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DANGEROUS HEAT: Oppressive Heat Continues
Alabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Heat Advisory remains in effect through Monday for Central Alabama. Weekend Outlook: The very strong ridge will remain in place all weekend, with dangerous heat and little to no rain. Sunday will be partly cloudy, with highs in the upper 90s to low100s, and the heat index will be around [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, August 16, 2026 6:30:00 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 Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:01:42 AM
Second line parade to honor life of beloved Birmingham guitar playerRickie Castrillo made Birmingham his home after Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans. He died at age 80 on July 4.
AL.com at Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:11:24 PM
Alabama high school football teams prepare for heat ahead of regular seasonHOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) -- High school football season is almost here, with teams across Alabama getting one final test before the regular season begins. A jamboree at Samford University on Friday night featured six high school football scrimmages as players took the field in the summer heat. For coaches, one of the biggest priorities is [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 14, 2026 9:14:53 PM
Are You Dating … or Just Collecting Red FlagsWhat if I told you the problem isn’t that we’re collecting data, it’s that somewhere along the way, we started treating every piece of data like a red flag? In my last column, I introduced the idea of dating for data, which ultimately means slowing down long enough to observe people instead of rushing to […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:02:56 AM
Alabama running back AK Dear to miss 6 weeks with an ankle injury, reports sayAlabama running back AK Dear is expected to miss about six weeks because of an ankle injury sustained in a preseason scrimmage, according to reports.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:57:30 AM
Officials cut ribbon for new McDonalds in OdenvilleOfficials gathered at a new McDonalds location in Odenville where they cut the ribbon to welcome the business to the city on Aug. 5.
CBS 42 at Saturday, August 15, 2026 9:03:25 AM
Birmingham Orthodontics Donates Oral Hygiene Kits to Local Schools Ahead of the New School YearSpecial to the Times Birmingham Orthodontics is distributing more than 7,000 oral hygiene kits to schools and community organizations across Birmingham through a back-to-school initiative designed to improve children’s oral health and ensure students have access to basic hygiene supplies before returning to the classroom. Each oral hygiene kit includes a toothbrush, fluoride toothpaste, dental […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:03:02 AM
Navy looking into warship redesigns as part of Trump requestsThe changes would cost billions and worsen chronic delays, sources said.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, August 15, 2026 7:01:30 PM
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 Saturday, August 15, 2026 11:03:54 AM
Brasfield & Gorrie Invests in Birminghams Future with Headquarters Expansionbrasfieldgorrie.com Brasfield & Gorrie has broken ground on a four-story, 88,000 sq ft building that will expand its existing headquarters in Birminghams Lakeview District. The general contractor recently completed its headquarters parking deck expansion, adding a fourth level to support the companys ongoing hiring needs. “Birmingham has been home to this company for over 60 […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:02:58 AM
'Heated Rivalry,' 'Hacks' sweep 18th Dorian TV AwardsA now-cancelled Netflix show took home an award from GALECA, the Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:06:33 PM
Calera High School: Alabamas 42 Two-A-DaysCALERA, Ala. (WIAT) — Calera is entering its third season under head coach Scott Rials in 2026. The Eagles went 2-8 last season, as Rials continues his work to build up the program. We have grown up, not only physically, but mentally, Rials said. We feel like we've come a long way in two years. [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, August 14, 2026 9:47:05 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
BCS Goes Back to School: The Data-Driven Progress of Hayes K-8 SchoolBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times By the time students walk through the doors at Hayes K-8 School each morning, much of the day’s work has already begun. Teachers have reviewed assessment data. Instruction has been tailored to meet students where they are academically. Plans are in place for students who need additional intervention, […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 15, 2026 2:02:50 AM
Joey Logano holds off Chase Briscoe to win NASCAR race at RichmondTwo races remain until the title run featuring the top 16 drivers.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, August 15, 2026 11:28:13 PM
Comeback Town: The Birmingham BBQ restaurant that changed AmericaFor over five years, I ate barbecue at Ollies without knowing what an important place the restaurant played in the history of the Civil Rights Movement.
