Economy Alabama Real Estate Report offers good news for both home buyers, sellers Alabama recorded 5,168 home sales in November, a 5.9 percent increase over October’s figures. Staff3 days ago
Economy New unemployment claims increased again last week It is the highest number of new claims recorded in a single week since July. Micah DanneyJanuary 15, 2021
Economy Officials offer thoughts on Huntsville Space Command decision "We welcome Space Command to Huntsville with open arms and a good dose of southern hospitality," the lieutenant governor said. Charlie WalkerJanuary 14, 2021
Congress Delegation’s actions diminish Alabama’s economic development outlook, say insiders Brooks faces censure. Tuberville is considered by most a pariah. Only Shelby and Sewell will hold influence on Capitol Hill. Bill BrittJanuary 12, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims spiked last week Of those claims, 80 percent were related to COVID-19. Micah DanneyJanuary 8, 2021
Economy ADOL begins paying CARES Act extended benefits, additional $300 weekly benefit Claimants eligible for these payments will need to take no action other than continuing to file weekly certifications. StaffJanuary 7, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims dropped last week Of the claims, 39 percent were related to COVID-19. Micah DanneyJanuary 1, 2021
Congress Tuberville’s move could cost North Alabama billions, say insiders Tuberville could do irreparable harm by trying to subvert the will of voters — and it could cost North Alabama billions, Bill BrittDecember 26, 2020
Economy Extended unemployment payments could face delays, ADOL says ADOL is awaiting guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor on how to implement the CARES Act extensions. Micah DanneyDecember 22, 2020
Economy Survey: One in four small businesses will close if conditions don’t improve soon The number is up 5 percent from a survey conducted last month StaffDecember 16, 2020
Economy Unemployment claims stayed steady last week; almost half COVID-related Some 3,317 claims were related to COVID-19, representing 47 percent. Micah DanneyDecember 11, 2020