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Suspect indicted in deadly downtown Birmingham shooting captured on video
Terrance Akeem Alexander, 38, of Pinson, is charged with murder in the slaying of 31-year-old Taevon Jamir Arnold.
AL.com at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 11:33:59 AM


Tasty Town closes after 4 years in Birmingham
??BREAKING: Tasty Town has announced its closure.
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:04:59 PM
Beignets & Brew appears to be coming to Homewood
???? NEW ORLEANS -STYLE BEIGNETS! Looks like Birmingham Metro's first Beignets & Brew is coming to Homewood. Are you a beignets fan? Tell us how you like it served (we like it with ice cream).
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 7:05:21 PM
Great Big Game Show opens at The Summit
Great Big Game Show has opened at The Summit, offering a live, interactive game show experience for groups and families.
280 Living at Monday, April 13, 2026 4:04:37 PM
Hoover Girl Scouts earn Silver Award with new seed library in Aldridge Gardens
??????START YOUR HOME GARDEN: Four Girl Scout Cadettes opened little seed library at Aldridge Gardens, enabling visitors to take and return seed packets for sustainable gardening...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:05:25 PM
Run, dont walk, for 80-cent burgers to celebrate Alabamas chains 80th anniversary
An iconic Birmingham-based burger chain is celebrating its 80th anniversary this week by offering 80-cent hamburgers.
AL.com at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 10:34:00 AM
Jefferson County Probate Court to Host First Senior Summit for Older Citizens, Caregivers
Special to The Times On Tuesday, April 21, the Jefferson County Probate Court will host its inaugural Senior Summit. The event, which will be held from 10 am to 2 pm, is designed to provide valuable resources and services to senior citizens throughout Jefferson County. Attendees will hear from Presiding Judge Yashiba Blanchard and representatives […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 10:03:47 PM
Celebrating 30 Years of RENT: Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp
Unlock exclusive early access and secure the best seats in the house by becoming a UAB Center for the Arts Member today. Celebrate a milestone moment at the Alys Stephens Center as Broadway icons Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp take the stage for a special evening honoring the 30th Anniversary of Rent, as well as […] The post Celebrating 30 Years of RENT: Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00:29 AM
Hero Diner closes Stadium Trace Village location
?? FAREWELL, HERO: Hero has closed its Hoover location, leaving four remaining locations in the Metro area.
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:54:56 PM
Regions Tradition is back with celebrities + special guests—April 29-May 3
?? CAN'T-MISS GOLF: See sports celebs like Saban, Barkley + more at this year's Regions Tradition. ??NowPartner...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 6:05:05 PM
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute unveils KultureCitys 1,000th sensory room
??OPENING ALERT: Read about the inspirational KultureCity sensory room unveiling at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 8:04:44 AM
Planet Fitness to takeover former Big Lots location in Trussville
??????? Planet Fitness is coming to Trussville. What are your thoughts about a new popular workout spot moving into the former Big Lots location?...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 4:05:09 PM
Birmingham restaurant closes after four years: We have enjoyed serving you
The eatery, which served souvlaki, seafood, salads, dips and more, opened in 2022.
AL.com at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:34:01 PM
Birmingham man pleads guilty in shooting that badly injured 2-year-old boy
The boy was critically wounded with injuries to the face and neck.
AL.com at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 4:06:24 PM
6 new businesses + 2 closures in Birmingham this week
?? NEW + COMING SOON: It’s a new week in The Magic City, and that means a new roundup of businesses popping up across town.
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 4:09:34 PM
Samford students showcase unique + modern kimono designs April 12
?? NEED WEEKEND PLANS? Discover the history and cultural significance of the kimono with this modern fashion show presented by Samford students...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 8:04:44 AM
Midweek Magic: How Sloss Furnaces Brings History to Life for Students
birminghamal.gov If you think Sloss Furnaces is only a place to visit on special occasions, heres a little insider knowledge: Every Wednesday, the historic site comes alive with the energy of students discovering Birminghams roots in a hands-on, unforgettable way. Learning Where It Actually Happened Theres something powerful about standing in the very place where […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, April 13, 2026 9:33:25 PM
Johnson: 'Just the beginning': Unlikely collaboration lands in Birmingham Civil Rights District
In a region where collaboration has not always been welcome, two vital nonprofits are forging a new - and necessary - path.
