Jefferson County Fights Clock and Court in Redistricting Battle
The county argued that it’s too late in the political cycle to change the district maps now, and doing so could block some potential candidates from running for the commission.
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If It Ain’t Broke: JeffCo Urges Against Changes in Online Tax Revenue Distribution
The County Commission also passed a new zoning ordinance that adds housing types and encourages redevelopment to limit suburban sprawl.
Water Works Plans Job, Raise Freezes to Offset Rising Legal and Material Costs in 2026
The board over the water works is grappling with budget cuts after being told they likely won’t be able to raise rates next year.
JeffCo Poised to Adopt Comprehensive Land Use and Zoning Update
The new plan is to be considered in Thursday’s meeting.
Gunn, Smith, Tate, Others Claim Victory in Birmingham Runoffs
Voters made final selections for the City Council and Board of Education in Tuesday’s runoff election.
Birmingham Seeks Developers for Hospitality Project at Former Trinity Church Site
City leaders invite proposals for a new hotel and mixed-use development near the BJCC.
Board Approves New Central Alabama Water Logo
The water drop image illustrates the five counties served by the water works.
Birmingham Design Review | September 2025
BirminghamWatch is keeping tabs on the City of Birmingham’s Design Review Committee, which meets twice monthly to review plans for work at sites in established commercial revitalization districts and local historic districts. From agendas and meeting results to important discussions and process changes, we hope you’ll find this coverage helpful in staying civically engaged. Here
Fooling Journalists Is Funny … If You Like Dark Humor
Hoaxes aren’t new, but the danger may be worse these days because there no longer are limits on lying, grifting and hating the news media.
BW Recommends | Oct. 5, 2025
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