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Dallas Cowboys and Birmingham Native Quinnen Williams Agree to Terms on a Three-Year, $105.9M Extens
By Tommy Yarrish | dallascowboys.com The Cowboys and Pro Bowl defensive tackle Quinnen Williams have agreed to terms on a three-year, $105.9 million extension, making him one of the highest-paid defensive tackles in the NFL. Williams, 28, joined the Cowboys at the trade deadline in 2025 after Dallas traded a 2027 first-round pick, a 2026 second-round […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:02:57 AM
Hoover gains $16 million in federal funding for I-459 Exit 9 interchangeThe new federal funding lowers Hoover's estimated share of the total $131 million projected cost to $56 million.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:03:53 PM
Chelsea Car Show brings classic cars and family fun to City HallChelsea Lodge 886 will host a community car show featuring classic cars, custom vehicles, food, music and awards.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:04:10 AM
60-year-old man killed in Tuscaloosa County crash involving motorcycleTUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- A 60-year-old man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred Wednesday night in Tuscaloosa County, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Willie P. Bryant, of Sawyerville, died after the motorcycle he was operating was struck by a Chevrolet Blazer. Bryant was thrown from the motorcycle, and he was [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 5:10:49 PM
Police reportedly shoot person they chased to UAB St. Vincents Birmingham parking deckA witness said he heard five shots fired as police chased someone into a parking deck.
AL.com at Thursday, August 13, 2026 2:05:11 PM
Mobile APSO provides backpacks and school supplies to Monroe County studentsEvery summer before the beginning of the school year, Mobile Division Alabama Power Service Organization (APSO) volunteers support students heading back to school. This summer was no different. “Alabama Power truly believes in education,” said Chris Mayfield, Alabama Power economic development representative and Mobile Division president for APSO. “Education is the foundation for our next [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, August 13, 2026 1:04:32 PM
SAW's BBQ coming to Valley Post in ChelseaSAW's BBQ plans to open its seventh location and first along the U.S. 280 corridor at Valley Post in Chelsea later this year.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:04:10 AM
Chilton County Commission supports possible takeover of Wilton Water accountsCLANTON, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Chilton County Commission has passed a resolution in support of the Chilton Water Authority taking over accounts of Chilton County residents currently served by Wilton Water. Commissioner Allen Williams says the resolution is a response to a recent month-long water outage affecting Chilton County residents. The resolution is a show [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:18:20 PM
DANGEROUS HEAT: Central Alabama Heat Index Near 110° Through the WeekendAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Heat Advisory remains in effect until 9 PM Saturday for Central Alabama. A strengthening ridge of high pressure aloft will build across the Southeast U.S. through the weekend and into next week. This will bring dangerous heat and humidity, with little to no rain. Friday will be partly cloudy, with [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 5:00:16 PM
Vino restaurant hosting 'Pooches on the Patio' in support of Greater Birmingham Humane SocietyMOUNTAIN BROOK, Ala. (WIAT) -- Vino, a Mediterranean restaurant in Mountain Brook's English Village, will host its annual Pooches on the Patio event on Wednesday, Aug. 19. This event, being hosted in celebration of the restaurant's 15th anniversary, invites patrons to enjoy dinner on the patio with their dogs. The event will last from 5:30-8 [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 9:38:42 PM
Local beekeeper consults on film starring Matthew McConaughey shot in Alabama three years agoIRONDALE, Ala. (WIAT) - The Matthew McConaughey film shot in Alabama in 2023 hits theaters Thursday night. The film did more than use our area as a backdrop -- one local business provided training and props necessary to the story. The Rivals of Amziah King focuses heavily on rival beekeepers and the honey-making industry. One [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 5:43:04 PM
As Summer Ends, UAB Experts Share the Importance of Back-to-School CheckupsBy Rachel Beatty | UAB News Before summer officially ends and the school year begins, parents may be considering methods they can use to protect their childs health this school year. Experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham share their recommendations for back-to-school appointments parents should schedule for their child as they head back to school. […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 1:04:03 AM
Dangerous Heat Builds Across Central Alabama, Heat Index Nears 110° Through WeekendAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Heat Advisory is in effect until 9 PM Friday for Central Alabama. A strengthening ridge of high pressure aloft will build across the Southeast U.S. from Thursday into the weekend and beyond. This will bring dangerous heat and humidity, with little to no rain. Thursday and Friday will be partly [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:50:00 AM
