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Jefferson County burglary results in 2 arrests
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- Two people were taken into custody following an alleged burglary in Jefferson County on Monday. Officers arrived to the 2400 block of First Place NW to investigate a report of a person down. Upon arrival, authorities spoke with a victim who said that two unknown men had broken into his [...]...
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 1:29:23 PM
Local volleyball teams have solid weeksHere's a weekly update on Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park's volleyball teams.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
New Christian school hits zoning roadblockTrinity Classical Academy delayed its opening after Trinity Presbyterian Church learned it lacked Hoover zoning approval to operate a school on the Alabama 119 property.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Homicide investigation underway after Birmingham shootingBirmingham police are investigating a homicide after a person was initially reported to have suffered serious injuries in a shooting Wednesday morning.
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 11:25:03 AM
Kasey Hollington takes the helm at Oak Mountain High School.Kasey Hollington, a longtime Oak Mountain High teacher and assistant principal, has been named the schools next principal, bringing continuity and deep community ties to the role.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
City clamps down on Hoover food truck operatorsHoover has tightened its food-truck rules, ending routine roadside setups and creating a new zoning framework for permanent food-truck courts.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Expect traffic impacts: Part of one of Birminghams main streets will close for 2 weeksThe closure will be in the vicinity of Sloss Furnace along First Avenue North.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:04:35 PM
Cassandra Wilson, the Two-Time Grammy Award-Winning Jazz Singer, Dies at 70By Maria Sherman | Associated Press NEW YORK — Cassandra Wilson, the two-time Grammy Award-winning jazz singer, songwriter and producer has died. She was 70. Dubbed Americas best singer by Time magazine in 2001, Wilson was best known for her genre-bending voice, which expanded the boundaries of traditional blues-based jazz and worked effortlessly across folk, […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:02:53 PM
UAB study finds married couples can slow down aging with shared healthy habitsA new University of Alabama at Birmingham study found that married couples can slow down their aging by sharing healthy habits.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, September 7, 2026 4:39:42 PM
Beacon of pride: Tunnel to Towers veterans village takes shape near 280Tunnel to Towers is converting a former Colonnade hotel into about 110 long-term supportive housing units for military veterans, with an opening planned for 2027.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Hoover zoning board approves plans for 8 new homes in InvernessThe zoning board delayed consideration of a request for a community center in Riverchase Office Park.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:30:32 AM
Unbroken drive: Orthopedist balances risk, recovery and a four-sport lifeOrthopedic surgeon Dr. Mary “Meg” Gilmer balances a demanding medical career with trail running, cycling, ultimate Frisbee and skiing while continually testing her own limits.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Salaam Green Reflects on Her Tenure as Birminghams First Poet LaureateBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times In December of 2023, Salaam Green made local and literary history when she was selected to become the first poet laureate for the City of Birmingham. Greens tenure began in January of 2024 and wraps up at the end of 2026. As Create Birmingham, in partnership with […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:02:51 PM
Stallings has big plans with new athletic director job at Shelby County SchoolsFormer Chelsea baseball coach and athletic director Michael Stallings steps into the top athletics role for Shelby County Schools with relationships at the center of his vision.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Birmingham Orthodontics donates more than 7,000 hygiene kits to area schoolsBirmingham Orthodontics is distributing more than 7,000 oral hygiene kits to schools and community organizations as part of a back-to-school initiative.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
280 corridor business happenings: September 2026See the latest in the 280 corridor business community.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Make-A-Wish Alabama golf tournament returns to Greystone Oct. 8Make-A-Wish Alabama's Putt Wishes First Golf Tournament will return to Greystone Golf & Country Club on Oct. 8 to raise money for children with critical illnesses.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Birmingham Youth are Invited to Lead Climate Solutions Through Bloomberg Philanthropies Fundbirminghamal.gov Birmingham residents ages 15–24 are invited to turn their ideas for a healthier, greener, and more resilient city into action through Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Action Fund. Birmingham is among 300 new cities worldwide selected to participate in the initiative, which empowers young people to design and lead solutions to local climate and environmental challenges. Through the Youth Climate Action […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:02:46 PM
