Local news Montgomery announces “Together We Rise” initiative The city and county have committed $3.4 million to the “Together We Rise” initiative. Staff2 days ago
Local news Birmingham approves ordinance that will support businesses retention and growth RISE, which stands for Retention Incentives for Success and Expansion, establishes two funds with the purpose to provide resources for area businesses. StaffMarch 30, 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
Local news Birmingham mayor excuses $35 million in outstanding traffic fines, parking fees The initiative, named Stop and Go, provides pardons for 756,531 outstanding traffic and parking violations. John H. GlennMarch 23, 2022
Local news Former New Orleans police commander named Montgomery chief of police A 32-year veteran commander of the New Orleans police department has been named Montgomery's new chief of police. John H. GlennMarch 22, 2022
Local news Selected mothers for the Birmingham’s guaranteed income program are being notified Through this program, 110 Birmingham residents will receive $375 a month for a 12-month period via random drawing. StaffMarch 15, 2022
Local news Mayor Woodfin reappoints Willie Jean Lewis to HABD Board Mayor Randall Woodfin has reappointed Willie Jean Lewis to the Housing Authority of Birmingham District’s Board of Commissioners. StaffMarch 10, 2022
Local news Birmingham City Council approves sale for new housing complex on Lakeshore Parkway The complex would include single-family, multi-family, and senior housing, with a total investment, according to the city, of $100 million. John H. GlennMarch 9, 2022
Local news Montgomery officials considering renaming streets named for confederates, Klansmen The names of multiple Montgomery city streets and avenues are being considered for change. John H. GlennMarch 7, 2022
Local news Birmingham Promise names new director Williams, who has more than a decade of experience in education nonprofits, was selected after a national search. StaffMarch 2, 2022
Local news Mayor Woodfin to participate in Black History Month program This Black History Month performance will take place on Friday, Feb. 25, 2022. StaffFebruary 24, 2022