The new “best cities” are the ones you can afford.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is seeing her political influence grow among Democrats as chatter builds about her future. Ocasio-Cortez had her latest win over the last week when her ...

The city’s first council meeting since December quickly turned chaotic as Mayor Rob Sims walked in, adjourned the meeting, and left, setting off an explosive debate over whether council members could ...

The Birmingham Metropolitan Area is home to more than 1.2 million people, nearly a quarter of Alabama’s total population, ...

When most people imagine budget-friendly Alabama living, they picture sacrificing comfort and culture for savings, but ...

The real estate market in Sheffield represents perhaps the most compelling aspect of the city’s affordability story. With ...

Alabama’s restaurant scene is poised for another growth spurt in 2026, as national chains and regional operators line up new locations across the state. From expanding suburbs outside Birmingham to ...

The city of Greenville, Ala., signed a letter of intent with Frey Medical Management to begin management operations and pursue the purchase of Regional Medical Center of Central Alabama. Frey Medical ...

Birmingham has landed the No. 4 spot on Realtor.com’s 2026 list of best cities for a first-time homebuyer. The ranking reflects the city’s affordability, strong local economy and plentiful amenities ...