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Chelsea proposed 2027 road plan includes $30 million for bridge over railroad
The City Council is slated to vote on the road plan Tuesday night, Aug. 4.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
Follow high school football with Under the LightsThe Under the Lights team has you covered this football season.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
Dora man killed in Warrior-Jasper Road crash identifiedWARRIOR, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Jefferson County Coroners Office identified a 44-year-old man who was killed in a crash Wednesday. Adam Cummings, of Dora, was involved in a single-vehicle crash in the 1500 block of Warrior-Jasper Road at about 4:34 p.m. Cummings was pronounced dead at the scene. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:41:29 AM
Back to School Institute Welcomes Teachers, Administrators, and Staff Members Ahead of First Day TomCompiled From Online Reports Birmingham City Schools welcomed hundreds of teachers, administrators, and staff members back for the upcoming school year Friday during its annual Back to School Institute. As educators prepare to welcome students back tomorrow morning, district leaders celebrated significant academic and administrative gains while introducing new tools to assist families. The districts […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 2:03:17 AM
2 arrested, charged in Birmingham theft investigationTwo people were arrested Tuesday for their alleged connection to a theft in Birmingham.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 12:50:35 PM
Red Flags Tour ShowcaseA showcase of this years touring production of Red Flags, conceived by Lisa Kaye Bell and Soundproofbox from Leeds, UK. Red Flags is an interactive forum theatre-style production designed to help young people recognize warning signs in relationships and prevent relationship violence before patterns become entrenched.
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:34 AM
Dangerous Heat Builds Across Central Alabama, Heat Index Nears 110° Through WeekendAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Heat Advisory is in effect until 9 PM Friday for Central Alabama. A strengthening ridge of high pressure aloft will build across the Southeast U.S. from Thursday into the weekend and beyond. This will bring dangerous heat and humidity, with little to no rain. Thursday and Friday will be partly [...]...
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:50:00 AM
City of Birmingham to Open Applications for 2027–28 Poet Laureate on August 17birminghamal.gov Create Birmingham, in partnership with the City of Birmingham, is now accepting applications for the 2027–28 City of Birmingham Poet Laureate, inviting local poets to help shape the city’s cultural landscape through the power of poetry. The City of Birmingham Poet Laureate serves as an ambassador for poetry, creativity, and civic engagement, using the […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:03:13 AM
After Years of Building Upon Successes, Birmingham City Schools is Chasing First B.By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times For Birmingham City Schools Superintendent Mark Sullivan, the district’s annual state report card isn’t simply a letter grade. It’s a reflection of thousands of daily decisions happening inside classrooms, hallways and homes across Birmingham. From teachers analyzing student data before the first bell rings to principals celebrating small academic […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:02:56 AM
Moody police officers honored for saving life of womanTwo officers of the Moody Police Department were recognized at a city council meeting on Monday night for going “above and beyond” in recent lifesaving efforts, according to Police Chief Reece Smith.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 11:41:45 AM
“Im a husband, a father, a retired military professional who just happens to enjoy wine, and I wantLA FRAN MARKS, OWNER OF CHATEAU BEVVY, JEFFERSON COUNTYS FIRST BLACK-OWNED WINERY, LOCATED AT 1930 1ST AVENUE NORTH IN BESSEMER, AUGUST 12, AL.COM.
