Author: Virginia Martin
Leading Mayoral Candidates Trade Insults in Debate
Incumbent Mayor Randall Woodfin’s administration was a frequent target in Tuesday’s debate, sponsored by WJLD.
James-Johnson Dares To Dream ‘The Impossible Dream’ of Being City’s First Elected Black Female Mayor
The candidate says she knows what it is to be among the ‘least of them’ and wants to help fix the communities.
Water Works Board May Ask for Guidance on Support for H2O Foundation
The water works board may ask for an AG’s opinion after lawyers said a law restructuring the board bars it from giving money to the foundation that helps low-income residents pay water bills.
PARCA Report Sharpens Picture on Birmingham’s Homicide Drop
A report by the Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama highlights lower homicide rates in Birmingham and Jefferson County.
West End High Alumni Celebrate Historic School
Alumni of West End High School used to gather for an annual picnic after the school closed in 2008, and that event grew to a week-long celebration every year.
Birmingham Council Approves Emergency Bids for Weed Cutting After Heavy Rains
The city is catching up after unusually heavy rainfall this summer hampered work to cut overgrowth on nuisance properties.
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Russell Aims for Power Seat in Aug. 26 Election, Wants to Return Birmingham to No. 1
David Russell is running for the mayor’s seat with plans to bolster western areas, rebuild population.
Golden-Buzzer Choir Shows JeffCo Commission Why It Was Lifted to the Top
The Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir, which earned the golden buzzer from judge Simon Cowell to send it to the live telecasts for the “America’s Got Talent” competition show, dropped in for a visit with the Jefferson County Commission.
Birmingham Council OKs $12.7M in Street Repaving
The council accepted three bids from Dunn Construction Co.
