National Sewell announces Birmingham’s designation as a Federal Tech Hub These Tech Hubs will catalyze investment in technologies critical to economic growth, national security, and job creation. StaffOctober 24, 2023
State Alabama’s active home listings hit 2023 high: AAR report The state's real estate market remains under the influence of the Federal Reserve's rising mortgage rates. StaffOctober 24, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | The paradox of Susan DuBose’s call for “less government” DuBose's push for censorship and control reveals a hypocritical approach to her call for individual liberties. Bill BrittOctober 23, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | Alabama Republicans are trying to stop you from voting — again Alabama Republicans have another bill to criminalize assisting someone with an absentee ballot, because they're scared of high voter turnout Josh MoonOctober 23, 2023
Local news Cullman Library Board declines to move challenged books The books were all challenged by one resident for LGBTQ+ content. Jacob HolmesOctober 23, 2023
Local news Mobile community members ask for removal of Confederate priest’s statue On his statue, he is referenced as the “Poet-Priest of the Confederacy.” Patrick DarringtonOctober 23, 2023
Congress Alabama U.S. Rep. Palmer seeking to become Speaker of the House Palmer is a fifth-term congressman who has represented Alabama’s 6th Congressional District since 2014. Patrick DarringtonOctober 23, 2023
Economy Alabama labor force steady at 57 percent, record high employment numbers September's data shows a slight increase in Alabama’s unemployment rate, up from August’s 2.1 percent to 2.2 percent. StaffOctober 23, 2023
National Sen. Katie Britt, bipartisan senators visit Israel, condemn Hamas attacks The delegation's visit is seen as a gesture to bolster U.S.-Israel relations and emphasize America's unequivocal support for Israel. StaffOctober 23, 2023
Governor Governor, treasurer: Alabama will increase investment in Israel bond holdings The Israeli government will be issuing new bonds and Alabama has been placed in the forefront of the list of institutional buyers. StaffOctober 23, 2023