Aggregated news from Birmingham's leading news sources.
Page & Palette: Exploring the beloved Fairhope bookstore
The store, open since 1968, is a great place to hang out for the afternoon.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 3:05:38 AM
Alabama Food Truck Favorites: Choo ChoosIf you crave a great burger, tasty barbecue or maybe a brisket cheesesteak, youre going to want to get aboard.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 3:05:38 AM
Two Montgomery, Alabama, sites earn Gold Level designations from CSX Select Site programThe city is the only location across CSXs 25-state network to achieve dual gold certification.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 3:05:38 AM
James Spann: Rain for Alabama Friday night, Saturday; very cold Sunday through next weekRain amounts of 1-2 inches are likely.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 3:05:37 AM
James Spann: Alabama stays dry through Friday; rain returns SaturdayLook for a high between 48 and 55 degrees across the state this afternoon with a good supply of sunshine.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:05:13 AM
800 miles, no gas: How my all-electric truck powered an Alabama beach tripMichael Staley says his family's first vacation in his Chevrolet Silverado RST EV First Edition was a breeze.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:05:13 AM
Coca-Cola United announced as presenting sponsor of the Regions TraditionThe new agreement extends through 2028.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:05:13 AM
James Spann: Rain for Alabama Saturday; very cold Sunday through next weekTonight will be clear and cold, with a low between 25 and 35 degrees.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:05:12 AM
James Spann: Rain returns to Alabama Friday night, Saturday; very cold air arrives SundayMost of Alabama will stay dry through Friday with a gradual warming trend.
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:05:12 AM
7 Mobile, Alabama, places to satisfy your king cake cravings this Mardi GrasIts king cake season in Mobile, and local bakeries and businesses are going all out to celebrate! Whether youre craving the timeless taste of tradition or eager to indulge in bold, unexpected flavors, Mobiles king cake scene has something for everyone. From classic recipes that honor Mardi Gras heritage to inventive twists that push the [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:05:12 AM
The Lasting Trauma of Violence on Children in Birmingham and Where to Find HelpBy Alaina Bookman | abookman@al.com This is another installment in Birmingham Times/AL.com/CBS42 joint series “Beyond the Violence.” Amid a violent year in Birmingham, local children may need additional resources and safe outlets. The city saw 151 homicides in 2024, including the deaths of 10 children. Many children also have been injured in shootings. Violence can […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:03:08 AM
Alabama State Sen. Merika Coleman Announces Candidacy for Treasurer of Democratic PartyThe Birmingham Times Alabama State Senator Merika Coleman, (D-Pleasant Grove) has announced her candidacy for Treasurer of the Democratic National Committee (DNC). Democratic Party leaders elect their new leaders Feb. 1, at their winter meeting in Washington D.C. The meeting comes at a time when Democrats are preparing to govern following the election of Donald […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:03:00 AM
These 3 Birmingham City Schools Ranked Among Top 25 Most Improved in AlabamaBirmingham City Schools Richard Arrington, Jr. Elementary, Inglenook Pre-K-8, and Henry J. Oliver Elementary landed on the list of the 25 schools that showed the most improvement on state report card scores for the 2023-24 academic year. Inglenook slotted in the top three, improving its score by 21 points year over year. Arrington and Oliver […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:02:59 AM
I Caught Her Off Guard [and] Said, Lets Get Married and I Showed Her the RingBY JEDON HOLLOWAY-TALLEY | Special to the Birmingham Times DENA AND JOHN RICHARD Live: Pleasant Grove Married: Aug. 19, 1989 Met: December 1985, at Jefferson State Community College. Dena had arrived on campus and parked near the gym when she noticed that someone had left their car lights on. She knew that the basketball team […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:02:58 AM
Birmingham Creates Office of Resilience and Sustainability, Names National Leader to Directbirminghamal.gov Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin recently named Sherry-Lea Bloodworth Botop the Chief Resilience and Sustainability Officer for the City of Birmingham. This is a new role for the City and makes clear the intent to accelerate climate-centric solutions, say city officials. “Sherry-Lea is a proven strategist in addressing social, economic, and physical challenges in communities […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:02:57 AM
“I am honored to have been selected by my Democratic colleagues to lead our work on the Ways and MeaU.S. REPRESENTATIVE, TERRI SEWELL, THE FIRST BLACK WOMAN TO SERVE IN THE HOUSE WAYS AND MEAN SUBCOMMITTEE LEADERSHIP; BIRMINGHAMTIMES.COM, JAN. 10.
