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New urology clinic opens in Birmingham area
UAB Medicine recently opened a new urology clinic at UAB St. Vincents East as a part of an effort to expand specialty care in the eastern Birmingham area. The clinic will provide both urology and gastroenterology care.
CBS 42 at Sunday, June 7, 2026 11:03:28 AM
Year 2 under Bates brings optimism to Shades ValleyGeorge Bates understood that his first year at Shades Valley would be challenging.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, June 7, 2026 12:24:03 PM
Birmingham Public Library accepting applications for 2026 Local Authors' ExpoBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Public Library is hosting its annual Local Authors' Expo in August. Applications are due by June 18. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 1, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. It will be held at the BPL's Central Library location. The library is accepting applications from local authors in the [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, June 6, 2026 6:32:14 PM
Woman injured in Saturday night Birmingham shootingTwo males were detained for questioning.
AL.com at Saturday, June 6, 2026 9:08:07 PM
Pinson Council hears plans for veterans park, approves grants for teachersThe Pinson City Council was presented with the preliminary plans for a proposed memorial park that honors veterans during a meeting on Thursday night.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, June 6, 2026 10:11:03 AM
BPL Presents Bards & Brews Open Mic Tribute Honoring the Legacy of Voice Porter on Friday at Ferus ABy Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library The legacy of the late Brian “Voice Porter” Hawkins, longtime host of Birmingham Public Librarys popular monthly spoken word poetry and craft beer series Bards & Brews, will be celebrated during a special Bards & Brews Open Mic on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Ferus Artisan Ales […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, June 5, 2026 3:04:18 PM
Alabama Power restores service to all customers affected by June 1 stormsMondays storms came fast and hit hard – sweeping across nearly every part of Alabama and leaving many families and businesses without power. At the height of the storm, customers in about 93% of Alabama Powers service area experienced some level of impact – a reflection of how quickly the system moved and how widespread [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, June 5, 2026 3:33:09 PM
Three decades of bright Alabama beginnings at Harris Early Learning CenterThe atmosphere at the Elmer and Glenda Harris Early Learning Center on the afternoon of April 10 can only be described as festive. That was fitting, as dozens of children — along with parents and grandparents, teachers, administrators and staff — gathered at the HELC facility in downtown Birmingham to celebrate 30 years of delivering [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, June 5, 2026 3:33:17 PM
2026 Arts Block Party feat. Terrance Simien & The Zydeco ExperienceMark 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 […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00:38 PM
Birmingham police investigating homicide on Snavely Avenue, 2 detainedBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred Saturday evening. According to the BPD, a shooting occurred in the 2400 block of Snavely Ave at around 7:35 p.m. A female victim was shot and was initially reported to have sustained life-threatening injuries. This victim later died. The BPD said [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, June 6, 2026 8:50:03 PM
Goguts named Gatorade Alabama Softball Player of the YearHewitt-Trussville standout Corey Goguts keeps raking in awards after one of the most record-breaking seasons in Alabama softball history.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, June 7, 2026 12:18:36 PM
Birmingham Police Department searching for 17-year-old last seen in MayBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is searching for a missing 17-year-old who was last seen in May. Galeana-Gonzalez Brismel was last seen in the 200 block of 67th Place North on May 24. She was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants and black crocs. She's described as being 4-foot-11-inches, 123 [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 3:22:17 PM
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…
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B-Metro at Friday, June 5, 2026 4:04:58 PM
Multiple people injured after tent blows over at West Virginia ball parkMultiple people were taken to the hospital Saturday afternoon following what 911 officials called a mass casualty event at Kendrick Family Ball Park in Morgantown.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, June 6, 2026 4:22:28 PM
Palmerdale fire chief announces joint effort for emergencies at Turkey CreekDuring a meeting of the Pinson City Council on June 4, Palmerdale Fire District Chief Taylor Hancock announced that there will now be a joint response effort of other fire districts for emergencies that take place at Turkey Creek.
