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Jefferson County Commission blasts Alabama Legislature, discusses ending inpatient services at Cooper Green Mercy Hospital

Commission President David Carrington singled out Rep. Jim Carns, R-Vestavia Hills, for criticism.

Man fatally shot by Bessemer police today identified

Sheriff's Chief Deputy Randy Christian said the sheriff's office is investigating the police-involved shooting at the request of Bessemer police.

Court expedites Martin Marietta's appeal on Vulcan takeover

The Delaware Supreme Court has agreed to fast-track Martin Marietta Materials Inc.’s appeal of a recent court ruling that blocked its takeover plans for Vulcan Materials...

Bentley says he will sign next year's state budgets into law

The operating budget for non-education offices passed for the 2013 fiscal year would spend $1.67 billion from the General Fund, a cut of $66.7 million, 3.8 percent from this...

Hoover misses out on 2013 College Cup

Despite the event drawing strong attendance last year in Hoover, the 2013 College Cup has been awarded to Philadelphia, according to the Birmingham News. Hoover, which will also...

Birmingham police raid nightclub; arrest 18 dancers early today

Undercover officers were inside club

Morning links: Mitt Romney nearly matches president's fundraising; U.S. minorities now birth majority; more news (video)

Columbiana golf course site of benefit tournament

Funds raised go toward scholarships for Shelby County students

Lawmakers confront Air Force about moving cargo planes

Alabama's congressional delegation confronted Air Force leaders in a closed-door meeting Wednesday about plans to move seven C-130 transport planes from a Montgomery Air...

Inaction means JeffCo occupational tax dead

Any chances that state lawmakers could reconsider and pass a plan to let the Jefferson County Commission impose an occupational tax ended with the conclusion of the legislative...

Birmingham jumpstart: Youth evangelist Matt Pitt says arrest a misunderstanding; I-20/59 work at Bessemer delayed again; more news

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Birmingham schools' new electronic tool lets students report bullying anonymously

Students can use texting or online messaging

Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley calls special session to start today

Gov. Robert Bentley has called the Alabama Legislature into special session beginning at 9 a.m. today.

Alabama Legislature 2012: Full final day of regular session

Check out the links from the end of the 2012 regular session of the Legislature.

Sales tax vote approved for Baldwin schools

Legislative action late Wednesday set the stage for a November vote to renew a 1-percent sales tax set to expire in May, but Baldwin County commissioners and school board members...

New Stringfellow CEO Keel will head expansion

Barry Keel, the new CEO for Stringfellow Memorial Hospital in Anniston, said prep work for a $7.5 million expansion of the hospital’s surgical facility began Wednesday. ...

Lean General Fund budget approved by Legislature

The Alabama Legislature passed a lean General Fund budget late Wednesday night that counts on a special session and an election for all its funding. According to the Montgomery...

Legislature passes fifth insurance bill

A bill passed by the Alabama Senate on Wednesday would require insurance companies to annually detail to customers what their policies do and do not cover. According to al.com,...

Lawsuit: Man contracted HIV from LifeSouth blood

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers assured Montgomery residents this week that the area blood supply is safe following a lawsuit filed Monday that contends a local man contracted...

Metro Birmingham forecast: Sunny and warm through weekend

Some rain returns to forecast early next week.

TVA says Browns Ferry inspection will have to wait

The Tennessee Valley Authority says its Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, which has been under a federal safety warning for a year, isn't yet ready for an inspection. According to...

Tuscaloosa breaks ground for two student complexes

Ground has been broken for two student housing complexes in downtown Tuscaloosa. According to the Tuscaloosa News, Chance Partners has begun site preparation for a three-story...

Jefferson County occupational tax officially dead

The bill died when the Legislature adjourned at midnight.

Alabama Legislature approves increase in court fees

The House approved Senate changes just 10 minutes before the end of the session

Alabama legislators adopt operating budget

The Legislature has ended its regular session.

UAB Critical Care Transport makes special delivery

Anniston man says goodbye to wife of 65 years who was in same hospital before coming to Birmingham for pacemaker insertion.

