Oxmoor Leader Alleges Police Harassment After Data Center Lawsuit
One of the residents who sued to block the Nebius data center says police stopped her without cause to intimidate her.
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Scales, Pettway Cruise to Easy Democratic Primary Wins
Results in JeffCo races Tuesday.
Four Incumbent Legislators Fall in Tuesday’s Primaries
Givan, Datcher, Carns and Roberts appear to have lost bids to return to the Legislature, according to unofficial vote totals.
Woodfin Proposes $615 Million Budget With Major Investments in Transit, Violence Prevention
The council will hold a public hearing on the spending plan June 3 at 5:30 p.m. in the council’s chambers.
Polls Ran Smoothly in Tuesday’s Voting
Even the temporarily recombined polling place at Hunter Street Baptist did not form long lines.
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Healing and Legacy Continue in Gardens at Princeton Hospital
Former Birmingham City Councilor Carole Smitherman, with her daughter, current Councilor Crystal Smitherman, and the tree they planted at what is now Princeton Healing Gardens.
Races for Sheriff, Legislative Seats Join Statewide Offices on Tuesday’s Ballot
Polls will be open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for voters to take part in either the Republican or Democratic primary.
Journalism Education Must Teach More Than Shiny New Things
How some Birmingham newsrooms are using AI.
City Sets Public Hearing on Data Centers, Town Halls on ADUs
Residents will have a chance to share their views in meetings next week.