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Florida deputies reunite missing Alabama woman with husband
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) -- On a hot summer day this week, Florida deputies treated an Alabama woman who had been reported missing to ice cream and water while they waited for her husband to bring her home. On Monday, June 15, The Walton County Sheriff's Office responded to report made by a homeowner who said [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 8:57:30 AM


All-South Metro Softball: Several local players named first team
The 2026 All-South Metro Softball Team honors top players across the area, led by Corey Goguts, Madison Letson, Kate Flanagan, Harper Looney and coach Taylor Burt.
280 Living at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 11:05:13 AM
Alabama dad loses prosthetic leg in Gulf while on family vacation in PCB
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - What was supposed to be a fun day quickly became a costly setback for Andrew Walker. The Alabama father was vacationing with his family near Beach Access 63 in Panama City Beach when he lost his prosthetic leg in the Gulf. I was out helping my youngest son on his [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 7:49:34 PM
Cheers vibe in the countryside
Spitting Llama has helped Cat-n-Bird Winery in Chelsea grow into a relaxed Saturday community spot with drinks, music, food trucks and family-friendly events.
280 Living at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 12:05:22 PM
New Orleans man stabbed to death on charter bus in Bessemer identified
A New Orleans man who was stabbed to death while on a charter bus in Bessemer was identified Tuesday morning.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 8:39:30 AM
Husband of nurse killed in DCH shooting files wrongful death lawsuit
The husband of a nurse who was shot and killed in the DCH parking lot filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the hospital Wednesday.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 5:31:16 PM
Cahaba Critters hosting 'Red, White & Moo' event June 27
Cahaba Critters, a nonprofit farm serving children in foster care and children with special needs, is hosting a community event June 27.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, June 15, 2026 9:50:34 PM
Weather Aware Thursday & Friday: Arthur's Remnants Bring Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding
CBS 42 Weather Live Channel: Tonight, Tropical Storm Arthur will weaken into a remnant low, track northeast across Louisiana toward Alabama. It will be cloudy, breezy, and muggy, with bands of heavy rain moving into Central Alabama toward daybreak. Lows will be in the 70s. ***Weather Aware Thursday and Friday*** The remnants of Arthur will [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 4:58:52 PM
The family legacy behind this Birmingham restaurant spans generations
Pop's Neighborhood Grill is the last business standing in the Shepherd-Sloss Building, surviving fires, closures and neighborhood transformation over 16 years.
AL.com at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 7:34:53 AM
Birmingham Celebrates Juneteenth with Baseball, Block Parties and Black Excellence
By Cherith Glover Fluker | For the Birmingham Times Birmingham will commemorate Juneteenth throughout June with a range of events across the city. This year, celebrations stretch from America’s oldest ballpark to Kelly Ingram Park, where the Civil Rights Movement made its stand. What binds these events together is not only a shared date on […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 2:04:06 PM
Birmingham man pleads guilty to sexually exploiting child
Charges of sexually exploiting a child were filed against a Birmingham man Tuesday, according to the Department of Justice.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 11:29:34 AM
African American Comic Expo Brings Black Nerd Culture to Birminghams West Side
By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times For Micah Blair, being a “blerd ” is about more than comic books, cosplay, and anime. It’s about creating a space where people can embrace who they are without judgment. “A blerd is an African American or person of color that loves everything in the nerd community, from […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:03:46 AM
Humanities program explores lesser-known stories behind the Statue of Liberty
Storyteller Dolores Hydock will examine the history, design and public reaction behind one of America's most recognizable symbols.
280 Living at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:04:55 PM
Homewood wine bistro closing after 2 years
The Highland Avenue location in Birmingham is still open.
AL.com at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 10:05:51 AM
A cappella group Straight No Chaser coming to Oxford Performing Arts Center
A cappella group Straight No Chaser's Beach Bash tour kicked off Tuesday. The tour will run through July 12, with a final stop at the Oxford Performing Arts Center.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 4:32:36 PM
Birmingham man pleads guilty to sexual exploitation of child as trial begins
A jury had already been seated when 35-year-old Robert Lee Ford Jr. pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual exploitation of children, Northern District of Alabama U.S. Attorney Phil Williams announced Tuesday.
