduce legislation to protect Supreme Court justices The legislation would raise the maximum term of imprisonment for those who attempt to unlawfully influence a federal judge. StaffMay 2, 2023
Legislature State Rep. James Lomax sponsors bill banning Chinese-made drones House Bill 321 mirrors measures that have already been introduced in other states and the U.S. Congress. StaffMay 2, 2023
State Secretary of State promotes business registration video in honor of Small Business Week Allen is promoting an instructional video that provides a step-by-step guide through the online registration portal. StaffMay 2, 2023
State ADSS announces statewide food contract with TRIO Community Meals The five-year contract is scheduled to begin July 1, 2023. StaffMay 1, 2023