2026 Freshman Theatre ShowcaseAn exciting evening of performances by Theatre and Musical Theatre majors.
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:33 AM
1 dead in shooting involving police near UAB St. Vincent's HospitalBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- One person is dead following a shooting involving a police officer in the area of UAB St. Vincent's Hospital, according to the Birmingham Police Department. According to the BPD, an officer responded to a complaint at University Avenue and 28th Street South at around 12:35 p.m. A security guard told an [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 2:18:49 PM
Birmingham mother convicted of child abuse faces jail for allegedly threatening witnessAyliah White, 28, remains on bond pending sentencing in October, but prosecutors are seeking to revoke her bond.
AL.com at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:05:11 PM
Red Flags Tour ShowcaseA showcase of this years touring production of Red Flags, conceived by Lisa Kaye Bell and Soundproofbox from Leeds, UK. Red Flags is an interactive forum theatre-style production designed to help young people recognize warning signs in relationships and prevent relationship violence before patterns become entrenched.
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:34 AM
Rep. Sewell Releases New Report Detailing the Affordability Crisis Facing Alabamas 7th Congressionasewell.house.gov U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) last week released a new report examining the growing affordability crisis facing families across Alabama’s 7th Congressional District. The report details how President Donald Trump’s economic policies and congressional Republicans’ legislative agenda have driven up the cost of everyday essentials while threatening access to healthcare and food assistance for […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:03:01 AM
CabaretMusic by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, book by Joe Masteroff. Directed by Assistant Professor and Head of Performance Santiago Sosa. Music direction by Jonathan Parks. In this stylish, classic jazz musical, American writer Cliff Bradshaw falls in love with English cabaret performer Sally Bowles at the decadent Kit Kat Klub in 1930s Weimar, […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:31 AM
The Womens Issue: The Journey of LTryce SladeShe Is Building Communities the Right Way. Construction may build structures, but land use and planning shape communities—and that responsibility is what makes the work…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 12:04:17 PM
Parker High School: Alabama's 42 Two-A-DaysBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Parker finished 8-4 in 2025 and fell to Muscle Shoals in the second round of the playoffs. The Thundering Herd has become one of the more consistent programs in the state. Last season marked Parker's seventh consecutive playoff appearance. Parker won a state championship in 2024 and reached the semifinals in [...]...
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:26:30 PM
280 corridor open houses August 8-9Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:03:53 PM
Live Fast, Eat SlowMountain Brook Italian Restaurant, Locanda Brasato, takes its time. Everyones living fast, running fast. “We believe in the importance of taking time to slow down…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 1:04:18 PM
Giving and Sharing: A Look at the Long Legacy of Black Philanthropy in BirminghamBy Monique Jones | For the Birmingham Times Black philanthropy was shaping Birmingham even before the area became an official city. Enslaved workers of Alabama dealt with the harshest of environments, but they still found ways to protect each other. According to the social justice philanthropy organization Tides, enslaved Africans brought West African traditions of […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 1:04:04 AM
ArtemisiaArtemisia, By Lauren Gunderson. Directed by Assistant Professor Kelley Schoger.? Artemisia Gentileschi was the most celebrated female painter of the 17th century, yet her name was all but lost for centuries. Attacked at just 17, publicly shamed and tortured to prove her truth, Gentileschis painterly prowess equaled the men of her time, and she fought […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:30 AM
The Womens Issue: STORIES FROM THE HEARTJoy. Sadness. Sung with a voice that carries a depth of feeling. Her first instrument was a ukulele, given to her by her mother, the…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 12:04:19 PM
Explore creek life during Oak Mountain's Water Wonders programFamilies can wade into a creek and discover the fascinating plants and animals that help keep freshwater ecosystems healthy during a hands-on nature program.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:05:49 AM
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Bham Now at Tuesday, August 11, 2026 12:03:54 AM
McAdory High School: Alabamas 42 Two-A-DaysMcCalla, Ala. (WIAT) — Aryvia Holmes is entering his sixth season at the helm of the McAdory program, and the Yellow Jackets have some positive momentum heading into 2026. McAdory went 7-2 during the regular season last year before a first round playoff exit at the hands of Spain Park. The Jackets, now competing in [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:28:13 AM
