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Dazzling Dress Exhibition Opening at Birmingham Public Library on July 10
By Margaret Splane | Birmingham Public Library On Friday, July 10, a dazzling exhibition of 12 dresses by 12 Alabama artists will open at the Central Library. Embodied: Contemporary Takes on the Dress is the result of a collective desire to create dresses for the purpose of telling personal stories. Featured artists include Amanda Banks, […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, July 12, 2026 10:04:06 AM
Colleagues, leaders pay tribute to Lindsey GrahamTributes are pouring in for Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who died from a “brief and sudden illness” on Saturday night at the age of 71. President Trump called Graham “one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known, in a Truth Social post on Sunday. “He was always working, and was a true [...]...
CBS 42 at Sunday, July 12, 2026 8:17:17 AM
Despite youth, Floyd believes Huskies have the pieces to competeThe Hewitt-Trussville Huskies enter the 2026 season with a roster that is young in some spots, but not without experience.
CBS 42 at Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:01:40 PM
New Hearing set in Birmingham AI Data Center Lawsuit Following Judges RecusalBy Lisa Crane and Taylor Lang | WVTM A newly assigned Jefferson County judge will hear arguments Tuesday on whether a challenge to a proposed Birmingham AI data center can resume where it left off after the previous judge recused herself. Circuit Judge Javan Patton Crayton set a status and scheduling conference for 9:30 a.m. […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, July 13, 2026 8:03:18 AM
Valley Post restaurants close less than six months after openingAll four Valley Post restaurants in Chelsea have closed less than six months after opening as the Pihakis Restaurant Group faces lawsuits and millions in liens.
280 Living at Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:03:42 AM
Man charged in Pickens County double homicidePICKENS COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- A man is facing multiple charges, including capital murder, in connection to a double homicide in Pickens County. According to the Pickens County Sheriff's Office, authorities responded to the scene of a burglary on County Road 49 around 12:15 a.m. Sunday. There deputies discovered a suspect, identified as George Birmingham, [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 1:38:11 PM
Schumacher, Crumpton win Miss Hoover, Miss Hoover's Teen 2027Julia Schumacher is a University of Alabama student from Minnesota, and Cambree Crumpton is a Chilton County High School student from Clanton.
280 Living at Monday, July 13, 2026 9:04:07 AM
2 former Blount County corrections officers indicted in inmate's deathBLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- Two former Blount County corrections officers were indicted on murder charges following the death of an inmate. Joseph Evans, 26, and Liletzy Carbajal, 19, are both charged with felony murder and second-degree assault. Court documents say on Jan. 25, both Evans and Carbajal repeatedly dry stunned Arthur Morse with a [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 5:52:36 PM
Alabama cardiologist explains medical emergency blamed in Sen. Graham's deathAn Alabama cardiologist explained the medical emergency that Washington medical examiners believe killed U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham on Saturday night.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 5:56:53 PM
Shelby County Commission to consider $1.6 million for Double Oak Park expansionThe county is partnering with the Forever Wild Land Trust to add 907 acres to Double Oak Park, doubling the park's size.
280 Living at Monday, July 13, 2026 1:03:59 AM
Pedestrian struck, shots fired during confrontation in OdenvilleA pedestrian was struck and shots were fired Sunday afternoon following a series of events in Odenville.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 10:04:54 AM
Blind chocolate taste test challenges sweet tooth at Mt Laurel LibraryAdults can put their taste buds to the test by identifying popular chocolate bars during a blindfolded tasting experience.
280 Living at Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:03:42 AM
Springville police requesting information on suspect allegedly connected to bank robberyThe Springville Police Department is requesting information following a bank robbery Monday.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 5:28:05 PM
Stormy Pattern Continues Through Midweek Before Summer Heat ReturnsCBS 42 Weather Live Channel: An upper-level low will linger across the state, triggering showers and storms through the evening. Some could be strong, with heavy rain and gusty winds. Storms will end tonight, leaving lingering clouds and a few showers. It will be mild and muggy, with lows in the 70s. Our weather pattern [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 3:48:39 PM
Alabama Power knows transformative growth sometimes requires transformer growthGrowth doesnt just mean more homes, businesses and traffic. It also means more demand for electricity. As communities across Alabama continue to expand, Alabama Power makes moves necessary to serve customers. Take western Mobile County, where some neighborhoods have doubled and tripled in size over the last several years. Alabama Power met those growing needs [...]...
