Local news Mayor Woodfin proposes $615 million budget for Birmingham The spending plan prioritized neighborhood repairs, youth programs, transit, public safety and raises as it moved to the City Council. Jacob Holmes4 days ago
Municipal elections Birmingham Mayor Woodfin to be sworn in for third term at end of month After a reelection victory, Woodfin reflected on eight years of service and the challenges ahead for Birmingham. Alex JobinNovember 13, 2025
Local news Mayor Woodfin announces leadership team for third term Woodfin reappointed key members and introduced three new leaders, focusing on neighborhood revitalization, public safety, economic opportunity and education. StaffNovember 11, 2025
Local news Birmingham approves emergency SNAP aid during ongoing government shutdown The Birmingham City Council approved Mayor Randall Woodfin's proposal to offer food assistance to residents as the government shutdown halts benefits. Mary Claire WootenNovember 5, 2025
Local news Mayor Steven Reed to represent Montgomery at Global Smart City Expo in Barcelona Reed will join a U.S. delegation at the Smart City Expo in Barcelona, engaging in discussions on urban innovation and inclusive city-building. StaffNovember 4, 2025
Local news Birmingham commits $1M toward emergency relief for SNAP families Mayor Woodfin proposed $1 million in emergency aid and a citywide food drive to help the 23,000 Birmingham residents losing SNAP benefits. Mary Claire WootenOctober 31, 2025
Local news Following rightwing uproar, Watkins Jr. bows out in Montgomery Following several days of turmoil over his selection as Montgomery's director of small and minority business, Donald Watkins Jr. is backing out. Josh MoonOctober 30, 2025
Local news Gov. Ivey, ABC Board consider new alcohol rules after Montgomery shooting Ivey and the ABC Board proposed new alcohol restrictions to prohibit off-premise alcohol consumption and new safety measures. Mary Claire WootenOctober 29, 2025
Local news Lee County sheriff terminates deputy running against him Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones made it clear that he was terminating the deputy for announcing his candidacy for sheriff. Josh MoonOctober 27, 2025
Local news Montgomery council overrides veto, amends resolution to fund Jackson Hospital While the council overrode the veto, it also adjusted the resolution to honor some of Mayor Steven Reed's requests. Jacob HolmesOctober 24, 2025
Municipal elections Alabama Arise hosts webinar series detailing impacts of Republican “Big Beautiful Bill” The first session detailed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, threatening healthcare, food security, and rural hospitals for Alabama families. Alex JobinOctober 23, 2025