Congress Sen. Britt emphasizes child care issues in hearing with labor secretary During a Senate hearing, Britt pressed the labor secretary on child care reform, highlighting its impact on workforce participation and economic growth. Alex JobinMay 30, 2025
Courts Department of Labor’s child labor cases remain tied up in court The Department of Labor’s two cases accusing Alabama employers of “oppressive child labor” have both faced repeated motions to dismiss. Chance PhillipsDecember 2, 2024
Courts Judge denies preliminary injunction in Mar-Jac Poultry child labor case Mar-Jac Poultry has filed a counterclaim against the Department of Labor and is seeking almost $20 million in damages. Chance PhillipsJuly 5, 2024
National U.S. Department of Labor proposes new protections for workers in extreme heat Alabama workers might soon enjoy additional protections from extreme heat thanks to new rules proposed by the Department of Labor. Chance PhillipsJuly 3, 2024
Economy Birmingham Mayor Woodfin agrees to federal “Good Jobs Principles” Alongside acting Secretary of Labor Su, Birmingham Mayor Woodfin announced his support for the Department of Labor’s Good Jobs Principles. Chance PhillipsJune 14, 2024
Economy Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su visits New Flyer plant in Anniston The acting secretary of labor visited the Anniston New Flyer plant, where workers unionized and won significant raises this year. Chance PhillipsJune 13, 2024
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 Activist financial group urges Hyundai to complete human rights assessment The demand comes after at least four factories in Alabama employed children in the manufacturing of parts for Hyundai and Kia. John H. GlennJanuary 26, 2023
Economy Gov. Ivey announces another record high jobs count Alabama’s December unemployment rate was 2.8 percent. StaffJanuary 20, 2023
Economy Governor encourages veteran hiring through HIRE VETS Medallion Program The application period runs from Jan. 28 through April 30, 2022. StaffFebruary 10, 2022