Aniah Blanchard Case, New Superintendent: November In Review

BIRMINGHAM, AL — As November ends, a look back on some of the significant news items in the Birmingham area features the disappearance of 19-year-old Homewood resident Aniah Blanchard, Jefferson County's hiring of its first African American school superintendent and a major lawsuit on the anniversary of the death of EJ Bradford, among other stories.

Here are some of the stories that made headlines on patch this month:

Accused Jefferson County Drug Kingpin And Crew Indicted

Federal and local law enforcement arrested 14 defendants indicted in November as part of a multi-million dollar continuing criminal enterprise and conspiracy to distribute heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, and marijuana, mainly within western Jefferson County.

Alabama Fan Charged With Murdering LSU Fan During Game

A Littleville, Alabama, man is charged with murder, after police say he shot a friend amidst a fight during the Alabama/LSU game.

Walter Gonsoulin Named Jefferson County Superintendent

The Jefferson County Board of Education approved the permanent hire of Dr. Walter Gonsoulin as superintendent, making him the first African American to head the system in its 120-year history.

EJ Bradford's Family To File Civil Rights Suit 1 Year After Death

The family of Emantic "EJ" Bradford announced on the anniversary of his death that they will file a civil rights lawsuit against the Hoover Police Department.

Homewood Teenager Aniah Blanchard Kidnapped, Killed

The body of Aniah Blanhard, a student at Southern Union College in Auburn who had not been seen since Oct. 23., was found in Macon County. Three men have been arrested in connection with her disappearance.