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:02:55 AM
Lions lean on loaded senior class in new-look regionBriarwood Christian enters a new classification and unfamiliar region with a large, experienced senior class leading the Lions into the 2026 football season.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
August 6, 2026____________________________ EMPLOYMENT ______________________________ REMOTE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Carlos M Consulting is seeking a motivated Remote Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support, manage emails, coordinate appointments, and prepare documents. If you are organized, responsive, and possess strong communication skills, we would love to hear from you. Flexible hours • Remote position • Immediate consideration Part-time | $640 […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:03:17 AM
Chelsea Public Library gears up for busy AugustSummer isn't quite over.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:04:10 AM
As Summer Ends, UAB Experts Share the Importance of Back-to-School CheckupsBy Rachel Beatty | UAB News Before summer officially ends and the school year begins, parents may be considering methods they can use to protect their childs health this school year. Experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham share their recommendations for back-to-school appointments parents should schedule for their child as they head back to school. […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 1:04:03 AM
Moonlight Movies returns to Village at Lee Branch with The Parent TrapFamilies are invited to enjoy a free outdoor screening of the classic comedy The Parent Trap with complimentary popcorn and soft drinks.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:04:10 AM
After Districts Redrawn, Alabama Special Congressional Primary Brings Out Few VotersAssociated Press WASHINGTON — Voters in four of Alabamas seven congressional districts selected U.S. House nominees Tuesday under a new map that eliminates one of the states two majority-Black districts currently represented by Democrats. Primaries for all seven congressional districts were originally scheduled for May 19, but Republican Gov. Kay Ivey postponed the contests for […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:03:12 AM
CabaretMusic by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, book by Joe Masteroff. Directed by Assistant Professor and Head of Performance Santiago Sosa. Music direction by Jonathan Parks. In this stylish, classic jazz musical, American writer Cliff Bradshaw falls in love with English cabaret performer Sally Bowles at the decadent Kit Kat Klub in 1930s Weimar, […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:31 AM
Always running, always ready: Alabama Power Generation powers on customersPress start on the coffee pot or hit the TV remote, and electric devices zoom to life: Alabama Power is on and ready to serve. At its core, the reliable electricity Alabama Power customers daily expect is due to the companys careful planning to meet growing demand. The companys generating fleet – made up of [...]...
Alabama Power at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 10:33:00 AM
280 corridor business happenings: August 2026See the latest in the 280 corridor business community.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:04:59 AM
We Are Proud to Present…We Are Proud to Present a Presentation About the Herero of Namibia, Formerly Known as South West Africa, From the German Südwestafrika, Between 1884-1925 | By Jackie Sibblies Drury | Directed by Mona Eldashoury. With a Saturday understudy matinee. In this boundary-pushing play by acclaimed playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury, the haunted past of the Nama/Herero […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:32 AM
Shelby County tax revenues projected to be flat in 2027County Manager Chad Scroggins and Chief Financial Officer Brian Wheeler shared revenue projections with the County Commission this week.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
Mercer, Palmer and Akin Win Nominations in Special Congressional PrimaryThe Birmingham Times In Tuesdays special Congressional primary, former Pelham City Councilman Maurice Mercer easily won the Democratic nomination for Alabamas House District 6 to face U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer, who clenched the nomination as the Republican candidate. In the U.S. House District 7 seat, voters selected Republican Ammie Akin to face U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:03:02 AM
Meet a live gopher tortoise at Oak Mountain State ParkVisitors can learn about one of Alabama's keystone species and meet a live gopher tortoise during a family-friendly educational program at Oak Mountain State Park.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
Rep. Sewell Releases New Report Detailing the Affordability Crisis Facing Alabamas 7th Congressionasewell.house.gov U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) last week released a new report examining the growing affordability crisis facing families across Alabama’s 7th Congressional District. The report details how President Donald Trump’s economic policies and congressional Republicans’ legislative agenda have driven up the cost of everyday essentials while threatening access to healthcare and food assistance for […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:03:01 AM
Hoover council votes against deannexation for Trinity Presbyterian ChurchThe church wanted to deannex its 7-acre property so it could go ahead and open a school before getting zoning approved.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
Fairfield residents raise questions about proposed data centerFAIRFIELD, Ala. (WIAT) -- Residents in Fairfield gathered at the Fairfield Civic Complex Wednesday night for a town hall to learn more about a proposed data center project and voice their concerns directly to company executives. The project is being proposed by Patmos, which said it is planning a colocation data center at the site of the [...]...
