Governor Kay Ivey awarded two universities a combined $135,000 to train Alabama law enforcement officers on advanced crime-fighting and prevention techniques.
Independent Senate candidate Craig Jelks toured a Homewood Islamic school to counter conservative misinformation after safety concerns derailed the academy's relocation.
Representative Terri Sewell criticized congressional Republicans for refusing to fund the TSA and other Homeland Security agencies, warning that political games threatened aviation safety.
U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Raphael Warnock introduced a bipartisan bill to streamline federal research funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
The Alabama Retail PAC announced its support for dozens of candidates, including high-profile constitutional offices, who they said recognize retail's vital economic role.
The Alabama House significantly increased penalties for making terrorist threats, requiring principals to immediately suspend students charged with such crimes.
Congressman Robert Aderholt submitted nominations for six exceptional students across Alabama's 4th District to attend United States Service Academies.
The Alabama Senate passed legislation making child predators eligible for the death penalty and required age filters for inappropriate app store content.
A bipartisan coalition unveiled a three-bill reform package designed to protect families and businesses from rising utility costs and special interest influence.
Baldwin County Democrats announced six contested races for the November midterm, challenging the GOP on issues from immigration to local infrastructure.