AL.com at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:06:02 PM
Trussville school board approves free breakfast for students
Students at Trussville City Schools will be eligible for free breakfast this upcoming school year after the board of education voted in favor of universal breakfast on Monday, June 15.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 2:56:37 PM
Honmoon Princesses: A Tribute to KPop Demon Hunters
For a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become a Member Share a magical evening at Honmoon Princesses: A Tribute to K-Pop Demon Hunters, an all-ages experience, a tribute to the vibrant music and imaginative world of K-Pop Demon […] The post Honmoon Princesses: A Tribute to KPop Demon Hunters appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00:39 PM
Step Afrika!
For a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become a Member Feel the rhythm and experience the energy of Step Afrika! live in Birmingham, AL, the worlds first professional company dedicated to the tradition of stepping, a powerful […] The post Step Afrika! appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00:40 PM
Juneteenth memorial planned for transgender woman who died in the Birmingham City Jail
Kalena “Peaches” Croskey, 32, was one of two people who died at the jail in a span of three days.
AL.com at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 3:05:59 PM
Center Point man is one of two inmates to die at Birmingham City jail in three days
The Jefferson County Coroners Office identified the inmate as Kendall Kadeem Sweazer. He was 35 and lived in Center Point.
AL.com at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 9:05:55 AM
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… The post Listen Up first appeared on B-Metro.
B-Metro at Wednesday, June 3, 2026 6:38:00 AM
Cirque Mechanics: Tilt!
For a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become a Member Experience gravity-defying thrills and mechanical marvels as Cirque Mechanics brings Tilt! to the Alys Stephens Center Jemison Concert Hall stage. Inspired by the exhilaration and artistry of amusement […] The post Cirque Mechanics: Tilt! appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:13 PM
2026 Arts Block Party feat. Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience
Mark your calendar for September 18 at 5 p.m. and join us for the biggest arts celebration of the season! The UAB Center for the Arts Block Party is a free, family-friendly evening filled with music, art, food, and fun for all ages.  Enjoy local food trucks, creative vendors, live DJ music, giveaways, and interactive experiences throughout the evening. The galleries […] The post 2026 Arts Block Party feat. Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience appeared first on UAB Center for t...
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00:38 PM
Eric Essix 30: A Retrospective
For a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become a Member Celebrating the Alys Stephens Centers 30th Anniversary, Eric Essix returns for a landmark concert that honors past, present, and future. This special evening marks the […] The post Eric Essix 30: A Retrospective appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:15 PM
New Orleans man charged with murder in Bessemer stabbing
A New Orleans man has been charged with murder following a stabbing in the Bessemer Walmart parking lot Monday.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 2:43:59 PM
2026 Alabama Primary Election Runoff Results
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CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:00:00 PM
Opinion: Why I Voted the Way I Voted on the Data Center Ordinance
By Josh Vasa | Birmingham City Council  I’ve received emails, phone calls, text messages, and comments regarding the City Council’s vote on the Data Center Ordinance. Some residents supported the vote. Others strongly opposed it. My goal in writing this is not to convince everyone to agree with me; it is to explain what the […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 2:04:08 PM
Alabama Powers Safe-T-Zone helps Montevallo, Dothan first responders recognize electrical hazards
First 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 Tuesday, June 16, 2026 10:05:13 PM
Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
For a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become a Member Featuring brilliantly reimagined ukulele covers of contemporary favorites, the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain brings its internationally acclaimed blend of music and comedy to the UAB Alys Stephens Center in […] The post Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:14 PM
Last chance to see RÜFÜS DU SOL in Birmingham — here's where to find the best ticket deals
Scheduled to take place at the Coca-Cola Amphitheater on June 30, the upcoming Birmingham show is in the middle of the extensive tour and continues to gain attention as the date draws closer.
