@newsmanbryant.bsky.social
đ€ 247
đ„ 45
đ 296
Lashunda Scales crushes a well-known challenger to retain her seat on the Jefferson County Ala. Commission seat.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Lashunda Scales crushes well-known challenger to retain Jefferson County Commission seat
Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales easily fends off a challenge to win a third term.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/lashunda-scales-wins-third-term-on-the-jefferson-county-commission.html
about 10 hours ago
0
0
0
Juandalynn Givan loses her State House seat after 16 years to a challenger backed by Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin. Woodfin endorsed and campaigned for Alicia Escott Lumpkin against Givan, his bitter political rival.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Givan loses State House seat after 16 years to Randall Woodfin-backed challenger
Alicia Escott Lumpkin, a former city employee endorsed by Mayor Woodfin, defeated longtime incumbent Juandalynn Givan.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/givan-loses-state-house-seat-after-16-years-to-randall-woodfin-backed-challenger.html
about 10 hours ago
0
0
0
After slashing its budget and laying off 23% of its employees, Alabamaâs largest water utility reports slight savings so far this year with more significant financial results expected in the coming months.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Birmingham water utility touts improved credit rating, modest savings with more coming
Two months after massive layoffs, Central Alabama Water reports modest savings and an improved credit outlook and rating.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/birmingham-water-utility-touts-improved-credit-rating-modest-savings-with-more-coming.html
1 day ago
0
0
0
Longtime Selma, Ala. figures say their town's history remains pivotal in the modern voting rights fight. "But if you donât stand on history, history will stand on you.â
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
âHistory is powerfulâ: Civil rights icons see Selma as key in todayâs voting rights fight
The couple who founded Selma's annual Bloody Sunday commemoration say teaching history is critical as state lawmakers redraw Congressional districts in ways that reduce Black representation.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/history-is-powerful-civil-rights-icons-see-selma-as-key-in-todays-voting-rights-fight.html
2 days ago
0
0
0
Soap star and Alabama native joins voting rights rally in Montgomery, Alabama.
@beyondthegatesfans.bsky.social
www.al.com/news/2026/05...
#SeanFreeman
#BeyondTheGates
#BTG
loading . . .
Soap star and Alabama native joins voting rights rally in Montgomery
A CBS soap star makes a special, unscripted appearance at an Alabama voting rights rally.
https://www.al.com/news/2026/05/soap-star-joins-voting-rights-rally-in-montgomery.html
4 days ago
1
25
4
A struggling Alabama town has fixed one major problem as another continues. Residents will keep their garbage service, but the town has NO insurance coverage.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Garbage crisis averted: Alabama town leaders fix one major problem as others continue
The town of 2,000 residents saved garbage services after nearly losing them for the second time but still grapples with the loss of insurance coverage.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/garbage-crisis-averted-alabama-town-leaders-fix-one-major-problem-as-others-continue.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawRy9JtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBcnptUVQ1U1NsdUJMOXBzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmK46ysT4aFj7XkZ-4WiINYluyU75lCYgX0-Zs59zlQ4xYwoi_IgKB9xv02P_aem_bfe-L0cr6npbujY--BfZ3w
6 days ago
0
0
0
Leaders in a struggling Alabama town are scrambling for a fix after going a month without insurance coverage. They are hoping to resolve the issue before any incident occurs and the town is left on the hook without protection.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Lipscomb town leaders scramble for a fix after going a month without insurance coverage
The troubled town has been without insurance for over a month, the latest crisis for a community that has faced years of financial and political turmoil.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/lipscomb-town-leaders-scrabble-for-a-fix-after-going-a-month-without-insurance-coverage.html
7 days ago
0
0
0
The Birmingham city council has backtracked on tougher rules for bars and club rules after a backlash from business owners - and the mayor.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Birmingham council rescinds tougher bar and club rules after backlash
The reversal came after business owners criticized the revised rules and Mayor Randall Woodfin threatened a rare veto over the weekend.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/birmingham-council-rescinds-tougher-bar-and-club-rules-after-backlash.html
8 days ago
0
0
0
âMass mobilizationâ expected to bring thousands to Selma and Montgomery this weekend after Supreme Court decision. Organizers say the event will bring multiple groups together to express outrage over likely losing Black representation in Congress.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
âMass mobilizationâ expected in Selma, Montgomery this weekend after Supreme Court decision
The National Day of Action for Voting Rights will include rallies in Selma and Montgomery against plans that include threatening seats held by Black representatives.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/mass-mobilization-expected-in-selma-montgomery-this-weekend-after-supreme-court-decision.html
8 days ago
0
0
0
Alabama state leaders fight calls to hold the Sec. of State in contempt for push to redraw voting maps. State lawyers say they have a right to seek permission to move forward, but a veteran civil rights atty says the action brings the 'prospect of chaos.'
