Economy Alabama metro areas have among country’s lowest unemployment rates The Birmingham-Hoover metro area was ranked the lowest in the nation at 1.6 percent. StaffJune 9, 2023
State Huntsville population surges, decline slows in other Alabama cities Tuscaloosa and Auburn-Opelika have seen population boons, while newer suburbs of the big four cities also showed good growth. Jacob HolmesJune 5, 2023
Legislature Report: Dem lawmakers fail to vote for diversity amendment for Birmingham board An amendment to increase diversity on the Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau board failed when Dem lawmakers didn't vote. Josh MoonMay 26, 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
State House calls for improvements at Alabama Air Guard refueling wing Officials are seeking $33 million from the National Defense Authorization Act to expand an existing parking ramp. StaffMay 18, 2023
Local news Birmingham launches initiative to transform parking experience The Birmingham Parking Authority is developing a strategic plan that will transform the parking experience in the downtown area. StaffMay 12, 2023
Economy Alabama metros have the lowest unemployment rates in the nation The Birmingham-Hoover metro area was ranked the lowest in the nation at 1.8 percent. StaffMay 5, 2023
Aerospace and Defense Kratos SRE welcomes Sen. Britt to facility in Birmingham Kratos SRE’s growth within Birmingham is part of the company’s overall strategy to expand leading-edge technology capabilities. StaffMarch 29, 2023
Opinion Opinion | I moved to Alabama to take a stand against Trump. Here’s why I stayed To my friends and family up North, my decision to stay was even more confusing than my initial decision to leave. Ellen GomoryMarch 22, 2023
Local news Birmingham aims to reduce harmful effects of municipal fines, fees Birmingham joins eight other cities as part of the Cities Addressing Fines and Fees Equitably initiative. StaffFebruary 10, 2023