News Chris Woods announces his candidacy for mayor of Birmingham “I’m not running against anyone,” Woods said. “I’m running to take Birmingham to a level where it’s never been." Brandon MoseleyJanuary 19, 2021
News Birmingham mayor reappoints, adds two members to Birmingham Water Works Board The appointments of Lucien Blankenship and Chris Rice are effective immediately. John H. GlennJanuary 13, 2021
News Birmingham mayor released from hospital The mayor’s personal physician said his health has improved since being admitted to the hospital on Monday. John H. GlennJanuary 7, 2021
News Birmingham Mayor Woodfin hospitalized due to COVID-19 Woodfin's doctor said he was admitted to the hospital Monday night with COVID-related pneumonia. John H. GlennJanuary 5, 2021
News Robbers fire at police, race in I-20 car chase with speeds reaching 115 mph One suspect is in custody. Another fled on foot into the woods in St. Clair County. Brandon MoseleyNovember 30, 2020
National Today is Veterans Day Veterans Day is the national and state holiday where America honors the men and women who have worn the uniform of the nation’s armed... Brandon MoseleyNovember 11, 2020
Elections Birmingham police are prepared for Election Day, mayor’s office says Even though there are no known threats, the city's leadership and its police are committed to keeping people and polling places safe. Micah DanneyNovember 3, 2020
News Birmingham approves $1.3 million contract for real-time crime center technology Woodfin repeated that facial recognition capabilities will not be used in accordance with the contract. John H. GlennOctober 23, 2020
News Birmingham refinances $179 million in debt “When I became mayor in November 2017, it became apparent the city was not on sound financial footing," said Mayor Randall Woodfin. John H. GlennOctober 21, 2020
National Birmingham to host March Madness games in 2023 at revamped Legacy Arena The first and second rounds of the 2023 Division I men’s tournament and the 2025 Division I women’s basketball southern regional will play out... John H. GlennOctober 15, 2020