16th Street Baptist Church

Gov. Ivey declares statewide day of remembrance for Carole Robertson

A statewide proclamation honored one of the four victims of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing, whose life was cut short too soon.

Wesley Walter

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September 9, 2025

Historic 16th Street Baptist Church receives $2.5 million preservation grant

Since its founding in 1873, the church has been a cornerstone of the Black community.

December 10, 2024

Sen. Britt marks anniversary of Birmingham bombings

“Today, we solemnly mark 60 years since one of the darkest days in Alabama’s history," Britt said.

Patrick Darrington

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September 15, 2023

A somber anniversary: 60 years since the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing

APR spoke with former Sen. Doug Jones to get his thoughts on the 60th anniversary of the Birmingham tragedy.

Patrick Darrington

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September 15, 2023

Sewell to announce $2.25 million in funding to preserve Birmingham Civil Rights sites

It's part of the $3.1 million that Sewell helped secure to preserve historic civil rights sites in Alabama.

September 11, 2023

Birmingham, partners to commemorate 60 years since 16th Street Baptist Church bombing

Nearly 60 years ago, a bomb tore through Birmingham’s 16th Street Baptist Church, killing four little girls and rocking the nation.

August 2, 2023

Sewell commemorates 59th anniversary of 16th St. Baptist Church bombing

"May we always remember their names: Addie Mae, Denise, Carole, and Cynthia," Sewell said.

September 15, 2022

16th Street Baptist Church to commemorate its 1963 bombing with a day of remembrance

The church will host its annual day of remembrance with a special guest speaker and community luncheon. 

September 15, 2022

Doug Jones under consideration as Biden’s attorney general

USA Today reports that President-elect Joe Biden is considering U.S. Sen. Doug Jones to head the U.S. Department of Justice.

Brandon Moseley

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November 16, 2020