AL.com at Monday, April 13, 2026 10:34:13 AM
6 surprising takeaways from Birminghams latest 2025 economic report
??Q3-Q4 ECONOMIC REPORT: REV Birmingham's latest report says office occupancy downtown is on the upswing. Tell us. How do you feel Birmingham is doing?...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:05:25 PM
FREE Japanese festival in Decatur Friday, May 1 + how to go
?????? FREE JAPANESE FESTIVAL: Daikin Festival returns to Decatur's Point Mallard Park on Friday, May 1! NowPartner...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 3:31:47 PM
Beloved Tru-Riders biker killed in Birmingham hit-and-run remembered for beautiful spirit
Melvin Gordon, a 64-year-old father of three, was a longtime member and leader in The Tru Riders Motorcycle Club in Birmingham.
AL.com at Monday, April 13, 2026 8:06:07 AM
Samara Joy
Unlock exclusive early access and secure the best seats in the house by becoming a UAB Center for the Arts Member today. Fresh off a meteoric rise and multiple Grammy wins, jazz sensation Samara Joy returns to the Alys Stephens Center for a truly special night in our 30th Anniversary season. When we asked audiences […] The post Samara Joy appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00:28 AM
April 9, 2026
____________________________ EMPLOYMENT ____________________________  Ticketing Manager   BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) Ticketing Manager for information & to apply visit https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/ or send resume to careers@bjcc.org /fax resume 205-458-8530. BT4/09/2026   ________________________________ Booking Administrator   BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) Booking Administrator, for information & to apply visit https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/ or send resume to careers@bjcc.org /fax resume...
Birmingham Times at Monday, April 13, 2026 10:03:40 AM
HBCU Basketball Association Hosts Free Pro Tryouts in Birmingham, Bringing Elite Talent and Communit
HBCU Basketball Association The HBCU Basketball Association (HBCUBA) will host a free professional open tryout on Sunday, April 19, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School. Athletes from across the Southeast will compete for placement on one of 10 teams in the leagues inaugural summer season. The event is […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, April 13, 2026 7:03:29 PM
Birmingham says water utilitys filthy hands created fluoride crisis and now must fix it
City attorneys say Central Alabama Water leaders created the fluoride crisis — then tried to blame everyone else for it.
AL.com at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:06:39 PM
Tommy Morrison named to North-South All-Star Game
The Spain Park basketball standout will be part of AHSAA All-Star Week.
280 Living at Monday, April 13, 2026 11:04:53 AM
4 things every Birmingham pet owner should know, according to this local expert
???? CALLING PET PARENTS: We've rounded up 5 things every Bham pet parent should know, according to a local vet. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 7:05:21 PM
Painted Tree closes US-280 location after less than a year
??? NOW CLOSED: Painted Tree Boutiques housed more than 200 vendors, many of them specializing in handmade products...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 4:05:09 PM
Birmingham Stallions turn to former Auburn kicker
The UFL team had three missed extra points in its first three games this season.
AL.com at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 9:34:03 PM
It’s pollen season: How to make your Birmingham home shine
???? KEEP POLLEN AWAY: There's a local business that can help clean off years' worth of pollen + grime from all your home's exterior surfaces.?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 11:47:33 AM
This $3.7M+ Birmingham-area luxury home has a pool, movie theater + more [Exclusive look]
?? WOULD YOU LIVE HERE? This $3.7M+ Birmingham-area home has a chef’s kitchen, guest house + more.??NowPartner...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:27:28 PM
Glen Iris pizza joint named best “hole in the wall”
?? BEST IN STATE: Can you guess which Bham neighborhood pizza joint got a national shoutout? ??...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:05:25 PM
New 75-acre data center in Birmingham issued building permit
?? NEW CONSTRUCTION: Take a look at these million-dollar plus building permits issued this past week. #newconstruction #buildingpermits...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 3:02:59 PM
Birmingham parents: wisdom teeth tips from local experts + how to book
?? PARENTS OF BHAM TEENS: Time for wisdom teeth removal? Weve got tips to make it as low-key as possible.?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 10:04:50 AM
Birmingham walks back on zoning decisions for AI factorys power infrastructure
The city says that the previous votes by the zoning board now have a different outcome.
