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3h ago | News, | By Claire Harrison

July jobs report: unemployment was up, labor force participation was down

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose two tenths of a point from June to July, according to preliminary data released by the Alabama Department of Workforce on Friday. July’s rate of 3.4% was up from June’s rate of 3.2%. That represents 79,345 unemployed people in July, compared to 76,589 people looking for […]

July jobs report: unemployment was up, labor force participation was down

3h ago | News, | By Claire Harrison

Capitol Journal – August 21, 2026

4h ago | Capitol Journal, News, | By Todd Stacy

Did you catch Capitol Journal this week? We’re back in the studio covering the latest in Alabama government and politics. I even have my desk back. Randy Scott brings us the latest from the Jackson Hospital saga. Members of Congress are spending their August recess getting feedback from constituents. Jeff Sanders takes us to the […]

Capitol Journal – August 21, 2026

4h ago | Capitol Journal, News, | By Todd Stacy

What to know about Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canadian goods that just went into effect

4h ago | News, | By Associated Press

The growing trade sanctions on Canada underscore Trump’s willingness to risk breaking established alliances. And Canada’s reluctance to accept a deal may reflect recent experience.

What to know about Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canadian goods that just went into effect

4h ago | News, | By Associated Press

The growing trade sanctions on Canada underscore Trump’s willingness to risk breaking established alliances. And Canada’s reluctance to accept a deal may reflect recent experience.

Trump leads the IndyCar prerace in the Beast before cars zoom through Washington’s streets

4h ago | News, | By Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — For once, things will be moving quickly in the nation’s capital as Washington hosts an IndyCar race through its streets. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump made the short drive Sunday afternoon to the course of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, where cars will whip through the city’s downtown, including a stretch along Pennsylvania […]