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:02:55 AM
More Pet Safety Tips for Frigid Winter TemperaturesAlabama is located in the southern region of the country with fairly short winter season. Each region of the state has its own unique weather patterns depending on the season. During the winter season the state appears to have an invisible line of demarcation. The upper northern counties usually are the coldest with more frigid […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:02:53 AM
Birmingham Filmmaker Roderick McClures First Feature Opens Jan. 17 with Top Hollywood TalentBy JeDon Holloway-Talley | For The Birmingham Times Roderick McClure, CEO of RodFather Productions, may be a newcomer to filmmaking, but hes no stranger to turning dreams into reality—including his own. The Birmingham native, who has decades of experience in sales, organizational management, and ministry leadership, has now embarked on a journey to fulfill another […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:02:52 AM
Why MLKs Powerful Letter from Birmingham Jail Remains a Masterpiece of American LiteratureBy Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times In the solace of a Birmingham jail in April 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. penned what many consider “one of the greatest documents ever written by an American.” King came across an article in the afternoon edition of The Birmingham News headlined “White Clergymen Urge Local Negroes […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, January 16, 2025 2:02:51 AM
How giving to others can boost mental and physical healthGiving back has physical and mental benefits, including boosting happiness, reducing stress and enhancing self-esteem.
UAB Campus News at Thursday, January 16, 2025 12:06:40 AM
Balch adds white-collar defense partnerBalch's newest partner most recently worked at Jones Walker.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 5:23:46 PM
Entrepreneur, longtime school counselor opening counseling centerServices offered to patients include mental health, trauma and grief counseling for children and teens.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 5:19:37 PM
FirstBank CEO eyes new Alabama marketsYou can feel it among a lot of industries, you can start to feel that optimism, a banking CEO says while starting 2025.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 5:14:58 PM
Birmingham investment firm inks $19M deal in AtlantaThe deal involves a lease for an automotive company.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 5:07:38 PM
Oak Mountain hosting Barrel and Bootleggers talkThe state park is hosting a presentation on the bootlegging history of these hollers and hills.
280 Living at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 4:06:10 PM
Introducing the Starnes Media Creator CollectiveApply today to be part of the inaugural class of aspiring high school content creators accepted for this unique mentorship program.
280 Living at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 4:06:10 PM
UAB named OHF Care Center for excellence in rare kidney stone disease research and clinical careNow one of three internationally, UAB has recently been named an OHF Care Center for excellence in research and clinical care for rare kidney stone disease.
UAB Campus News at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 2:07:49 PM
Winn-Dixie posts another metro closure, ALDI conversionWinn-Dixie has not said if all metro area locations will convert to ALDI stores, but another one has just made the cut.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 12:12:45 PM
UAB soars into top 6 percent of global universities in US News rankingsUAB is ranked No. 164 based on exceptional academic research portfolio and its overall global and regional reputation.
UAB Campus News at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 12:06:29 PM
Study: AI tool can help counselors predict which college students are at risk of anxiety and depressThe new AI tool can help counselors spot patterns in information that schools already collect that could be indicators of a higher risk of mental health conditions.
UAB Campus News at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 12:06:29 PM
Works by Alex Chitty, Kate Meissner, plus Juried Student Exhibition, at UABs AEIVA from Jan. 21-MarA free opening reception will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, with gallery talks by Chitty and Meissner beginning at 5:30 p.m.
UAB Campus News at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 12:06:29 PM
University of Alabama president to step downThe UA System will launch a comprehensive national search for the universitys next president.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 11:56:43 AM
Gluten-free restaurant concept coming downtown BirminghamA new gluten-free concept from a popular restaurant owner is in the works for a spring opening.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 11:37:00 AM
BBJ unveils 2025 Nonprofit Awards finalistsBirmingham residents regularly celebrate nonprofits, their volunteers and the good both do in the community.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 11:01:37 AM
Miss Hoover 2024 Abbie Stockard wins Miss America 2025 in OrlandoStockard is a native of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, and is a 22-year-old Auburn University student who won Miss Alabama 2024.
