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Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill shifting control of the Birmingham Water Works Board from Birmingham to neighboring suburbs and statewide officials. The move, opposed by Birmingham's mayor, is contested in a federal lawsuit alleging racial discrimination, as the mostly Black city of Birmingham stands to lose significant influence. The new board structure aims to address rate hikes and infrastructure issues but faces criticism for potentially exacerbating representation disparities. A hearing is set for May 15.

Courtesy: wtop.com

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