Legislature Alabama Legislature approves bill to remove barriers for qualified reentering citizens It aims to allow parolees and probationers the opportunity to obtain licenses without automatic disqualification for those whose crimes have no relevance to the... StaffMay 2, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Stronger small businesses start with skilled workers Main Street businesses should focus on running their operations, not training workers from the ground up. Rosemary ElebashMarch 3, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Four actions states are taking to advance apprenticeships The number of active registered apprentices across the country has surged. Josh LaneyNovember 27, 2024
State Alabama chief justice-elect advocates for more programs to reduce recidivism Alabama Chief Justice-elect Stewart emphasized expanding courts and job programs at the Alabama Reentry meeting Tuesday. Mary Claire WootenNovember 13, 2024
News Rep. Sewell hosted a Magic City Classic discussion on workforce development The discussion focused on how federal funding is fostering job growth and workforce development in the City of Birmingham. StaffOctober 25, 2024
Education Alabama’s community colleges report highest enrollment in decade More than 170,000 residents enrolled in academic courses or registered for adult education and workforce training opportunities. StaffAugust 23, 2024
Economy Sen. Britt breaks ground on Enterprise State C. C. Workforce Development Center The center will address workforce training needs in Coffee County and the Wiregrass. StaffAugust 23, 2024
State Gov. Ivey makes appointments to newly established Alabama Workforce Board This marks a major milestone in the implementation of the Working for Alabama legislative package. StaffAugust 7, 2024
Education PARCA Report: 2023 high school seniors set record for college and career readiness College and career readiness rates rose significantly in 2023 but graduation rates remain below pre-pandemic highs. Chance PhillipsMay 9, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Unleashing Alabama’s workforce potential: The urgent case for child care Access to safe, affordable child care should not exist behind a velvet rope. Melanie R. BridgeforthApril 10, 2024