Economy Two Alabama businesses found in violation of labor laws Investigations into two businesses in Birmingham and Montgomery were found in violation of federal labor law last week. Patrick DarringtonNovember 20, 2023
State 2023 Alabama Retailers of the Year A panel of judges chose 10 Alabama Retailer of the Year winners in four categories based on annual sales volume. StaffOctober 20, 2023
Economy Innovate Alabama launches tax credit program The discretionary program will provide support to programs designed for innovative small businesses. StaffJune 2, 2023
Economy Innovate Alabama opens second round of grant funding to benefit local entrepreneurs The program supports Alabama entrepreneurs and innovators, particularly underrepresented groups. StaffJanuary 16, 2023
Economy Small business optimism drops, expectations for business conditions worsen Inflation remains the single most important business problem with 32 percent of owners reporting it as their top problem. StaffJanuary 11, 2023
Economy Inflation, supply chain send small business optimism to a 48-year low Twenty-three percent said that labor quality was their top business problem, behind inflation. StaffJune 15, 2022
Local news Birmingham approves ordinance that will support businesses retention and growth RISE, which stands for Retention Incentives for Success and Expansion, establishes two funds with the purpose to provide resources for area businesses. StaffMarch 30, 2022
Featured Opinion Opinion | Alabama business owners and the costs of me-first, Republican politics CEOs and owners are watching helplessly as Alabama lawmakers sell them out in the interest of political self-preservation. Josh MoonNovember 3, 2021
Economy Governor attends dedication of Landing’s new Birmingham corporate headquarters The company's new corporate headquarters is in the historic John Hand Building in downtown Birmingham. Brandon MoseleyJuly 23, 2021
Legislature Legislature passes ban on “vaccine passports” Any new vaccine requirements for students or for customers of businesses are banned by this legislation. Brandon MoseleyMay 18, 2021