List of newspapers in Alabama(United States of America)
- Birmingham News (web site)
- Press-Register (web site)
- Huntsville Times(web site)
- Montgomery Advertiser (web site)
- Tuscaloosa News (web site)
- Dothan Eagle (web site)
- TimesDaily (web site)
- Cullman Times (web site)
- Anniston Star (web site)
- Gadsden Times (web site)
- Decatur Daily (web site)
From the American Civil War until World War II, Alabama, like many Southern states, suffered economic hardship, in part because of continued dependence on agriculture. Despite the growth of major industries and urban centers, white rural interests dominated the state legislature until the 1960s, while urban interests and African Americans were under-represented.
Following World War II, Alabama experienced growth as the economy of the state transitioned from one primarily based on agriculture to one with diversified interests. The establishment or expansion of multiple United States Armed Forces installations added to the state economy and helped bridge the gap between an agricultural and industrial economy during the mid-20th century. The state economy in the 21st century is dependent on management, automotive, finance, manufacturing, aerospace, mineral extraction, healthcare, education, retail, and technology.