Economy Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor market remains tight According to the NFIB, 35 percent of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill. StaffJanuary 10, 2025
Congress Sens. Katie Britt, Rick Scott introduce bipartisan bill to “Lock The Clock” The practice of adjusting clocks twice a year has been a subject of debate in the United States. StaffJanuary 9, 2025
Municipal elections Connie Hudson announces campaign for Mayor of Mobile Her political career started in 2001, when she was elected to the Mobile city council. StaffJanuary 9, 2025
News Flags to fly at half-staff to honor fallen Irondale police officer A decorated law enforcement officer and Army veteran, Mark Meadows dedicated more than three decades to public service. StaffJanuary 9, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell becomes first Black woman to serve on House Ways and Means Subcommittee Sewell has served as a member of the House Ways and Means Committee since 2017. StaffJanuary 9, 2025
News J.D. Snoddy sworn In for 5th term as Winston County circuit clerk This elected position, established in the Alabama Constitution, carries a six-year term. StaffJanuary 9, 2025
Local news Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed appoints Jerime Reid as chief of staff Previously serving as COO, Reid was responsible for enhancing efficiency and effectiveness across city departments. StaffJanuary 8, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey mourns security detail member Justin Williams, 42, succumbed to cancer Williams, a veteran state trooper, was set to mark 19 years of service on Wednesday. StaffJanuary 8, 2025
Prisons Alabama schedules execution of Demetrius Frazier using nitrogen hypoxia Frazier's attorneys have filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block the execution. StaffJanuary 8, 2025
Elections Matt Woods named GOP nominee for Senate District 5 District 5 became vacant following the resignation of former Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed. StaffJanuary 8, 2025