Elections Alabama Democrats dismiss Givan’s challenge to Lumpkin’s eligibility Givan harshly criticized the contest committee’s decision and continues to actively pursue a separate lawsuit challenging Lumpkin’s eligibility. Chance PhillipsJune 18, 2026
Elections Alicia Escott Lumpkin unseats Givan in District 60 Democratic primary The longtime city employee credits grassroots volunteers and door-to-door outreach as she prepares to take the Statehouse seat in 2027. Alex JobinMay 21, 2026
Elections State Rep. Juandalynn Givan touts legislative experience, criticizes opponents in District 60 race The Birmingham Democrat defended her 16-year record, prioritized voting rights and public safety, and argued her challengers lacked the experience to serve District 60. Alex JobinMay 7, 2026
Elections Jefferson County Commissioner Sheila Tyson endorses Alicia Escott Lumpkin in District 60 The backing came weeks before the May 19 primary, adding to a growing list of support for the Birmingham candidate. Alex JobinApril 23, 2026
Municipal elections Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin easily wins re-election Unofficial results showed incumbent mayor Randall Woodfin received almost three-quarters of the over thirty thousand votes cast on Tuesday. Chance PhillipsAugust 27, 2025
News DOGE cuts to Birmingham Social Security office raise alarms among Democrats and the public The move, one of countless cuts being made by Musk and DOGE since President Donald Trump's return to office, has elicited outrage from Democrats. Alex JobinFebruary 28, 2025
Municipal elections State Rep. Givan to run for Birmingham mayor The four-term state representative has been a vocal critic of current Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin. Josh MoonJanuary 2, 2025
State Pre-filed bill would create exceptions for Alabama’s abortion ban Alabama's new bill proposes exceptions for abortion in cases of rape, incest and includes broader terminology for health risks. Mary Claire WootenOctober 3, 2024
Local news Birmingham Mayor Woodfin apologizes for social media dig amid mass shooting response “I took my eye off the ball, and it was a mistake,” Woodfin said. StaffSeptember 30, 2024
Public safety Gov. Ivey clarifies: no plans to deploy National Guard in Birmingham State Rep. Juandalynn Givan said Monday that Birmingham is “one step away from having to call in the National Guard.” Jacob HolmesSeptember 25, 2024