Alabama Power at Monday, July 13, 2026 12:32:22 PM
2026 Arts Block Party feat. Terrance Simien & The Zydeco ExperienceMark your calendar for September 18 at 5 p.m. and join us for the biggest arts celebration of the season! The UAB Center for the Arts Block Party is a free, family-friendly evening filled with music, art, food, and fun for all ages. Enjoy local food trucks, creative vendors, live DJ music, giveaways, and interactive experiences throughout the evening. The galleries […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:30:32 PM
American Red Cross declares emergency blood shortageBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The American Red Cross is asking for donors as they're facing an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. They say a steep decline in blood donations since May has created a growing gap between supply and patient need. They're asking for donors of all blood [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 1:42:44 PM
Aritzia and PopUp Bagels set to debut at The SummitAritzia and PopUp Bagels are expected to open their first Alabama locations at The Summit later this summer.
280 Living at Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:03:42 AM
Central Alabama Water board re-elects chairman, vice chairmanThe Central Alabama Water Board of Directors re-elected Tommy Hudson as chairman and Philip Wiedmeyer as vice chairman during its regular meeting Friday, July 10. Both were elected to another one-year term.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, July 12, 2026 12:46:14 PM
Learn the art of nautical-themed cookie decorating at Cat-n-Bird WineryAward-winning cookie artist Shannon Lescarini will teach royal icing techniques and decorating tips during a beginner-friendly nautical-themed class in Chelsea.
280 Living at Monday, July 13, 2026 9:04:07 AM
Birmingham contractor working on $563 million Florida hospitalThe hospital is set to open in 2028.
AL.com at Monday, July 13, 2026 3:10:16 PM
Vishnu, Davis & HaleighJoin us for a pay-what-you-choose performance this summer featuring Indian artist Vishnu Ramprasad on his self-invented instrument dubbed NAVTAR® alongside Birmingham-based guitar-and-violin duo Davis Little and Haleigh Black. Vishnu, Davis & Haleigh blend musical traditions from Alabama and India, creating a vibrant sound that is both modern and deeply rooted in tradition. Biography: Vishnu, Davis & Haleigh is a cross-cultural collaboration between Davis & Haleigh, a guitar-and-vi...
Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 8, 2026 3:30:30 PM
Birmingham: The New Plantation Owners Dont Grow Cotton –They Harvest DataBy Randy Hutcheson Every day, Birmingham residents generate enormous amounts of monetizable digital exhaust — streaming movies, using GPS, storing files in the cloud, scrolling social media, shopping online, and increasingly asking AI to do tasks for us. That data has real monetary value. According to a story in the Baltimore Sun “Your personal data has a … Continue reading Birmingham: The New Plantation Owners Dont Grow Cotton –They Harvest Data →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, July 7, 2026 2:31:06 PM
Trussville paving scheduled for several roadsPaving is scheduled to begin next week on several roads in Trussville, according to Mayor Ben Short.
CBS 42 at Monday, July 13, 2026 5:08:28 PM
Texas man, Birmingham woman shot to death in IrondaleThe shooting happened in the 700 block of Stone Wall Drive.
AL.com at Monday, July 13, 2026 10:32:45 AM
Foundation, structure are the goals for Center Point footballThe Center Point Eagles are beginning the season with a new head coach for the second time in two years as Grady Griffin takes over for DreMail King who, after a 1-9 season that saw great improvement despite a lack of success on the scoreboard, was let go from the position.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, July 12, 2026 12:37:39 PM
Chelsea Park hosts free outdoor movie night with How to Train Your DragonFamilies are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs for an evening under the stars as Chelsea Park screens the live-action adaptation of the beloved fantasy adventure.
280 Living at Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:03:42 AM
The Souths Best Colleges: University of North Alabama The University of North Alabama (UNA) in Florence, Alabama, stands as a beacon of innovation and student-centered excellence, leading the charge in preparing students…
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B-Metro at Sunday, July 5, 2026 4:32:24 PM
Cant Get Away? UAB Experts Share How to Have a Great Family Summer StaycationBy Mirella Bitas | UAB News For families who are staying in town this summer, it can seem like there are not many ways to keep children occupied without a device. Experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham share educational and active ways to keep children engaged. Activities to get the whole family moving The United States […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, July 13, 2026 10:02:53 PM
A Foreign Company Wants a 79-Acre AI Factory in Your Neighborhood. Speak Up June 9thBy Allison Black Cornelius A foreign-owned tech company wants to build a massive 79-acre AI Mega Factory in Oxmoor Valley that consumes as much electricity as 200,000 homes and requires enormous water resources in a county that has suffered drought conditions in 17 of the last 20 years. They want to put it right in … Continue reading A Foreign Company Wants a 79-Acre AI Factory in Your Neighborhood. Speak Up June 9th →...