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:25:31 AM
Back in the game: Niblett leading Hornets on quest to Accomplish the MissionTad Niblett reflects on 34 years in coaching and his mission to build Chelsea football around character, fundamentals and community.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
Leeds City Council considering request to open tattoo shopWill Leeds get a tattoo shop in the future? The Leeds City Council is considering it.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, August 11, 2026 4:29:44 PM
ArtemisiaArtemisia, By Lauren Gunderson. Directed by Assistant Professor Kelley Schoger.? Artemisia Gentileschi was the most celebrated female painter of the 17th century, yet her name was all but lost for centuries. Attacked at just 17, publicly shamed and tortured to prove her truth, Gentileschis painterly prowess equaled the men of her time, and she fought […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:30 AM
Hoover council OKs sales tax rebate for Riverchase Crossing redevelopmentA HomeSense story and Shoe Dept store are proposed to go into the former Big Lots space.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:03:54 AM
Annaya Chelcy: The Local Content Creator Boosting Birminghams Small BusinessesBy Jordyn Davis | For the Birmingham Times Annaya Chelcy wants Birmingham residents to know that Black businesses matter. As a viral local content creator and founder of The Local Tourist Collective — an event-hosting and experiential marketing agency — she brings her large audiences to small, local businesses that may be overlooked in the […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:03:00 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 Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
2nd & Charles hosting Penny-a-Page saleHOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) -- 2nd & Charles will host is Penny-a-Page sale this weekend. The sale will take place Aug. 15. During this promotion, members of the store's free rewards program can buy up to five used books for the cost of one penny per page number. 2nd & Charles locations in Alabama can be [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, August 11, 2026 2:32:06 PM
Seasick Records holding early listening event for new Weezer albumSeasick Records is giving fans the chance to hear Weezer's new album a week before its release.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, August 11, 2026 6:12:09 PM
2026 Freshman Theatre ShowcaseAn exciting evening of performances by Theatre and Musical Theatre majors.
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:33 AM
Dangerous Heat Takes Over Alabama, Heat Index Near 110° This WeekendAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: A ridge of high pressure aloft will begin moving north from the eastern Gulf on Wednesday into the Southeast U.S. It will be hot and humid, with spotty showers and storms and highs in the lower 90s. A few storms could produce heavy rain and gusty winds. A Heat Advisory [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, August 11, 2026 4:53:49 PM
Vino restaurant hosting 'Pooches on the Patio' in support of Greater Birmingham Humane SocietyMOUNTAIN BROOK, Ala. (WIAT) -- Vino, a Mediterranean restaurant in Mountain Brook's English Village, will host its annual Pooches on the Patio event on Wednesday, Aug. 19. This event, being hosted in celebration of the restaurant's 15th anniversary, invites patrons to enjoy dinner on the patio with their dogs. The event will last from 5:30-8 [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 9:38:42 PM
Chelsea Car Show brings classic cars and family fun to City HallChelsea Lodge 886 will host a community car show featuring classic cars, custom vehicles, food, music and awards.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:04:10 AM
Hoover gains $16 million in federal funding for I-459 Exit 9 interchangeThe new federal funding lowers Hoover's estimated share of the total $131 million projected cost to $56 million.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
Road Closures Planned in Birmingham This Weekend for FISE World Series at City Walkbirminghamal.gov Motorists are advised to expect temporary road closures near City Walk BHAM as the City of Birmingham prepares to host the FISE World Series, an internationally recognized action sports festival taking place August 7-9. The following traffic changes will be in effect: 18th Street North (from Abraham Woods Boulevard toward City Walk BHAM) is closed now through 5 […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:03:16 AM
SAW's BBQ coming to Valley Post in ChelseaSAW's BBQ plans to open its seventh location and first along the U.S. 280 corridor at Valley Post in Chelsea later this year.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:04:10 AM
8 new homes proposed for Inverness Point DriveThe Hoover Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to consider preliminary plans on Monday, Aug. 3.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 2:04:07 AM
City of Birmingham accepting applications for 2027-28 Poet LaureateThe city of Birmingham is accepting applications for the 2027-28 Poet Laureate.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, August 11, 2026 4:33:31 PM
Holy Family Cristo Rey High School Makes Monumental Name Change Ahead of ExpansionBy Jordyn Davis | For the Birmingham Times What was once known as Holy Family Cristo Rey High School will now be known as Cristo Rey Birmingham, marking significant progress in reaching students from over 33 Zip Codes in Birmingham. For Cristo Rey, this change wasnt a new idea; in fact, the new name has […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:02:58 AM
Masego Brings Fix Your Face Tour to Birmingham for an Intimate Night of MusicBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times There are concerts you attend, and then there are concerts that feel like an experience. Masegos “Fix Your Face” tour stop in Birmingham was undoubtedly the latter. Originally scheduled for Avondale Brewing Company, the show was moved to Iron City, a change that ultimately worked in the concerts […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:02:57 AM
Editor's Note: August 2026Kyle Parmley reflects on August as a fresh start for local families, schools, football and community life.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:05:49 AM
Trafford woman killed in Highway 79 crash identifiedPINSON, Ala. (WIAT) -- A 24-year-old woman who died in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 79 was identified Thursday. Alyssa Moody, of Trafford, was riding a motorcycle involved in the crash at about 8:49 a.m. on Highway 79 at Bethel Road. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The Jefferson County Sheriffs Office is investigating [...]...
