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Retired lawman killed in auto crash had been popular Homewood officer
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... on Interstate 20/59 just before 8 a.m. when a car crossed the median and struck him, according to the Jefferson County Coroner's Office. Johnson was pronounced dead on the scene. There were three cars involved in the crash, authorities said. A woman ... Comment?
Birmingham Sewer Vanity Follies
... of bribery, money laundering, conspiracy and tax evasion in federal court when he was president of the Jefferson County Commission. Langford was undone by vanity. He charged more clothes than he could pay at many of the finest stores in the ... Comment?
Our View: The Jefferson County Commission president's decision not to ...
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... Fine Collins to kick around anymore. So says Collins, the much-maligned president of the even more maligned Jefferson County Commission. Bettye Fine Collins: Won't run for re-election. (The Birmingham News/Bernard Troncale). It's not really a ... Comment?
Walter Braswell, former interim U.S. attorney in Birmingham, dies at 55
... on the foibles of Alabama politicians. Mr. Braswell helped represent some politicians, including former Jefferson County Commissioner Gary White who faced bribery and other charges. He also helped a political newcomer named Vanessa Hill successfully ... Comment?
2 Birmingham teens face capital murder charges
Jefferson County District Judge Katrina Ross bound over capital murder charges today against two Birmingham teens charged in a November shooting in which a prosecutor contends the defendants robbed the victim of a large amount of marijuana. Comment?
... a few of the issues that will confront state lawmakers in 2010. That's why Senator Rodger Smitherman (D) of Jefferson County is planning two public forums before the session begins. The first is Monday from 5:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. at the Avondale ... Comment?
Fairfield a blazing a traila for other Iowa cities eyeing sustainability
Lonnie Gamble, who lives in a solar and wind powered straw bale home in this Jefferson County community, hasn't paid a gas or electric bill in two decades. Comment?
Q&A: Jefferson County occupational, business fee refunds
After a hearing set for Tuesday, Circuit Judge David Rains is expected to resolve details on refunds he has ordered for occupational and business license fees that Jefferson County collected after Rains ruled the levies invalid on Jan. Comment?
*Video/pictures to be added by Monday morning.* From Jefferson County Sheriff Mike Hale: "Let's start out the new year on a strong note. If you've seen either of this week's suspects, we ask you to give Crime Stoppers an anonymous call, and let us ... Comment?
Federal Building to be closed Monday and Tuesday
Five people potentially exposed to a powdery substance contained in a letter delivered to the Robert Vance Federal building are being treated with antibiotics, said Jefferson County Health Officer Michael Fleenor. Comment?
Envelope with powdery substance inside removed from federal courthouse building in Birmingham
... p.m. today and came out more than two hours later. Annette Davis, emergency management officer with the Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency, said at 4 p.m. that the envelope and substance had been removed from the building. She said the ... Comment?
MAGIC: In an act of rare cooperation among local governments, Birmingham and Jefferson and Shelby counties announced last week they will work together to replace an unsafe bridge on Grants Mill Road that was closed in December. Comment?
Birmingham mayor's race: William Bell, Patrick Cooper size up region
... Years ago, police couldn't even communicate across municipal borders, but cooperation changed that. Jefferson County's shared purchasing lets governments buy in bulk to save money. And this year, the Birmingham Regional Chamber of Commerce and the ... Comment?
Number of Homicides Decline Around Alabama
... of officers in several units for reducing all crime in the city this year, including homicide. In all of Jefferson County, there were 115 homicides in 2009, down from 125 in 2008, 135 in 2007 and 151 in 2006. Click here to post or read all 0 ... Comment?
'Jesus Christ' Reports for Jury Duty in Alabama
Jesus Christ was called for jury duty this week in Jefferson County, but was sent home for being disruptive. Comment?
Jesus Christ was called for jury duty this week in Jefferson County, but was sent home for being disruptive. Comment?
Homicide figures show decline around Alabama
... rk of officers in several units for reducing all crime in the city this year, including homicide. In all of Jefferson County, there were 115 homicides in 2009, down from 125 in 2008, 135 in 2007 and 151 in 2006. Comment?
... of officers in several units for reducing all crime in the city this year, including homicide. In all of Jefferson County, there were 115 homicides in 2009, down from 125 in 2008, 135 in 2007 and 151 in 2006. ___ Information from: The Birmingham ... Comment?
Human skull found in west Birmingham
... tonight. Officers from the West Precinct searched the area, but were unable to find additional remains. The Jefferson County Coroner's Office took the skull and said it appears to be that of a white male. Deputy Coroner Chris Moore said tonight they ... Comment?
It has been a rough 2009 for the Jefferson County Commission but Commission President Bettye Fine Collins says she has no regrets. Comment?