AL.com at Sunday, August 16, 2026 8:32:51 AM
First-round pick Ty Simpson throws 2 TD passes, rallies Rams past ChiefsThere were a whole bunch of raised eyebrows when the Los Angeles Rams drafted Ty Simpson in the first round in April.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, August 16, 2026 8:25:23 AM
Cullman named a top 25 finalist in Hallmark's 'Merriest Christmas Town' contestCULLMAN, Ala. (WIAT) -- The city of Cullman has been selected as a top 25 finalist in Hallmark's Merriest Christmas Town contest. “This is something our entire community should be incredibly proud of,” Cullman Mayor WoodyJacobs said in a statement. “Christmas in Cullman has become special because so many people believe in it and work [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, August 14, 2026 4:00:52 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
Children among 5 shot at park in Lexington, KentuckyMy heart is broken.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:59:30 PM
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 Saturday, August 15, 2026 1:02:59 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 Dr. 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 […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:03:04 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
Dining: Bayonet!Bayonet is the second concept (after Helen) from Chef Rob McDaniel and wife Emily McDaniel, with Daniel Goslin serving as Director of Operations. This spirited…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 1:04:18 PM
Oak Mountain sisters win world championship in first year of schools HOSA programOak Mountain High School sisters Maggie and Laura Rodgers won the forensic science world championship during the schools first year participating in HOSA.
280 Living at Saturday, August 15, 2026 10:04:58 PM
Travel: AssisiA Journey to the Heart of Franciscan Italy Perched on the slopes of Monte Subasio in the green heart of Umbria, Assisi is one of…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 1:04:18 PM
UFL Owner Eyes 3 Birmingham-Area Sites for Possible New Stallions StadiumBy ABC 33/40 The Birmingham Stallions may be leaving the city, but United Football League co-owner Mike Repole is already proposing a path to bring the team back to the Birmingham metro, and none of the locations he’s suggesting are within Birmingham city limits. In a new social media post, Repole called for developing a […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:03:01 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 Saturday, August 15, 2026 11:03:54 AM
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Bham Now at Tuesday, August 11, 2026 12:03:54 AM
Calera Police Department implements new regulations for Flock camera useCALERA, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Calera Police Department has put new guardrails in place to ensure its officers are not misusing Flock cameras. Calera Police Chief David Hyche says the changes come in response to multiple Central Alabama police departments that have had issues with the misuse of Flock cameras. Hyche said that automatic license [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 14, 2026 5:50:04 PM
'Grown-Up Book Fair' being held at Ferus Artisan Ales in TrussvilleTRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WIAT) -- Feris Artisan Ales in Trussville will hold a Grown-Up Book Fair on Sunday, Aug. 23. The event will take place in the Ferus private event space. It will feature local authors, independent booksellers and more. It will also include a Make Your Own Bookmark station. Here's a list of featured guests: [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, August 14, 2026 8:29:39 PM
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 Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:03:07 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 Sunday, August 16, 2026 1:03:49 AM
Health experts encourage people to hydrate, stay inside during dangerous heatBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) - It is dangerously hot outside, and many health professionals are advising people to not spend extended time outdoors. Heat can be very dangerous, and it can be very sneaky. You don't really realize you're in trouble until you're in trouble, said Dr. Khalilah Brown, clinical services director at the Jefferson County [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 14, 2026 5:35:39 PM
Kahlil Robert Irving: 40acres (of TREEs| to a 40oz _Stone & Bricks)Exhibition Opening: October 22, 5-7 p.m. Exhibition Duration: October 22, 2026–March 13, 2027 AEIVA will present an exhibition of new and recent work by St. Louis-based artist, Kahlil Robert Irving exploring the street and the screen as forums for public life. Image Credit: Kahlil Robert Irving, ToolBar|SKYCHEST_ [Mass+rebar&Mysoda_ash](Tender Memory)GRASS, 2023–25, glazed and unglazed ceramic, personally constructed image […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Monday, August 10, 2026 2:00:58 PM
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
Birmingham police make arrest in connection to July robberyBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department arrested a 20-year-old man in connection to a robbery that occurred in July. The incident occurred in the 8300 block of 1st Avenue North on July 27. According to the BPD, the victim was not injured. The suspect was identified as Jorden Whitfield. The BPD's Violent Criminal [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 14, 2026 8:36:42 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 Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:02:55 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 Saturday, August 15, 2026 11:03:54 AM
