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A Night with Legacy: Birminghams Black Business Community Discusses Growth, Barriers and Potential
By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times In honor of National Black Business Month, Birmingham connectivity platform Network Navigator brought together some of the citys most recognizable names in the small-business community on Tuesday for an open conversation about the state of Black businesses in Birmingham. A Night with Legacy: The State of Black Business, […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:51 PM
Gadsden man arrested, charged with first-degree rapeETOWAH COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Gadsden man was arrested and charged with rape, according to Sheriff Jonathon Horton. Matthew Crane was arrested Aug. 19 and taken to the Etowah County Jail. He has been charged with first-degree rape. Investigator Brandi Simmons said a victim disclosed that she had been sexually assaulted by Crane for [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 4:22:54 PM
Megan Montgomery Foundation marks fourth anniversary with $40,000 UAB grantThe Megan Montgomery Foundation celebrated four years of work and announced a $40,000 grant supporting a relationship violence prevention production at UAB.
280 Living at Friday, August 21, 2026 12:04:19 PM
August 20, 2026____________________________ EMPLOYMENT ______________________________ Assistant Professor University of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC seeks Assistant Professor to conduct clinical activities as obstetric anesthesiologist in Birmingham, AL. Will also perform teaching, research, and service to the UAB Heersink School of Medicine. Must have completed fellowship in obstetric anesthesiology and be BC/BE in anesthesiology and eligible for Alabama […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:47 PM
WATCH: Birmingham police to host joint press conference with U.S. Attorney's OfficeBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is hosting a joint press conference with the U.S. Attorneys Office regarding an “8-Point Crime Reduction Plan.”...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 20, 2026 2:32:46 PM
Alabama Power Service Organization assists at kids fishing rodeo in EufaulaMore than 80 kids from ages 6 to 18 woke up bright and early to gather for one of the biggest fishing rodeos of the summer on Lake Eufaula. Action Marine and Eufaula Parks & Recreation teamed up to host the annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Old Creek Town Park. The lake was stocked with [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, August 20, 2026 1:32:16 PM
Chelsea joins national price-fixing lawsuit against fire truck manufacturersMore than 60 plaintiffs across the country have joined the lawsuit.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
ALDOT seeking input on upcoming I-59 bridge replacements in St. Clair CountyST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Alabama Department of Transportation is seeking public input on two bridge replacement proposals on I-59 in St. Clair County. The projects would be over Big Canoe Creek and Muckleroy Creek. According to ALDOT, the current bridges were built in the 1960s, and their deterioration and narrow widths require [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 20, 2026 4:26:18 PM
Hoover council to consider ALDOT assistance with paving assessmentThe city is slated to receive $120,000 in state money to help with laser scanning pavement conditions.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
District 8 Town Hall Outlines Neighborhood Investments, Addresses Resident ConcernsBy Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times On Tuesday, around 90 District 8 residents sat in the pews of Sardis Baptist Church to hear whats next for the area from Birmingham City Councilwoman Sonja Q. Smith and Alabama Representative Travis Hendrix, including a new $100,000 capital improvement project. “Im really excited about that,” Smith […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, August 21, 2026 6:02:50 AM
Back to School, Back to the Budget: The Financial Reset Families Need This FallEvery August, families reset the alarm clocks, pack the backpacks and settle into new routines. But there’s another reset that deserves a place on the back-to-school checklist: the family budget. The first days of school bring visible changes: new schedules, new teachers, new activities. What’s less visible — but just as important — is how […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:46 PM
Hanceville woman identified in fatal Fultondale I-65 crashFULTONDALE, Ala. (WIAT) -- A 35-year-old woman who was killed in a crash on I-65 South in Fultondale was identified Thursday. Katherine England, of Hanceville, was the sole occupant of a vehicle involved in a multi-vehicle crash around 6:50 p.m. on I-65 South near Exit 267. England was pronounced dead at the scene. The Alabama [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 20, 2026 9:57:39 AM
Shelby County Chamber luncheon celebrates industry and innovationThe Shelby County Chamber and 58 INC will recognize the industries, businesses and workforce helping drive investment, employment and innovation throughout Shelby County.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
Follow high school football with Under the LightsThe Under the Lights team has you covered this football season.
