Economy Alabama launches Development Fund to drive long-term economic growth The new initiative will offer sustainable funding for jobs, rural revitalization, and site readiness. Staff7 hours ago
Economy National labor market remained stable in June with 206,000 new jobs According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, most measures of labor market performance barely changed between May and June. Chance PhillipsJuly 8, 2024
Economy Southern Research awards, biotech funds, new jobs and business growth in Alabama Southern Research received nearly $3 million via the Innovate Alabama Tax Credit to launch its Therapeutics Development Fund. StaffJune 28, 2024
Economy Job openings in Alabama unchanged in April, separations down Recent reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show the Alabama labor market remains tight, even as unemployment ticked up. Chance PhillipsJune 27, 2024
Economy Developers secure lease, advancing commercial development at Southtown site The site is ultimately expected to be home to about 800,000 square feet of commercial space for a biomedical innovation corridor. StaffJune 27, 2024
Economy UAW president: Mercedes breaking promises to workers by blaming the union UAW’s Shawn Fain accuses Mercedes management of “blaming the union rather than keeping their commitments to make improvements for workers.” Chance PhillipsJune 21, 2024
Economy Report: Alabama home sales increase for fourth consecutive month This increase is positive news for potential sellers looking to list their home. StaffJune 21, 2024
Economy Birmingham Mayor Woodfin agrees to federal “Good Jobs Principles” Alongside acting Secretary of Labor Su, Birmingham Mayor Woodfin announced his support for the Department of Labor’s Good Jobs Principles. Chance PhillipsJune 14, 2024
Economy Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su visits New Flyer plant in Anniston The acting secretary of labor visited the Anniston New Flyer plant, where workers unionized and won significant raises this year. Chance PhillipsJune 13, 2024
Economy NLRB General Counsel Abruzzo spreads awareness of key labor law precedent During a recent online panel, labor law experts spoke about the challenges union organizers face in the South. Chance PhillipsJune 12, 2024
Economy Small Business Uncertainty Index reaches highest level since 2020 The Uncertainty Index rose nine points to 85, the highest reading since November 2020. StaffJune 12, 2024