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Mobile, Hoover pause internet sales tax challenge

Municipal leaders dropped their legal challenges to Alabama’s online sales tax system to negotiate a faster legislative fix during the current session.

February 12, 2026

Hoover approves ordinance supporting home building academy

Hoover officials approved a $20 residential permit fee Monday to fund a new academy training workers for the construction industry.

February 11, 2026

“Hate will not win”: Candidate for Hoover City Council addresses racist death threats

Patel’s attorney said the hateful comments “aren’t idle words, these are direct threats of violence” and praised law enforcement’s response.

Chance Phillips

August 20, 2025

Christian Coleman running for Hoover City Council

The Hoover City Council is composed of seven different councilmembers who all run across the entirety of Hoover.

February 20, 2025

City of Hoover unveils new development project

While health and wellness will be a prime focus at Riverwalk Village, the development also will include a central greenspace with a variety of other amenities.

June 29, 2023