National CNN host, Prattville native Kaitlan Collins, interviews fired Prattville library director The escalation caught the eye of Kaitlan Collins, host of CNN's "The Source" and a native of Prattville. Jacob Holmes3 days ago
National National anti-censorship groups call for reversal of Prattville Library policies The groups called the new policy discriminatory and urged the Prattville Library to uphold the freedom to read. Jacob HolmesFebruary 21, 2024
Courts Ozark citizen cleared of harassment charge against mayor Daleville Judge Barbara Wade ruled that Blankenship failed to establish evidence that any harassment took place. Jacob HolmesFebruary 19, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell to kick off annual “Congress in Your Community” tour in Homewood Each year, Rep. Sewell visits each of the 14 counties in her district. StaffFebruary 16, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt advances bipartisan bill to protect Coast Guard against sexual assault This pivotal legislation mandates the implementation of a "safe-to-report" policy within the Coast Guard. Bill BrittFebruary 14, 2024
National Rep. Sewell speaks at the White House for Black History Month Sewell spoke at the White House for its Black History Month Civil Rights Descendants Event. StaffFebruary 14, 2024
National Biden appoints Willie L. Phillips Jr. as chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission President Joe Biden on Friday announced Willie L. Phillips, Jr. as chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. StaffFebruary 12, 2024
Congress Sewell to deliver millions in federal funding to expand maternal health services Sewell will deliver a total of $9.2 million in federal funding that she helped secure to UAB and the Bessemer Police. StaffFebruary 12, 2024
Congress Alabama Habitat for Humanity calls for action on affordable housing Here in Alabama, 1 in 8 households pay half or more of their income on housing. StaffFebruary 9, 2024
Congress Sewell introduces resolution recognizing Feb. 4 as World Cancer Day It is estimated that 1 in 5 people will develop cancer during their lifetime across the globe. StaffFebruary 2, 2024
Courts Court allows nitrogen gas execution to proceed Judges for the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a 2-1 decision to deny Smith’s appeal for a preliminary injunction. Patrick DarringtonJanuary 25, 2024