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Weekend Storms, Gulf Tropical System & Next Week's Heat
CBS 42 Weather Live Channel: Weekend Outlook: An upper-level ridge will build over the Southern Plains, while a trough of low pressure will extend across the Eastern U.S. A possible tropical low-pressure system in the NE Gulf will drift off the Florida East Coast over the weekend. NHC gives this system a high chance of [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, July 19, 2026 7:15:00 AM
Tuskegee alumni donate snacks to Greystone YMCA summer programThe Shelby County Tuskegee Alumni Club donated snacks to the Greystone YMCA's summer program as part of its annual community service project.
280 Living at Sunday, July 19, 2026 6:03:52 PM
“The Steel City Legacy Gala is about giving people their flowers while they can still smell them. EvKYLA CARR, FOUNDER OF THE STEEL CITY LEGACY GALA, TO BE HELD JULY 18 AT WORKPLAY, BIRMINGHAMTIMES.COM, JULY 10.
Birmingham Times at Sunday, July 19, 2026 8:02:56 AM
Chelsea bridge closed through early AugustThe Liberty Road bridge over Yellowleaf Creek in Chelsea is closed through early August as the city, county and state replace the aging structure.
280 Living at Sunday, July 19, 2026 8:04:13 PM
AJ McCarron thinks Birmingham Stallions will be much better in 2027The coach looks forward to having more time to prepare for his second season at the helm of the United Football League team.
AL.com at Sunday, July 19, 2026 6:05:00 AM
Ramsay senior star picks Big 10 power over Alabama, Auburn, other SEC offersOhio State gets big Birmingham defensive lineman.
AL.com at Sunday, July 19, 2026 7:04:55 AM
World War II veteran celebrates 103rd birthdayIf you ask World War II Veteran Ben Roberts what his secret to life is, he will tell you it's Jim Bean, Dr. Pepper and family.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:46:03 AM
Auburn safety Anquon Fegans to host free youth football campALABASTER, Ala. (WIAT) -- Auburn football safety Anquon Fegans is hosting a free youth football camp at Thompson High School Saturday, July 25. The camp is from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and participants will learn from Fegans and other coaches. Those who attend will learn to improve their football skills while learning the importance [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 4:32:23 PM
Sidewalk Cinema Brings Celebrated Spike Lee Films Back to the Big ScreenBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times For 40 years, critically acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee has delivered movies that educate, elevate and entertain while also displaying the richness and diversity of the Black experience. This month, Lee fans in Birmingham can see some of the Academy Award winners most celebrated films on the big […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, July 17, 2026 3:04:37 PM
Birmingham City School urging families to complete student registrationBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- With the first day of school approaching, Birmingham City Schools is urging families to complete student registration. BCS is hoping to avoid long lines on Aug. 10 and enrolling helps the district ensure that instructional materials, supplies, classrooms and more are ready on the first day. Nearly 10,000 students have not [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 2:41:11 PM
Homewood, Calera Swiftwater teams deployed to Texas to help with flood responseHOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) -- Swiftwater rescue teams from Homewood and Calera are in Texas to assist with search and rescue operations after catastrophic flooding devastated parts of the state. The eight-person team arrived in San Antonio, Texas, on Friday where they are already working alongside other first responders In Uvalde. The deployment is part of [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 10:23:39 PM
US service member killed in Iraq during controlled detonation of Iran drone: CentcomA U.S. service member was killed in northern Iraq on Saturday during a “controlled detonation” of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian one-way attack drone, the U.S. Central Command (Centcom) said on Sunday.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, July 19, 2026 3:58:38 PM
Hotter Days Ahead, Weekend Storm Chances Increase, Heat Index Near 105 Next WeekCBS 42 Weather Live Channel: On Friday, there will be a slightly higher chance of scattered showers and storms as a weak area of low pressure develops over Georgia. This will interact with an East Coast trough and a tropical wave in the eastern Gulf. Expect hotter highs in the lower 90s. The heat index [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 4:20:00 AM
Jefferson County Approves More Than $314K for Organizations Serving Unhoused CitizensSpecial to the Times The Jefferson County Commission last week approved over $314,000 to local agencies fighting homelessness in Jefferson County. The funds will be administered through the Commissions Community Services Department and come from the countys federal funding sources. “Using the countys federal funds, these organizations in our community help provide emergency shelter and […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, July 19, 2026 5:02:57 AM
Lawsuit filed against OpenAI after death of Alabama womanBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A lawsuit has been filed against OpenAI in the wake of an Alabama woman's death. Turnbull, Moak & Pendergrass Law Firm, based in Alabama, is serving as co-counsel in the lawsuit. The liability lawsuit, filed in the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco, alleges that defects in OpenAI's ChatGPT [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 4:07:06 PM
Central Alabama woman ejected from car diesA woman was killed in an Autauga County crash early Saturday morning, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 18, 2026 2:51:29 PM
Learn the basics of mushroom identification at Oak Mountain State ParkA beginner-friendly program will introduce participants to Alabama's native mushrooms and their role in healthy forest ecosystems.
