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 Mayor Randall Woodfin proposes largest budget in city’s history The mayor's proposed budget includes more than $14 million toward neighborhood revitalization efforts. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Local news Civil rights group, state lawmakers call for Huntsville chief’s resignation Chief Mark McMurray has come under fire for his handling of protests and his support of a police officer convicted of murder. Josh MoonMay 14, 2021
Municipal elections Poll shows Woodfin leading in Birmingham mayoral contest Second place between Bell and Scales is likely to be loud and ugly as there is a long history of animosity. Bill BrittMay 12, 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
Local news Huntsville police officer’s murder conviction clears path for civil suit An internal investigation previously cleared the officer of wrongdoing, and city leadership defended his actions even after the verdict. Micah DanneyMay 8, 2021
Local news Huntsville officials express mixed support for police reforms The city administrator defended police decisions to use less-lethal munitions to disperse residents who attended a rally in June 2020. Micah DanneyMay 5, 2021
Municipal elections Municipal candidates filing campaign finance documents with Secretary of State Previously, candidates for municipal office filed with their probate judge. StaffMay 4, 2021
Local news Report: Huntsville Police violated own policies when dispersing crowds The other law enforcement agencies involved in last summer's response refused to speak to investigators. Micah DanneyApril 23, 2021
Local news Birmingham mayor issues 15,000 pardons for marijuana possession The pardons affect those with a single closed unlawful possession case in Birmingham Municipal Court over the last 30 years. John H. GlennApril 22, 2021
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