Local News

December 02, 2008

Winter weather water tips from the Birmingham Water Works

The Birmingham Water Works Board (BWWB) is encouraging all of its customers to guard against the cold weather by protecting their pipes.

Langford indictment: the Mayor’s own words

Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford speaks with the media regarding Monday’s federal indictment

VIDEO: Painful recession means taking drastic measures

With the economy officially now labeled a recession, there are growing signs it could be a long, difficult downturn.

Jefferson county commission mediates tax case

Jefferson county commissioners met with lawyers today to mediate the county occupational tax case.

Layoffs begin at Anniston, Alabama plant

Layoffs at BAE systems in Anniston, Alabama begin this week.

VIDEO: Baby formula nearly drowns infant

Mom finds out the wrong amount of water in formula nearly killed her baby.

Birmingham mayor Langford will light Christmas tree

Birmingham, Alabama mayor Larry Langford is set to light the annual city Christmas tree.

Alabama Governor to discuss meeting with President-Elect

Governor Bob Riley will discuss a meeting he attended with President-Elect Barack Obama today at 2:30pm.

Governor set to celebrate new plant in south Alabama

Governor Bob Riley, local leaders and officials with Vector Aerospace Corporation will celebrate the grand opening of the company’s newest helicopter repair and overhaul facility in Andalusia.

New search for clues to find missing Homewood woman

The Homewood Police Department is back in Birmingham, searching an area for clues into the disappearance of Nadia Kersh.

Alabama congressman says don’t believe “cow” tax

Alabama congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) reacts to alleged emissions tax on farm livestock.

UA fraternity disbanded for hazing

A leading fraternity at the University of Alabama has been disbanded for repeated rules violations, including hazing new members.

Ethics complaint against Ala. Sec. of State Chapman

The State Ethics Commission meets Wednesday to review a complaint about Secretary of State Beth Chapman.

Pell City man pleads guilty to vehicular homicide

A 24-year-old Pell City man has pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide in the death of a woman who was killed when his trailer came loose and struck her car.

State Agriculture Commissioner eyes 2010 governor’s race

State Agriculture Commissioner Ron Sparks says he plans to decide in five or six weeks if he will run for governor in 2010.

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