Legislature House passes bill to require secret ballot union vote at businesses receiving incentives Opponents say unions are necessary to empower them to fight for fait pay and benefits. Patrick Darrington2 days ago
Opinion Opinion | Economic stability vs. union promises: A critical choice for Hyundai workers In its recruitment efforts, the UAW is dangling the lure of false promises it cannot keep. Kyle SearcyFebruary 20, 2024
Economy Alabama Workforce Council releases annual report It outlines policy recommendations to further solidify Alabama as a leader in workforce development. StaffFebruary 2, 2024
Economy Alabama’s union membership increased for 2nd year, report finds There were also increases for workers whose jobs are covered by unions but are not members of unions themselves. Patrick DarringtonJanuary 25, 2024
Economy Alabama’s labor force participation rate increases to 57.1 percent Alabama’s November unemployment rate was 2.4 percent, up slightly from 2.3 percent in October. StaffJanuary 2, 2024
News Valley Labor Report hosting 32-hour marathon livestream supporting striking workers Several strikes have been ongoing throughout multiple southern states including Tennessee and Florida. Patrick DarringtonNovember 9, 2023
Economy NFIB report: Tight labor market continues to hinder Main Street Thirty-seven percent of owners have openings for skilled workers and 18 percent have openings for unskilled labor. StaffNovember 3, 2023
Economy Survey: Inflation, labor remain top challenges for small businesses Twenty-three percent of owners listed inflation as the single greatest problem. StaffOctober 11, 2023
State Alabama’s only union talk show, podcast sees surge amid national labor movement TVLR has multiple events planned coming soon including their first live event Sept. 17 in Huntsville. Patrick DarringtonJuly 31, 2023
Economy Small business optimism up slightly, but inflation, labor quality still challenging NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index increased 1.6 points in June to 91.0 but remains lower than average. StaffJuly 12, 2023