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Birmingham's Committee of the Whole voted to send an $11 million downtown building purchase to the full council. Full council consideration of the purchase-sale agreement is scheduled for Oct. 20. The city could use the building to consolidate scattered employees, but renovation costs and existing tenants remain open questions.
abc3340.com · Oct 1, 2026The Birmingham City Council advanced a long-debated short-term rental ordinance and expects to vote on it October 27. Questions remain about where these rentals will be allowed to operate, and staff are still refining enforcement details. The outcome will shape where short-term rentals can operate in the city.
abc3340.com · Oct 1, 2026Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett reported declines in several major crime categories through the third quarter of 2026. Homicides decreased and violent crime fell across precincts, while domestic violence-related offenses rose 18.3%. The report gives residents a picture of where crime is falling and where one category is growing.
abc3340.com · Oct 1, 2026The City of Birmingham was chosen for the national Love Your Block initiative, which supports resident-led neighborhood improvement projects. The city will receive $70,000 in funding to support those projects through the national program. Residents can use the program to turn their ideas for neighborhood spaces into action.
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Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett reported a significant decline in several major crime categories through the third quarter of 2026. While homicides decreased and violent crime fell across precincts, domestic violence-related offenses were up by 18.3%.
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The City of Birmingham has been chosen to participate in the national Love Your Block initiative. This program supports resident-led neighborhood improvement projects and will provide the city with $70,000 in funding. The effort aims to help residents turn community ideas into action for local spaces.
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Birmingham city leaders are debating whether the mayor's office should have more direct oversight of the parks and recreation system. The discussion referenced Birmingham's history of segregation, with council members suggesting changes to state law governing the Park and Recreation Board.
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The Birmingham Greek Festival returns for its 53rd year, offering Greek food, music, and dancing. The three-day event runs at Holy Trinity Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral and will benefit Foundry Ministries, Life on Wheels, and Food for Our Journey.
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Birmingham city leaders are considering an $11 million purchase of a downtown commercial building to potentially consolidate scattered city employees. The Committee of the Whole voted to advance a purchase-sale agreement for full council consideration on Oct. 20. Significant questions remain regarding renovation costs and existing tenants.
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A long-debated ordinance regarding short-term rentals is moving closer to a City Council vote on October 27th. While the council advanced the proposal, significant questions remain about where these rentals will ultimately be allowed to operate. Staff are still refining enforcement details.
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Malique Cortez McKeithen has been arrested facing a reckless manslaughter charge related to the 2022 death of Martin Michael Cruse on Interstate-65. Cruse's mother stated that he ran out of gas before his death. The Birmingham Police report claimed witnesses saw a car weaving at high speeds moments before the incident.
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