Civil Rights icon Fred Gray to receive prestigious ABA medal
Gray played a crucial role in many of the biggest moments in civil rights history.
Civil Rights
Former correctional sergeant found guilty of Civil Rights violations and obstruction
The jury found Lorenzo Mills guilty of assaulting three incarcerated people with a riot baton and falsifying a report.
April 20, 2023
Groups file Civil Rights complaint against Alabama, ADEM over Black Belt sewer issues
Two watchdog groups filed the Title VI complaint, alleging the state has not adequately addressed the ongoing sanitation problems.
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Libertarians call for end to “civil rights violations” against Lee County candidate
Lee County Commission candidate Lance Farrar said he is being unfairly blocked from attending commission meetings.
Sewell to announce major historic preservation funding for Selma
Selma University, the Historic Brown Chapel AME Church and the Historic Tabernacle Baptist Church are among the recipients of this funding.
October 6, 2022
Sewell commemorates 59th anniversary of 16th St. Baptist Church bombing
"May we always remember their names: Addie Mae, Denise, Carole, and Cynthia," Sewell said.
September 15, 2022
Sewell legislation to create Black Belt National Heritage Area passes the House
This legislation would designate areas within the 19 counties in Alabama’s Black Belt as a National Heritage Area.
July 20, 2022
Fred Gray receives Medal of Freedom
Gray was one of 17 Medal of Freedom recipients honored at the White House on Thursday.
Civil rights attorney Fred Gray to be awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom
The Biden White House made the official announcement on Friday morning.