State Five electric vehicle showcases scheduled around the state in April Drive Electric Alabama is hosting five showcase events throughout the state this month. StaffApril 14, 2023
Legislature Alabama House, Senate to play charity softball game for tornado victims The game marks the fourth time in recent history that the two chambers have competed in softball. StaffApril 13, 2023
Legislature ALGOP poll: Majority of Alabamians want to cut grocery tax There has been growing support among Republican lawmakers for the tax cut. StaffApril 12, 2023
State New report on Alabama child wellbeing released The number of child abuse or neglect reports more than doubled in at least 27 counties. StaffApril 12, 2023
Economy Small business optimism declines in March Inflation and labor quality are the leading small business operating problems. StaffApril 12, 2023
Legislature Bill would allow cosmetology license reciprocity for military dependents House Bill 246 is part of an effort to create a national “cosmetology compact” for military personnel and dependents. StaffApril 11, 2023
Education While community colleges nationally saw enrollment decline, Alabama bucks the trend Alabama’s community colleges have experienced an increase in enrollment by at least 5 percent each year since 2020. StaffApril 11, 2023
Legislature Child care providers, parents call for more Pre-K, child care funds Advocates on Monday called on the Legislature to approve a combined $42 million increase in state investments. StaffApril 11, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt, colleagues lead effort to repeal the “Death Tax” The legislation would permanently repeal the federal estate tax. StaffApril 7, 2023
Congress Rep. Sewell, colleagues introduce bipartisan New Markets Tax Credit Extension Act This legislation aims to spur investment and economic growth in rural and underserved communities. StaffApril 7, 2023