280 Living at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 10:05:57 AM
Adams and Reese adds two local partnersThe firm named 11 new partners across its footprint to start the new year.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 5:22:15 AM
City of Birmingham taps C-suite leader for newly created departmentThe new hire has a track record of raising capital for and leading large-scale post-disaster recovery and rebuilding efforts.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 5:21:00 AM
Alabama manufacturer closing plant, impacting 56The company produces products for the automotive market.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 5:16:12 AM
Med tech tenant brings Oxmoor office to full occupancyAn Oxmoor Valley office building went from vacant to fully leased in roughly six months.
Birmingham Business Journal at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 5:15:47 AM
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Birmingham Times at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 2:03:04 AM
Birmingham Biotech Hub Awarded $44 Million Breakthrough for Workforce and Economic DevelopmentBy Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times A group of biotechnology research companies based in Birmingham has been awarded $44 million in federal funding to advance the states biotechnology ecosystem, a “breakthrough” in future growth for the city, said Mayor Randall Woodfin. The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration awarded the Birmingham Biotechnology Hub […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 1:03:23 AM
Residents Got Chance to Grill Birmingham Mayor Woodfin. They Rarely Mentioned CrimeBy Sym Posey and Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin spent the better part of Tuesday delivering his State of the City address in the afternoon to business leaders at the Harbert Center in downtown and in the evening his State of the Community to residents at the Boutwell Auditorium. Woodfin, […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 1:03:22 AM
Snow transforms Birmingham into a winter wonderland [PHOTOS]? SNOW IN BHAM: We asked you to share your snow day pics and you delivered—nearly 400 of you! Check out these photos of snow around The Magic City??
#snow #weather #bham #cold #winter #audience GH...
Bham Now at Wednesday, January 15, 2025 12:04:55 AM
PHOTOS: Snow day along the 280 corridor280 Living's readers shared their snow day pictures on Facebook.
280 Living at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 11:04:59 PM
Miss America Abbie Stockard returns home after whirlwind New York City media tourThe former Miss Hoover reunited with family and friends at the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
280 Living at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 11:04:59 PM
Lloyd's Restaurant razed, land clearedThe site of the old Lloyd's Restaurant is in the process of being cleared. The old restaurant no longer stands and a GenRev in the front of the property says, Now available.
280 Living at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 11:04:59 PM
New grocery store one step closer to replacing former Save a Lot space in Titusville?? A new DG Market by Dollar General could replace the vacant Save a Lot in Titusville, which closed in August 2023.
#DollarGeneral #DGMarket #WestBirmingham #CityofBirmingham nw...
Bham Now at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 3:05:46 PM
Everything you need to know about Kami-Con 2025 in Birmingham, Feb. 7-9—cosplay, special guests + mo??? Attention all anime enthusiasts, cosplayers + pop culture fans! Kami-Con is taking over The BJCC for a weekend of epic fun and unforgettable experiences, February 7-9. ??
NowPartner #kamicon #cosplay #anime #japan #otaku #bham #alabama GH...
Bham Now at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 3:05:46 PM
Evans Meats buys Central City warehouse for new Birmingham headquartersLocal meat, seafood and specialty foods distributor Evans Meats & Seafood recently bought a new space to house its growing workforce ??
#EvansMeatsandSeafood #CentralCity #Birmingham nw...
Bham Now at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 3:05:46 PM
Birmingham child actor premieres in new movie??Banks Quinney young actor from Birmingham impressively portrays Young Nate in Brave the Dark, showcasing a teacher's impact.
#BraveTheDark #BanksQuinney GG...
Bham Now at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 3:05:46 PM
Birmingham throwing its homeowners under the bus?Today’s guest columnist is Maury Shevin. The City Council of Birmingham appears to be wrestling with the issue of permitting Short Term Rentals (think VRBO and Airbnb) within residential neighborhoods of the City zoned for single families. Why this “no brainer” issue has so tied up the Council in knots is beyond reason. Residential neighborhoods … Continue reading Birmingham throwing its homeowners under the bus? →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 9:00:42 AM
The case for an iceplex at Brookwood VillageToday’s guest columnist is Jay Taylor. Three years. Thats how long its been since the tumbleweed started rolling through Brookwood Village. It seems longer, doesnt it? Brookwoods demise was slow and predictable. We all saw it happen at Century Plaza, Eastwood, and other similar malls across the country, so we knew what was coming. In … Continue reading The case for an iceplex at Brookwood Village →...
