Dr. Ragieb Hasan is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at UAB. He said social media is the main platform scammers use, and they are evolving to make their scams more believable.
While students all around enjoy spring break, it isn’t time off for everyone. It’s a busy time for some businesses, but it can be a struggle if they don’t have enough employees.
Elevating Black business owners to hero status was one of Bob Dickerson’s goals for this year’s A.G. Gaston Conference at the BJCC. Nearly 700 people attended on February 21 and 22 to hear from those who are on the come-up or creating conditions to pull others up.
On Feb. 23, Prosper rolled out an operation backing Black businesses, which seeks to help people in various stages, from those trying to expand existing business to those who just have an idea.
The 2023 National Outstanding Young Farmers Awards Congress was held Feb. 16-19 in Appleton, Wisconsin. Two of the winners, Jon and Amy Hegeman, are Alabama Natives.
Some good news about the economy and your money! The prices manufacturers pay to make goods before they sell them to you are going down—and experts said that could be a sign inflation is cooling.
Poppa G's Billiards is opening a new location at Campus 124 in Pelham after a fire destroyed their previous home on Chandalar Place Drive earlier this year.
On Monday night, Dec. 5, a Leeds City Councilman posed pointed questions during a packed meeting about how the city spent tens of thousands of tax dollars.
If you’re looking for great deals today, some exercise equipment is half off. at Academy Sports and Outdoors. Prices are discounted on shoes, sunglasses, and many other items.
Investing might seem daunting, but it could bring you rewards later on. Inflation might be making your budget tight, but now is actually the perfect time to start investing.
New census data shows more seniors are now living in poverty and a third of older adults in Alabama rely completely on social security for their monthly income.
Beginning in December, the typical Alabama Power residential customer bill will increase by about $10 a month to cover the higher cost of fuel used to generate electricity.
Today local leaders voted to make a big step in creating a new amphitheater in Birmingham. The Greater Birmingham Area Visitors Bureau tells WBRC this really is a huge first step to the $50 million venue.
The City of Clanton will soon have an economic developer to take charge of the growth happening in the city. The city council approved the full-time position on Monday, and they’re already working to get it filled.
Do you have mounting credit card debt? You aren't alone. Many people relying more on credit cards to pay off essentials. How can you manage that debt? We’re On Your Side with a few ways to get it under control.
The block party will feature reps from the BHM Legion, BHM Stallions, and BHM Squadron as well as benefit all the shops and restaurants, highlighting each location’s cuisine and atmosphere.
In August, Joy King added her fourth bus, the Incognito Mobile Cigar Lounge. While she welcomes women who want to light up, her focus is on men who want to have a grown-up good time.
Both Home Depot and Utz Brands have purchased property with plans to open distribution warehouses. Utz has already begun plans for a 90,000 sq ft warehouse.
Fairview community president Adlai Trone says the center will bring positive energy. “It’s going to be a tremendous asset to the neighborhood one, but the community at large most importantly.”
Stacker compiled the highest paying jobs for high school graduates in Anniston-Oxford-Jacksonville, AL using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
There’s new frustration from some local World Games vendors. One vendor feels the World Games overpromised and underdelivered to the vendors. She’s now in the hole tens of thousands of dollars.
The National Business League is partnering with Tuskegee University to bring one million black-owned businesses into the digital marketplace by the year 2028.
Six business groups in Shelby County; Calera main street, Chelsea business alliance, Columbiana main street, Montevallo chamber of commerce, Montevallo main street and The Shelby County chamber are collaborating to recognize tourism and recreation businesses that excel each and every day in Shelby County.
The Associated Press says economic analyses of the proposal suggests the bill itself won’t bring down inflation, at least in the time being. They add the legislation won’t directly address some of the main price drivers like gas, food, and rent.
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