Local news Our Community Inc. receives historic $1.25 million grant from Bezos Day 1 Families Fund The Bezos Day 1 Families Fund, launched in 2018, is part of a $2 billion commitment by Jeff Bezos to address homelessness. Staff1 day ago
Local news Montgomery County Probate Court commemorates Black History Month The probate court will release four weekly videos showcasing historical records from the Montgomery County Archives. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 9, 2021
Local news Birmingham mayor asks students to complete their FAFSA Birmingham City Schools students graduating in May must apply for Birmingham Promise and complete a FAFSA form by March 1. John H. GlennFebruary 6, 2021
Municipal elections Woodfin raises $1,003,783 in first month of re-election campaign It's a record for city elections both in terms of the amount raised and the numbers of contributors. John H. GlennFebruary 4, 2021
Municipal elections Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin begins re-election campaign Incumbent Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin held a campaign kick-off event on Saturday. John H. GlennFebruary 1, 2021
Local news Mayor Randall Woodfin endorsed by The Collective PAC The Collective PAC is a D.C political action committee that funds Black candidates for public office. John H. GlennJanuary 29, 2021
Local news State leaders react to deadly tornado in Jefferson County Monday's devastating severe weather left a 14-year-old dead and at least 30 other people injured. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 27, 2021
Local news Settlement agreement reached to address alleged ABC Coke pollution GASP claims that ABC Coke, which has operated in northern Birmingham for generations, has polluted the area over the course of decades. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 27, 2021
Local news Tornado kills one, injures at least 17 in Jefferson County Fultondale High School is heavily damaged. A number of homes are severely damaged or destroyed. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 26, 2021
Education MPS to return to virtual learning until teachers, staff receive COVID vaccine The decision comes after a rash of deaths and calls from the AEA for the district to reevaluate its protocols. Josh MoonJanuary 25, 2021
Education After rash of deaths, AEA calls on MPS to reassess coronavirus protocols With 10 deaths since November and four deaths within 48 hours, AEA says MPS officials must act to protect teachers and staff. Josh MoonJanuary 25, 2021