Neighborhood Voices: East Brownville
Gwendolyn Cook Bibb shares her hopes for the future of the “patient, persistent” neighborhood.
Fear of displacement in Southtown
As plans move forward, public housing residents wonder what will happen to them once developers break ground on new “mixed-use” community.
Birmingham’s Frequent Flyers
City government officials have logged over $300,000 in travel expenses. Where are they going — and what do they have to show for it?
The Affordability of Birmingham
When it comes to the complex relationship between rent and poverty, how does our city stack up?
Water Works collecting past due bills
Utility moves forward with collections from thousands of delinquent customers.
What kind of nation are we going to be?
The GOP’s anti-Obamacare healthcare bill strikes at the heart of America’s responsibility to seek the common good for all citizens.
Dreams of a Kumbayah Campaign
Hoping for the best — but investing in air freshener — as campaign season arrives.
Democratic Senate candidate Doug Jones launches campaign headquarters in Birmingham
Former US Attorney says Democrats have to “beat the bushes” for this election.
Neighborhood Voices: Crestline
Hunter Williams speaks about the recent wave of crime in his area, and what he would like to see done about it.
The cost of “pay-to-play” politics
Woods: "I will bring servant leadership to City Hall."
City Council Report: Cemeteries and Transparency
Discussion returns to expenditures, Shadow Lawn Cemetery and communication issues in City Hall.
Former State Rep. Oliver Robinson faces public corruption charges
After being charged by the U.S. Attorney with seven counts of bribery and fraud, former lawmaker signs non-binding plea agreement.
Education in Birmingham: School’s In for Summer
BCS summer programs make learning a year-round process.
“It’s Time to Play Offense”
The Trump administration has energized some Democrats in Alabama — but what do they have to do to be a viable party again?
Social dialogue through hip-hop
Al Elliott explains how he hopes his “It Is Written 2” showcase can start community conversation.