AL.com at Monday, April 13, 2026 6:34:10 AM
Alabama Power linemen, coaching duo of Clanton bring teamwork from bucket truck to ballfield
Tyrone TJ Morris and Andy Gore work for Alabama Power at the same crew headquarters in Montgomery. But this year that partnership went from the bucket truck to the baseball field when the two started assistant coaching the same youth league baseball team in Clanton. Morris says this is the first year of many to [...]...
Alabama Power at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 3:05:11 AM
Meet Geno Gardner: The Servant Leader Who Teaches Birmingham Financial Growth
By Jordyn Davis | The Birmingham Times Geno Gardner isnt your typical Community Manager at JP Morgan Chase. While he clocks in every weekday, his focus extends far beyond personal or corporate gain. Gardner builds trust and teaches financial education in underserved communities to show up for Birmingham. And while most workforce traits are developed […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 3:03:54 PM
Birmingham ranked best place for urban gardening in Alabama
???????? BEST IN ALABAMA: Thanks to places like Jones Valley Teaching Farm and Birmingham Botanical Gardens, The Magic City ranks nationally as one of the best places for urban gardening.
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:05:25 PM
Taste of Trussville returns with great bites, Restaurant Week Bingo + more this May
??? TASTE OF TRUSSVILLE: Missed tickets? Learn about Restaurant Week, Bingo (win prizes!) + other ways to dig in this May. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:05:25 PM
YMCA president visits the revitalized Roebuck campus: “It is absolutely thriving”
? MAKING MOVES: YMCA CEO Suzanne McCormick highlights the collaborative power of Habitat for Humanity, Christ Health + Impact Family Counseling...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:11:05 PM
$1.2M for childcare centers in Birmingham + more early learning resources
?? EARLY LEARNING IN BHAM: See who helped bring 51 (+counting!) early learning programs to Birmingham. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 8:04:44 AM
Love Alabamas fresh fruit + flowers? Thank these pollinators
?? ALABAMA BEEKEEPERS: Bees make the world go 'round—here's how students + staff at Auburn University are protecting them. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:05:25 PM
Vocelli Pizza to open new Valleydale location
Vocelli Pizza will open a new location April 11 in Valleydale Village, replacing a previously closed Greystone store.
280 Living at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 7:33:05 PM
Birmingham City Council Approves New Medical Waste Facility for Kingston Neighborhood
By Charlize Ramos | CBS 42 A new non-hazardous medical waste facility is coming to Birminghams Kingston neighborhood after receiving approval from the city council Tuesday. The facility will treat non-hazardous waste — including PPE, pharmaceuticals and single-use medical devices — using eco-friendly technology. City leaders said the project will transform a vacant lot into […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 10:03:45 PM
Alabama Tried to get Rid of this Birmingham Man, It Didnt Work
Editor’s note: I don’t do this often. But when we lost J. Mason Davis on April 24, I knew I had to bring back one of the most remarkable pieces ever published on ComebackTown — because it deserves to be read again, and because the man who wrote it deserves to be remembered. Read it … Continue reading Alabama Tried to get Rid of this Birmingham Man, It Didn’t Work →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 2:31:00 PM
Chelsea City Council approves agreement with Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging
Chelsea partnered with M4A — Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging — to send Citizen Observer Patrol volunteers into homebound seniors' homes, delivering meals and companionship to isolated residents.
280 Living at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 7:33:05 PM
Cajun restaurant Bayou on 8th closing in Smithfield, April 27
RESTAURANT CLOSING: Bayou on 8th will be running closure specials in the weeks leading up to its final day ??...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 8:44:28 AM
Usher, Benson Boone + more stars coming to Birmingham this summer
? BIG SHOWS COMING TO BHAM: Chris Brown, Usher, Nate Bargatze, Dude Perfect + more. Grab this summer’s hottest tickets before they sell out. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 12:26:18 PM
City of Pelham introduces first-ever “Tennis Fest”
?? TENNIS FEST: Check out the tennis competition + community gathering coming to Pelham...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 6:05:05 PM
ASFA students win big in national Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
?? ??? CONGRATS! Four Alabama School of Fine Arts students received honors in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, showcasing their exceptional artistic talents and creativity while earning scholarships...
Bham Now at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 6:05:05 PM

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