Author: Virginia Martin
Glock Switch Ban Aims to Help Birmingham Address Violent Crime
Effects of gun violence still ripple through Five Points South.
Birmingham Council Delays Vote on Additional Police Cameras Citing Cost Concerns
The mayor proposes adding 100 more surveillance cameras to watch the city.
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Sloss Tech Draws Record Attendance
An organizer of the Sloss Tech conference said this year’s event was larger, offered more and covered more venues than in previous years.
Nippon/US Steel Merger Means Big Things in Store for JeffCo, Surrounding Area, Commission President Says
Jimmie Stephens said merger will mean jobs, major investments in the Fairfield area.
Real Life Heroes Descend on Central Alabama for World Police & Fire Games
Eight thousand first responders from nearly 80 countries are participating in the 10-day sports competition that begins Friday at the BJCC.
Government Specialty: Lying About War
Cutting through the propaganda is the job of journalists.
Birmingham Water Works Board Changes Name, Will Do Business as Central Alabama Water
The board over the embattled water utility renamed it the City of Birmingham Regional Water Works, which will operate as Central Alabama Water.
Birmingham Councilors Approve Budget, Cite Need for More Detailed Discussions
The budget includes major spending increases for youth services, homeless outreach, public safety and neighborhood blight.
Coroner’s Office Heading to New Home
The Jefferson County coroner talked about moving into his new, bigger office with the County Commission.
