National Alabama unions celebrate passage of Social Security Fairness Act President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law, a bill which looks to make the distribution of Social Security funds more equitable. Alex Jobin3 hours ago
Economy Co-chair of Poor People’s Campaign gives pro-UAW speech in Montgomery At the “Moral Monday” event, Bishop William Barber II talked about how his Christian faith informs his support of unions. Chance PhillipsMay 14, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt announces MOMS Act, pro-mother legislation The legislation follows Britt’s previous endeavors to create more resources for mothers. Mary Claire WootenMay 14, 2024
National Senators speak out in support of Vulcan Materials Company Lawmakers call to end the unlawful actions against the quarry and mining facility in Mexico. Mary Claire WootenMay 14, 2024
Infrastructure Bill legalizing self-driving cars awaits Gov. Ivey’s signature If signed, SB226 would legalize self-driving cars for personal use and prevent local governments from regulating or taxing them. Chance PhillipsMay 14, 2024
News Joyce White Vance joins the Brennan Center for Justice as senior fellow In addition to her new role, Vance will maintain her position at the University of Alabama School of Law. StaffMay 14, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey announces key appointments across state boards and commissions Gov. Kay Ivey filled several key positions across various boards and commissions in the state. StaffMay 14, 2024
Courts Ten individuals charged with theft of federal program funds from Tuskegee University The conspiracy to commit federal program theft charge carries a potential sentence of up to five years in prison. StaffMay 14, 2024
State Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action respond to mass shooting at Stockton party Three people shot and killed and at least twelve wounded Saturday night in a shooting at a party in Stockton. StaffMay 14, 2024
National Sewell leads letter to Mexico demanding remedy to treatment of Vulcan Materials Last week marked two years since the Mexican government illegally invaded and shut down Vulcan’s Punta Venado deep-water port. StaffMay 14, 2024
Health Diversicare of Montgomery celebrates National Skilled Nursing Care Week National Skilled Nursing Care week is May 12 through May 18. StaffMay 14, 2024