Aggregated news from Birmingham's leading news sources.
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 Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
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 Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
Remembering Alabamians who served in the Bay of Pigs—April 21st [FREE EVENT]??? PAY TRIBUTE: Commemorate Alabama servicemen who served during the Bay of Pigs Invasion with the Southern Museum of Flight! ??NowPartner...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 11:07:04 AM
FIRST LOOK: New Mexican restaurant, De Nada, opening soon in Parkside?? A fresh new dining experience that blends Birmingham roots with elevated Mexican cuisine is opening soon in Birmingham's Parkside District ??...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:07:56 PM
6 new businesses + 2 closures in Birmingham this week?? NEW + COMING SOON: Its a new week in The Magic City, and that means a new roundup of businesses popping up across town.
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
Owners of Brookwood Village sell 40K square feet for retail/office space??The new owners promise new office spaces and retail. See the details ????
What do you think should redeveloped at the former Brookwood Village?...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 10:52:47 AM
A Special Meet and Greet with Dog Man and Captain Underpants Creator Dav PilkeyBooks-A-Million Proudly Presents Dav Pilkey, #1 Worldwide Bestselling Author and Illustrator of Dog Man, Captain Underpants, and Cat Kid Comic Club Saturday, April 25 at 1:00 PM CT (Doors open at 12:00 PM) Jemison Concert Hall at UAB Alys Stephens Center 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205 Tickets to our Dav Pilkey event […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 7:30:25 AM
Your Parents Abandoned Birmingham. Will You?By Tony Tamburello Birmingham has changed dramatically in my lifetime. Downtown revitalization, mixed-use development, and reinvestment have turned stagnant areas into hubs of activity. Much of this progress comes not from flashy reinvention but from undoing past mistakes that pushed people away. From a city once defined by decline to one defined by possibility, the … Continue reading Your Parents Abandoned Birmingham. Will You? →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:27 AM
Political group tied to Birmingham mayor funds attack radio ads against state repRep. Juandalynn Givan says the radio ad contains inaccurate information and accuses Mayor Woodfin and his camp of trying to handpick her replacement.
AL.com at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 6:06:25 AM
Classic clothes, coffee, community: New vintage store to host grand opening in BirminghamCollected Birmingham, a new downtown vintage shop, is hosting their grand opening on Saturday, April 18.
AL.com at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 10:11:15 PM
New Michigan-based Yemeni coffee shop coming soon to US-280? MORE YEMENI COFFEE: Shibam Coffee Co. is opening its first Alabama location in Inverness, emphasizing Yemeni coffee culture and supporting local farmers with fair practices...
Bham Now at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 12:47:12 PM
How to keep kids healthy + happy all spring + summer—Birmingham parents, save this!?? BHAM PARENTS, SAVE THIS: Keep kids healthy + happy all spring + summer with these tips + resources. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 10:28:08 AM
City of Pelham introduces first-ever “Tennis Fest”?? TENNIS FEST: Check out the tennis competition + community gathering coming to Pelham...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:07:56 PM
New luxury event space opens in downtown Birmingham?? NOW BOOKING: A husband-wife team has launched The Collective on 4th in Birmingham for a variety of events, offering photography and unique experiences...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 12:19:36 PM
Hoover school board approves $6.3 million for summer projects, kitchen equipmentTwelve schools are impacted by the jobs.
280 Living at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 3:33:14 PM
Alabama Power linemen, coaching duo of Clanton bring teamwork from bucket truck to ballfieldTyrone 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
Birmingham robs Hoover, and the winner is…By David Sher I couldn’t believe my eyes or ears. It was like a scene from a science fiction movie. I was at Railroad Park that day in 2012 when former Hoover Mayor Tony Petelos appeared with Birmingham Mayor William Bell to announce that the Birmingham Barons were moving from Hoover to Birmingham. Folks from … Continue reading Birmingham robs Hoover, and the winner is… →...