AL.com at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:06:02 PM
Pinson man charged in fatal Birmingham shooting
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department announced an arrest in connection to a fatal shooting over the weekend. Officers responded to the 260 block of West Valley Avenue on reports of a person shot around 4 p.m. Saturday. Upon arrival, officers found Jorge Fonseca, 34, of Birmingham, unresponsive and suffering from a gunshot [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 12:38:35 PM
How to stay safe as the summer days continue to get hotter in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- As a triple-digit heat index continues, it's important to practice heat safety, and you can use a provided cooling station across the Birmingham area to do so. For individuals doing outside activities, it is important to stay hydrated, find shade, and recognize the signs of heat stroke. Heat-related deaths are preventable, [...]...
CBS 42 at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 1:49:42 PM
Forest Parks residents talk traffic concerns with new development
HighPointe Properties wants to add 20 homes between Forest Parks and U.S. 280.
280 Living at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 8:04:46 AM
Inaugural Grid Games Energy Hackathon Launched for Alabama High Schoolers
By Shirley Jackson | Alabama NewsCenter The future of energy was on full display as 10th-grade high school students from across Alabama recently took part in the inaugural Grid Games, an Alabama high school energy hackathon powered by Alabama Power. Alabama Powers Strategic Implementation department led the hackathon, partnering with Community Relations and the Alabama […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 2:04:04 PM
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Bham Now at Thursday, June 11, 2026 12:09:28 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… The post The Souths Best Colleges: University of North Alabama first appeared on B-Metro.
B-Metro at Friday, June 5, 2026 4:04:58 PM
Ruling on motion to consolidate 2 capital murder cases involving Damien McDaniel expected by June 19
Jefferson County prosecutors are asking Circuit Court Judge Shanta Owens to consolidate two capital murder cases for Damien McDaniel.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:17:31 PM
Birmingham on a Permanent Emotional Roller Coaster
By 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 Tuesday, June 16, 2026 8:01:22 AM
Trump-backed US Rep. Barry Moore wins GOP primary runoff for the US Senate in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican runoff Tuesday for Alabama's open U.S. Senate seat, advancing to the fall election with the help of President Donald Trumps endorsement. Moore defeated political newcomer and former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson in the contest for the seat being vacated by Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who is running for governor in November. [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 9:22:26 PM
Lincoln Food Pantry seeks support after fire destroys building
Just days after a devastating fire destroyed the Lincoln Food Pantry, the community gathered in prayer Monday with a single message: this setback will not stop their mission to feed those in need.
CBS 42 at Monday, June 15, 2026 10:15:39 PM
Sidewalk Film hosting watch party for Earth, Wind & Fire documentary
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Sidewalk Film is hosting a watch party for a two-hour documentary focused on nine-time Grammy Award-winning band Earth, Wind & Fire. The documentary, Earth Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World, is directed by Ahmir Questlove Thompson. The watch party is scheduled for June 19 [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 4:47:10 PM
Your Home is an Investment — How Homeownership Helps to Create Generational Wealth
Sponsored by JPMorganChase A Q&A with local home lending advisor Beau Griess For most Americans, owning a home has long been considered a cornerstone to building and preserving generational wealth. A home purchase often symbolizes more than just securing a place to live — homeownership can help anchor families, support long-term financial stability and fuel […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 5:03:58 PM
Shark attack survivor Lulu Gribbin to speak at Trussvilles 2026 Mayors Prayer Breakfast
Trussvilles 2026 Mayors Prayer Breakfast has been scheduled for Friday, Aug. 14, at the Trussville Civic Center.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 2:59:58 PM
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom, Community, and Remembrance
By Cherith Glover Fluker | For the Birmingham Times Juneteenth, short for June Nineteenth, marks the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to enforce the freedom of enslaved people. This came two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation had already declared them free. The delay itself tells a story of […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 2:04:01 PM
Oteys Fest 2026
Oteys Tavern Proudly Announces Oteys Fest 2026! WHEN: Saturday, July 25th, 2026 – RAIN OR SHINE! WHERE: Oteys Tavern in Crestline – 224 Country Clb… The post Oteys Fest 2026 first appeared on B-Metro.
