Author: Virginia Martin
Polls Ran Smoothly in Tuesday’s Voting
Even the temporarily recombined polling place at Hunter Street Baptist did not form long lines.
BW Recommends | May 17, 2026
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.
Nearly a Year After Restructuring, CAW Presents Mixed Financial Outlook
S&P removed it from CreditWatch, expenses are down but so are revenues.
Birmingham Entertainment Security Ordinance Pulled Back Following Concerns of Impact on Businesses
A council committee will reconsider details of the proposal.
BW Recommends | May 10, 2026
SELC Calls on City to Maintain Data Center Provisions
The law center is pushing for the city to maintain a special exception provision — and the public hearings that go with it.