Comeback Town at Friday, July 3, 2026 5:01:49 PM
Step Afrika!Feel the rhythm and experience the energy of Step Afrika! live in Birmingham, AL, the worlds first professional company dedicated to the tradition of stepping, a powerful form of percussive dance rooted in African American culture. Blending dance, storytelling, humor, and audience participation, Step Afrika! transforms the stage into a vibrant celebration of rhythm, movement, and culture — keeping Birmingham audiences engaged […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:30:34 PM
Shelby County school board OKs new athletic director, career tech principalStallings, Reed chosen to fill systemwide roles...
280 Living at Monday, July 13, 2026 1:03:59 AM
Ramsay star Karlos May nears college decisionRamsay defensive tackle Karlos May is nearing his college decision.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 10:11:46 PM
Tigers building stability in Lumpkins 1st yearThe Springville Tigers have seen a good bit of turnaround at the head football coach position over the past few years with the longest-tenured coach in recent memory being Keith Maple who coached the Tigers from 2001 – 2013.
CBS 42 at Sunday, July 12, 2026 12:09:37 PM
Countdown to kickoff: 50 days until high school football seasonThe high school football season begins in a few weeks.
280 Living at Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:03:42 AM
Steel City Legacy Gala Event on July 18 Will Celebrate Birmingham HeroesSpecial to the Times A new event, inspired by the Met Gala, is coming to Birmingham to celebrate local trailblazers, support emerging leaders and uplift the community. The Steel City Legacy Gala, set for July 18 at WorkPlay, will recognize more than 40 individuals for excellence in business, media, fashion, leadership, and community service. “The […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, July 12, 2026 2:02:53 PM
Young Thug coming to Birmingham Sept. 25BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Rapper Young Thug announced that his The New Generation tour will stop at Coca-Cola Amphitheater in Birmingham on Sept. 25. Young Thug's popular songs include Check, Digits and Best Friend. Nav will join him in Birmingham. Presale tickets will be available July 15 at 10 a.m. General on-sale tickets begin July [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 11:43:41 AM
Hoover Planning and Zoning Commission to meet July 6The action meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m., with a work session at 5:30 p.m.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:03:59 PM
Heavy police presence at Shelby County apartment complexSHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- There is a heavy police presence Monday evening at an apartment complex on Shoal Run Trail, according to the Shelby County Sheriff's Office. The department stated that an investigation is underway at Madison Place Apartments. They clarified that there is no active threat to the community. No further details are [...]...
CBS 42 at Monday, July 13, 2026 7:02:23 PM
Chelsea Farmers Market offers local produce, baked goods and handmade productsShoppers can browse fresh seasonal produce and handcrafted goods while supporting area farmers, artisans and small businesses at the weekly market.
280 Living at Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:03:42 AM
Police investigating burglary find Alabama couple killed in another home break-inGeorge Birmingham 45, is charged with is charged with capital murder in the deaths of Justin Elrod, 43, and Lena Elrod, 42.
AL.com at Monday, July 13, 2026 2:09:41 PM
Film Screening: Annihilation (2018)Join us for a screening of Alex Garlands 2018 sci-fi thriller Annihilation, presented in conjunction with our current exhibition, Erin Jane Nelson: Living and Working. Loosely based on the first novel in Jeff VanderMeers Southern Reach Trilogy (2014), Annihilation follows a group of scientists who enter a mysterious, quarantined zone called the Shimmer, where evolution […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, July 10, 2026 2:00:43 PM
A Full-Circle Moment: Meet The Birmingham Times New Editor, Javacia Harris BowserA Note from Publisher Samuel P. Martin I am pleased to announce that Javacia Harris Bowser has been named the new executive editor of The Birmingham Times, bringing a strong voice, a clear editorial vision, and a deep commitment to meaningful storytelling to the role. In this new position, Javacia will help guide our content […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, July 13, 2026 7:04:13 PM
Lindsey Graham's sister to finish his Senate termPresident Trump threw his support behind, stating her appointment would be a fabulous tribute to her brother.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 3:28:16 PM
Shooting at Tuscaloosa Circle K under investigationA shooting at a Circle K that left one person with critical injuries may have been in self-defense, according to Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 9:41:05 AM
Birmingham man killed in Fultondale crashA single-vehicle crash resulted in the death of a Birmingham man Monday morning.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 10:38:46 AM
Alabama politicians react to death of US Sen. Lindsey GrahamAlabama politicians released statements Sunday following the announcement that U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, died from a “brief and sudden illness” Saturday evening at the age of 71.
