JeffCo Commissioner Tyson Expresses Disapproval Following Appointment of Two Republicans to Board of Equalization
JeffCo Commissioner Tyson Expresses Disapproval Following Appointment of Two Republicans to Board of Equalization Birmingham, AL – A meeting at the Jefferson County Commission ended on a sour note Wednesday, following the appointment of two more Republicans to the Board of Equalization, much to the chagrin of Commissioner Sheila Tyson. Commissioner Tyson left the chamber […]
Birmingham Continues Using Last Year’s Budget Following a Prolonged Cyberattack
Birmingham Continues Using Last Year’s Budget Following a Prolonged Cyberattack An extended cyberattack derails Birmingham’s budget proceedings, forcing the city to continue operating on last year’s fiscal plan The cyberattack has profoundly impeded the Birmingham City Council’s regular budget proceedings, pushing the council to reuse last year’s $554 million budget. This unexpected incident has compelled […]
Jefferson County Judge Steps Down From Ongoing Parking Enforcement Systems Lawsuit
Jefferson County Judge Steps Down From Ongoing Parking Enforcement Systems Lawsuit Birmingham, AL – A sudden turn of events has occurred in the class action lawsuit against Birmingham towing company, Parking Enforcement Systems (PES), as Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge Pat Ballard voluntarily steps away from the case. The announcement came earlier this month, stating […]
Alabama Peanut Co. Adds a New Twist to Southern Hospitality
Alabama Peanut Co. Adds a New Twist to ‘Good Old Southern Hospitality’ A wave of excitement has filled Birmingham as the Alabama Peanut Co. adds beer, wine, and a sought-after happy hour special to their drink card. Known for its signature world-renowned roasted and boiled peanuts, the company is now offering patrons a whole new […]
Birmingham’s Common Ground Program Proves a Success
Birmingham’s ‘Common Ground’ Program Proves a Success Birmingham’s unique conflict resolution program, called Common Ground, has seen a significant decrease in school absences, fights, and suspensions. Led by the City of Birmingham and the Municipal Court, the program has been recognised for its tremendous strides in reforming the schooling environment in the area, leading to […]
Birmingham Mayor’s Office Unveils 2025 Budget Proposal
Birmingham mayor’s office announces 2025 proposed operating budget Mayor Woodfin’s 2025 Budget Proposal Uncovered In an official statement from the office of Mayor Randall Woodfin, the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget proposal surfaced today. The financial plan, amounting to a striking $554 million, was presented to the Birmingham City Council at a meeting led by […]
Birmingham Council Rejects Red Mountain Car Wash, Advocates for Israel-Gaza Ceasefire
Birmingham Council Rejects Red Mountain Car Wash, Advocates for Israel-Gaza Ceasefire In local and global matters, the Birmingham City Council held a meeting on Tuesday. The council rejected a pitch for a planned car wash in the Red Mountain neighborhood, while several residents pressed for a resolution denouncing violence in Gaza. Car Wash Appeal Denied […]
Birmingham lawmaker pleads guilty to fraud, resigns from Legislature
Birmingham lawmaker pleads guilty to fraud, resigns from Legislature Rep. John Rogers pleads guilty, agrees to home confinement and restitution In a surprising turn of events, esteemed Birmingham lawmaker, Rep. John Rogers, D-Birmingham, has reached a plea deal in a case alleging diversion of public funds meant for a youth baseball league. As per the […]
Baby Mayor coming August 2024! Randall & Kendra Woodfin announce first child
Baby “Mayor” coming August 2024! Randall & Kendra Woodfin announce first child Birmingham, Alabama – In a heartwarming announcement, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin and his wife, Kendra Woodfin, have shared that they’re expecting their first child together. Affectionately nicknamed “Baby Mayor,” the little one is set to arrive in August 2024. Proud parents-to-be Born and […]
Continued Network Issues Disrupt Birmingham Government Services
Continued Network Issues Disrupt Birmingham Government Services Birmingham Experiences Further Internet Outages Sun, 10 Mar 2024 18:45:13 GMT Government services in Birmingham continue to face severe disruptions due to persistent internet network issues. Transactions linked to permits, licenses, and tax collections that are typically completed electronically in the city are being delayed or put on […]
