Economy Southern Research breaks ground on new biotech center, campus renovations The new center is expected to create 150 new jobs at Southern Research and to double the institution’s annual economic impact to $300 million... StaffMay 18, 2022
Economy Auto supplier Shinhwa investing $78 million in second Auburn facility, creating 42 jobs Shinhwa will build the new 400,000-square-foot factory across from its existing location in Auburn Technology Park West. StaffMay 18, 2022
Elections ALGOP selects Hoover City Councilman Mike Shaw as House District 47 nominee The ALGOP started a candidate search for the position following the sudden passing of Rep. David Wheeler. StaffMay 17, 2022
State Abortion rights organizers speak out about potential reversal of Roe v. Wade “People are going to die if it’s not legal,” Margeaux Hartline said. “People are going to do unsavory things to get an abortion.” StaffMay 13, 2022
Infrastructure Shelby: FAA grants Alabama $12.5 million for statewide airport infrastructure upgrades The 26 grants were awarded to 25 local airports in Alabama, amounting to $12,508,131. StaffMay 13, 2022
State Governor appoints Jeff Smitherman as Alabama EMA acting director Smitherman will take the helm immediately following his appointment becoming effective Saturday, May 21. StaffMay 12, 2022
Congress Shelby expresses concern about FY23 Army budget request “With inflation at the highest levels we’ve seen in 40 years, this request represents a cut from 2022 enacted levels," Shelby said. StaffMay 11, 2022
Elections Ivey touts law enforcement endorsements Ivey accused "liberal-run cities" of taking the side of "rioters and street thugs" while "villainizing" officers. StaffMay 11, 2022
Elections Six days left to apply for an absentee ballot by mail for primary election May 17, 2022, is the last day that absentee ballot applications can be returned by mail. StaffMay 11, 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