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
Ruscellis opens in Martys TrussvilleAnybody who wants to try Italian food at Martys Trussville wont have to wait anymore Ruscellis Italian restaurant has made its home there.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, August 15, 2026 9:11:52 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 Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:03:03 AM
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
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 Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:03:08 AM
Crews working to repair water main break near Jemison Park in Mountain BrookMOUNTAIN BROOK, Ala. (WIAT) -- Central Alabama Water and Mountain Brook Parks and Recreation are on the scene of a water main break inside Jemison Park. A significant amount of water compromised two trees and part of the trail, according to the Mountain Brook Police Department. The trail is closed at this time. Authorities are [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, August 14, 2026 1:25:33 PM
Trussville to hold Last Splash Bash before permanently closing poolThe City of Trussville is giving residents one last chance to swim at the Trussville Pool before closing permanently.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, August 15, 2026 9:08:58 AM
Shelby County, Hoover schools announce new leadersShelby County Schools and Hoover City Schools announce new principals, assistant principals and district-level administrators for the upcoming school year.
280 Living at Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:03:56 AM
Alabama Power blood drive with LifeSouth collects nearly 200 donationsAlabama Power employees turned out strong to give the gift of life during a time of need. As part of its annual Safety Renewal program, Alabama Powers Power Delivery Construction and Contract Services team hosted a blood drive on July 28. The drive attracted 189 donors, up from 104 in 2025, the first time the [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, August 14, 2026 2:32:24 PM
Dangerous Weekend Heat: Alabama Temperatures Near 100° With Heat Index Around 110°Alabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Heat Advisory remains in effect through the weekend for Central Alabama. Any showers and thunderstorms will gradually taper off tonight. A few storms could be strong, producing gusty winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. Minor flooding will also be possible. Otherwise, expect partly cloudy, mild, and muggy conditions overnight, with [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, August 14, 2026 4:40:19 PM
Birmingham invests $3.5 million in early literacy and school readiness programThe Birmingham City Council approved $3.5 million in funding for Small Magic, an early learning initiative that provides literacy support, parent resources and child care quality improvement programs.
AL.com at Friday, August 14, 2026 3:33:27 PM
Jaguars lean on culture and new pieces as they jump back into bigger classificationSpain Park returns to a larger classification with a close-knit culture, new contributors and an experienced defense leading the Jaguars into the 2026 season.
280 Living at Sunday, August 16, 2026 1:03:49 AM
August 13, 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 Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:02:59 AM
Bear breaks into Kentucky home, eats KFCA Kentucky woman warned others to secure their doors and remove food scraps after a large bear broke into her home early Thursday morning, shattering a glass table.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, August 15, 2026 10:12:43 PM
280 corridor open houses August 15-16Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Sunday, August 16, 2026 6:03:45 AM
Supreme Court emergency docket roars backThe Supreme Courts emergency docket has flared up in the thick of the justices summer recess. President Trump is urging the justices to revive his mail ballot restrictions and allow White House ballroom construction to resume. It again puts the high court in the hot seat after its string of key rulings on other aspects of [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, August 16, 2026 5:01:19 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 Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:03:03 AM
Bicyclist killed after being struck by multiple vehicles in BirminghamBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A 39-year-old man who was riding a bike was killed early Thursday morning after being struck by multiple vehicles, including a Jefferson County Sheriffs Office patrol vehicle. The man, who has been positively identified, was struck around 3:51 a.m. in the 3100 block of Sweeney Hollow Road. His family has not [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, August 14, 2026 12:00:22 PM
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 Saturday, August 15, 2026 11:03:54 AM
Shelby County Planning Commission to meet MondayThe meeting will be Monday, Aug. 17, at 6 p.m.
280 Living at Sunday, August 16, 2026 12:03:56 AM
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