Comeback Town at Saturday, April 4, 2026 7:01:28 PM
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 chefs kitchen, guest house + more.??NowPartner...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
Birmingham City Council Approves New Medical Waste Facility for Kingston NeighborhoodBy 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
Chelsea City Council approves agreement with Middle Alabama Area Agency on AgingChelsea 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
Birmingham Stallions turn to former Auburn kickerThe 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
Birmingham One Step Away from Doing the ImpossibleBy David Sher Let me get this out of the way: Some people or going to accuse me of being a bit too optimistic. That is all okay. A dose of optimism is likely what we need. Birmingham has always been known as the city of perpetual promise. And for the first time in modern … Continue reading Birmingham One Step Away from Doing the Impossible →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, April 7, 2026 8:01:24 AM
You and Your Family May Not Need Birmingham until You DoBy David Sher I’m writing this column for one reason. This piece is for the folks who take Birmingham’s strengths for granted and feel we’re falling behind Huntsville. Let me say this clearly from the start: Huntsville is a remarkable American success story. Its economic growth, population boom, and emergence as an aerospace powerhouse deserve … Continue reading You and Your Family May Not Need Birmingham until You Do →...
Comeback Town at Saturday, April 4, 2026 7:01:28 PM
Vocelli Pizza to open new Valleydale locationVocelli 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 metro real estate market now experiencing ‘spring surge’?? BIRMINGHAM REAL ESTATE: March was a good month for the housing market in Birmingham!
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Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:48:05 PM
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
Its 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 Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
Birmingham’s chicken festival is back on May 2—get tickets now??CHICKEN FESTIVAL: The second annual Furnace Chicken Festival is back! Get your tickets.?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 12:34:28 PM
Alabama club pro playing in major golf championshipPine Tree Country Club in Birmingham will be represented at the Senior PGA Championship this week.
AL.com at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 9:33:55 PM
Cajun restaurant Bayou on 8th closing in Smithfield, April 27RESTAURANT CLOSING: Bayou on 8th will be running closure specials in the weeks leading up to its final day ??...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:07:56 PM
Why Birminghams Economic Future Depends on Regional AlignmentBy Steve Ammons Economic competition today doesnt happen city by city. It happens region against region. Companies evaluating where to invest arent comparing one municipality to another. Theyre comparing metropolitan areas, looking at workforce size, infrastructure, talent pipelines, quality of life, and economic momentum. In other words, theyre evaluating regions. That reality is exactly why … Continue reading Why Birminghams Economic Future Depends on Regional Alignment →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, March 26, 2026 4:48:33 PM
Hoover favorite Blue Pacific returns after month-long closure???? WELCOME BACK! One of Birmingham's favorite restaurants is once again open for business after a brief hiatus...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
Youve Got to Make It Happen: The Lifes Work of Robert Bob DickersonBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times On any given day, inside the Birmingham Business Resource Center, the work doesnt announce itself. It hums. A phone call about a loan application. A quiet conversation about a business plan that isnt quite there yet. Someone walking in with an idea — and walking out with direction. […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 9:32:54 PM
The Birmingham Times editor lands new role in Philadelphia—our chat with Barnett Wright??? The Birmingham Times editor has a new role! Learn more about Barnett Wright. ??...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 10:26:36 AM
A New Five Points South Is Emerging Right Before My EyesBy Steve Alexander. If you havent visited Five Points South lately, youll be amazed with what you see. Gone is the graffiti. Clean and Safe ambassadors patrol the district. There are no encampments in the park. The unhoused are being proactively connected to the services they need. Five Points South is re-emerging right before my … Continue reading A New Five Points South Is Emerging Right Before My Eyes →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, March 26, 2026 4:48:34 PM
Upcoming Saturday lane closure on US-280 in Shelby County: What you need to know?? Expect 280 Shelby County delays on Saturday, April 18.
Bham Now at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 11:22:42 AM
Most prominent Newspaper in Canada Declares Canada is Poorer than AlabamaBy David Sher Quite frankly, I am stunned. Year after year, Alabama has been a punching bag for the press. What a breath of fresh air. Canada’s Globe and Mail — widely regarded as Canada’s most influential national publication —sent a reporter to the Deep South to figure out how Alabama had become richer than … Continue reading Most prominent Newspaper in Canada Declares Canada is Poorer than Alabama →...
Comeback Town at Saturday, April 4, 2026 7:01:28 PM
32 weekend events including the Alabama State Fair (April 17-19)?? WEEKEND PLANS: Here's what's happening in Birmingham, April 17–19. ??...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:06:36 AM
Handcuffed teen suspect in Birmingham students murder hid gun in interrogation room trashcanRonald Martez Bennett Jr., 18, died when masked gunmen opened fire on his vehicle.
