Municipal elections Mountain Brook council candidate faces controversy over controversial post history Christopher Powanda has received criticism over past social media posts perpetuating falsehoods and misinformation concerning the 2020 election. John H. GlennAugust 16, 2022
Opinion Opinion | Land-use decisions are made by local officials, not ADEM The local route — calling on local officials and holding them accountable — is often the best path for citizens to get what they... Lance LeFleurNovember 17, 2021
Local news Mobile City Council President Rev. Levon Manzie has died Mobile City Council President Rev. Levan Manzie died unexpectedly. Brandon MoseleySeptember 22, 2021
Local news Montgomery council members had non-discrimination ordinance before voting it down Two council members said they voted no because the measure was rushed and they needed time. The emails say they had a month. Josh MoonAugust 20, 2021
Local news Montgomery City Council blocks anti-discrimination ordinance, Mayor Reed issues warning The ordinance would have offered protections and prohibited discrimination on the basis of race, gender, age, sexual orientation and gender identity. Josh MoonAugust 18, 2021
Elections Cynthia Lee Almond to run for Alabama House District 63 She recently completed 16 years on the Tuscaloosa City Council, having served the last 4 years as council president. Brandon MoseleyJuly 22, 2021
Local news Birmingham City Council approves Woodfin’s 2022 budget The council approved the budget on an 8 to 0 vote. Brandon MoseleyJune 30, 2021
Municipal elections Woodfin expands lead, Scales poised to be second choice Scales has increased her numbers over the past month to 19 percent of voters. StaffJune 24, 2021
Local news Birmingham City Council supports higher pay for city employees The Birmingham City Council on Tuesday approved a one-time premium payment of $5,000 for city employees. Brandon MoseleyJune 2, 2021
Municipal elections Qualifying begins for Montgomery City Council special election City Council District 1 became vacant after the death of three-term Montgomery City Councilman Richard Bollinger. Brandon MoseleyMay 11, 2021