 Democratic Senator Al Franken has issued a message of explanation and apology following accusations of inappropriate touching from four women. Franken did not admit to the inappropriate touching, but says that he is sorry he made some of the women feel badly. He faces a Senate ethics investigation for improper conduct, but promised to regain his constituents trust. The message also suggests no recognition was being contemplated. The senator has not appeared in public since the first allegation and canceled an event in Atlanta for his book Al Franken, Master of the Senate. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.