Congress Rep. Sewell: $1.6 million in investments from the Delta Regional Authority for Black Belt The funding was made available, in part, by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. StaffOctober 25, 2023
Governor Gov. Ivey awards $2.5 million to fight homelessness in Alabama The funds will assist local governments and nonprofit agencies to provide housing and other related services to homeless people. StaffOctober 25, 2023
Local news City of Birmingham and partners expand Financial Literacy Initiative The BHM Financial Freedom Project will expand to 20 schools next month. StaffOctober 25, 2023
Economy Study: Auburn University provides $6.3 billion economic boost to Alabama This tremendous figure encompasses the creation of over 30,000 job opportunities, aside from the university's direct hires. StaffOctober 25, 2023
News Runoff today: Cox vs. Brinyark for House District 16 after tight primary race Candidates Brad Cox and Bryan Brinyark both garnered just above 32 percent of the vote in the primary. StaffOctober 24, 2023
Elections Hendrix vs. Swayne District 55 showdown: Voters decide today Now, the decision rests with the voters, who will determine which path their district will embark upon after Tuesday. StaffOctober 24, 2023
National Sewell announces Birmingham’s designation as a Federal Tech Hub These Tech Hubs will catalyze investment in technologies critical to economic growth, national security, and job creation. StaffOctober 24, 2023
State Alabama’s active home listings hit 2023 high: AAR report The state's real estate market remains under the influence of the Federal Reserve's rising mortgage rates. StaffOctober 24, 2023
Economy Alabama labor force steady at 57 percent, record high employment numbers September's data shows a slight increase in Alabama’s unemployment rate, up from August’s 2.1 percent to 2.2 percent. StaffOctober 23, 2023
National Sen. Katie Britt, bipartisan senators visit Israel, condemn Hamas attacks The delegation's visit is seen as a gesture to bolster U.S.-Israel relations and emphasize America's unequivocal support for Israel. StaffOctober 23, 2023