Travel: AssisiA Journey to the Heart of Franciscan Italy Perched on the slopes of Monte Subasio in the green heart of Umbria, Assisi is one of…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 1:04:18 PM
City of Birmingham to Open Applications for 2027–28 Poet Laureate on August 17birminghamal.gov Create Birmingham, in partnership with the City of Birmingham, is now accepting applications for the 2027–28 City of Birmingham Poet Laureate, inviting local poets to help shape the city’s cultural landscape through the power of poetry. The City of Birmingham Poet Laureate serves as an ambassador for poetry, creativity, and civic engagement, using the […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:03:13 AM
Trussville officers honored for saving life in March crashThree officers with the Trussville Police Department were recognized Tuesday for saving the life of a 22-year-old after a dangerous crash earlier this year.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 5:39:52 PM
Holy Family Cristo Rey High School Makes Monumental Name Change Ahead of ExpansionBy Jordyn Davis | For the Birmingham Times What was once known as Holy Family Cristo Rey High School will now be known as Cristo Rey Birmingham, marking significant progress in reaching students from over 33 Zip Codes in Birmingham. For Cristo Rey, this change wasnt a new idea; in fact, the new name has […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:02:58 AM
Wenonah High School: Alabamas 42 Two-A-DaysBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Wenonah Dragons are coming off a 5-5 season in 2025. Now playing in Class 4A Region 5, Wenonah hopes to jump back above the .500 mark this year. Head Coach Nick Howard returns for his sixth season leading the Dragons. Howard has a 23-28 overall record at Wenonah, including one [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, August 14, 2026 6:16:43 AM
THE WOMENS ISSUE: Community MattersAimee Castro and Bare Hands use art, traditions, even tacos to connect the community. A major milestone has been reached in Bare Hands, Inc.s capital campaign…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 12:04:20 PM
Fairfield residents raise questions about proposed data centerFAIRFIELD, Ala. (WIAT) -- Residents in Fairfield gathered at the Fairfield Civic Complex Wednesday night for a town hall to learn more about a proposed data center project and voice their concerns directly to company executives. The project is being proposed by Patmos, which said it is planning a colocation data center at the site of the [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:25:31 AM
Dining: The EssentialExecutive Chef of The Essential,Victor King grew up on a farm in Nolansville, Tennessee. “Because my mom and I had the farm, we always entertained…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 1:04:18 PM
Birmingham approves nearly $400,000 in accessibility improvements for CrossPlexThe city approved accessibility upgrades to the CrossPlex and Bill Harris Arena.
AL.com at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 4:05:23 PM
Women Business Leaders: Vivian Mora Agency State FarmState Farm agency owner Vivian Mora and her team are passionate about the positive impact they can make in peoples lives and our communities by helping them…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 1:04:18 PM
The Womens Issue: Understanding Homelessnessby Perryn Carroll As the Executive Director of the Jimmie Hale Mission, I regularly attend meetings filled with conversations about how to address the issues…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 12:04:16 PM
Lions lean on loaded senior class in new-look regionBriarwood Christian enters a new classification and unfamiliar region with a large, experienced senior class leading the Lions into the 2026 football season.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:03:53 PM
Birmingham City Schools Announces Policy for Free and Reduced Meals, Launches StopFinder Bus App forBirmingham City Schools Birmingham City Schools this week announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program. District leaders are also encouraging parents to register their children before the first day of school. They said more than 11,000 students have already […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 1:04:01 AM
Huffman High School: Alabamas 42 Two-A-DaysBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Huffman Vikings haven't seen the on-field results they desire in recent years, compiling a 10-50 record since 2022, including a 2-8 mark last season. But there's newfound hope that Huffman can turn it around, stemming from the hire of head coach Darrell LeBeaux. LeBeaux made two state title game appearances [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:27:08 AM
Birmingham lawyer accused of smuggling drugs may have acted under extreme duress and threat, attorGlennon Threatt is accused of bringing illegal contraband into the downtown jail and drug trafficking.