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
âProspect of chaosâ: Alabama fights former federal judge opposing efforts to redraw voting maps
State attorneys say Secretary of State Wes Allen's request to remove redistricting injunctions is within Alabama's rights, despite a 2025 agreement to wait until 2030.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/prospect-of-chaos-alabama-fights-former-federal-judge-opposing-efforts-to-redraw-voting-maps.html
12 days ago
0
0
0
Alabamaâs secretary of state faces a contempt motion over redistricting. Longtime civil rights attorney & former U.S. federal judge U.W. Clemon accuses Secretary of State Wes Allen of dishonesty and wants the court to hold him in contempt. Here's why:
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Alabamaâs secretary of state faces contempt motion over redistricting rush
U.W. Clemon filed a motion accusing Secretary of State Wes Allen of dishonesty for rushing to redraw congressional maps he agreed not to touch until 2030.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/05/alabamas-secretary-of-state-faces-contempt-motion-over-redistricting-rush.html
14 days ago
0
1
1
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin pushes marijuana reform message with provocative photo social media photo. Call it his annual "4-20" message.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Birmingham mayor pushes marijuana reform message with provocative pic on social media
The Birmingham mayor has long championed cannabis reform, from municipal pardons to congressional testimony, and his annual post keeps the conversation going.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/birmingham-mayor-pushes-marijuana-reform-message-with-provocative-pic-on-social-media.html
29 days ago
0
0
0
Alabamaâs largest water utility getting nearly $46 million to eliminate potentially toxic pipes
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Alabamaâs largest water utility getting nearly $46 million to eliminate potentially toxic pipes
The embattled utility is borrowing the money to replace aging pipes.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/alabamas-largest-water-utility-getting-46-million-to-eliminate-potentially-toxic-pipes.html
30 days ago
0
1
0
HGTV star Carmeon Hamilton to headline free Birmingham home expo Saturday.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
HGTV star to headline free Birmingham home expo
HGTV's Carmeon Hamilton headlines the HomeWise Expo, where experts offer guidance on everything from energy savings to protecting homes for future generations.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/hgtv-star-to-headline-free-birmingham-home-expo.html
about 1 month ago
0
0
0
City of Birmingham blasts Central Alabama Water leaders as having âfilthy handsâ in the fluoride controversy. The city is making a final push to restore fluoride at the state's largest water system.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Birmingham says water utilityâs âfilthy handsâ created fluoride crisis and now must fix it
City attorneys say Central Alabama Water leaders created the fluoride crisis â then tried to blame everyone else for it.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/birmingham-says-water-utilitys-filthy-hands-created-fluoride-crisis-and-now-must-fix-it.html
about 1 month ago
0
0
0
âHe Ainât Rightâ: Alabama group is back with a new highway billboard that uses dark humor to take aim at Pres. Trump and the war in Iran.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
âHe Ainât Rightâ: Alabama groupâs billboard takes aim at Trump and Iran threats
A Birmingham group's latest protest sign targets President Trump's Iran threats and demands Congress invoke the 25th Amendment.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/he-aint-right-alabama-groups-billboard-takes-aim-at-trump-and-iran-threats.html
about 1 month ago
0
1
0
reposted by
AL.com
about 1 month ago
đ:
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/payments-coming-tonight-for-waterworks-workers-awaiting-severance-weeks-after-layoffs.html??utm_campaign=aldotcom_sf&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky
Â
0
2
1
Payments are finally coming tonight for laid off Central Alabama Water utility workers who have waited nearly a month for severance.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Payments coming tonight for waterworks workers awaiting severance weeks after layoffs
