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.
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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.
Indict or Charge: JeffCo Commissioners Say Either Way, It’s Not Their Lane
A visitor passing time sat in a commission meeting and then thrust upon them the idea they might be party to violating the constitutional rights of capital murder suspects.
40% of Water Lost to Leaks, New Birmingham Water Works Board Learns
New water board members met in their first work session Monday and learned more about the utility’s projects and problems.
New Water Board Declares Decision To Sell Utility’s Assets to Birmingham Invalid, Sets Meeting Schedule
A new regional board over the Birmingham Water Works, created by a new law signed last week, met for the first time Wednesday.