Sewell, Palmer Returned to Congress
The two Congress members who represent parts of Jefferson County – Terri Sewell and Gary Palmer – were returned to their seats in Tuesday’s election. Read more.
2024 Election
Blanchard and Moore Claim Probate Judgeships, Democrats Take Most Contested County Races
In a decisive show of support, Jefferson County voters have elected two Democrats, Jameria Johnson Moore and Yashiba “Red” Blanchard, as their next probate judges. Read more.
72-Year-Old Casts His First Ballot
Jeremiah Pearson arrived at Robinson Elementary School at 6:30 this morning to cast his ballot. But his experience was different from many. At age 72, he was voting for the first time after having had his right to vote restored last month. Read more.
Polls Get Crowded as Voters Weigh In on Presidential, Congressional and Other Races
“Turnout’s really high,” Probate Judge James Naftel II said as lines of voters snaked their way across parking lots and down corridors at polling places today. Read more.
Today is the Deadline to Register to Vote
You can register for the Nov. 5 election online or in person. Read more.
Datcher Overwhelming Victor in Special Election for State House District 52
Democrat Kelvin Datcher will be headed to Montgomery after Tuesday’s win against Erskine Brown Jr. Read more.
Special Election Set for Tuesday in House District 52 Race
Voters in House District 52 will decide Tuesday who will complete the term of former Rep. John Rogers following his corruption guilty plea. Read more.
Fall 2024 Voter Guide
Election season officially is in swing. Voters will be choosing a slate of judges, board of education members and county officials in addition to the federal races. Get the information you need now to prepare for the election in the BirminghamWatch Voter Guide, including candidate profiles, a sample ballot and voting details. Read more.
Republicans Nominate Brown in House District 52 Race
It appears there will be an election to determine who will fill the District 52 seat in the Alabama House of Representatives. Read more.
Democratic Nominee Kelvin Datcher Could Sidestep General Election and Go Straight to the House
Kelvin Datcher will find out by the end of the month whether he’ll face a Republican opponent in the Oct. 1 general election for House of Representatives District 52 or be named to the position early. Read more.