Congress Britt, colleagues push bipartisan bill to permanently end budget brinkmanship The legislation would permanently end the practice of shutting down the federal government and disrupting critical services. StaffSeptember 21, 2023
Environment EIA statement on EPA coal ash public hearing “It’s important for the public and policy makers to understand that closing in place is a legal and safe approach," Hardwich said. StaffSeptember 21, 2023
Governor Governor awards grants to reduce distracted driving The grants will also assist with child safety seat purchases and installation. StaffSeptember 21, 2023
Congress Sewell, Democrats introduce John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act "The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement would protect the right to vote and safeguard our democracy," Sewell said. StaffSeptember 19, 2023
State Governor awards more than $5.5 million for highway safety enforcement Three of the state’s regional traffic safety offices and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will use the funds to cover overtime and extra patrol. StaffSeptember 19, 2023
Elections National Voter Registration Day focuses voter education efforts in Newbern It will include voter registration, voter ID distribution, voter status verification, and more. StaffSeptember 19, 2023
Economy Bridge + Root named Alabama’s Emerging Retailer of the Year The Retailer of the Year judges were impressed with owner Aisha Taylor’s use of digital marketing and other promotional efforts, StaffSeptember 19, 2023
Economy Alabama’s labor force participation rate remains unchanged at 57 percent Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted August unemployment rate held steady at its record low 2.1 percent. StaffSeptember 18, 2023
Education Troy University reaches milestone with ACHE instructional role change The change will allow the university to offer additional doctoral degrees, a move that paves the way for its continued maturation. StaffSeptember 18, 2023
State DeSantis campaign names Terry Lathan chairman of Alabama effort Lathan is the former chairman of the Alabama Republican Party. StaffSeptember 18, 2023