280 Living at Friday, August 21, 2026 12:04:19 PM
280 corridor open houses August 22-23Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
Birmingham cycling community mourning loss of 2 cyclists struck and killed by vehiclesBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Two cyclists were struck by vehicles over the past week while riding their bikes in the Birmingham area. According to our sister station WJHL, Wednesday morning, two members of the Milligan University Cycling team in Tennessee were also killed, and several others were injured when they were struck by a vehicle. [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 19, 2026 10:01:27 PM
Cordova woman killed in homicide, man charged with murderWALKER COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating a homicide after a 59-year-old woman was killed Wednesday. Authorities launched an investigation into a homicide in the 600 block of Beville Drive in Cordova. Sandra Moore, of Cordova, was identified as the victim. Billy Reid, 65, of Cordova, was arrested and charged [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 11:25:10 AM
UNCF Announces Historic $12 Million Gift from The James and Judith K. Dimon Foundation to Help StrenSpecial to The Times WASHINGTON, D.C. — UNCF announced on Thursday The Dimon Fund to Advance Economic Opportunity. This historic $12 million gift from The James and Judith K. Dimon Foundation to strengthen the long-term sustainability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Alabama has four colleges getting $1 million each — more than any […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:43 PM
Greystone Golf and Country Club marks 35 years as 280 corridor landmarkGreystone Golf and Country Club celebrates 35 years as a landmark along the U.S. 280 corridor, known for its championship courses, community impact and continued growth.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 6:04:07 AM
Run for the Wall motorcyclists stopped in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to honor veteransA convoy of more than 300 veteran motorcyclists, active-duty military and patriotic supporters arrived at the Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center on May 19 as part of the annual Run for the Wall (RFTW) event. The 10-day event started in Ontario, California, and riders took different routes across the country (including the Central, Southern, Midway [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, August 20, 2026 5:34:22 PM
Ridge Crossings residents without consistent running water for three daysHOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) — Residents at Ridge Crossings in Hoover say they have been without consistent running water for three days. Beau Creek, who has lived at Ridge Crossings for the past year and a half, said what was supposed to be routine water maintenance has become an uncomfortable, scary and crazy experience. “A pipe [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 9:29:06 PM
Jury says New York Times defamed Alabama basketball player with incorrect story about shootingTUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama jury on Thursday awarded $9.25 million in damages after finding that the New York Times defamed a college basketball player by incorrectly reporting that he was at the scene of a fatal shooting in Tuscaloosa. Kai Spears, who played for the University of Alabama mens team, sued the Times [...]...
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 20, 2026 8:33:46 PM
Week 1 Football Preview: Season kicks offHigh school football season has arrived.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
Alabaster man killed in I-459 crash identifiedVESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WIAT) -- A man who was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on I-459 in Vestavia Hills was identified Friday. George Nathu, 20, of Alabaster, was the sole occupant of a vehicle involved in the crash. His vehicle caught fire after the collision at about 5:20 a.m. on I-459 North. He was pronounced [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 9:05:32 AM
Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan Named to 2026-27 Leadership Alabama ClassBirmingham City Schools Among the 72 members of Leadership Alabama Class XXXVI is Birmingham City Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan. Leadership Alabama is a statewide program of Alabama leaders engaged in creating a network of relationships that seeks mutual understanding of problems and priorities for Alabamas future. The program year will launch on Wednesday, October […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, August 21, 2026 9:03:24 AM
Annual Celebration of the ArtsJoin us for an evening of celebration honoring the many members of our community who play an integral role in supporting and advancing the arts. This event is open to the public to celebrate the arts community at UAB Center for the Arts. The evening will include a preview of the programming planned for the […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 20, 2026 12:00:36 PM
Jefferson County Coroner Identifies Man, 38, Shot and Killed by BPD Officer in UAB St. Vincents ParBy Taylor Lang and Riley Conlon | WVTM The Jefferson County coroner released the name Tuesday of the 38-year-old man who was shot and killed by a Birmingham police officer last week at a parking deck at UAB St. Vincents Birmingham. Matthew Sean Massey, of Birmingham, was the man identified. Birmingham police said an officer […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, August 21, 2026 9:03:18 AM
Hot, Drier, and Tolerable Humidity Levels This WeekendAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Weekend Outlook: The cold front will push into South Alabama on Saturday. Northerly winds will return as high pressure builds north of the state, bringing slightly lower humidity. Most of the weekend should be dry with plenty of sunshine, although a stray pop-up shower or thunderstorm cannot be ruled out. [...]...
