Congress Rep. Strong appointed to US-China Human Rights Commission House Speaker Mike Johnson praised Strong’s commitment to confronting China's human rights abuses. Staff16 hours ago
Congress Rep. Sewell to host 14th Annual Job Fair in Tuscaloosa Sewell’s annual job fair is her largest constituent event of the year. This year, it will feature employers from at least 10 industries. StaffJuly 1, 2025
National Muslim civil rights org condemns Tuberville for “anti-Islam” comments Tuberville's controversial remarks—amid rising anti-Muslim incidents—stirred strong condemnation from a leading Muslim civil rights group. Alex JobinJune 27, 2025
Aerospace and Defense Sen. Britt introduces golden dome legislation The legislation would develop a modernized, layered homeland missile defense system, authorizing over $23 billion for this initiative. StaffJune 27, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell marks 12 years since Supreme Court gutted Voting Rights Act "The Shelby decision opened the door to a full-scale attack on the right to vote that continues today," Sewell said. StaffJune 26, 2025
Congress House Democrats reintroduce abortion rights bill on Dobbs anniversary House Democrats reintroduce abortion rights bill to restore access as Alabama continues enforcing strict post-Dobbs reproductive health bans. Mary Claire WootenJune 25, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell cosponsors resolution to cease U.S. hostilities with Iran Sewell joined colleagues to reassert congressional authority following the Trump administration's unilateral military action in Iran. StaffJune 25, 2025
Courts Alabama’s only civil legal aid faces elimination under proposed cuts Federal cuts threaten to dismantle Alabama’s only statewide legal aid, leaving over one million low-income residents without civil legal support. Mary Claire WootenJune 24, 2025
Congress Sen. Tuberville calls on Trump to fire Fed chair despite questionable legal authority In a May decision, SCOTUS indicated that the president could not take such an action toward members of the Fed. Alex JobinJune 24, 2025
Congress Britt attacks use of synthetic food dyes, praises FDA phase out plan Britt criticized artificial food dyes on social media, praising a Huntsville bakery and General Mills for eliminating them from products. Wesley WalterJune 24, 2025
Congress Rep. Strong questions Bondi on expanding DOJ presence in Huntsville during budget hearing Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed an expansion of Justice Department personnel in the area. StaffJune 24, 2025