The utility eliminated 135 positions as part of a corporate reorganization, but former workers say they had been left in financial limbo without a payment timeline.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/payments-coming-tonight-for-waterworks-workers-awaiting-severance-weeks-after-layoffs.html
about 1 month ago
0
0
0
Sheâs a model, an actress and now a police chiefâs assistant. The chief is defending the selection of his executive assistant following social media controversy. He says the chatter is designed to undermine the department. Here's the latest from Tarrant, Alabama.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/shes-a-model-an-actress-and-a-police-chiefs-assistant-and-the-internet-has-opinions.html
about 1 month ago
0
0
0
An Alabama townâs embattled city clerk just quit, but her threat of a $1 million lawsuit lingers.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Alabama townâs embattled city clerk just quit, but her threat of a lawsuit remains
Laverne Knight told Tarrant city leaders that Friday is her last day. Her attorney has notified Tarrant of a $1 million lawsuit over working conditions at city hall.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/alabama-towns-embattled-city-clerk-just-quit-but-her-threat-of-a-lawsuit-remains.html
about 1 month ago
0
0
0
Alabamaâs largest water system can stop adding fluoride after judge reverses course and ends lawsuit. The judge agrees with the city of Birmingham that Central Alabama Water broke the law by not giving notice but said he is limited in further action once they complied.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Alabamaâs largest water system can stop adding fluoride after judge reverses course, ends lawsuit
A city attorney called CAW's actions "unilateral, unlawful and concealed." The judge said there was little else he could.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/04/alabamas-largest-water-system-can-stop-adding-fluoride-after-judge-reverses-course-ends-lawsuit.html
about 2 months ago
1
1
2
Lawyers for Birmingham's regional water utility want a judge removed from the fluoride case, citing past disputes and disparaging remarks. They question his fairness just a day before the hearing is scheduled.
www.al.com/news/2026/04...
loading . . .
Water system lawyers want judge removed from fluoride case over past disputes, disparaging remarks
Central Alabama Water questions Judge Frederic Bolling's impartiality.
https://www.al.com/news/2026/04/water-system-lawyers-want-judge-removed-from-fluoride-case-over-past-disputes-disparaging-remarks.html
about 2 months ago
0
0
0
Judge sides with Birmingham & orders Central Alabama Water to restart fluoride for now. The judge castigated leaders of the water system for "blatant disregard" of the law.
www.al.com/news/2026/03...
loading . . .
Judge sides with Birmingham, orders Central Alabama Water to restart fluoride for now
A Jefferson County judge was was blunt in scolding the utility for "blatant disregard" of Alabama law.
https://www.al.com/news/2026/03/judge-sides-with-birmingham-orders-central-alabama-water-to-restart-fluoride-for-now.html
about 2 months ago
0
1
1
Some Alabama television viewers were frustrated when a popular liberal morning talk show was interrupted by an unexpected loop of commercials and a segment from the conservative evangelical "700 Club." The broadcaster says it was an error.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/popular-liberal-talk-show-interrupted-by-commercial-loops-and-700-club-segment.html
about 2 months ago
0
0
0
The city of Birmingham is suing Central Alabama Water for ending fluoride use in its water. The city wants a judge to force the utility to restore fluoride for customers. Lawyers also cite a state law for notification that they say CAW did not follow.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/city-of-birmingham-sues-water-utility-asking-a-judge-to-restore-fluoride-use.html
about 2 months ago
1
8
2
As criticism mounts, Birmingham's regional water leaders blame past leaders for going years without fluoride. But the current utility leadership has also failed to give required notice to state health leaders before stopping all fluoride at Alabama's largest water system.