280 Living at Saturday, July 18, 2026 4:03:47 PM
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B-Metro at Tuesday, July 14, 2026 1:13:34 PM
Tropical Depression Two Forms in The GulfTropical Depression Two: Tropical Depression Two has formed in The Northeast Gulf of America and is forecast to become a lower end tropical Storm over the next 24 hours. While exact track and intensity remain in question, we are not expecting this become a significant hurricane. However, TD 2 will continue moving west, bringing a [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, July 19, 2026 11:19:16 AM
AJ McCarron continues unbelievable journey with another free football campThe Birmingham Stallions coach held his 11th annual event in Mobile on Saturday.
AL.com at Saturday, July 18, 2026 5:05:00 PM
Ready for the worldGraduating seniors from Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park are ready for the next chapters of their lives.
280 Living at Sunday, July 19, 2026 6:03:52 PM
Former Alabama officer convicted in DUI bench trialA former Huntsville Police Officer has been convicted on a DUI charge after a 2025 wreck.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:43:45 AM
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
Little Reds Most Unusual Day with Opera BirminghamFamilies will enjoy this operatic version of the story of Little Red Riding Hood based on scenes from operas by J. Offenbach and G. Rossini. Forest Ranger Dudley is too shy to ask Little Reds mom, the widow Hood, to the Forest Ranger Ball. For that reason, he leaves a written invitation in a […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, July 19, 2026 8:30:32 AM
With School Just Weeks Away, Nearly 10,000 Birmingham Students Remain UnregisteredBy Michaela Yielding | myielding@al.com With the first day of class only three weeks away, Birmingham City Schools is urging families to complete student registration now to avoid long lines on the first day. Nearly 10,000 students have not completed the registration process for the upcoming school year. The online registration portal opened in April, […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 18, 2026 4:02:42 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
SWAC deal keeps conference games on ESPN networksThe Southwestern Athletic Conference has reached a new multi-year media rights agreement that will keep league football and basketball games on ESPN networks through the 2030-31 sports seasons.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:10:04 AM
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
Listen Up Coffee Cocktails Food and Music at High Dive HiFi Lounge in Lakeview. Displayed prominently on the High Dive menu aew some words to the…
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B-Metro at Friday, July 3, 2026 7:32:29 AM
67-year-old man found dead in Tuscaloosa apartmentA 67-year-old man is believed to have died as a result of foul play in Tuscaloosa, according to authorities Saturday.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, July 19, 2026 8:17:54 AM
Moody receives $328K grant for street resurfacingThe City of Moody will receive more than $328,000 in funding from the state for street resurfacing as part of the latest bout of Rebuild America grants announced by Gov. Kay Ivey Thursday, July 16.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:39:20 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
With school just three weeks away, nearly 10,000 Birmingham students remain unregisteredBirmingham City Schools officials say timely registration is critical to finalizing staffing, schedules and classroom resources before students return August 10.
