Legislature Alabama House passes bill to reshape the Birmingham Water Works Board SB330 will shift Birmingham Water Works control to a state board, sparking controversy over local governance. Mary Claire WootenMay 2, 2025
News Mayor Woodfin criticizes Trump Executive Order eliminating federal DEI programs The move is reminiscent of Alabama Senate Bill 129, the law signed last year that effectively outlawed all DEI programs at public universities. Alex JobinJanuary 24, 2025
Legislature Birmingham mayor pushes for voter decision on gun permit laws Woodfin is calling for a local vote on gun permits to address rising homicides, urging lawmakers to empower Birmingham residents. Mary Claire WootenNovember 28, 2024
Local news Mayor Woodfin launches commission to address surging gun violence in Birmingham The 19-member advisory commission is tasked with developing strategies to reduce homicides. Alex JobinOctober 16, 2024
Public safety Birmingham looks to expand gun violence intervention program The Birmingham VIP2 has seen high rates of success and low rates of incarceration and retaliation among its clients since 2023. Mary Claire WootenOctober 9, 2024
Local news Birmingham receives $4.2 million grant secured by Sen. Britt for Real Time Crime Center The city of Birmingham will use these funds to purchase additional cameras and install them in high-crime areas. StaffAugust 20, 2024
Legislature Rep. Treadaway: Birmingham, Montgomery police have staffing issues Recently recognized as the “Crime Stopper of the Year,” Rep. Treadaway will sit on a new committee on urban crime. Chance PhillipsJuly 26, 2024
Local news Birmingham mayor on 4/20 promises to pardon those convicted of minor marijuana charges Mayor Randall Woodfin last year pardoned more than 15,000 people convicted of minor marijuana crimes between 1990 and 2020. Eddie BurkhalterApril 21, 2022
Local news Woodfin to bring proposed pay raise for city employees before Birmingham City Council Woodfin will bring the proposal to a committee Monday, with full approval from the council possible as soon as Tuesday. John H. GlennMarch 28, 2022
State Drive Electric Alabama Birmingham launches with EV Showcase Saturday’s showcase included models from Ford, Chevy, Kia, BMW, Tesla, Nissan, Jaguar, Volkswagen and Rivian. StaffMarch 21, 2022