Local news Huntsville Library moves challenged books after updating policy The relocated books include one with non-sexual cartoonish nudity and one about gender identity with no nudity or sexually explicit content. Jacob Holmes2 days ago
Local news Birmingham mayor announces new police Civilian Review Board Birmingham joins Hunstville, Mobile and Madison in adopting similar civilian review or advisory boards. John H. GlennApril 19, 2021
Local news Birmingham, Montgomery enact local mask mandates The resolution — passed two days before the governor's mandate expires — requires individuals to wear masks when in public. John H. GlennApril 7, 2021
Municipal elections Donnie Mims is running for Montgomery City Council Retired Montgomery County Administrator Donnie Mims announced that he is a candidate for a City Council vacancy. Brandon MoseleyApril 6, 2021
Local news Birmingham City Council joins mayor in officially endorsing pension bill The bill would force Birmingham to fully fund its pension system. John H. GlennApril 2, 2021
Local news Birmingham revives Good Friday, Memorial Day as paid city holidays Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin recommended Monday that both paid holidays be reinstated. John H. GlennApril 1, 2021
Local news Weekend rally in Athens will oppose anti-Asian attacks, white nationalist violence The event will take place Sunday afternoon at Trinity Park in Athens. Micah DanneyMarch 26, 2021
Local news Faith in Action on Madison County to reassess pre-trial intervention program fees Faith in Action says pre-trial intervention programs are positive but access is limited because of fines and fees. John H. GlennMarch 24, 2021
Local news Montgomery City Councilman Richard Bollinger dies Montgomery City Councilman Richard Bollinger died Saturday because of complications with cancer. John H. GlennMarch 22, 2021
Local news Birmingham’s historic A.G. Gaston Motel completes Phase 1 of restoration Phase 2 restoration is currently underway on the exterior of the 1968 wing and courtyard of the motel. John H. GlennMarch 11, 2021
Local news Groups sue Birmingham Water Works Board over land critical to city’s water supply The lawsuit seeks a court order for the water board to meet the terms of a 2001 settlement agreement and permanently protect the lands. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 9, 2021