AL.com at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 7:08:10 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 Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
“We want to be a community hub — anybody whos got a crazy idea, like, oh yeah, we can do it.”ERIC MARABLE JR., CO-FOUNDER OF THE FLOURISH ALABAMA, THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES, APRIL 8.
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 9:32:52 PM
New Birmingham vintage shop set to open Saturday, April 18??? OPENING SOON: Love shopping sustainably? This new spot will be your go-to for all vintage shopping + trading.
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:58:23 PM
Birmingham Woman Walked Away from a Dream Job. Now Being Recognized for Oscar-Nominated FilmBy David Sher, I have the deepest respect and admiration for people who are brave and unselfish enough to go out and make the world better. Not people who talk about making the world better. Not people who share articles about it on social media. People who actually give something up — real comfort, real … Continue reading Birmingham Woman Walked Away from a Dream Job. Now Being Recognized for Oscar-Nominated Film →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:28 AM
Perrys Steakhouse: A decade of dining excellencePerry's Steakhouse & Grille marks 10 years on U.S. 280, earning Birmingham loyalty through USDA prime steaks, exceptional service and a well-oiled kitchen that served 900 guests on Valentine's Day.
280 Living at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 5:33:20 PM
Alpha Kappa Alpha Brings Sisterhood, Service and Stacey Abrams to BirminghamBy Cody D. Short | For The Birmingham Times More than 6,000 women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated will gather in Birmingham this month for the organizations 94th South Eastern Regional conference, which will also bring political leader Stacey Abrams to the Magic City. Members from across Alabama and neighboring states Tennessee and Mississippi […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 11:03:26 PM
Earth Day: 10 Ways to give back in Birmingham?? EARTH DAY IS APRIL 22: Here's how to give back and get involved across Birmingham.
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:06:36 AM
Golf for a good cause + win $10k—Saturday, May 16?CALLING ALL GOLFERS: Register for this local tournament + enter a hole-in-one contest for a chance to win $10K! ??NowPartner...
Bham Now at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 10:01:18 AM
How Does Birmingham Do It? One of the Most Generous Cities in AmericaBy Jacob Gordon I’m so proud of Birmingham. And you should be too. We often take our most positive attributes for granted. Year after year, Birmingham is recognized as one of the most generous cities in the U.S. Magnify Money: Birmingham 2nd most charitable city in America Chroncicle of Philanthropy: Birmingham 3rd most charitable city … Continue reading How Does Birmingham Do It? One of the Most Generous Cities in America →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:30 AM
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 Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
Your guide to 40 coffee shops across Greater Birmingham? COFFEE SHOPS: You deserve a caffeine treat, Birmingham... where are you headed?...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:44:49 PM
Alabama Tried to get Rid of this Birmingham Man, It Didnt WorkEditor’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
Hoover City Council creates Inverness-Riverchase Sewer BoardCity officials are trying to figure out a long-term solution to finance the city's sewer system.
280 Living at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 3:33:14 PM
You Had Me at Hello: Lessons on LoveCompiled by Javacia Haris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Last week my husband Edward and I celebrated our 20th anniversary. Several friends who have yet to reach that milestone have asked us, “Whats the secret?” We shared a lot of the same advice we gave when we were featured in this column back in 2018: […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 10:04:22 PM
Jefferson County Probate Court to Host First Senior Summit for Older Citizens, CaregiversSpecial 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
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 Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:07:56 PM
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 summers hottest tickets before they sell out. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 2:05:00 PM
New Baskin-Robbins in Birmingham area to celebrate opening with $1.31 scoopsBaskin-Robbins will celebrate its newest Birmingham shop with $1.31 scoops and free prizes on Saturday, April 18.
AL.com at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 4:08:07 PM
Arts Alive event to showcase student talent and support education programsThe inaugural fundraiser will feature performances, student artwork and a dinner experience highlighting Shelby County Schools.
280 Living at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 5:33:20 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 Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:07:56 PM
Iconic soft drink company opens new headquarters in BirminghamBuffalo Rock's new headquarters will be located off Lakeshore Parkway...
AL.com at Thursday, April 16, 2026 12:07:59 PM
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