Alex Jobin

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Municipal elections

Black Economic Alliance PAC endorses Woodfin for Birmingham mayor

The Black Economic Alliance's backing added to a growing list of key endorsements for Woodfin ahead of the August 26 election.

August 19, 2025

Montgomery medical transport provider faces crisis over decreased Medicaid rates

Choice Transport, a crucial service for Montgomery's most vulnerable, faces significant rate cuts, jeopardizing its ability to serve Medicaid recipients.

August 18, 2025

Democratic Mayors Association endorses Rep. Barbara Drummond for Mobile mayor

The Democratic Mayors Association formally endorsed Drummond for Mobile mayor, calling her campaign one of the most promising in the South.

August 15, 2025

Environmental groups donate “Southern Exposure” films to Birmingham Public Library

Award-winning environmental films, exploring Alabama's natural resources and complex issues, were donated to the Birmingham Public Library's 17 locations.

August 14, 2025

Sen. Katie Britt reflects on first seven months of 119th Congress

Britt highlighted legislative actions from the 119th Congress, from border security to housing, and safeguarding vital Alabama programs and projects.

August 13, 2025

Huntsville auto workers fail to unionize Navistar plant, UAW alleges illegal intimidation

Workers at the Navistar plant in Huntsville voted against forming a union, marking another failed effort by United Auto Workers to organize labor in Alabama.

August 12, 2025

Increased regulations under HB445 forced this small business owner to close her doors

Amid new legislation, a small business owner's dream of providing natural health solutions came to an abrupt end, leaving her and her son homeless.

August 11, 2025

Scissor cutting the word 'taxes' in a piece of paper.

Bill to exempt optical aids from Alabama sales tax filed again for 2026 session

The Alabama House of Representatives previously passed a bill to exempt optical aids from sales tax, but it failed in the Senate. Now, it's back.

August 8, 2025

SPLC condemns reinstallation of Confederate statue by Trump administration

The Southern Poverty Law Center condemned the Trump administration's planned reinstallation of a Confederate monument toppled during 2020 protests.

August 7, 2025

North Alabama Area Labor Council encourages Huntsville auto workers to unionize

Local labor groups urged Huntsville auto workers to vote "union yes" in a pivotal election, emphasizing the power of collective bargaining.

August 6, 2025