CBS 42 at Sunday, July 12, 2026 8:49:42 AM
280 corridor events guide: July 2026See what's happening along the 280 corridor in July.
280 Living at Monday, July 13, 2026 2:03:47 AM
The George Barber I Knew: The Visionary Who Brought the World to BirminghamBy Don Erwin Many fine articles have been published about George Barbers life and accomplishments. I would like to add a personal perspective. I first met George about 1997 when I visited the Barber Museum in downtown Birmingham, where Trim Tab is now located. From the outside, it looked like an old warehouse, but inside, … Continue reading The George Barber I Knew: The Visionary Who Brought the World to Birmingham →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, July 9, 2026 9:03:26 AM
StoryCorps Concludes its Stop in Birmingham with Community Event Celebrating Brightness in BlackBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Birmingham residents gathered at the historic Carver Theater Saturday evening for an event centered on conversation, community and the power of storytelling. The Community Playback, presented by StoryCorps Brightness in Black initiative, gave attendees the chance to listen to impactful and insightful interviews that sought to cultivate […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, July 13, 2026 9:03:06 AM
Oteys Fest 2026Oteys Tavern Proudly Announces Oteys Fest 2026! WHEN: Saturday, July 25th, 2026 – RAIN OR SHINE! WHERE: Oteys Tavern in Crestline – 224 Country Clb…
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B-Metro at Thursday, July 9, 2026 6:33:06 PM
Hoover Public Library to host 'Sci-Fi/Fantasy Faire'HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Hoover Public Library will host its Sci-Fi/Fantasy Faire on Saturday, July 25. This event will last from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Sci-Fi/Fantasy Faire will feature discussion panels, a costume contest, vendors, crafts and more. More details can be found here.
CBS 42 at Monday, July 13, 2026 3:13:03 PM
A2 Church seeks approval for expansion in Inverness areaA2 Church is seeking approval for a 2,000-square-foot expansion in the Inverness area to add space for youth and childrens ministries.
280 Living at Monday, July 13, 2026 1:03:59 AM
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Bham Now at Saturday, July 11, 2026 1:03:51 AM
Littering is Stupid: Annual Litter Quitters Committee Shares Annual Video Competition CampaignBy Holly Lynne Killian | Special to The Times “Littering is stupid! Be a litter quitter!” This straightforward message is what the Litter Quitters Committee aims to instill in Jefferson County high school students and residents. Now in its ninth year, the Committee is dedicated to educating the community about the harmful effects of litter […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, July 13, 2026 8:03:10 PM
2 found dead in Pickens CountyA man and a woman were found dead in Pickens County early Sunday.
CBS 42 at Sunday, July 12, 2026 1:19:02 PM
Chelsea council rezones property along US 280 for residential, commercial usesTwenty new homes are planned near the entrance to Forest Parks.
280 Living at Monday, July 13, 2026 9:04:07 AM
Man, woman killed in Irondale double homicideIRONDALE, Ala. (WIAT) -- A man and woman were shot and killed in an apparent double homicide in Irondale, according to the Jefferson County Coroner's Office. The victims have been positively identified, but family has not yet been notified of the deaths. Authorities say it is a 32-year-old woman from Birmingham and a 33-year-old man [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 10:27:06 AM
Jefferson County man charged with animal crueltyA Jefferson County man was arrested and charged with animal cruelty after the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office received an anonymous tip Sunday.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 13, 2026 7:19:54 PM
Hoover council to consider $28 million incentive package MondayThe Broad Metro development company's incentive request is slated to be considered at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 13.
280 Living at Monday, July 13, 2026 1:03:59 AM
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