Congress Sen. Britt leads opposition to NOAA’s Rice’s Whale Habitat expansion proposal They were also vocal about the potential detrimental implications this might have on Alabama's economy. StaffOctober 27, 2023
Congress Mike Johnson of Louisiana elected House speaker; Alabama members react Johnson, representing Louisiana's 4th Congressional District since 2017, has now become the first House speaker from the state. StaffOctober 26, 2023
Elections Rich Anderson seeking seat on Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals Anderson spent 17 years as an assistant attorney general and appellate prosecutor with the Alabama Attorney General’s Office. StaffOctober 26, 2023
Congress Rep. Sewell comments on election of Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House “I have very serious concerns about Mike Johnson’s record, namely his efforts to overturn the 2020 election," Sewell said. StaffOctober 26, 2023
Congress Rep. Sewell votes in favor of bipartisan resolution standing with Israel “I condemn Hamas’ brutal attack on Israel in the strongest possible terms,” Sewell said. StaffOctober 26, 2023
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