alabama politics

Birmingham Community Mourns the Loss of Banking IconBirmingham Community Mourns the Loss of Banking Icon

Birmingham Community Mourns the Loss of Banking Icon

News Summary The Birmingham community is grieving the sudden loss of Chip Smallwood, a respected banking executive who passed away…

3 days ago
Proposed Senate Bill 132 Threatens Legal Hemp in AlabamaProposed Senate Bill 132 Threatens Legal Hemp in Alabama

Proposed Senate Bill 132 Threatens Legal Hemp in Alabama

News Summary Alabama's Senate Bill 132, introduced by Senator Tim Melson, seeks to criminalize legal hemp products such as Delta…

4 weeks ago
Local Business Owners Unite Against Proposed Hemp Legislation in AlabamaLocal Business Owners Unite Against Proposed Hemp Legislation in Alabama

Local Business Owners Unite Against Proposed Hemp Legislation in Alabama

News Summary Local business owners in Alabama are rallying against Senate Bill 132, which proposes to criminalize hemp-derived THC products.…

4 weeks ago
Birmingham to Host Major Fundraiser Event Featuring Notable SpeakerBirmingham to Host Major Fundraiser Event Featuring Notable Speaker

Birmingham to Host Major Fundraiser Event Featuring Notable Speaker

News Summary Birmingham is gearing up for the annual 'Evening for Progress' hosted by the Business Council of Alabama on…

1 month ago
Alabama Legislature Considers New Development FundAlabama Legislature Considers New Development Fund

Alabama Legislature Considers New Development Fund

News Summary The Alabama Legislature is reviewing the Alabama Development Fund, endorsed by the Alabama Growth Alliance and supported by…

1 month ago
Tragic Loss in Birmingham: JPMorgan Chase Executive DiesTragic Loss in Birmingham: JPMorgan Chase Executive Dies

Tragic Loss in Birmingham: JPMorgan Chase Executive Dies

News Summary Birmingham mourns the passing of Chip Smallwood, a prominent banking executive with JPMorgan Chase. At 64, his contributions…

1 month ago
Alabama Court Ruling Impacts Corporate Transparency ActAlabama Court Ruling Impacts Corporate Transparency Act

Alabama Court Ruling Impacts Corporate Transparency Act

News Summary A federal judge in Alabama has deemed the Corporate Transparency Act unconstitutional, halting the Treasury Department's enforcement efforts.…

1 month ago
Raymond Harbert Inducted into Alabama Business Hall of FameRaymond Harbert Inducted into Alabama Business Hall of Fame

Raymond Harbert Inducted into Alabama Business Hall of Fame

News Summary Raymond Harbert, son of industrial titan John Harbert, is set for induction into the Alabama Business Hall of…

2 months ago
Alabama Updates: STAR ID Deadline, New Baptist Leader, and Job GrantAlabama Updates: STAR ID Deadline, New Baptist Leader, and Job Grant

Alabama Updates: STAR ID Deadline, New Baptist Leader, and Job Grant

News Summary Alabama is buzzing with important updates including the upcoming STAR ID deadline on May 7, the appointment of…

2 months ago
Alabama Appeals Court Reinstates Corporate Transparency ActAlabama Appeals Court Reinstates Corporate Transparency Act

Alabama Appeals Court Reinstates Corporate Transparency Act

News Summary The Alabama Appeals Court has reinstated the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), requiring small business owners to disclose ownership…

2 months ago