City of Birmingham in the news

A section of 1st Avenue North in Birmingham will be closed for two weeks starting September 10 for bridge repainting.

Communities in the Birmingham area are organizing various events to honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with ceremonies, service projects, and tributes.

A section of First Avenue North in Birmingham will close for two weeks to repaint the underside of the 35th Street North Bridge, aiming to extend its life.

Birmingham extended Southern Research's deadline to spend $5 million in federal funds for its Catalyst program until the end of October.

R&B singer Bobby V will perform a free concert at East Lake Park on September 20 as part of Birmingham's District 4 Safe Summer Series, featuring family activities and community engagement.

Birmingham City Council approved a plan to sell a vacant school site for $1 and provide financial assistance to a developer for building 31 affordable homes.

Create Birmingham, in partnership with the City of Birmingham, is seeking applications for the 2027–28 City of Birmingham Poet Laureate, a role focused on promoting poetry, civic engagement, and reflecting the city's diverse narratives.

Birmingham offices closed for Labor Day, causing a one-day delay in garbage and recycling pickup schedules.

The Carver Jones Market opened in Birmingham's District 6 to provide healthy food options and jobs, addressing the area's food desert issue.

Lieutenant Mark Mehringer has a distinguished career in law enforcement and military service, rising to Lieutenant in the Birmingham Police Department after extensive experience and training.

Experts debate the legality and risks of cities banning data centers in Alabama, citing state land-use authority, potential 'regulatory takings' lawsuits, and the complexities of applying new rules to existing projects.

The City of Birmingham Public Works Department uses a 311 system to manage and prioritize pothole repairs, with two crews patching hundreds of potholes weekly despite challenges like poor road conditions and standing water.

Birmingham has established new zoning regulations for data centers, with stricter rules for larger facilities concerning water, power, noise, and location.

Birmingham's Mayor Woodfin launched a five-year violence reduction plan to decrease gun violence and strengthen community safety through collaboration and data-driven strategies.

Safety barriers in Birmingham's East Lake neighborhood elicit mixed reactions from residents, with some citing inconvenience and others acknowledging crime reduction, while city officials report positive changes.

The City of Birmingham launched a five-year strategic plan to reduce gun violence by 10% annually through a comprehensive, community-focused approach.

Birmingham invites young residents to lead climate projects with grants from $1,000 to $5,000 through the Youth Climate Action Fund.

Birmingham's new five-year violence reduction strategy aims to decrease homicides and nonfatal shootings by 10% annually, with experts emphasizing the reliability of homicide data.

Birmingham has achieved a significant reduction in gun violence through a multi-faceted approach involving community collaboration, strengthened law enforcement, and targeted social investments.

The City of Birmingham has introduced a plan aimed at reducing violence, while the document also discusses Nexstar Media's content access and network.