Residents Ask for More Investment in Parks, Infrastructure at Budget Hearing
The City Council is discussing the $591 million budget proposed last month by Mayor Randall Woodfin.
Government
Sheriff’s Spokesman Recalls the Day He Could Have Been Killed
Wayne Rogers, spokesman for the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department, was a 17-year-old bank teller when his branch was robbed.
‘Keep Doing What You’re Doing,’ JefCoEd Superintendent Tells Commission
Walter Gonsoulin, who was named national Superintendent of the Year, touted the Jefferson County Commission’s support of the JefCoEd Foundation.
Birmingham Homicides Dropped by Nearly Half in the First 5 Months of 2025
Birmingham officials touted decreased homicides and increased police recruitment during Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Council budget hearing set for Wednesday afternoon.
Birmingham Nonprofits Urge Opposition to Federal Cuts in Food, Health Care Assistance
The federal budget bill could cut food assistance for nearly 800,000 Alabamians and hike health care costs for tens of thousands, speakers said in a town hall.
‘We’re Done’: Hallmark Farm Cooperative Set To Dissolve After JeffCo Ratifies Board Action
The Hallmark Farms property near Warrior has been sold to be developed as a state farm center.
New Water Works Board Cuts Ties With Long-Time Lawyer
The new Birmingham Water Works Board voided a contract approved at the 11th hour by the former board that made the Water Works’ long-time outside attorney an employee.
Birmingham Council Approves $50K Loan for Lakeview Moe’s BBQ Facelift
The forgivable loan was approved for work to improve the exterior of the restaurant.
JeffCo Approves Collection of Storm Debris
Jefferson County will pick up vegetative storm debris in unincorporated areas.
Mayor Presents Budget With Increases for Youth Services, Neighborhood Revitalization, Homeless Outreach
City Councilors asked for more details and set a public budget hearing for June 4.