B-Metro at Tuesday, June 9, 2026 5:33:48 PM
Nakazawa, Burns named 2026 scholarship winners by Destination Hoover International
The scholarships are funded with proceeds from the Jubilee Joe's Crawfish Fest.
280 Living at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 4:33:16 PM
Former state and local officials share expectations for primary runoff elections
Former Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill chimed in on what to expect for the June 16th Alabama Primary Runoff Elections.
CBS 42 at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:57:29 AM
All-South Metro Baseball: Lions, Jags land on 1st team
Hoovers Will Adams, Homewoods Levi Nickoli and Hewitt-Trussvilles Jace Riggan lead the 2026 All-South Metro Baseball Team after standout seasons across the metro area.
280 Living at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:04:55 PM
89-year-old dies after being struck by vehicle in Birmingham
An 89-year-old woman died Tuesday evening after being struck by a vehicle.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 8:31:50 AM
2026 BPL Summer Reading Spotlight: Woodlawn Branch Library Plans Summer
By Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library Every Birmingham Public Library branch offers its own special Summer Reading experience, but Woodlawn Branch Library stands out with a lineup you won’t find just anywhere. Where else can families meet friendly therapy animals, hear an uplifting hip-hop program that celebrates learning, and sit down one-on-one with […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:03:47 AM
Missing South Carolina personal trainer seen walking home from gym before vanishing
The Lexington Police Department is asking anyone with home or business security footage to contact detectives.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 5:00:30 PM
Free events coming to the Birmingham area this July
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) -- As the summer months pass by, there are multiple free events in the Birmingham area and surrounding cities. Here is a list of free events bring offered in the area to attend: Saturn: Boutwell Auditorium: True Story Brewing: Thank You Books: Tin Roof: Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex: The Edge Homwood:...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 10:39:24 AM
Birmingham Full Figured Fashion Week Brings Diversity, Inclusivity to the Catwalk
By Ameera Steward | The Birmingham Times Runway walks, beauty panels, and style lessons — all draped in the idea that fashion is for every body. The Magic City can look forward to all this and much more during this years Birmingham Full Figured Fashion Week (BFFFW), set for the week of June 14. “This […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 3:03:50 PM
Trump-backed US Rep. Barry Moore battles ex-Navy SEAL Jared Hudson in GOP Senate runoff in Alabama
Alabama is one of several Southern states that quickly redrew their U.S. House maps and eliminated districts held by Black Democrats following a Supreme Court decision that severely weakened the Voting Rights Act.
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:41:07 AM
Weather Aware: Tropical System Brings Torrential Rain With Flash Flooding Across Central Alabama
CBS 42 Weather Live Channel: Tonight, the cold front will dissipate as the rain moves east of Alabama. We will be left with clouds and muggy lows in the 60s. Wednesday will be partly cloudy and warmer with spotty showers and storms. Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s. ***Weather Aware Thursday and [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:24:57 PM
Birmingham activist arrested at city hall after showdown with police over jail deaths
Activist Eric Hall was tackled and handcuffed by police after demanding to meet with Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin about two deaths at the city jail that occurred three days apart.
AL.com at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:06:09 PM
Bishop assigns three newly ordained priests to Alabama churches
The priests will serve at Birmingham-area parishes.
AL.com at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 12:05:36 PM
District 52 Runoff Pits Two Community Advocates After Upset of Incumbent
By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Voters in Alabama House District 52 will return to the polls on June 16 to decide who will represent the district in Montgomery after two challengers emerged from a crowded Democratic primary and unseated incumbent Rep. Kelvin Datcher in one of the election cycle’s biggest surprises. Attorney and […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, June 16, 2026 3:03:49 PM
“We may season our food differently, we may sound a bit different, but we are actually all family.”
PAULINE FORD, FOUNDER OF CENTRAL ALABAMA CARIBBEAN AMERICAN ORGANIZATION (CACAO), ABOUT THE ANNUAL MARVEL CITY CARIBBEAN FOOD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL IN DOWNTOWN BESSEMER ON JUNE 6, BIRMINGHAMTIMES, JUNE 8.
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, June 17, 2026 2:04:07 PM

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