With chilly temperatures sticking around, Jefferson County Emergency Management has some advice to help you stay safe and ...

The Birmingham City Council is urging state lawmakers to strengthen Alabama’s gun laws, particularly state laws surrounding conversion devices.

Empty, neglected homes are not only an eyesore but a potential safety hazard for those squatting inside, which is why the Birmingham City Council is working to crack down on blight.

Deputy Director Chris Tate of Jefferson County EMA emphasizes that there’s no such thing as overplanning when it comes to protecting the community.