As President Donald Trump takes swift action to restore American energy dominance, Alabama lawmakers are charging ahead with a legislative package designed to strengthen the state’s energy future and economic competitiveness. Last week, the Alabama Senate passed the ‘Powering Growth’ package, a three-bill initiative aimed at modernizing the state’s energy infrastructure, cutting bureaucratic red tape, […]

A new study being led by the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology will help researchers better understand the role genetics and lifestyle play in the development of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

The Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) Board of Trustees has unanimously approved its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan.

The inaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit brought together more than 250 representatives from state agencies, nonprofits, local governments, and the private sector to showcase Alabama’s leadership in outdoor recreation.

Let the competition begin. A group of local entrepreneurs will take the stage Wednesday in Scottsboro to pitch their business ideas with the hope of landing thousands of dollars in funding and resources.

The Huntsville-based provider of advanced engineering solutions was awarded a contract by L3Harris Technologies in support of Next Generation Jammer – Low Band engineering and manufacturing development.

In a groundbreaking move, Alabama-based Pursell Agri-Tech is teaming with Wastech Group, an integrated agricultural and landscaping solutions provider based in Southeast Asia, to establish a state-of-the-art facility in Malaysia dedicated to the production of advanced controlled-release fertilizers.

The Alabama Department of Commerce is joining forces with Alabama-based partners this week at The Battery Show South to highlight the state’s growing presence in the advanced battery and electrification sectors — a strategic move to attract future investment as the Southeast continues to solidify its reputation as the nation’s “Battery Belt.” Held in Atlanta, The […]

Steve Henderson had never driven an electric vehicle before Saturday. But after slipping behind the wheel of an all-electric Chevrolet Silverado pickup provided by Donohoo Chevrolet at Little River Earth Fest in Fort Payne, Henderson walked away with a new appreciation for what an EV can do.

It’s new technology unlocking a new world. How much do you understand artificial intelligence? How much should you understand it? Is it good or bad? And how can it be used to make our lives smarter or more efficient?

It’s a hot commodity for defense contractors and for the nation’s allies, but a Huntsville-made missile is the “Coolest Thing Made in Alabama.” The Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Seeker, manufactured by Boeing in Huntsville, has been crowned the 2025 “Coolest Thing Made in Alabama” following the conclusion of the statewide Manufacturing Madness competition.

Sloss Tech, the Southeast's leading technology and innovation conference, has announced Zack Kass, advisor, futurist, and former Head of Go-To-Market at OpenAI, as one of the featured keynote speakers for its 2025 event. Scheduled for June 25-27 in downtown Birmingham, the conference has now opened general admission ticket sales.

​Alabama's universities are actively developing workforce development programs to equip students with practical skills and real-world experience, enhancing their employability across various industries. These initiatives often involve partnerships with businesses and industry associations, providing students with opportunities to engage in hands-on projects and professional training.

Alabama is set to play a significant role in an upcoming historic space mission, as the United Launch Alliance (ULA) prepares to launch the Dream Chaser, a spacecraft developed by Sierra Space. This mission, aimed at resupplying the International Space Station (ISS), is not only a major milestone for space exploration but also a testament to Alabama's growing presence in the aerospace industry.

 Innovate Alabama is deepening its commitment to fostering innovation and workforce development in rural communities through the launch of two pilot programs: the Alabama Cybersecurity Fellowship and the Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities Program.

TechBirmingham has announced the launch of its first-ever Southeast regional pitch competition, Sloss.Tech/Ideas, with support from the Regions Foundation. The competition will debut as part of the expanded three-day Sloss Tech conference beginning June 25.

Alabama Power has announced that the former Plant Gorgas site in Walker County, which served the region for over a century, will be the location of the state's first-ever full utility-scale battery storage system.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries, businesses, and how we live our daily lives. From streamlining operations to improving services, AI’s potential to enhance local government functions is an exciting prospect for Opelika. As mayor, I am eager to explore how we can responsibly and effectively integrate AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and […]

A groundbreaking forensic tool has been successfully used in Jefferson County to solve a decades-old mystery, leading to the identification of a man who went missing in 1999. Darryl Moneyham, a 38-year-old Birmingham native, had been missing for more than two decades before authorities confirmed his identity through forensic genetic genealogy. Forensic genetic genealogy (FGG) […]

The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce announced that Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) continues to invest in its workforce with major initiatives aimed at enhancing team members’ well-being. The company recently celebrated the grand opening of its $14 million Care Center, reinforcing its dedication to employee health and workplace support. This milestone follows the March 2024 launch of TOOTRiS, an employer-sponsored […]

Innovate Alabama is continuing to foster a culture of progress and success in the state's business community through grant funding. The organization announced late last week that it has now selected 58 companies from across the state to receive a portion of an almost $15 million endowment. 

Mach 5 is the name of the car in the “Speed Racer” anime series. It’s also the target speed of a ground-breaking UAS project by a pair of Huntsville companies. Cummings Aerospace and ATRX have signed an agreement to integrate ATRX’s high-speed turbo-rocket onto a proven airframe from Cummings Aerospace with the goal of developing […]

Auburn University is leveraging this advanced technology to create a more engaging experience for fans and enhance performance on the field. WBRC has reported that before the Auburn Tigers take the field at Jordan-Hare Stadium, fans are treated to an exciting hype video that features head coach Hugh Freeze and the players walking through a snowy landscape.

A fifth-grade teacher at Gilliard Elementary in Mobile recently received one of the highest honors in education, the prestigious Milken Educator Award. Mary Travis was surprised with the award during an assembly, assuming that she was attending a routine school event.