Alabama lawmakers push to make Juneteenth a permanent state holiday amidst Trump DEI changes
As of 2023, more than half of states across the U.S. recognize Juneteenth as a permanent state holiday, according to the Pew ...
Birmingham residents react to Gov. Ivey’s focus on inner-city crime
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ( WIAT) — Gov. Kay Ivey said her main priority is making Alabama safer. She highlighted ways to fight crime ...
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'We don’t want to just officiate funerals': State leaders and clergy members work to address Birmingham crime
State Rep. Juandalynn Givan and other Jefferson County Delegation members met with the clergy community to talk about crime ...
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Lawmakers create bills to ban cellphones in Alabama public schools
This legislative session, lawmakers mean business when it comes to banning cellphones for K-12 students in classrooms. On Feb ...
State lawmaker meets with pastors to talk gun laws, crime prevention
The Let’s Talk Crime forum was held at Trinity Baptist Church and attended by dozens of pastors and other community members.
UAB reverses decision, supports youth gun violence event following criticism
Following criticism from officials on UAB withdrawing support from an event aimed at curbing youth gun violence, UAB released ...
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Who’s running? Potential candidates emerge in Birmingham’s 2025 mayoral election
Three candidates have officially announced their run, while speculation grows about other potential candidates.
UAB withdraws from hosting gun violence prevention event
The University of Alabama at Birmingham has withdrawn support for an upcoming gun violence prevention event, according to a ...