CBS 42 at Saturday, August 22, 2026 6:00:00 AM
Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Challenging Birminghams Regional Water BoardBy Joseph D. Bryant | jbryant@al.com A federal judge in Birmingham has tossed out a lawsuit from two former Birmingham Water Works Board members that challenged the state intervention that reorganized the utility into a regional entity and removed the citys dominance over the asset. U.S. District Judge Anna Manasco Thursday dismissed the lawsuit filed […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, August 21, 2026 6:02:51 AM
Walker County District Attorney addresses murder of 59-year-old Cordova WomanCORDOVA, Ala. (WIAT) -- Questions are being raised in Walker County after police say a 59-year-old woman was murdered by a man previously arrested for threatening to kill her. According to court documents, Billy Wayne Reid has been charged with the murder of Sandra Moore in Cordova on Aug. 19. In July, Reid was charged [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 7:55:32 PM
India HicksFor a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Once you become a member, you will automatically receive an email with a link to purchase tickets. Become a member Join us at the Alys Stephens Center for […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 20, 2026 3:00:37 PM
WATCH: Under the Lights podcast sets up 2026 seasonSports editor Kyle Parmley talks 280 corridor football and the rest of the area in this week's return episode.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
Football Friday: The first gameday of the seasonHigh school football in the 280 corridor begins Friday night.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
5 defendants reach agreements in Hanceville Police Department corruption caseCULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — Five of the six defendants indicted in connection with a corruption investigation involving the Hanceville Police Department have reached agreements with the state, Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker announced Wednesday. Jason Wilbanks, Eric Kelso, Donna Kelso and former Hanceville Police Chief Jason Marlin pleaded guilty to various charges. William [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 19, 2026 8:49:15 PM
Birmingham Police, Federal Agencies Discuss Joint Approach to Crime ReductionBy ABC 33/40 BIRMINGHAM — Birmingham police say a push to work more closely with federal law enforcement is leading to a significant increase in cases being prosecuted federally as the city targets violent offenders, illegal firearms and other serious crimes. Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett joined U.S. Attorney Phillip Williams Jr. and representatives from […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:42 PM
Alabama names Keelon Russell as starting quarterbackKeelon Russell has beaten out Austin Mack for the starting quarterback job.
CBS 42 at Saturday, August 22, 2026 12:09:52 PM
Alabama's 42+ Evenings | Children's HarborBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Lauren Marino, Director of Strategic Engagement and Marketing for Children's Harbor, joined Alabama's 42+ Evenings to discuss the organization's Fork & Cork Chef's Dinner Series.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 19, 2026 7:34:52 PM
University of Alabama alum says singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo paid for her final semesterTUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) -- A graduate of the University of Alabama, who has made a platform online sharing her journey, recently shared that her final semester was financially supported by singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo. Jamie Causey explained what first led her to creating content on social media as a first-generation student at her dream school. They [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 3:10:01 PM
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument to House Temporary Visitor Center for NPSCompiled From Online Reports The National Park Service is opening a temporary visitor center for the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument while renovations take place at the A.G. Gaston Motel. The temporary visitor center opens Wednesday and will be located in The Commons meeting space at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. The center will be […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:55 PM
Westover residents voice concerns over proposed data centerWestover residents packed a town hall Thursday night to voice concerns and ask questions about a proposed data center that could be built on more than 450 acres near U.S. 280.
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 7:05:02 AM
Heat Continues Friday, Less Humid this WeekendAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: The Heat Advisory remains in effect through 9 PM Friday for parts of Central Alabama, with heat index values of 105-110. A cold front will stall across Central Alabama on Friday, with spotty showers and thunderstorms forecast from morning through evening. A few could be strong, with gusty winds, heavy [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 5:00:00 AM
Birmingham Days Away from One of Worlds Biggest Action Sports FestivalsBy Hunter Williams Shanghai. Montpellier. Budapest. Hiroshima. Birmingham. Read that list again. That’s not a typo — that’s the 2026 stop list for the FISE World Series, one of the largest action sports festivals on Earth, and this August, our city joins it. Birmingham is the only U.S. stop on the entire tour. I’ve sat … Continue reading Birmingham Days Away from One of World’s Biggest Action Sports Festivals →...
Comeback Town at Friday, August 21, 2026 12:01:27 AM
Birmingham officials tout federal partnership as crime declinesBirmingham police and federal law enforcement officials said a partnership launched in 2024 has helped reduce crime by 73% while more than doubling the number of federal prosecutions.