CBS 42 at Saturday, June 6, 2026 10:00:05 AM
Hoover East Sports Park reopens after major electrical system upgrade by Alabama PowerThe City of Hoover recently reopened Hoover East Sports Park following a systemwide upgrade to the parks electrical equipment by Alabama Power. City officials, Alabama Power linemen, Louie the Lightning Bug and hundreds of Hoover residents were on hand for the ceremony formally reopening the sports park, which had not had electric service since last [...]...
Alabama Power at Saturday, June 6, 2026 3:33:33 PM
Central Alabama Pride hosting parade and 48th annual PrideFestBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Central Alabama Pride has multiple events scheduled for the rest of June, including the Pride in the Magic City Parade and the 48th annual PrideFest. The parade will be held on Saturday, June 13 at 8 p.m. The parade route will start at 30th St. S. and 7th Ave. S. and [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 3:17:11 PM
From UAB to the NBA: Former Blazers Shows His Commitment to Eye SafetyBy Tanner Burckhard | UAB News Before stepping onto an NBA court with the New York Knicks, Trey Jemison IIIs eye care journey began at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. As a student-athlete, he received care from optometrist Kathy Weise, O.D., assistant professor in the UAB School of Optometry. Weise, who works closely with the […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, June 6, 2026 7:03:45 AM
Becoming the story: How Dalton Jones is turning creativity into a callingChelsea High School senior Dalton Jones is using acting, writing, illustration and film to turn his creativity into a calling.
280 Living at Sunday, June 7, 2026 4:04:41 AM
Gas line struck, residents being asked to evacuate in Etowah CountyAuthorities in Etowah County are investigating after a gas line was struck Friday.
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 11:54:40 AM
Missing Auburn University student found dead in JapanThe family of James Weston Higginbotham announced Saturday that he was found dead outside Kyoto, Japan.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, June 6, 2026 10:30:21 AM
Community reacts to Birmingham mass shooting that left 2 dead and 5 injuredBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A neighborhood in Birmingham's Sandusky community is shaken after Birmingham police say gunfire erupted at a gathering Thursday night, leaving two people dead and five others injured. 50-year-old Bernard Watts was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 9:25 p.m. 33-year-old Diandra Young Johnson died at the hospital [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 6:46:20 PM
U.S. Coast Guard hosts ribbon cutting for training center at former Birmingham-Southern College campBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The U.S. Coast Guard Training Center at the former campus of Birmingham-Southern College officially opened Friday with a ribbon cutting. Admiral Kevin Lunday, the commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, says the impact of the training facility at Birmingham Southern is already being felt. “We've got Coast Guard personnel that are [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 8:52:44 PM
New medical office building breaks ground in Homewood?? UNDER CONSTRUCTION: A new building for Vitalogy Wellness Center & Med Spa is being built in Homewood, emphasizing holistic health + community-focused medical services.
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
6 spring drinks to try right now in Birmingham???? SPRING MENU ITEMS: We rounded up a few seasonal cocktails and coffee across Bham... comment your fav and what we should try next!...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
A New Yorker and The Birmingham he Never Saw ComingBy Scott Gelber For nearly 50 years, New York wasnt just where I lived. It shaped how I saw the world. I spent 25 of those years working in Manhattan. If youve ever worked there, you know the rhythm. Everything moves fast. The expectations are high. The pressure is constant. Eighty-hour weeks are not unusual. … Continue reading A New Yorker and The Birmingham he Never Saw Coming →...
Comeback Town at Friday, June 5, 2026 12:01:34 AM
May is Preservation Month—2 Birmingham events for history buffs?? PRESERVATION MONTH EVENTS: Check out a couple of ways Bham is celebrating Preservation Month this May.
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Miss Alabama 2026: Ruby Tilghman, Miss Birmingham, wins the crownTilghman, 22, from Panama City, Fla., is a graduate of the University of Alabama with a bachelors degree in chemistry.
