Courts Jefferson County DA: Toforest Johnson conviction “cannot be justified” Johnson's death sentence has attracted attention from several notable people, all calling for him to be released or a new trial granted. Josh MoonMay 21, 2024
State Union ratifies new contract with Jefferson County coal mining company Two local unions ratified a new agreement with a mining company accused of contributing to a man’s death in March. Chance PhillipsMay 8, 2024
Elections Democrats nominate Travis Hendrix for House District 55 race With no Republican opponent, Hendrix is all but guaranteed to win the seat. Jacob HolmesOctober 25, 2023
State I-22 in Jefferson County named “Congressman Spencer Bachus Highway” The interstate opened to drivers in 2015 and is one of the most significant road projects in Alabama history. StaffSeptember 29, 2023
Municipal elections Bolin beats Silverstein for Jefferson County Commission seat The race was technically nonpartisan, but Bolin framed himself as a strong Republican. Samuel StettheimerJuly 19, 2023
News Opinion | Political potpourri The 2024 candidates for some open state judicial posts have been stirring around all year, and also candidates for next year’s local elections. Steve FlowersJuly 5, 2023
State State, federal law enforcement raid 14 casinos in Jefferson County The Alabama AG's Office obtained temporary restraining orders against the casinos, closing them for at least the near future. Josh MoonApril 13, 2023
News Black voters, organizations sue Jefferson County for racial gerrymandering Alabama continues to be a hotbed for redistricting litigation, most notably the U.S. Supreme Court Case Merrill v. Milligan. Patrick DarringtonApril 10, 2023
State RESTORE Juvenile Reentry Program has launched The program is expected to serve 120 juveniles over a 12-month period. StaffMarch 2, 2023
Health Ivey attends ribbon-cutting ceremony for Craig Crisis Care Center A crisis center is a location to serve those with mental illness or substance use disorders. John H. GlennJanuary 25, 2023