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Environmental group to preserve peninsula near old coal mine in Jefferson County
An environmental group says it will preserve 366 acres near the site of an old coal mine in west Jefferson County. The Freshwater Land Trust announced that Drummond Company has donated another 107 acres of a peninsula that sits where Mulberry Fork, Locust Fork and the Black Warrior River connect in the Black Warrior River basin.
Four-mile interstate project to begin on segment of 1-59
The Alabama Department of Transportation is launching a significant infrastructure project aimed at revitalizing and expanding a segment of Interstate 59 in Jefferson County. The approximately four-mile project will stretch from the I-459 interchange in Birmingham to Chalkville Mountain Road in Trussville. The project begins west of I-459 near Edwards Lake Road and ends north of Jefferson County 10.
Birmingham working to address flood-prone areas across city
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The city of Birmingham has begun addressing drainage issues across several areas in town, including Messer Airport Highway. According to director of communications Rick Journey, the city has placed a pump in the as a temporary fix on the reoccurring flooding that often creates a hazard for those traveling a portion […]
Cemetery in Pleasant Grove gets much needed cleaning thanks to community
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Members from a church and community in Pleasant Grove banded together to help clean up a cemetery. About 10 friends and community members came together to clean up the Pleasant Grove cemetery located in the 400 block of 9th Avenue in Pleasant Grove. Using lawnmowers, weed...
Trump challenges Harris over 2024 campaign finances
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - In the first couple days of her presidential campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris is bringing in some big bucks. Now, she is facing scrutiny from the Trump Campaign. Trump’s team is alleging Harris broke federal campaign finance laws, when she took more than $90 million from...
Unique cocktail bars to visit in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Looking for a way to let loose this weekend in the Magic City? WBRC FOX6 News is On Your Side with a list of places to checkout if you are 21 or over. 1. Adiõs - Inspired by the vibrant spirit of Mexico City, this tequila...
Biden-Harris Administration announces $20.4M in funding to address pollution, stimulate economic growth in Alabama
VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WBRC) - Leaders with Land and Minerals Management traveled to Vestavia Hills, Alabama Wednesday to announce more than $20.4 million in funding from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to help address pollution, create jobs, and spur economic opportunities in the state. Millions of Americans live...
Jefferson County approves speed limit increase on Morgan Road
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — The speed limit on Morgan Road changed from 40 miles per hour to 55. The Jefferson County Commission voted Thursday morning in favor of the increase, which would run from Bessemer to Helena. County leaders said now that the road is no longer two lanes, the speed limit on the road should increase to reflect the changes.
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