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Economy
McCalla Residents Get Their Wish as Request to Rezone for Development Denied
Jefferson County commissioners killed the proposal by deciding not to bring it for a vote. Read more.
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Health Care
Inmate Health Care Initiatives Produce Savings at Jefferson County Jail
The Sheriff’s Department has added a second shift nurse practitioner, dialysis treatments and the ability to do more testing in-house. Read more.
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Jefferson County Commission
Growth in West JeffCo Spurs Residential Development in McCalla
Two proposed residential developments in the McCalla area were moved to the agenda for the Jefferson County Commission’s meeting Thursday. Read more.
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Public Safety
Data-Driven Partnership To Tackle Root Causes of Violence in Jefferson County
The Birmingham-Jefferson County Justice Governance Partnership brings together public, nonprofit and private representatives to analyze causes of violence and make plans to address them in neighborhoods. Read more.
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Transportation
BJCTA Prepares to Launch Low-Cost Rideshare Service on West Side
The western route will be the third expansion of the Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority’s microtransit options, joining services to eastern and central zones. Read more.
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Birmingham City Council
Birmingham Council Approves $600K Incentive to Get Fresh Produce Back in Woodland Park
The measure is part of an ongoing effort to provide access to fresh produce in Birmingham’s food deserts. Read more.
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Environment
A Place for Open Space: Residents Hear About Ordinance That Establishes Open Space Districts
City staffers briefed the public on three new planned districts for differing levels of parks and open spaces. Read more.
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Birmingham City Council
Birmingham Council Approves $2.6M for Homeless Shelters, Services
Two programs have plans to provide micro-shelters and services to help residents experiencing homelessness build better lives. Read more.
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Economy
Woodlawn United, REV Set Sights on First Avenue South Lot for Woodlawn Redevelopment
A request to demolish a rundown Woodlawn business is the next step in a plan for residential and commercial development near the bus rapid transit station. Read more.
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City of Birmingham
City Launches New Website
Birmingham officials say the new version offers easier access and enhanced search capabilities. Read more.
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Election 2026
Stephens Seeking Another Term on the Jefferson County Commission
The 73-year-old commission president, who is undergoing cancer surgery on Thursday, said that if he serves another term, he would be almost old enough to run for president. Read more.
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Birmingham City Council
Birmingham Council Approves $1.8M Bid for HVAC Repairs to Highland Park Pro Shop
Councilor Valerie Abbott said she was “appalled” by the price; city staff said only one company bid on the project. Read more.
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Jefferson County Commission
Judge Considering Testimony in Trial Over Jefferson County Commission Districts
UPDATED — If a judge rules that districts were gerrymandered, it could change the political landscape of the commission. Read more.
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