Congress Rep. Sewell, Democrats introduce bill to reclaim Congress’ trade authority The bill aims to "put a stop to President Trump’s reckless trade wars and return tariff authority to Congress." StaffApril 11, 2025
News What are Trump’s tariffs and how will they impact your wallet? APR spoke with John Dove, a professor of economics at Troy University, to better understand the tariffs and what impact they will have. Alex JobinApril 9, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey celebrates Alabama’s exporting success Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday honored five Alabama companies for their accomplishments in selling products in markets around the world. StaffMay 2, 2024
Economy Alabama exports totaled $27.4 billion in 2023, eclipsing previous record The value of last year’s exports rose 6 percent from the previous year’s total of $25.5 billion. StaffFebruary 13, 2024
National Sen. Britt issues statement after Mexican military withdraws from Vulcan’s port The Mexican military withdrew from Vulcan's Punta Venado port facility on Monday. StaffMarch 28, 2023
National Mexico seizes Vulcan Materials facility, prompting criticism from Britt Sen. Katie Britt described the incident as a "militarized seizure." John H. GlennMarch 20, 2023
Infrastructure Federal maritime commissioners visit Port of Mobile They discussed the rapid expansion of intermodal rail through the Port of Mobile. StaffNovember 17, 2022
Economy Port of Mobile headed for busiest year on record The container terminal is tracking more than 10 percent above its 2021 numbers, the terminal’s busiest full year to date. StaffSeptember 14, 2022
Economy Port of Mobile container growth continues April 2022 results for container volumes through the Port of Mobile show a 39.7 percent increase over April 2021 volumes. StaffMay 11, 2022
Party politics Alabama Republicans want to name Trump “one of the greatest presidents in history” One prominent Alabama Republican columnist said: “I do not care to comment on this historically illiterate resolution.” Brandon MoseleyJanuary 27, 2021