State Analysis | Immigrants drive Alabama’s economy despite political rhetoric Immigration is not merely a challenge to navigate but an opportunity to seize. Bill Britt15 hours ago
Legislature Sen. committee held public hearing to expand statute of limitations for child sex abuse “Only about 1.5 percent of survivors of child sex assault ever receive justice from the criminal justice system,” Sen. Merika Coleman said. Patrick DarringtonMay 11, 2023
Governor Ivey announces round of appointments The appointments include the boards of trustees of six public universities. Jacob HolmesMay 11, 2023
Congress U.S. Sen. Katie Britt: Mental health must be top priority Britt noted the staggering, rising rates of depression and suicide among America’s teenagers. StaffMay 11, 2023
Aerospace and Defense Report: Defense industry provides 264,780 jobs across Alabama The total economic impact of military personnel and defense contracts across Alabama amounts to $50.3 billion. StaffMay 10, 2023
News ALBBAA adds new marketing director to staff The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association has added Prattville resident Rhett Hollon as the organization’s new marketing director. StaffMay 10, 2023
Economy Labor quality surpasses inflation as No. 1 problem facing small business Labor quality was the top business problem at 24 percent, with inflation in second place at 23 percent. StaffMay 10, 2023
State Child care providers encouraged to apply for DHR grants Qualified applicants will receive $2,000 for each daytime child care slot, double the original grant amount. Jacob HolmesMay 9, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt co-sponsors bill to crack down on trade cheats, support American manufacturers The bill takes aim at companies that dump foreign-made goods into the United States. StaffMay 9, 2023
Governor Gov. Ivey signs order to establish the Alabama Resilience Council The council aims to help communities withstand events that result in harmful societal impacts. StaffMay 8, 2023
Elections Alabama Forestry Association endorses Tommy Bryan for Supreme Court Bryan was first elected to the Alabama Supreme Court in 2012 and has served two full terms. StaffMay 7, 2023