"Birmingham's Hidden Dangers: Insights from Columnist John Archibald"

(By John Archibald | jarchibald@al.com)Editor’s Note: AL.com’s “Beyond the Violence” project explores Birmingham’s potential for overcoming crime, aiming for a safer, healthier future. Birmingham is a paradox: dangerous yet beautiful, capable of heartbreak and hope. This city’s spirit requires unity and leadership to thrive—without them, we risk losing everything we hold dear.