Comeback Town at Sunday, January 12, 2025 12:00:57 AM
I was eager to escape Birmingham, now Im thrilled I came homeTodays guest columnist is Joseph Mungenast. When I left Birmingham at 18, I didnt imagine Id come back after college. Like many young people, I was eager to escape the place Id always called home. The idea of a bigger city with more opportunities, excitement, and a faster pace was appealing. Birmingham, in my mind, … Continue reading I was eager to escape Birmingham, now I’m thrilled I came home →...
Comeback Town at Friday, January 10, 2025 12:00:56 AM
The future of Highlands Bar and Grill and 24 other things for Birmingham to ponder in 2025Today’s columnist is Michael Sznajderman. Its a new year, a time when folks reflect on the past and ponder whats ahead. 2025 marks 25 years Ive lived in the Birmingham area. So much has happened in our region over the past quarter-century – some good, some not so much. With this in mind, I present … Continue reading The future of Highlands Bar and Grill and 24 other things for Birmingham to ponder in 2025 →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, January 7, 2025 8:00:45 AM
City Stages: A wild ride thats still paying dividendsBy George McMillan Music legend Carlos Santana knows a thing or two about music festivals, having performed at Woodstock and headlined dozens of the very best ones over his stellar career. After exploring Birminghams signature event, the ten-time Grammy winner said, “City Stages is like acupuncture. It opens up the flow of consciousness.” George Clinton … Continue reading City Stages: A wild ride that’s still paying dividends →...
Comeback Town at Sunday, January 5, 2025 12:00:52 AM
38% of Shelby County workers could lose their jobsBy David Sher ComebackTown has published hundreds of columns with the intent to improve our Birmingham region. Disappointingly, when I, or one of my guest columnists praise Birmingham, we often receive negative comments from folks who live in the suburbs or out-of-county, particularly Shelby County. The comments go something like this, “How can you say … Continue reading 38% of Shelby County workers could lose their jobs →...
Comeback Town at Friday, January 3, 2025 12:00:47 AM
Birmingham moving towards high-speed rail to AtlantaBy Ted Smith Imagine a high-speed rail service that whisked us from Birmingham and dropped us off in downtown Atlanta near stadiums and arenas and/or the airport in about 90 minutes. If we had this capability at our doorstep, it would bring growth to the Birmingham area and eventually connect us to places like Charlotte, … Continue reading Birmingham moving towards high-speed rail to Atlanta →...
Comeback Town at Monday, December 30, 2024 8:00:51 PM
Immigration will likely save our Birmingham regionToday’s guest columnist is Carlos E. Alemán Birmingham is losing population. Jefferson County is losing population. The population of our seven county metro area is stagnant. It is obvious to me, but not necessarily to everyone, that immigration will likely save our Birmingham region and possibly our state. If you take a close look around today, … Continue reading Immigration will likely save our Birmingham region →...
Comeback Town at Monday, December 30, 2024 1:01:22 AM
Lets sing the praises of BirminghamBy David Sher Who says all internet columns have be boring and dull? Birmingham, let’s have some fun! We have so many reasons to be proud and it’s time to sing our cities praises. There have been many songs written about our Magic City through the years, but nothing recently. So let’s go out, put … Continue reading Let’s sing the praises of Birmingham →...
Comeback Town at Sunday, December 29, 2024 1:00:51 AM
Birmingham, theres more than one way to mount a comebackToday’s guest columnist is Bob Stewart. There are all kinds of ways to define comeback. Is Birmingham the ComebackTown or the come back town? The title “Comeback Town” summarizes Birminghams revival compared to its economic, political, and almost unbreathable atmospheric climate of 60-70 years ago. Like an athlete or actress whos reemerged into the limelight … Continue reading Birmingham, there’s more than one way to mount a comeback →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, December 26, 2024 10:00:46 AM
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