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EWTN sues federal government over contraception mandate

EWTN Global Catholic Network has filed a lawsuit against the federal government over the new Department of Health & Human Services contraception mandate, which would require...

Mercedes supplier plans $14M expansion

ZF Industries is expanding its Tuscaloosa axle systems plant due to new business it is receiving from Mercedes-Benz U.S. International. According to a release from the Tuscaloosa...

Birmingham bankers, consumer advocates organize clearinghouse to aid payday borrowers

Several bankers present today said they already had services available for those who have never had banking accounts or had been expelled from the system. Each institution...

Postal Service posts $3.3B loss

Strong holiday shipping was not enough to offset a continued decline in First-Class Mail, leading to a $3.3 billion quarterly loss for he United States Postal Service, compared to...

Vincent sets public hearing on proposed new council districts

Feb. 20 at Vincent Town Hall

Banks agree to $25B foreclosure settlement

Alabama has joined a $25 billion joint state-federal mortgage servicing settlement with the five largest mortgage servicers to address mortgage loan servicing and foreclosure...

Alabama immigration forum kicks off at UAB with differing views

The forum is sponsored by the Birmingham Area Consortium for Higher Education

REIT signs agreement to purchase Hilton Garden Inn for $11M

Summit Hotel Properties Inc. (NYSE: INN) has signed a purchase contract to buy the Hilton Garden Inn in Liberty Park. The South Dakota-based real estate investment trust signed...

Ingram, Burton named to Top 40 Under 40 Hall of Fame

Last week, we announced the latest honorees of our annual Top 40 Under 40 awards. The 2012 Top 40 Under 40 class, which you can read about here, will join a distinguished group...

Bingo trial attorney: Milton McGregor did not bribe anyone

"Milton McGregor followed the rules. Milton McGregor did not cross the line," attorney Joe Espy said.

On Alabama campuses: Auburn benefactor inducted in engineering hall of fame, more

Troy's 125th, Alabama in Cuba, smart cities at UAB

EWTN Catholic Network sues federal government over contraception mandate

"We are taking this action to defend not only ourselves but also to protect other institutions -- Catholic and non-Catholic, religious and secular -- from having this mandate...

Prosecutor in Alabama bingo trial: Milton McGregor 'corrupt'

Defense attorneys will be giving their opening statements next.

Birmingham SCLC president says the presence of fathers and return to family values can help curb crime

Bishop Calvin Woods Sr. holds news conference at site of mass slayings in Ensley Highlands

Birmingham ranks 5th for retail job growth in 2011

Birmingham added 2,000 retail jobs in 2011 and was one of the top major markets for retail job growth in the U.S. According to a review of Bureau of Labor Statistics data by On...

Annie Lorene Shepherd, age 58; today's Birmingham obits

Read today's obituaries from The Birmingham News.

Jefferson County inmates want jail suit to go on despite bankruptcy

The inmate suit, along with others against the county, were automatically delayed pending the resolution of the county's November bankruptcy filing.

Upscale grocery store planned for Daphne

A developer involved with the project and plans filed with the city of Daphne indicate that The Fresh Market, an upscale specialty grocery store, is coming to Jubilee Square. ...

Man shot to death in southwest Birmingham

Isaac Spencer, 44, was found dead on the front porch of a home, Birmingham police said

Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley's plan for school funds 'not going to fly,' say lawmakers

He wants to use the Education Trust Fund to bail out to the cash-strapped General Fund

Metro Birmingham forecast: Turning cooler, especially for weekend

Small chance of rain on Friday

Bid for stadium lighting approved in Opelika

The Opelika City Schools Board of Education voted unanimously Wednesday to approve a bid that would replace the football field lights at Opelika High School. According to the...

Plans for Limestone steel plant move forward

The Athens City Council and Limestone County Commission approved more than $20 million in tax abatements and incentives this week for a proposed steel plant in Limestone County. ...

New apartment complex planned for Limestone County

Ground is scheduled to be broken next month on a 528-unit apartment development in southern Limestone County that will be built by a Michigan-based developer. According to the...

UAB students studying in Antarctica

UAB students studying during summer in Antarctica.

Birmingham bankers, community leaders, nonprofit officials to seek alternatives to payday loans (with slideshow)

Bankers, community leaders and nonprofit officials will gather today at Birmingham City Hall to organize an initiative to provide stable options for people outside the financial...

$408K grant will be used for youthful sex offenders

A $408,170 grant awarded to the Department of Youth Services by Gov. Robert Bentley will be used to continue a program for juvenile sex offenders. According to the Gadsden Times,...

Auto parts maker plans $14.6M expansion in Tuscaloosa County

A $14.6 million investment for an expansion and equipment is planned by automotive parts maker ZF Industries at its axle systems plant located in the Tuscaloosa County Airport...

Living Stones Temple, born in church split, holding dedication ceremony

Living Stones Temple will dedicate new home in Fultondale.

Remlap woman dies after being struck by car

Reba Harris, 69, was struck near intersection of Alabama 75 and Pine Mountain Road.

Grocery stores offering private label wines

"Squeal" and "Pigasus" judged a success at Piggly Wiggly.

Forecast: Chilly nights, sunny days ahead for Birmingham area

High temperatures will be in the 50s, but at night temperatures will drop to the mid-30s.

Jury picked for Alabama State House corruption case

Opening statements are expected sometime Thursday.

Indian Ford Fire District receives $226,000 federal grant for new truck

The Indian Ford Fire District serves part of the unincorporated areas between Hoover, Helena and Bessemer.

Hoover to inventory streets for possible restriping

Portion of Patton Chapel Road gets restriping

Mitt Romney's wife, Ann, plans Birmingham fundraiser appearance

No word yet whether Mrs. Romney will make any public appearances while in Birmingham.

Trussville holding communitywide food drive Saturday

TEAM -- the Trussville Ecumenical Assistance Ministry -- is partnering with the Trussville Chamber of Chamber for the event.

Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley requests federal aid for cities, counties in tornado cleanup

The request for aid to governments is in addition to federal assistance that already has been granted to individual storm victims in those counties.

Judge hopes to get jury today in bingo case

Thompson said opening statements could come in the morning.

Birmingham parks chief, target of critics, out on medical leave

Officials at Mayor William Bell's office declined to provide any details about the department and its operations during the director's absence.

Siegel: Newspapers can grow in new platforms with right focus

Advance Publications executive said newspapers, websites not "either-or" proposition.

Auburn and Alabama rank in top 10 for athletic expenses

It's no secret that Alabamians take our sports – particularly football – pretty seriously. So it's no surprise that a new review of Equality in Athletics...

UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center gets $500K donation

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Comprehensive Cancer Center has received a $500,000 grant from the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama, according to a press...

Alabama's congressmen get a poor environmental evaluation and many commenters say that's fine

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Hoover's Tuesday Morning store is moving to new location

The discount gift and home accessory chain is relocating to Riverchase Promenade

Peter Fonda in "The Limey," showing at the Alabama Theatre Thursday, Feb. 16. De...

Peter Fonda in "The Limey," showing at the Alabama Theatre Thursday, Feb. 16. Details; http://www.facebook.com/events/316751101701080.

Historical marker honoring Buffalo Rock founder to be dedicated in Shelby County

Sidney Word Lee, the company's founder, is credited with providing the vision and support that led to a highway being built across Double Oak Mountain that connected Cahaba...