AL.com at Friday, July 17, 2026 11:32:45 AM
Alabama Powers Safe-T-Zone helps Montevallo, Dothan first responders recognize electrical hazardsFirst responders in Montevallo and Dothan recently attended a high-voltage safety presentation featuring Alabama Power's Safe-T-Zone. Safe-T-Zone is designed for first responders who arrive at accident scenes before Alabama Power line crews. It provides attendees with vital knowledge to recognize electrical hazards and reminds participants how to handle potentially dangerous scenarios safely. In Montevallo, more [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, July 17, 2026 3:04:17 AM
Arthur Morse's father speaks out as they seek justice in Blount County Jail deathBLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- As criminal proceedings move forward against two former Blount County jailers charged with murder, the father of 23-year-old Arthur Morse is speaking out about his son. Arthur Morse died in February while being held in the Blount County Jail on a DUI charge. Prosecutors allege two former jailers are responsible [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, July 16, 2026 10:50:12 PM
I Remember When We Were Introducing Ourselves, it Was Like the World StoppedBy Mia Watkins | For The Birmingham Times Jalentha & James Cole Live: Pelham, Alabama Married: July 17, 2010 Met: James Cole remembers the exact moment he saw his wife, Jalentha, for the first time on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas on September 13, 2005. “I saw her in the student center, […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, July 17, 2026 11:03:03 AM
Chaeyoung ParkJoin us for a “Pay What You Choose” performance presented as part of the Alys Stephens Centers 30th Anniversary season, featuring pianist Chaeyoung Park. Praised as an artist who “does not play a single note without thought or feeling,” Park has emerged as one of todays most compelling young musicians. This performance is offered on a pay-what-you-choose basis, allowing you to select the ticket price […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, July 19, 2026 9:30:37 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
Autistic 4-year-old's stolen service dog returned homeA missing service dog that supports a Tennessee girl with autism was found after being reported stolen, reuniting the child with her companion.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:44:57 AM
2026 VIVA Health Gala feat. Bernadette PetersThe 2026 VIVA Health Gala, honoring Dr. and Mrs. Ray L. Watts, will be a spectacular night supporting UAB Center for the Arts, which encompasses the Alys Stephens Center, the Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts (AEIVA), UAB Arts in Medicine and ArtPlay. All net proceeds directly support year-round programs for the Birmingham community and […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, July 17, 2026 4:00:40 PM
Pinson Council holds 1st reading for moratorium on data centersPinson may join other communities in Alabama in imposing a moratorium on data centers for the time being.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:36:08 AM
Speculation that a data center is coming to BrookwoodBROOKWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) -- Brookwood residents are asking whether or not a data center is being built in their town. One resident says a data center is being developed and believes city leaders have not been transparent with the public. For months, there has been speculation that a data center is being developed in Brookwood. [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 9:55:18 PM
Why permanent daylight saving time has failed in the US beforeWe could soon be observing year-round daylight saving time – again.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, July 19, 2026 10:34:27 AM
Birmingham on a Permanent Emotional Roller CoasterBy David Sher One minute we are at the top of the world. The next, we hit rock bottom. Where is our confidence? Where is our self-esteem? Why do we think it’s okay to be judged by people who don’t know us and don’t care about us? The Milken Institute — a respected nonpartisan economic … Continue reading Birmingham on a Permanent Emotional Roller Coaster →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, July 16, 2026 8:31:00 AM
Break-in, financial setbacks force Alabama fireworks business to close, owner saysA Madison County fireworks business is closing after a Fourth of July burglary and credit card fraud caused more than $10,000 in losses.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:47:53 AM
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 Friday, July 17, 2026 11:03:04 AM
Greater Birmingham Humane Society urges pet owners to check rabies vaccination certificate followingBIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) – The company Elanco is voluntarily recalling certain rabies vacations that were administered between July 2025 and April 2026, according to the Greater Birmingham Humane Society. “Dont panic,” GBHS Chief Program Officer Ivana Sullivan said. “Theyre just putting out information to say, Hey everybody should be revaccinated to be safe.'” CBS 42 [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 7:27:43 PM
Mt. Laurel Library celebrates summer reading with Mega Ice Cream PartyReaders of all ages can celebrate a summer of books with ice cream, toppings and door prizes at the library's end-of-program party.
