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Government
Northern Beltline Is More Than a Pipe Dream, JeffCo Commissioners Told
Transportation exec details benefits of Northern Beltline.
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Government
Alexander, Tate Take the Helm as New Birmingham Council Sworn In
Three new members and two new leaders were seated Tuesday.
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Economy
Magic City Classic Makes It Rain Across the Birmingham Area
The annual rivalry game draws thousands of fans to the area — and its hotels, restaurants and stores — for almost a week of festivities.
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Environment
Purdy Dam Foundation Not Strong Enough to Support Rehab, Must Be Stabilized
Central Alabama Water plans deep foundation to stabilize the dam before continuing rehab project; learns no dye test conducted to test seepage since the 1980s.
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Government
Birmingham City Council Passes Long-Awaited Tree Ordinance in Valerie Abbott’s Name
On her final day in office, Birmingham Councilor Abbott sees passage of “Abbott’s Law,” which grants the Tree Commission real authority to manage and protect the city’s greenery.
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Culture
Thousands Rally in Birmingham as Part of No Kings Protests
They gathered in RailRoad Park to protest Trump policies and spread a prodemocracy, antiauthoritarian message.
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Culture
‘Birmingham’s Front Lawn’ Brings Together the Dreamers Who Built Railroad Park
A documentary premiered Thursday night, but watching “Birmingham’s Front Lawn: 15 Years of Railroad Park” was more like family movie night.
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Government
Capital Cuts Loom as Water Works Struggles to Balance 2026 Budget
Budget constraints could threaten plans for an automated-meter-reading system, replacement of aging pipelines and lead lines, and the rehabilitation of the Lake Purdy dam.
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Education
Penny Games to Showcase Intellectual Sports
The debate event spotlights Birmingham as a tech hub where young people can build their careers.
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Culture
Railroad Park Celebrates 15 Years as Birmingham’s ‘Front Lawn’
The park is credited with sparking commercial and residential growth in Birmingham’s downtown area.
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Government
Birmingham City Council OKs Law to Allow Foreclosures on Nuisance Properties
City leaders say the measure is aimed at helping revitalize neighborhoods by clearing more dilapidated properties.
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Culture
Birmingham CrossPlex Introduces Alabama’s First KultureCity Sensory Pod
The pod offers a quiet, calming space for patrons experiencing sensory overload.
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Government
2026 Water Rate Increase Unlikely, Financial Consultant Says
A state law requires the water works board to have a consulting engineer review rate changes, and the board hasn’t yet hired one.
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Government
JeffCo’s Pay-As-You-Go Spending Keeps Budget In Check
The county commission is considering a budget just shy of $1 billion.
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Government
Birmingham Releases 5-Year Plan for Spending Federal Housing, Community Development Dollars
The city is focusing on programs to bolster its affordable housing inventory, reduce homelessness and poverty and ramp up community development.
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City of Birmingham Regional Water Works
Birmingham’s Water Line Work Can Temporarily Increase Lead Levels in Some Tap Water
Also read:
Legal, Funding Questions Surround Mandate To Replace Lead Water Lines,
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Government
Is there lead in your water?
Here’s what to do if your home or business is one of about 40,000 in the Birmingham area served by pipelines made of lead, galvanized or unknown materials.
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Government
Woodfin Names New Birmingham Leadership Team Ahead of Nov. 25 Term Start
Key leaders from his current administration will be returning, but some are in new roles.
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Culture
Nation’s Oldest Veterans Day Parade to March Through Downtown Birmingham
Tuesday will be the 78th year for the parade honoring men and women who have served.
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Government
Silence Is Sour for Applicant as Zoning Request for Storage Facility Dies
Scotty Prince says his dream died for lack of a motion.
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Government
Birmingham Approves $1 Million in Emergency Food Aid for SNAP Recipients
As the government shutdown halts SNAP funding, the Birmingham City Council partners with United Way to provide relief for thousands of local residents struggling to put food on the table.
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Economy
SNAP Suspension Could Escalate Hunger Crisis in Birmingham, Food Bank Leaders Warn
“We’re actually treating this like a disaster,” food bank executive said.
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Government
CAW Reaches $2.4 Million Settlement Over Lawyer’s Firing
The water works agrees in the settlement to honor Mark Parnell’s contract.
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Government
Birmingham Council OKs $265K Lease for Space on Former Ramsay-McCormack Site in Ensley
The space could include a police substation and city services.
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Government
Stings and Bites: JeffCo Commissioners Exchange Classic Quips in Bessemer Meeting
They also OK’d a tax abatement to lure an industrial supplier.
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Government
Water Works Board Members Say They’ve Been Left Out of CEO Search
The board members appointed by city officials say they have not been looped into conversations about candidates for the $650,000+ post.
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Government
Judge Dismisses Challenge to Womack’s School Board Win
He said the lawsuit was filed too late to be considered.
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Government
Appeals Court Presses Pause on JeffCo Redistricting Case
The ruling allows Jefferson County to continue with next year’s election under current district maps.
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Government
Birmingham Council Greenlights $547K Contract With Freshwater Land Trust for Trail Development
Work on the trail would connect trails in Birmingham and Mountain Brook along Shades Creek.
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Government
Birmingham Seeks Developers for Hospitality Project at Former Trinity Church Site
City leaders invite proposals for a new hotel and mixed-use development near the BJCC.
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Government
City Makes a Stake in Blazers Tix
$200,000 purchase aimed at supporting UAB football and tourism industry.
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BirminghamWatch
BirminghamWatch Celebrates 10 Years of Coverage
BirminghamWatch executive editor André Natta recognizes the publication’s upcoming tenth anniversary on Sept. 27 and asks for input as it prepares to evolve into a resource for the city’s civically curious.
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