Author: Virginia Martin
One Thing Conservatives Agree On: The ‘Liberal Bias’ Media
A UA assistant professor’s book looks at the long-standing conservative movement against the press.
Council Hears of Medical Waste Facility Planned in Kingston
A vote on the plan is expected next week.
JeffCo Gets Its Third Straight Clean Bill of Financial Health From Auditors
It’s a stark difference from the days of bankruptcy in the state’s largest county.
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Judge Refuses Emergency Action in Water Works Case
She will hear arguments in the case that seeks to overturn the state’s restructuring of the utility.
New Micro-Shelter Village Offers 14 Homes and Support
The village is the newest component in the city’s battle against homelessness.
Birmingham Approves $31.8M Surplus Plan for Infrastructure, Civil Rights Projects and Youth Programs
The money is left over from the 2024 budget year.
Judge to CAW: Resume Fluoridation
A judge ruled CAW violated a state law that requires notice to the health officer before changes to fluoride in drinking water.
City Reacquaints Residents With Reinvest Birmingham as Plan Moves Forward
A series of neighborhood meetings on the plan begins this week.
Judge to Weigh In on Request to Restrain Water Utility
The judge is expected to respond this week to a request that could undo recent actions at CAW and limit future moves.
