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Category: Government

Data-Driven Partnership To Tackle Root Causes of Violence in Jefferson County

Olivia McMurrey, January 30, 2025

The Birmingham-Jefferson County Justice Governance Partnership brings together public, nonprofit and private representatives to analyze causes of violence and make plans to address them in neighborhoods. Read more.

City Launches New Website

Daniel Gaddy, January 30, 2025

Screenshot of the City of Birmingham's website from Jan. 30, 2025.

Birmingham officials say the new version offers easier access and enhanced search capabilities. Read more.

BJCTA Prepares to Launch Low-Cost Rideshare Service on West Side

Olivia McMurrey, January 29, 2025

The western route will be the third expansion of the Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority’s microtransit options, joining services to eastern and central zones. Read more.

Birmingham Council Approves $1.8M Bid for HVAC Repairs to Highland Park Pro Shop

Daniel Gaddy, January 28, 2025

Exterior of the Highland Park Golf Course clubhouse on Jan. 29, 2025. (Photo by Solomon Crenshaw, Jr.)

Councilor Valerie Abbott said she was “appalled” by the price; city staff said only one company bid on the project. Read more.

Commission President’s Health to Take a Toll on Attendance

Solomon Crenshaw Jr., January 23, 2025

Jimmie Stephens said his cancer treatments are ramping up for the next month or so. Read more.

Birmingham Council Approves $600K Incentive to Get Fresh Produce Back in Woodland Park

Daniel Gaddy, January 21, 2025

The site of the former Save A Lot location at Heritage Town Center taken Jan. 22, 2025.

The measure is part of an ongoing effort to provide access to fresh produce in Birmingham’s food deserts. Read more.

Tyson Questions the Work of Shelters and Presence of Homeless in Her District

Solomon Crenshaw Jr., January 21, 2025

Tyson said she’s seen an increase in homelessness in her district and asked for reports on where homeless shelters are spending the county’s money. Read more.

Birmingham Water Works Considers New Meter-Testing Equipment

Olivia McMurrey, January 17, 2025

The current equipment is old and incompatible with a planned new meter-reading system. Replacing it would cost $1.2 million with additional operational costs of more than $1.8 million over five years. Read more.