Alabama Senate approves bill to raise court costs, bail bond fees

The bill still must be approved by the House of Representatives.

Lawmakers pass fee increase for Jefferson County probate judge

If the governor signs the bill, revenues would be spent on court operations and equipment and on putting archived documents in digital form and on the internet.

Forecast: High temperatures in mid-80s for Birmingham area as weekend nears

Skies should be sunny and clear.

House gives final passage to immigration changes

"We've got to keep in mind the vast majority of Alabamians by far and the majority of Americans want something done about immigration," Sen. Scott Beason,...

Youth Evangelist Matt Pitt says arrest by Calera police was misunderstanding

Youth Evangelist Matt Pitt, founder of The Basement, was arrested Saturday and charged with impersonating a peace officer. He says it was a misunderstanding.

Birmingham City Council extends moratorium on new payday loan businesses

The City Council approved extending the original six-month halt, which gives it until at least October to approve new rules.

Jefferson County judge upholds life sentence for Terrell French in Terrory Murphy killing (updated)

Another suspect, Monica Sims, pleaded guilty to felony murder early this week.

Birmingham man arrested after George Ward Park robbery attempt

Birmingham police said a 19-year-old man entered a woman's car and took things out of her purse. The two struggled and the suspect fled, police said.

Alabama Legislature 2012: 6 hours left; Jefferson County tax plan's dead, budgets and immigration law unsettled

Seven demonstrators protesting against Alabama's toughest-in-the-nation immigration law were arrested after they tried to block entry to each chamber of the Alabama...

Supporters say Jefferson County tax plan is dead

"It's over with today,'' said Jefferson County manager Tony Petelos.

Alabama House takes Jefferson County occupation tax plan off voting agenda

Move requested by Rep. John Rodgers, D-Birmingham, likely makes it harder for supporters to pass tax plan.

Homewood school recognized for character development

Second time in six years Shades Cahaba Elementary receives award

Jefferson County could seek reimbursement of money paid to Cooper Green Mercy Hospital vendors

Money that may be sought includes $84,981 paid to two firms to create a health care authority.

Alabama Department of Transportation postpones closing of I-20/59 South in Bessemer

A two-mile stretch of southbound lanes was to close Thursday but will now remain open until next week.

Alabama Senate approves immigration law revisions (video)

Opponents of the immigration law protested outside the Senate chambers and tried to bar the path to the entrance as senators returned to vote.

Alabama Senate approves immigration law changes

The Alabama Senate has approved revisions to Alabama's controversial immigration law on the last day of the regular legislative session. Following a protest and lengthy...

Bayer Retail files suit against Sweet Bones Alabama owners

It hasn’t been a good year for the owners of Sweet Bones Alabama. First, there was the dismal 66 health score the BBJ reported Jan. 19. Then, the restaurant closed Feb. 14....

Mortgage debt falls in Alabama

Alabama was among the eight states where consumers decreased their mortgage debt by more than 5 percent from the same time last year, according to a report from CreditKarma.com. ...

Coal plant hit by April 27 tornado reopens

A coal plant hit by a tornado on April 27, 2011, has reopened. According to Fox 6, Cliffs Natural Resources Inc.'s Concord Coal Prep Plant has reopened in a new facility...

Ex-Alabama Organ Center chief ordered to prison for 13 months in kickback scheme (updated)

Prosecutors have said that Lalisan and Hicks promoted the funeral home, which prosecutors have not identified in the criminal charges, and recommended its hiring by the organ...

Alabama Senate begins immigration debate, pushes for vote about noon: UPDATED

Senators voted to cease debate, but opponents of the bill are having it read at length to stall a vote.

Dedicated University of Alabama Football Fan and Local Business Founder/Owner, Tony Brandino, age 96; today's Birmingham obituaries

Read today's obituaries from The Birmingham News.

Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley signs into law plan to increase power of sentencing commission

Original bill sponsor Sen. Cam Ward, R-Alabaster, said reducing the number of non-violent offenders in prison might help keep a federal judge from ordering a mass release of...