New unemployment claims increased last week
Fifty-seven percent of the new claims were estimated to be related to the pandemic.
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New unemployment claims increased slightly last week
Of the new claims, 48 percent were estimated to be related to the pandemic.
Alabama Republican congressmen vote against COVID-19 relief bill
Republican members of Alabama’s congressional delegation all opposed the Democrats' COVID bill.
New unemployment claims decreased last week
Of the new claims, 54 percent are thought to be related to COVID-19.
New unemployment claims continue to increase
The number of new weekly claims has risen steadily so far this year.
Governor appoints new members to state Workforce Development Board
Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed eight new members to serve on the board.
February 9, 2021
Small businesses showing signs of recovery, study says
Two-thirds of small business owners say they will be able to survive the next year under current economic conditions.
Carl votes against Democrats’ $1.9 trillion budget framework
Biden has said that disappointing January job numbers justify the massive coronavirus aid package.
NFIB: Alabama small business would lose millions without COVID tax deduction
Small businesses should be able to deduct forgiven expenses paid for with federal PPP loans on state income taxes, the NFIB says.
February 3, 2021
Report shows Alabama making strides in workforce development
“Alabama is a national leader in workforce development," Gov. Kay Ivey said.
February 3, 2021