State Gov. Ivey awards $54,596 to assist victims of sex trafficking Two grants totaling $54,596 went to a nonprofit organization that provides shelter and care to victims. StaffMarch 15, 2024
National Over 170 Alabama municipal officials attend National League of Cities Conference The organization is dedicated to helping municipal leaders build better communities. StaffMarch 15, 2024
Congress Sewell votes for bill that could lead to US TikTok ban "All TikTok has to do to remain operational in the United States is divest from its Chinese-owned parent company," Sewell said. StaffMarch 14, 2024
Legislature Big 10 Mayors: Strengthen penalties for firing weapons into buildings, vehicles A bill would increase the criminal penalties for firing into occupied homes, businesses, vehicles, rail cars, and other buildings. StaffMarch 14, 2024
Elections Reps. Sewell, Brown lead bipartisan letter on AI election interference Experts have warned of the negative consequences this could have for voting rights and safety and security of our elections. StaffMarch 14, 2024
Congress Sewell’s Kidney PATIENT Act passes out of committee Sewell introduced the legislation to provide access to critical care and affordable oral medicines for chronic kidney disease patients. StaffMarch 13, 2024
Congress Reps. Terri Sewell, Jasmine Crockett to visit Miles College for Women’s History Month The discussion aims to highlight the contributions of women in politics and inspire the next generation of leaders. StaffMarch 13, 2024
Elections Harris endorses Brewbaker in Alabama’s 2nd District runoff Former Republican candidate Hampton Harris has endorsed Dick Brewbaker for the upcoming election runoff. StaffMarch 12, 2024
Economy Alabama’s labor rate steady at 57.4 percent The preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate inched up to 2.9 percent from December's 2.8 percent. StaffMarch 12, 2024
Economy Southern Roots Nut Co. plans Alabama processing facility The processing facility is expected to create 120 jobs in Dothan. StaffMarch 12, 2024