Kenyan R. McDuffie resigned from the D.C. Council after 13 years of service, during which he championed policies that enhanced economic security, public safety, and affordable housing, and expressed interest in running for mayor in the future.
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By Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO) has been in Birmingham since 1905 and is celebrating its 121st year. On Thursday, the Jefferson County Commission made sure the company won’t be leaving anytime soon. The Commission voted unanimously to approve ACIPCO’s anticipated investment of $793.1 million in its North […]
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By Ameera Steward | For The Birmingham Times Originally from Adamsville, Ala., Kennedi Spurling is adding a new and active space to the city of Birmingham. The Pilates Dwelling is a studio dedicated to cultivating an experience that supports strength, intention, and presence. “I wanted to provide a space for people to come that made […]
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By Javacia Harris Bowser | For The Birmingham Times When I heard about The Pilates Dwelling, I was eager to check out a Black woman-owned studio. I attended my first class at TPD on a frigid December morning, but about halfway through the session, I’d started to sweat. TPD is owned by Kennedi Spurling, who […]
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As 2025 ended, the District of Columbia saw a second consecutive year of significant declines in violent crime. While reported numbers show progress, federal and local officials remain at odds over the accuracy of the data and what it means for public safety.
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