The reluctant librarian who stayed: Michelyn Reids 20-plus years at North ShelbyMichelyn Reid has spent more than 20 years at North Shelby Library, building community relationships while leading both North Shelby and Mt Laurel libraries.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Alabama players react to 48-10 victory over East CarolinaNo. 13 Alabama opened its season with a 48-10 victory over East Carolina.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, September 5, 2026 3:46:40 PM
AmFirst food drive supplies nearly 95,000 meals across central AlabamaAmFirst and ABC 33/40's annual food drive generated enough food and monetary donations to provide 94,863 meals through the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Hoover school board to hold 2 public hearings on 2027 budgetBoth hearings are scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 8 — one at 7:30 a.m. and the second at 4:30 p.m.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Week 3 football: Jags blow past Eagles; Lions rollBriarwood and Spain Park rolled to huge wins on Friday night.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Auburn wins 17-16 heartstopper over BaylorATLANTA (WIAT) — Auburn football started the 2026-27 season against Baylor inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday. The Tigers pulled out a dramatic 17-16 victory in their season debut. Auburn's defense led the way early. The Tigers forced a Baylor turnover on each of its first two possessions. Safety Eric Winters forced a fumble from Baylor [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, September 5, 2026 8:03:47 PM
The Alabama State Fair of My Birmingham Childhood Is GoneBy David Sher When I was a child growing up in Birmingham in the 1950s, there were four things I looked forward to all year: my birthday, Christmas in downtown Birmingham, the Iron Bowl, and the Alabama State Fair. Fortunately, I still have a birthday. But the Christmas downtown of my childhood is gone. The … Continue reading The Alabama State Fair of My Birmingham Childhood Is Gone →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:01:24 AM
Man found dead in Cherokee County after skid steer discovered in waterA man was found dead after a skid steer was discovered overturned in a body of water in Cherokee County on Sunday.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, September 7, 2026 4:10:24 PM
First Coast Guard class graduates from Birmingham-Southern campusThe U.S. Coast Guard celebrated the first graduation of its Leadership and Management School at the former Birmingham-Southern College campus, marking a milestone in the transformation of the historic campus into a military training center.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 6:33:26 AM
Chelsea council rejects bids for City Hall construction projectThe scope of the project will be scaled back, and the project will be rebid after bids came in over budget.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Fall events, activities for teens at Chelsea LibraryChelsea Public Library is expanding its teen programming this fall with a local author event, special-effects workshop, tournaments, crafts and take-home escape rooms.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
280 corridor open houses September 5-6Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Chelsea welcomes new IT Director Matthew GriffinChelseas new IT director Matthew Griffin brings a decade of technology experience and a service-focused approach to supporting city staff and residents.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
All students safe after gunshot heard near Trussville schoolA gunshot near the Paine Elementary School campus received plenty of attention from the Trussville Police Department on Tuesday morning, but students remained safe throughout the ordeal, according to Superintendent Dr. Patrick Martin.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 1:15:19 PM
Part of Birmingham's 1st Avenue North to close for 2 weeksA part of First Avenue North is set to close at the 35th Street North Bridge for about two weeks starting Thursday.
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 12:26:01 PM
Inmate found dead at Jefferson County Jail identifiedBESSEMER, Ala. (WIAT) -- An inmate who was found dead at the Jefferson County Jail-Bessemer Division was identified Wednesday. James Hill, 59, of McCalla, was found unresponsive by jail staff in his cell at about 2:15 p.m. He was pronounced dead at about 2:45 p.m. An autopsy will be performed to determine the cause and [...]...
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 9:16:31 AM
No. 12 Alabama hits the road with hopes of finding more success away from homeTUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Alabama handled life on the road far better in Kalen DeBoers second season than his first. After going 2-3 in true road games in 2024, the Crimson Tide improved to 5-1 last season. Now, Kentucky awaits as 12th-ranked Alabamas first road test of 2026. Alabama is 7-7 away from home through DeBoers first two seasons, [...]...
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 10:13:22 AM
D-BAT Oak Mountain opens along Cahaba Valley RoadD-BAT Oak Mountain has opened a 16,500-square-foot indoor baseball and softball training facility near Heardmont Park on Cahaba Valley Road.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
What could be more caring than engineering?Spain Park Engineering Academy students are using 3D printing and hands-on design to create prosthetic devices for real people, connecting engineering with community needs.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Woman found dead in Hoover community pool identifiedHOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Hoover woman found dead in a community pool was identified Wednesday morning. On September 3, Terry Lynn Walker-Zuniga, 70, was found unresponsive in a community pool on Little Valley Road around 9:32 p.m. Hoover police began investigating the death as a homicide and quickly identified a person of interest in [...]...
