Another phony story. But (surprise!) some people still trust the media
No, there was not a ‘ghost paper’ eating Alabama media outlets.
Virginia Martin
Birmingham City Council Approves Security Protection for Officials and Their Families
Officials can request protection if they are under threat.
JeffCo Looks To Be a ‘Good Partner’ With Birmingham Gateway Project
The county plans to continue support for the gateways but wants something for City Walk too.
BW Recommends | July 5, 2026
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Birmingham City Council Backs Multi-City Child Abuse Investigation Partnership
Also OKs applying for grant to fund Fountain Heights historic survey.
Council OKs Mayor’s $615 Million Spending Plan
The budget increases money for transportation, violence prevention programs and homeless outreach services.
Cooling Stations Open for Relief From Extreme Heat
The area is under a heat advisory through Thursday.
New Lawsuit Against Nebius Data Center Challenges Validity of Regs and Decisions
A judge will be hearing a request to stop work on the project while a trial is held.
BW Recommends | June 28, 2026
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JeffCo Pumps the Brakes on a Data Center Moratorium
Still says no centers until new regs are written but worries about discouraging other industrial development.