www.al.com/news/2026/03...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/2026/03/as-criticism-mounts-water-board-blames-past-leaders-for-years-of-water-without-fluoride.html
about 2 months ago
1
0
0
A Birmingham-based business incubator goes international in transatlantic partnership with the London School of Economics.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/birmingham-innovation-center-goes-global-with-new-london-school-of-economics-partnership.html
about 2 months ago
0
0
0
Former members of Birminghamâs regional water utility board asked federal judge to appoint an independent receiver to protect employees & reverse recent actions by current leaders following massive layoffs and a board move that gave the new CEO unchecked authority.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/after-mass-layoffs-trump-appointed-judge-could-freeze-alabama-water-utility-ceos-sweeping-powers.html
about 2 months ago
0
2
2
"Mark wants to be left alone." Fired attorney sues Central Alabama Water -- again. This time Mark Parnell says the utility continues to disparage his reputation with public comments.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/mark-wants-to-be-left-alone-fired-attorney-sues-central-alabama-water-again.html
2 months ago
1
2
2
An Alabama mayor has until today to comply with demands of his city council to rehire the police chief, clerk and attorney, a judge has ruled. The ruling might end the long power struggle that has stifled action in the struggling town.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/an-alabama-town-has-been-in-political-crisis-for-years-a-court-ruling-might-change-that.html
2 months ago
0
0
1
Laid off water utility workers assail new executive leadership and accuse them of a work culture of mistreatment, bias and racism. Birmingham's regional water authority cut 135 employees today.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/laid-off-workers-protest-outside-birmingham-water-utility-offices-after-135-jobs-cut.html
2 months ago
0
0
1
Mass layoffs are underway this morning at Birminghamâs regional water utility. About 130 people are being sent home today from Central Alabama Water,
AL.com
has learned.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Alabama Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather
Get the latest Alabama local news, sports, weather, entertainment and breaking updates on al.com
https://AL.com
2 months ago
1
0
0
Time is running out for Alabamaâs biggest water utility to avoid a credit crisis as ratings agency seeks a detailed report after lowering Central Alabama Water's credit rating.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/time-is-running-out-for-alabamas-biggest-water-utility-to-avoid-credit-crisis.html
2 months ago
0
0
0
Pete Buttigieg urges Democrats in Alabama to win again by building new coalitions and offering new ideas instead of lamenting past losses and promising more of the same old ideas.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/pete-buttigieg-urges-democrats-to-win-again-by-building-new-coalitions-with-conservatives.html
2 months ago
0
5
2
âThere is a dead cat on the line" A longtime political boss and de facto leader of the Alabama Democratic Party has issued a stern warning to anyone who supports efforts to eliminate straight-ticket election voting.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/alabama-political-party-boss-threatens-to-excommunicate-anyone-who-dares-touch-this-voting-rule.html
2 months ago
0
0
0
The CEO of Central Alabama Water has overstepped his authority by implementing new rules without board approval, the utility's attorney admits after a challenge from a Birmingham board member. This comes after mandatory drug tests and on the spot firings.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/central-alabama-water-ceo-overstepped-his-authority-with-new-rules-officials-say.html
2 months ago
1
1
1
Alabama town in crisis: Council sues its mayor for defying its orders to rehire the police chief and city clerk. Thursdayâs action continues a series of legal, financial and political crises that has crippled the struggling community.