AL.com at Saturday, June 6, 2026 11:33:41 PM
Search continues for missing Auburn student in JapanAUBURN, Ala. (WIAT) -- The search for a missing Auburn student is entering its sixth day. The parents of 20-year-old James Weston Higginbotham say he was last seen at a train station in Kyoto, Japan, on May 29. Higginbotham's parents say the last several days have been long and stressful. In a message posted to [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, June 5, 2026 9:50:27 AM
Alabama Theatre hosting 'Summer Friday Films' in JulyBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Alabama Theatre will host three Summer Friday Films throughout July. The series will start on July 10 with a sing-along showing of Grease. It will continue July 17 with The Princess Bride and end with a showing of Steel Magnolias on July 24. Tickets are on sale now. More details [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 3:17:38 PM
Ribbon Cut at Former Birmingham-Southern College for Coast Guard Training CenterBy Emily Cundiff | ABC33/40 Federal, state and local leaders gathered Friday to mark the official ribbon cutting of a new U.S. Coast Guard training center on the former Birmingham-Southern College campus, a move officials say will bring thousands of trainees and hundreds of instructors to the Birmingham area and generate hundreds of millions of […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, June 6, 2026 3:03:49 AM
250 miles in 56 hours: UAB grad sets new Cocodona ultramarathon record?? WOW!! UAB alum Rachel Entrekin set the course record at the Cocodona 250 ultramarathon in Arizona.
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Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
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Bham Now at Monday, May 11, 2026 7:05:00 AM
Data center growth in Alabama: 492 Alabamians weigh in?? DATA CENTER GROWTH: Data centers are popping up all over the state. Is Alabama ready?
#datacenters #alabama...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 9:09:37 PM
New art gallery Visual Feast now open in Hoover??? NEW ART GALLERY: Visual Feast Gallery, located in Hoover, showcases Rose Cook's abstract art and handmade pieces while offering art classes + workshops. The gallery is seeking emerging artists to join its collection!...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Birmingham Zoo named #1 attraction in the city—heres whats new?? BIRMINGHAM'S TOP ATTRACTION: Our Zoo is #1! Dinosaurs, giraffes + more...see which animals have been added. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
2 killed, 5 injured in Birmingham mass shooting6 injured, 1 killed in shooting on Holley Avenue in Birmingham...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, June 4, 2026 9:05:26 PM
Hero Doughnuts founder apparently reopening Homewood location?? HERO REOPENING? Hero Doughnuts in Homewood may reopen soon, according to encouraging updates from founder Wil Drake...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 9:09:37 PM
Birmingham Doing What No One Thought PossibleBy David Sher Let me get this out of the way: Some people are 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 Doing What No One Thought Possible →...
Comeback Town at Sunday, June 7, 2026 12:01:33 AM
See 12 new home listings in Birmingham—May 8-10?? JUST LISTED: These standout properties hit top neighborhoods across Greater Birmingham. Act fast before they're gone! NowPartner...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Birmingham police investigate 20th homicide of 2026 less than 24 hours after mass shooting killed 2The day before the mass shooting, Birmingham police announced a dramatic drop in city homicides for 2026.
AL.com at Friday, June 5, 2026 6:05:47 PM
Ned Jarrett, NASCAR Hall of Fame driver, dies at 93Legendary NASCAR driver and Hall of Famer Ned Jarrett has died, according to NASCAR.
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 1:51:16 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 […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00:40 PM
Birmingham Police Department looks to hire additional officersBIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) – The Birmingham Police Department is looking to hire additional officers as one solution to crime reduction. For those interested in a career in law enforcement, BPD is offering a Physical Agility Screening. The screenings are held at Birminghams Police Academy during two days of the week: Wednesdays at 1 p.m., 3 [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 4:03:46 PM
How can I watch Miss Alabama 2026 pageant? Is there a livestream?Miss Alabama 2026 will be crowned on June 6 in Birmingham. If you want to watch the pageant, heres what you need to know.
AL.com at Saturday, June 6, 2026 9:05:54 AM
Birmingham Stallions could get 1 more win in 2026Safety Alex Cook is among the nominees for the UFL Sportsman of the Year Award.