AL.com at Saturday, August 22, 2026 11:32:27 AM
Miles College Leads Transformative Investment Collaboration with Lawson State, Stillman College, BesBy Miles College | miles.edu Miles College President Dr. Bobbie Knight joined Mayor Kenneth Gulley, Bessemer City Schools Superintendent, Milean Michael Turner, The Same House, QTS Data Centers, and education partners Lawson State Community College and Stillman College for the launch of Bessemer Built, a transformative collaboration designed to expand educational access, career pathways, and […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, August 21, 2026 9:03:25 AM
Barricaded subject found dead inside Chilton County residenceThe Chilton County Sheriffs Office confirmed Friday that a person who was barricaded inside a home was found dead.
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 12:51:28 PM
TherapySouth marks 20 years of careTherapySouth is celebrating its 20th anniversary after growing from one clinic to locations across Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
Hoover High School moves to e-learning after receiving threatening messageHoover High School is moving to e-learning Friday after a threatening message was sent to the school.
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 6:37:46 AM
17th Annual Boiling N' Bragging tailgate party happening August 22BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The 17th annual Boiling N' Bragging tailgate event is happening on Aug. 22. The event will take place at 6 p.m. in Crestline Village on Scott Field. Tickets cost $30 in advance and $40 at the door. Proceeds will benefit Critical Care Transport at Children's of Alabama. More details can be [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 21, 2026 3:30:24 PM
Shelby County Commission to hear 2027 budget requests Monday, Aug. 24The budget hearings with department heads are scheduled for 4 p.m. at the Shelby County Administration Building in Columbiana.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
Why Birminghams Sidewalk Film Festival is a Must-Attend Event Year After YearBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Its the most wonderful time of the year! People who know me well know that when they hear me say these words, its not the holiday season. They know its time for Sidewalk Film Festival. Each year 15,000 people gather in Birminghams historic theatre district for the […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:41 PM
Leslie Odom Jr. Added to Alys Stephens Centers 30th Anniversary Season LineupBy Shannon Thomason | UAB News Broadway star Leslie Odom Jr. will perform at the Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center in 2027. The Tony and Grammy award winner will bring his extraordinary voice, magnetic stage presence and genre-spanning artistry to the Alys Stephens Center stage, Friday, June 25, 2027. Tickets from $55. Buy tickets. The Alys Stephens Center is part of […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:02 PM
Hoover Small Business Alliance to discuss keeping prices low in today's economyThe networking breakfast is set for 8 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 6:04:07 AM
Niblett builds new identity from the ground upFirst-year Chelsea head coach Tad Niblett is building a new identity around fundamentals, player development and a young roster entering the 2026 football season.
280 Living at Friday, August 21, 2026 12:04:19 PM
4 injured in Gadsden drive-by shootingFour people were injured in a drive-by shooting outside of a Waffle House in Gadsden Friday night.
CBS 42 at Saturday, August 22, 2026 9:25:41 AM
State legislators pass out discretionary money to Hoover schoolsState Reps. Mike Shaw and David Faulkner last week presented checks to Hoover school officials...
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:03:48 PM
Five to Watch: Birmingham Filmmakers Make A Name For Themselves On ScreenBy Monique Jones | For the Birmingham Times Birminghams film scene is growing exponentially. Over the past 30 years, Birmingham and the greater Jefferson County area have been home to several productions, including Space Jam, Borat, 42 and many others. New Hollywood films such as The Rivals of Amziah King, starring Matthew McConaughey, and, most […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 6:03:06 AM
High school football: Lions roll, Jags hang onBriarwood and Spain Park won their season openers on Friday night, while Oak Mountain lost a close one and Chelsea fell as well.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 5:04:30 AM
Recently sold homes along the 280 corridor: August 2026See some recent real estate sales along the 280 Corridor.
280 Living at Saturday, August 22, 2026 6:04:07 AM
Jamie Heard: Advocate for Alabama Families Featured in New Documentary FilmBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Advocacy work is something Jamie Heard never aspired to do. But on February 16, 2024, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos created through in vitro fertilization (IVF) are legally considered “children” under the state’s Wrongful Death of a Minor Act. This decision abruptly halted IVF […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:57 PM
“Having eight Birmingham-headquartered companies recognized among TIMEs 500 best private companies STEVE AMMONS, PRESIDENT & CEO, BIRMINGHAM BUSINESS ALLIANCE, TIME TEAMED UP WITH GLOBAL DATA EXPERTS STATISTA TO RELEASE THEIR FIRST EDITION OF AMERICAS BEST PRIVATE COMPANIES. BHAM NOW, AUGUST 18.
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:02:49 PM
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