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Dr. Linda Davis, a special education teacher at Hesse K-8 School in Savannah, Ga., was killed Feb. 16 after a man fleeing Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents crashed into her vehicle during a traffic stop attempt. The driver, Oscar Vasquez-Lopez, faces multiple charges, including first-degree homicide, as community members and officials mourn Davis’ death and debate ICE enforcement practices surrounding the incident.
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Black History Month celebrates the centennial anniversary of Black History Week, honoring the legacy of Black leaders and the progress made in the fight for racial equality, while also acknowledging the ongoing struggle against racism and the need for continued progress.
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By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times More than 200 students from Birmingham and Jefferson County schools, ranging from elementary to high school, gathered at Red Mountain Theatre (RMT) on Friday for the fifth annual YouthSpeak showcase. The gathering, a partnership between Birmingham City Councilor Crystal N. Smitherman and RMT, amplifies the voices of young […]

By James Giles | WBRC As temperatures begin to rise, the Birmingham Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for another busy summer at city pools. But before swimmers can dive in, the city is working to ensure there are enough certified lifeguards on deck. Rod Isaac, aquatics supervisor for the City of Birmingham, said the […]

By Samuel P. Martin | President and Publisher It has been a couple of days since we learned of the passing of the The Reverend Jesse Jackson, and I have had a little time to think about his legacy. I grew up in a small town in southeastern Ohio in the 1960’s and 70’s, and […]