AL.com at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 6:33:07 PM
Kervin builds culture as Eagles chase elusive playoff berthFirst-year Oak Mountain head coach Jason Kervin is building a detail-oriented culture as the Eagles pursue their first playoff appearance since 2021.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:03:54 AM
Editor's Note: August 2026Kyle Parmley reflects on August as a fresh start for local families, schools, football and community life.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:05:49 AM
Dining: Bayonet!Bayonet is the second concept (after Helen) from Chef Rob McDaniel and wife Emily McDaniel, with Daniel Goslin serving as Director of Operations. This spirited…
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B-Metro at Saturday, August 1, 2026 1:04:18 PM
Birmingham VA hospital unveils state-of-the-art kitchenA major renovation is complete at the Birmingham VA hospital. A state-of-the-art kitchen is now ready to prepare meals for American heroes.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 12, 2026 5:54:58 PM
Moonlight Movies returns to Village at Lee Branch with The Parent TrapFamilies are invited to enjoy a free outdoor screening of the classic comedy The Parent Trap with complimentary popcorn and soft drinks.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:04:10 AM
Solid As a Rock: The Musical Marriage of Nickolas Ashford and Valerie SimpsonThe Birmingham Times Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson were a solid duo long before the pair married in 1974. Lovers of soul music know the couple best as Ashford & Simpson, the songwriting, production and recording duo behind some of the biggest hits of the 1970s and 1980s. Ashford was born in Fairfield, South Carolina, […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:03:00 AM
8 Ways Alabama is StupidBy David Sher I love Alabama. I’ve spent my life trying to make Birmingham and Alabama better. But love doesn’t mean blind. And some of what our state does to itself isn’t conservative, isn’t cautious, isn’t Southern tradition. It’s just plain stupid. Here are 8 things Alabama won’t let us do — or won’t do … Continue reading 8 Ways Alabama is Stupid →...
Comeback Town at Friday, August 14, 2026 12:01:29 AM
Chelsea Public Library gears up for busy AugustSummer isn't quite over.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:04:10 AM
Trafford woman killed in Highway 79 crash identifiedPINSON, Ala. (WIAT) -- A 24-year-old woman who died in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 79 was identified Thursday. Alyssa Moody, of Trafford, was riding a motorcycle involved in the crash at about 8:49 a.m. on Highway 79 at Bethel Road. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The Jefferson County Sheriffs Office is investigating [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:19:43 AM
8 new homes proposed for Inverness Point DriveThe Hoover Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to consider preliminary plans on Monday, Aug. 3.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 2:04:07 AM
Dora man killed in Warrior-Jasper Road crash identifiedWARRIOR, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Jefferson County Coroners Office identified a 44-year-old man who was killed in a crash Wednesday. Adam Cummings, of Dora, was involved in a single-vehicle crash in the 1500 block of Warrior-Jasper Road at about 4:34 p.m. Cummings was pronounced dead at the scene. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
CBS 42 at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:41:29 AM
We Are Proud to Present…We Are Proud to Present a Presentation About the Herero of Namibia, Formerly Known as South West Africa, From the German Südwestafrika, Between 1884-1925 | By Jackie Sibblies Drury | Directed by Mona Eldashoury. With a Saturday understudy matinee. In this boundary-pushing play by acclaimed playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury, the haunted past of the Nama/Herero […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:32 AM
Twelfth NightTwelfth Night, By William Shakespeare. Directed by Assistant Professor and Head of Performance Santiago Sosa. Twins Viola and Sebastian are separated by a shipwreck and washed ashore in the land of Illyria. Protectively disguising herself as a boy in this unknown and dangerous territory, Viola gets caught in a love triangle between the infatuated Duke […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:30:29 AM
280 corridor business happenings: August 2026See the latest in the 280 corridor business community.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:04:59 AM
After Districts Redrawn, Alabama Special Congressional Primary Brings Out Few VotersAssociated Press WASHINGTON — Voters in four of Alabamas seven congressional districts selected U.S. House nominees Tuesday under a new map that eliminates one of the states two majority-Black districts currently represented by Democrats. Primaries for all seven congressional districts were originally scheduled for May 19, but Republican Gov. Kay Ivey postponed the contests for […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:03:12 AM
Hoover council OKs sales tax rebate for Riverchase Crossing redevelopmentA HomeSense story and Shoe Dept store are proposed to go into the former Big Lots space.
280 Living at Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:03:54 AM
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