Education Troy University Board of Trustees urges Chancellor Jack Hawkins to reconsider retirement The Troy University Board of Trustees has unanimously requested Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. to reconsider his decision to retire. Bill BrittSeptember 23, 2024
Legislature “Family values” lawmaker Tracy Estes arrested on domestic violence charges Estes, a two-term Republican lawmaker who has long touted conservative family ideals, is now facing legal troubles after a protection order was filed. StaffSeptember 23, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell’s statement on shooting in Birmingham’s Five Points South “This senseless violence is unacceptable and it must stop," Sewell said. StaffSeptember 23, 2024
News Inaugural ACTIVATE career readiness program graduates first class The program is aimed at increasing the number of Alabama Department of Corrections correctional officers. StaffSeptember 23, 2024
Economy Alabama Realtors release August 2024 report The state’s housing market showed signs of cooling in August, but remains robust, especially with recent economic developments. StaffSeptember 23, 2024
National Rep. Sewell condemns illegal seizure of Vulcan Materials plant Sewell led 13 of her colleagues, including every member of Alabama’s House delegation, in a bipartisan letter. StaffSeptember 23, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell announces $1.2 million to expand mental health, substance use treatment The awards are part of a $240 million investment by the Biden-Harris Administration to launch and expand behavioral health care services. StaffSeptember 23, 2024
News Josh Coleman selected as an Obama Foundation USA Leader This program trains participants around the world in leadership development and civic engagement. StaffSeptember 23, 2024
News Wesley named to prestigious International Board of Economic Developers Wesley has been instrumental in securing major events for the city, including the 2021 World Games. Bill BrittSeptember 20, 2024
Congress Sen. Tuberville demands increased security for Trump Tuberville claimed Trump’s Secret Service detail was not adequate security for the former president. Wesley WalterSeptember 20, 2024