Courts Alabama’s Volunteer Lawyers Programs fill gaps in civil justice Alabama’s Volunteer Lawyers Programs provide critical civil legal aid amid zero state funding, relying on volunteers, donations and local partnerships. Mary Claire Wooten17 hours ago
Congress After military spouses blast Tuberville, the Farmers Federation honors him Tuberville has come under fire for failing to honor a pledge to donate his senate salary to veterans organizations. Bill BrittJuly 25, 2023
Congress Britt advances key funds for Alabama infrastructure projects The FY 2024 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill now moves to the full Senate. StaffJuly 25, 2023
Local news Sewell to welcome HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge to Birmingham Rep. Sewell, Secretary Fudge, and Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin will meet with residents at Smithfield Court and hold a press conference. StaffJuly 25, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt secures critical funding increase to support at-risk children The increase would raise the total funding for Child Advocacy Center programs from $41 million to $50 million. StaffJuly 20, 2023
National Report: Tuberville has failed to keep salary pledge to veterans The Alabama senator promised during the 2020 campaign to donate "every dime" of salary to veterans. He hasn't donated a dime in three years. Josh MoonJuly 19, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt: Funding severe weather detection saves Alabamians’ lives At Britt’s request, legislation would appropriate $3 million for the expansion and upgrade of the South Alabama Mesonet. StaffJuly 18, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt backs legislation to cap insulin prices Britt is cosponsoring two pieces of bipartisan legislation to help Alabamians access insulin. StaffJuly 17, 2023
Congress Rep. Barry Moore wants to impeach FBI director over “weaponization” of bureau Moore is a cosponsor of articles of impeachment that claim the FBI is targeting citizens "deemed enemies of the Biden regime." Jacob HolmesJuly 12, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt, colleagues urge administrative action to address passport delays In the letter, senators note reports from Americans regarding issues and concerns with delayed wait times. StaffJuly 11, 2023
Congress Rogers, Palmer visit Taiwan to “deter aggression” Taiwan visits by U.S. officials have historically escalated tensions with China. Samuel StettheimerJuly 7, 2023