Bolin beats Silverstein for Jefferson County Commission seat
The race was technically nonpartisan, but Bolin framed himself as a strong Republican.
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New director steps in as Prattville library debate continues
Andrew Foster said the calls to remove or reclassify certain books for minors containing LGBTQ and sexual content are a "steep slope."
Prattville library challengers recruiting people to negatively review books
The group is assigning books to be reviewed and instructing reviewers to use verbiage that aligns with Alabama anti-obscenity law.
Birmingham ranked third in Gen Z home ownership
Gen Z accounted for 20.79 percent of mortgage requests in the Birmingham metro.
Jefferson County Commission race kicks off
The special election will replace the district 5 seat vacated by Steve Ammons.
Johnny Turner announces candidacy for Limestone County commissioner
Turner spent 12 years advocating for Limestone County under former congressman Mo Brooks.
Adam Enfinger launches campaign for Dale County Commission chairman
Enfinger previously served on the Newton City Council before his election to the Dale County Commission.
June 13, 2023
Occupational tax bill died this session. What was the reason?
SB65 would have cut the occupational tax in certain cities down to 1 percent gradually over time, virtually eliminating it.
Prattville library becomes battleground for book-banning culture war
A group of Prattville parents challenged the inclusion of LGBTQ books in the children's section of the Autauga-Prattville Public Library.
Birmingham mayor prioritizes neighborhoods, youth, public transportation in budget
Neighborhood revitalization remains the Woodfin administration’s top priority.
May 18, 2023