Opinion Opinion | Alabama needs a biotech training center to support a vital, growing industry It’s a win for people who need good jobs, a win for the biotech industry, and a win for our state. Rodger SmithermanApril 29, 2024
Legislature Bill would expand “invisible disability” training to firefighters Some of the disorders that fall under the sensory issues or invisible disabilities include stroke, diabetes, autism spectrum disorder and dementia. Jacob HolmesJanuary 3, 2024
State Submissions open for Work-Based Learning Seal of Excellence Awards Innovative programs are encouraged to showcase their impact on Alabama’s workforce. StaffJuly 27, 2023
State Alabama colleges participate in multi-state active shooter training The series of active shooter mass casualty training exercises were held at Jefferson State Community College. StaffJune 12, 2023
Legislature A mother’s fear for her son may lead to more police training for “invisible disabilities” A study published in 2016 found that more than half of people killed by police have a disability. Patrick DarringtonMay 31, 2023
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grant for law enforcement training statewide The grants come from funds made available to the state by the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffApril 17, 2023
Local news Birmingham receives $10.8 million grant for training program Partners expect to train and place over 1,000 jobseekers in high-quality healthcare jobs. John H. GlennAugust 5, 2022
Opinion Opinion | Alabama is last in math. The Numeracy Act will change that The Alabama Numeracy Act creates a comprehensive statewide plan to improve math achievement. Corinn O’BrienMarch 29, 2022
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence and sexual assault victims statewide The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy, community education and prevention services. StaffJanuary 1, 2022
Economy JumpStartAL launches innovative workforce development initiative Public-private partnership uses VR-technology, job strategy to train and place participants StaffJuly 15, 2020