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 9:14:20 AM
Sports Consultant Keonna Farmer is Preparing Student Athletes for Game of LifeBy Jordyn Davis | For the Birmingham Times Dr. Keonna Farmer has been keeping student athletes in check since 2020. As a former athlete, she saw firsthand what it takes to be prepared both athletically and professionally. Today, shes focused on building young athletes from the ground up through discipline, preparing them for life beyond […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:02:54 PM
Leeds Board of Education hears concerns on communication with publicSeveral spoke during public comments to voice concerns, notably in regard to communication, to the Leeds Board of Education during a meeting on Tuesday morning.
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 10:25:51 AM
59-year-old inmate found dead at Jefferson County jailBESSEMER, Ala. (WIAT) -- An inmate at the Jefferson County Jail-Bessemer Division was found dead Monday. The 59-year-old McCalla man, who has been identified but whose family has not been notified, was found unresponsive by jail staff in his cell at about 2:15 p.m. He was pronounced dead at about 2:45 p.m. An autopsy will [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 11:45:14 AM
Birmingham approves $1.1 million for Hill School redevelopment to new homesBirmingham City Council voted to sell the vacant Smithfield school property for $1 and fund development of 31 single-family homes on the site abandoned since 2014.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 1:32:43 PM
Telling Our Citys Story: What It Means to Be Poet Laureate for the City of BirminghamBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Create Birmingham, in partnership with the City of Birmingham, recently announced that its team is now accepting applications for the 2027–28 City of Birmingham Poet Laureate. But if you dont linger in literary circles, or perhaps even if you do, you may be wondering: what is a […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:02:48 PM
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 the Baltimore Sun, the average commercial value of an … Continue reading Birmingham: The New Plantation Owners Dont Grow Cotton –They Harvest Data →...
Comeback Town at Monday, September 7, 2026 12:01:19 AM
Football Friday: Region openers on tapHigh school football in the 280 corridor continues Friday night.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Online Sales for Magic City Classic Tailgating Slots Will Open Thursday, Sept. 10birminghamal.gov The online tailgating slots for the Magic City Classic at Legion Field will go live at 12:01 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10 on www.bigtickets.com. The game is the annual matchup between Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University. Before getting on Big Tickets, fans should consider creating an account in advance. Once the slots […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:02:47 PM
Hoover Planning Commission to consider 8 new residential lots in InvernessThe 35.6-acre property is off Inverness Point Drive.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Man in handcuffs stole Adamsville police car, chief saysAdamsville police say 35-year-old Justin Robert Green stole a police cruiser and was eventually captured in Birmingham.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 10:04:57 AM
Recently sold homes along the 280 corridor: September 2026See some recent real estate sales along the 280 corridor.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Man shot dead in Birminghams 2nd homicide in 16 hoursThe shooting happened just after 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the 900 block of 47th Place North.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 12:32:57 PM
More than a badge: Brock Hardy builds trust one student at a timeSgt. Brock Hardy is leading Hoovers school resource officers with a focus on trust, relationships and making law enforcement a familiar resource for students.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
Week 4 Football Preview: Eagles playing in Game of the WeekBriarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park's football teams are back in action Friday.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
2 arrested on drug charges in Jefferson CountyThe Jefferson County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of two individuals after executing a search warrant on Thursday.
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 11:19:05 AM
Hot and Less Humid Weather Tuesday and Wednesday, Storm Chances Increase On ThursdayAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Tonight: A few showers and storms will move across Central Alabama this evening, bringing locally heavy downpours and brief gusty winds. Rain will taper off overnight, leaving partly cloudy skies and a breezy feel. Lows will drop into the upper 60s to lower 70s. Tuesday & Wednesday: The upper-level ridge [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Monday, September 7, 2026 4:30:29 PM
Suspect arrested after University of Alabama student reports sexual assaultA suspect was arrested Tuesday after a University of Alabama student reported to police that she was a victim of a sexual assault.
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 10:49:55 AM
Trussville Council considers moratorium on historic house demolition, presents proposed city budgetTrussville City Council member Ben Horton introduced a moratorium Tuesday night on demolitions in the historic Cahaba Project.
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 11:58:14 AM
Lions stay No. 1, Jags riseThis week's Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings are out.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 3:03:44 PM
The Next Round Alabama News Center College Football Review: Week 1Both the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Auburn Tigers started off this football season with wins but went about them in different ways. The Next Round guys provide a recap of the first week of the season. The Next Round is hosted by Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown and Lance Taylor, and can be watched on YouTube and Facebook or [...]...
Alabama Power at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 1:03:52 PM
3rd northbound lane opens on I-59 in TrussvilleThe widened northbound lanes on I-59 are now open in the Trussville area, adding a third travel lane between I-459 and Chalkville Mountain Road.
CBS 42 at Wednesday, September 9, 2026 10:17:49 AM
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