280 Living at Friday, July 17, 2026 10:03:53 AM
Odenville woman says yard next to hers is attracting rats and snakesODENVILLE, Ala. (WIAT) -- One Odenville woman says an abandoned home next to her property is causing major problems for her neighborhood. Terri Martin has lived on her street for years. She said her neighbors died last year, and since then their home has been abandoned. She said the grass has become overgrown, creating problems [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 10:51:42 PM
8 Stupid Things about Living in AlabamaBy David Sher I love Alabama. I’ve spent my life trying to make Birmingham and Alabama better. But love doesn’t mean blind. And some of what our state does to itself isn’t conservative, isn’t cautious, isn’t Southern tradition. It’s just plain stupid. Here are 8 things Alabama won’t let us do — or won’t do … Continue reading 8 Stupid Things about Living in Alabama →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, July 14, 2026 11:31:07 AM
Hanzhi Wang & Anthony TrionfoJoin us for a pay-what-you-choose performance presented as part of the Alys Stephens Centers 30th Anniversary season, featuring two extraordinary artists: accordionist Hanzhi Wang and flutist Anthony Trionfo. Celebrated for her staggering virtuosity and magnetic stage presence, Wang is a trailblazing ambassador for the accordion and the only player of her instrument ever selected by Young Concert Artists in its 65-year history. Trionfo joins […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, July 19, 2026 9:30:36 AM
New 24/7 diner opening in Birminghams Five Points South on July 31The new 24-hour restaurant from Daves Pub owner Dan Williams will open July 31 in the former 5 Point Public House & Oyster Bar space.
AL.com at Saturday, July 18, 2026 4:04:57 PM
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Bham Now at Saturday, July 11, 2026 1:03:51 AM
Ramsay DL Karlos May commits to Ohio StateRamsay defensive lineman Karlos May committed to Ohio State at Ramsay High School on Saturday afternoon.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 3:28:07 PM
Two Runways, One Mission: Birmingham Fashion Leaders Celebrate Inclusion Through Style and ServiceBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Birmingham’s fashion community took center stage in June as two independently produced showcases used the runway to celebrate body positivity, representation and community impact. Although organized separately, De’Angela Pippen’s “Let Dee Games Begin” on June 14 and La’Toya Nicole Fletcher’s Third Annual Birmingham Full Figured Fashion Week (BFFFW): […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, July 17, 2026 4:03:06 AM
Irondale Council to meet July 21The Irondale City Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 21.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:43:07 AM
Alabama Department of Public Health confirms 21 cases of Cyclosporiasis in the stateBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The CDC has issued a food safety alert after more than 1,600 people in five states have been infected with Cyclospora. The illnesses have been linked to a single supplier of shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia. The Alabama Department of [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 6:49:56 PM
Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama seeks to inspire a new generation of thinkers and inThe official opening in May of the Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama was a moment to celebrate. With about 800 in attendance, the ceremony at the new center in Rainbow City culminated a remarkable four-year effort by dedicated educators, professionals, public officials, private supporters and other community stakeholders to make the center a reality. [...]...
Alabama Power at Sunday, July 19, 2026 6:04:38 PM
How a young Alabama man has become a leading — and booming — opera voiceNicholas Brownlee had just fallen in love with opera and was eager to see if his emerging bass-baritone voice could handle Richard Wagners music. It did not go well.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 8:48:05 AM
Families Reminded to Stock Up on School Supplies During Alabamas Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidayalabama.gov MONTGOMERY – Alabamians are encouraged to prepare for the upcoming school year during the states annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, when certain school supplies and related items are free of state sales tax through Sunday, July 19. “Quality education is essential to continuing the historic momentum that Alabama is experiencing,” said Governor Kay Ivey. […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, July 19, 2026 9:02:52 PM
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