Economy
Twenty-three percent said that labor quality was their top business problem, behind inflation.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Legislature
Sen. Randy Price, wife arrested for loose cattle
Alabama Democratic Party reaffirms support for removal of state grocery tax
Lawmakers may close Alabama primaries during next legislative session
State Sen. Jimmy Holley honored by Troy University
Human Rights Campaign reviews “record-breaking” year of anti-LGBTQ laws
- Opinion
- National
FBI director defends bureau after Mar-A-Lago raid
Survey: 1 in 5 Democrats won’t support Biden unless he acts on student loans
Alabama political leaders react to raid at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence
Sewell introduces bipartisan legislation to protect long-term care hospitals
Shelby, Tuberville vote against climate, health and deficit reduction package
- Education
Students say Biden’s promise to forgive debt affected their decision to borrow
New director to form partnerships that support industry, boost UA
Shelby County teacher proselytized students, says Freedom From Religion Foundation
Alabama 3rd grade reading levels slightly improve: PARCA study
Former Limestone superintendent first to be sentenced in virtual school scam
- Health
Parents urge court to keep block on law criminalizing care for transgender youth
Most infectious COVID strain yet is causing a spike in transmission
ADPH switches to once weekly updates of COVID dashboard
Ivey’s office blasts ADPH message on masking
Alabama Warmline expands to 24/7 access to prevent mental health crises
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Economy
Thirty-one percent of owners reported that inflation was the single most important problem in their business.
Legislature
Under current Alabama Department of Labor regulations, only one contact is required each week.
Featured Opinion
Companies have no problem doing what's best for their survival. It's time for employees to do the same.
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"Here’s to another year of fighting for a better future for Alabama’s working people."
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"Within Alabama’s iron and steel industry, every day is Labor Day."
State
The Claimant Portal has been available since the end of 2020. Beginning Aug. 25, the UC Claims Tracker will no longer be accessible.
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"These efforts to improve and coordinate our education and workforce training programs have received national acclaim."
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"The PRO Act empowers workers because it increases penalties on employers who violate the National Labor Relations Act."
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"Not everyone is or knows a union member, but if you do, you know the importance of our fight."