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:19:43 AM
Birmingham mother convicted of child abuse faces jail for allegedly threatening witnessAyliah White, 28, remains on bond pending sentencing in October, but prosecutors are seeking to revoke her bond.
AL.com at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:05:11 PM
Birmingham man killed in motorcycle crash identifiedA 35-year-old man killed in a motorcycle crash on Crestwood Boulevard was identified Wednesday morning.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 9:34:09 AM
280 corridor open houses August 8-9Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:04:02 PM
Twelfth NightTwelfth Night, By William Shakespeare. Directed by Assistant Professor and Head of Performance Santiago Sosa. Twins Viola and Sebastian are separated by a shipwreck and washed ashore in the land of Illyria. Protectively disguising herself as a boy in this unknown and dangerous territory, Viola gets caught in a love triangle between the infatuated Duke […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:29 AM
Kervin builds culture as Eagles chase elusive playoff berthFirst-year Oak Mountain head coach Jason Kervin is building a detail-oriented culture as the Eagles pursue their first playoff appearance since 2021.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:03:54 AM
Explore creek life during Oak Mountain's Water Wonders programFamilies can wade into a creek and discover the fascinating plants and animals that help keep freshwater ecosystems healthy during a hands-on nature program.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:05:49 AM
Huffman High School: Alabamas 42 Two-A-DaysBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Huffman Vikings haven't seen the on-field results they desire in recent years, compiling a 10-50 record since 20202, including a 2-8 mark last season. But there's newfound hope that Huffman can turn it around, stemming from the hire of head coach Darrell LeBeaux. LeBeaux made two state title game appearances [...]...
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:27:08 AM
Birmingham City Schools Announces Policy for Free and Reduced Meals, Launches StopFinder Bus App forBirmingham City Schools Birmingham City Schools this week announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program. District leaders are also encouraging parents to register their children before the first day of school. They said more than 11,000 students have already […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 1:04:01 AM
PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGSBy Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times HOT DAYS AND THE LAST OF THE SUMMER! ENJOY EVERY MINUTE! THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!! **IRONDALE COMMUNTY GUIDE LAUNCH CELEBRATION, 11:30 – 1 p.m. at the AGC Conference Center. Get there for lunch, community and celebration of the 2026-2027 […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:02:58 AM
Solid As a Rock: The Musical Marriage of Nickolas Ashford and Valerie SimpsonThe Birmingham Times Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson were a solid duo long before the pair married in 1974. Lovers of soul music know the couple best as Ashford & Simpson, the songwriting, production and recording duo behind some of the biggest hits of the 1970s and 1980s. Ashford was born in Fairfield, South Carolina, […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:03:00 AM
Giving and Sharing: A Look at the Long Legacy of Black Philanthropy in BirminghamBy Monique Jones | For the Birmingham Times Black philanthropy was shaping Birmingham even before the area became an official city. Enslaved workers of Alabama dealt with the harshest of environments, but they still found ways to protect each other. According to the social justice philanthropy organization Tides, enslaved Africans brought West African traditions of […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 1:04:04 AM
McAdory High School: Alabamas 42 Two-A-DaysMcCalla, Ala. (WIAT) — Aryvia Holmes is entering his sixth season at the helm of the McAdory program, and the Yellow Jackets have some positive momentum heading into 2026. McAdory went 7-2 during the regular season last year before a first round playoff exit at the hands of Spain Park. The Jackets, now competing in [...]...
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:28:13 AM
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