Legislature Alabama 2023 Legislative Report: Week Nine The Alabama Legislature met for days 21, 22 and 23 of its 2023 Legislative Session this past week. Beth LyonsMay 23, 2023
News Alabama Black Belt Adventures founder named to national board Harris was named to the National Board of Directors for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. StaffMay 23, 2023
Economy Alabama’s housing market continues to slow in April The median sales price decreased by $18,145 compared to a year ago. StaffMay 23, 2023
Congress U.S. Senate makes historic confirmation of Abudu to circuit court Abudu is the first Black woman appointed as a judge to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. Patrick DarringtonMay 22, 2023
National National advocate speaks against Gov. DeSantis’ anti-Black, anti-LGBTQ+ policies Desantis’ war against “woke” has long been seen as a strategy to advance his potential candidacy for president. Patrick DarringtonMay 22, 2023
Legislature Week in review: House tampers controversial bills as session nears end Here's a look back at what passed the House last week. Jacob HolmesMay 22, 2023
News Threats, attacks shut down library event for children in Birmingham An event designed to teach children about consent and bodily autonomy was rescheduled after complaints, threats. Josh MoonMay 22, 2023
Legislature Lawmakers to raise cell phone fees to pay for 988 crisis hotline Under proposed legislation, a family of four in Alabama would see an increase in monthly costs of around $4 up to $12 a month. Bill BrittMay 22, 2023
State PARCA reports highlights, disparities of Alabama’s online sales tax system The flat rate is generally lower, and the system could potentially shift revenue from schools to state and local governments. Jacob HolmesMay 22, 2023
Economy April unemployment rate hits new record low of 2.2 percent It's down from March’s rate of 2.3 percent, and below April 2022’s rate of 2.5 percent. StaffMay 22, 2023