www.al.com/news/2026/03...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/2026/03/alabama-mayors-fight-with-council-over-clerk-police-chief-and-checks-may-drag-town-back-into-court.html
3 months ago
0
0
0
reposted by
Hannah Denham
3 months ago
NEW: The moratorium doesnât apply to any data center applications that are complete or already under city review.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
Birmingham places hold on new data centers, for now
The Birmingham City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the six-month moratorium.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/03/birmingham-places-hold-on-new-data-centers-for-now.html
0
0
1
A Birmingham music icon who sang with the Blind Boys of Alabama and wrote hit for Sam Cooke dies. His career spanned seven decades and crossed styles from gospel quartets to soul.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/birmingham-artist-who-sang-with-the-blind-boys-of-alabama-and-wrote-a-hit-for-sam-cooke-dies.html
3 months ago
0
1
0
Birmingham mayor pulls the plug on a downtown homeless âoasisâ park days after its approval.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/birmingham-pulls-plug-on-downtown-homeless-oasis-days-after-its-approval.html
3 months ago
0
0
0
"I'm a man of my word." Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin apologizes and explains why major projects have not occurred. Developments including the family fun center, a tower in downtown Ensley and North Birmingham School transformation are years behind.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/birmingham-mayor-apologizes-and-explains-why-major-city-projects-remain-stalled.html
3 months ago
0
0
1
reposted by
Hannah Denham
3 months ago
NEW: Clean energy and industry leaders weigh in on Trump's pledge for tech companies handling their own data center power needs
www.al.com/politics/202...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/politics/2026/02/president-trump-wants-data-centers-to-build-power-plants-how-would-that-work.html
0
1
2
The lawyer for former Birmingham water utility execs accuses the new CEO of "step and fetch" intimidation tactics after he ordered them back to work today - months after he sent them home and days after they sued him and the board.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/lawyer-for-former-regional-water-utility-execs-accuse-ceo-of-step-and-fetch-intimidation.html
3 months ago
0
3
2
Birmingham city leaders have approved $1.5 million to lure an extreme sports event downtown with skateboarding, BMX and basketball. The city is also seeking other partners for what is billed as an international event in August.
www.al.com/news/2026/02...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/2026/02/birmingham-oks-15-million-to-lure-extreme-sports-event-with-skateboarding-bmx-and-basketball.html
3 months ago
0
1
1
Alabama water CEO dismisses warnings about leaking dam as based on âquestionableâ assumptions. Jeff Thompson explains why he halted work on suburban Birmingham's Lake Purdy Dam at meeting with utility employees.
Al.com
has the recording.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/warnings-about-old-leaking-dam-based-on-questionable-assumptions-alabama-water-ceo-says.html
3 months ago
0
1
0
Pushed out without a pink slip or a payout: Former senior executives sue Birmingham's regional water utility seeking millions in damages.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/former-top-executives-sue-birmingham-regional-water-utility-seeking-millions-in-damages.html
3 months ago
0
0
0
Give it back or pay up: A new federal lawsuit today from two former board members accuses state and county leaders of illegally snatching the Birmingham Water Board from the residents of Birmingham.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/new-federal-lawsuit-claims-alabama-leaders-illegally-took-over-birminghams-water-utility.html
3 months ago
1
1
1
A mayorâs late night social media video featuring accusations of public corruption and confessions of his own personal romantic exploits has exposed his city to more legal action.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/defamed-my-character-ex-council-member-on-mayors-explosive-late-night-facebook-video.html
3 months ago
0
0
0
Look whoâs back: A Birmingham political veteran steps back into the spotlight to lead his local party.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/look-whos-back-longtime-birmingham-political-powerhouse-returns-to-lead-local-party.html
3 months ago
0
0
1
Fired for asking questions? An advocate for workers at Central Alabama Water said he was fired days after presenting a list of employee questions to the CEO.
www.al.com/news/birming...
loading . . .
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2026/02/fired-for-asking-questions-water-employee-fired-days-after-presenting-questions-to-ceo.html
3 months ago
1
1
1
Load more
feeds!
log in