Economy Survey: Small business owners’ uncertainty increased in October Although general optimism remained steady, uncertainty among small business owners spiked. Micah DanneyNovember 11, 2020
News Terminix agrees to pay $60 million for overcharging customers in Alabama The company systematically overcharged customers and failed in many cases to honor its service contracts, the AG's office said. Micah DanneyNovember 9, 2020
Economy Half of new unemployment claims last week were due to the pandemic Unemployment claims remain high in Alabama. Micah DanneyNovember 6, 2020
Congress Poll watchers in Alabama report massive turnout, long waits and machine shortages One observer spoke to multiple people in long lines who vowed that they are ready to wait all night if they have to. Micah DanneyNovember 3, 2020
Congress SPLC: Millions still have their mail-in ballots, should return them in person Nearly 100 million Americans have already voted by mail or by early in-person voting. There were 138 million total votes cast in the 2016... Micah DanneyNovember 3, 2020
Elections Voters in line can’t be turned away when polls close, SPLC advises “It is imperative for voters to remember that if they are in line before voting closes, they have the right to remain in line... Micah DanneyNovember 3, 2020
Elections Birmingham police are prepared for Election Day, mayor’s office says Even though there are no known threats, the city's leadership and its police are committed to keeping people and polling places safe. Micah DanneyNovember 3, 2020
News Frustrated by officials’ inaction, activists in Huntsville are strategizing for police reforms While small demonstrations continue, something else has grown more quietly: A coalition of more than 2,000 Madison County residents who aim to change local... Micah DanneyNovember 2, 2020
Elections Faith in Action Alabama calls on law enforcement to protect voters from harassment "In these harrowing days it is incumbent upon all of us as citizens and you and your colleagues as law enforcement professionals to do... Micah DanneyOctober 28, 2020
Health Study: COVID-19 infection rates more than double without lockdowns Infection and fatality rates would have been higher without stay-at-home orders, a new UAB study found. Micah DanneyOctober 26, 2020