Beatrice Collins has been working behind the scenes at the City Council and now is making a run to represent Birmingham’s ...

Getting parents involved in the education process and preparing students for life after school are two topics frequently addressed by the candidates.

Incumbent Mayor Randall Woodfin’s administration was a frequent target in Tuesday’s debate, sponsored by WJLD.

Smitherman said community service is the most important thing for her and she works to improve the quality of life for District 6 residents.

Crystal Smitherman is running for reelection to the Birmingham City Council, District 6. (Source: Crystal Smitherman) ...

Crystal Smitherman is running for reelection to the Birmingham City Council, District 6. (Source: Crystal Smitherman) ...

Marilyn James-Johnson,. (Photo by Solomon Crenshaw Jr.) Marilyn James-Johnson Age: 57 Residence: Birmingham (North Titusville) Political experience: None Professional experience: VA Hospital of ...

Brian K. Rice Age: 45 Residence: Birmingham (Ensley) Political experience: None Professional experience: Construction manager, Defense Department in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 2002-07; business development ...

Dickie Drake Dickie Drake Alabama State House of Representatives, District 45 Party: Republican Age: 75 Residence: Leeds Political experience: Elected to House of Representatives 11 years ago; ...

David Russell is running for mayor in the Aug. 26, 2025, Birmingham municipal election. (Photo by Solomon Crenshaw Jr.) Your support helps us grow and sustain a newsroom for the City Built to Change ...

The Hallmark Farm Cooperative board disbanded after handling the sale of the farm property to be developed as an agriculture center.