Economy NFIB: Small business job openings back up in January The percentage of owners reporting labor quality as their top business operating problem remains elevated at 24 percent. StaffFebruary 3, 2023
Environment ADEM takes enforcement action against former used oil transporter Alabama Oil & Gas Recovery has ceased operations at a facility on Blackjack Road in Trussville. StaffFebruary 2, 2023
Party politics Gov. Ron DeSantis is coming to Alabama DeSantis will be the special guest at the Alabama Republican Party's annual winter dinner. StaffFebruary 2, 2023
Congress Rep. Sewell named to the House Armed Services Committee This is in addition to her appointments to the House Ways and Means and House Administration committees. StaffFebruary 1, 2023
News Gov. Ivey awards grant to help formerly incarcerated find employment The grant comes from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffFebruary 1, 2023
Local news Mayor Woodfin’s budget surplus invests in neighborhoods, personnel and facilities An $81 million budget surplus will support neighborhoods, libraries, parks and recreation centers. StaffFebruary 1, 2023
Local news Birmingham’s Cornell Wesley recognized as 40 under 40 in economic development Wesley is currently the director of innovation and economic opportunity for the city of Birmingham. StaffJanuary 31, 2023
News Business Council of Alabama announces two internal promotions, new staff addition Michelle Hopson has been named senior vice president of finance and operations. StaffJanuary 31, 2023
State Carlton L. Peeples named special agent in charge of FBI’s Birmingham office Peeples most recently served as an inspector in the Inspection Division at FBI Headquarters in Washington. StaffJanuary 31, 2023
Party politics ALGOP chairman elected as RNC vice chairman Wahl will lead the Southern Region of the RNC as part of his duties. StaffJanuary 30, 2023