AL.com at Sunday, June 7, 2026 5:33:22 AM
Victim identified in Sumiton shootingSUMITON, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Sumiton Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Wednesday night near Walmart. Officers responded to the 560 block of Highway 78 and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Walker County Coroner Joey Vick identified [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 5:51:37 PM
Family of missing Auburn student seeks help in Japan searchBIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) – The family of a 20-year-old Auburn University student who disappeared in Japan is asking experienced hikers to help search for him. In a recent Facebook post, the family of Weston Higginbotham requested volunteers familiar with hiking and search efforts to help scour areas in Shiga Prefecture, about 20 miles north of [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 5:27:50 PM
At least 12 people shot at an Ohio street festival, suspects at large: PoliceSome people at the event in Toledo scrambled for cover while others rushed to help the victims.
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, June 7, 2026 8:07:14 AM
'Top Gun: Maverick' actor James Handy stabbed to deathThe victim in a bizarre and deadly stabbing in California has been identified as 81-year-old character actor James Handy, best known for a recent role in Tom Cruises “Top Gun: Maverick.”...
CBS 42 at Friday, June 5, 2026 9:35:20 AM
Zandral Washington sworn in as Center Points first police chiefThe City of Center Point celebrated a historic moment as it swore in its first police chief, Zandral Washington, Thursday night.
CBS 42 at Saturday, June 6, 2026 9:54:07 AM
Birmingham police investigating homicide on Commons DriveBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred Friday afternoon. According to the BPD, the incident occurred in the 400 block of Commons Drive. Details are limited at this time. This story will be updated as information becomes available.
CBS 42 at Friday, June 5, 2026 4:43:05 PM
Birmingham man killed in crash on 1st Avenue NorthBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A 60-year-old man was killed Thursday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash in Birmingham. The victim has been identified, but his name is being withheld pending notification of family members. According to authorities, the man was driving a vehicle carrying one passenger when it was involved in a crash with multiple vehicles [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 10:11:27 AM
Bessemer police identify suspect in PAC Insurance Agency burglaryBESSEMER, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Bessemer Police Department released additional information about a burglary at PAC Insurance Agency reported June 3. An employee arriving for work discovered the business had been entered and ransacked, police said. A preliminary investigation found the suspect entered through a wall at the rear of the building. Detectives also learned [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 3:42:39 PM
2 killed in Birmingham mass shooting identifiedA man and a woman killed in Thursday night's mass shooting in Birmingham were identified Friday morning.
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 8:25:26 AM
Talladega community mourns death of recent high school graduate, reward offered in caseTALLADEGA, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Talladega community is mourning the loss of 18-year-old JyKavien Wright, a recent Talladega High School graduate who was killed Sunday morning. According to Talladega police, officers responded to McAlpine Street around 2:30 a.m. Sunday, where Wright was found dead. The loss has left family, friends, classmates and school leaders grieving [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, June 4, 2026 9:38:16 PM
Honmoon Princesses: A Tribute to KPop Demon HuntersFor 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 […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00:39 PM
Humidity Returns, Storm Chances Increase Sunday Into Next WeekCBS 42 Weather Livestream Channel: The pleasant weather will end tonight as southerly winds usher in more humid air from the Gulf. Tonight will be partly cloudy and less cool, with lows in the lower to mid-60s. Weekend Outlook: An area of high pressure will sit east of Alabama all weekend, bringing more tropical moisture [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, June 5, 2026 5:05:48 PM
Memphis woman who lost both legs during Carnival Cruise files lawsuitThere was a lot of blood in the water.
CBS 42 at Saturday, June 6, 2026 5:46:52 PM
MAX Transit Announces Expanded Saturday Service Downtown for MAX On-Demandmaxtransit.org MAX Transit has announced the return of Saturday service for its Downtown MAX On-Demand zone beginning Saturday, June 6. The Downtown zone will operate Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., expanding weekend mobility options for riders traveling throughout downtown Birmingham. “Transportation needs do not stop at the end of the workweek,” said Charlotte […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, June 5, 2026 4:03:55 PM
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