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Jefferson County Coroner’s Office looking for relatives of 5 people who recently died

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office is looking for family members of four men and a woman who recently died. Barbara Carlton, 85, died Oct. 8 of natural causes. She was a tenant of Civic Center Health & Rehabilitation and a patient of Adoration Hospice. There is not a picture of her available.

Jefferson County, AL · 3d
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The 10 Richest Cities in Alabama: Where the Money Lives!

One thing is certain: Alabama has more than its fair share of beautiful communities where people are doing exceptionally well.

Alabama · 13d

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The first public well in Gadsden

Gadsden’s first public well was located at what is now Broad and First Streets — on the bluff overlooking the Coosa River — according to the legend handed down by the earliest settlers here. The well was sunk there in order to provide water for both man...

Gadsden, AL · 2d
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City of Anniston removing blighted homes to clean up communities

ANNISTON, Ala. (WBRC) - The City of Anniston is in the process of getting rid of more than a dozen eyesores in your communities. City leaders said it’s time to make room and opportunities to improve neighborhoods. Tana Bryant is the City of Anniston Code Enforcement Officer. She said...

Anniston, AL · 2d
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Alabama Power Cut Down His Old-Growth Oaks While the Condemnation Lawsuit Was Still in Court!

Fenn Church says he found his old-growth oaks gone. More than 200 yards of them, according to Church, who told WVTM 13 on November 5, 2026, that Alabama Power crews had entered and cleared the trees without his knowledge. The allegation has not been confirmed by a court or independent investigation.

Alabama · 2d

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What Outsiders See in Birmingham That We Don’t

We were at the quietest point of any commercial airline flight, the final approach to Shuttlesworth International, when the lady in the window seat on my row voiced an observation to no one in particular, one heard throughout our 737: “It’s so greeeeen!”. And she was right. Red...

Birmingham, AL · 4d

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Crews to perform concrete work on I-59 starting Nov. 8

TRUSSVILLE, Ala. — Crews from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will continue a concrete project on I-59 starting on Sunday, Nov. 8.  Work will be performed on Sunday through Thursday nights from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. On Nov. 8 the I-59 northbound ramp onto I-459 southbound near Trussville will be closed. On Nov. […]

Trussville, AL · 2d

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Birmingham seeks to condemn former Midtown auto dealership, owner says redevelopment is planned

The city of Birmingham has filed an emergency request in court, seeking to condemn and demolish three buildings at a former auto dealership that they call blighted and a dangerous nuisance. Even before being served legal notice, the owner of the property told AL.com Friday that he already has a...

Birmingham, AL · 2d

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Birmingham neighbors raise safety concerns as former Carraway Hospital demolition continues

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — As demolition continues at the former Carraway Hospital site in Birmingham, some nearby residents are raising concerns about debris, dust and other issues they say have affected their neighborhood. The former hospital is being torn down to make way for The Star at Uptown development. But as crews continue working, neighbors […]

Birmingham, AL · 3d

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City of Birmingham sues owner of 3 Five Points South properties, asks for buildings to be declared public nuisances

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The city of Birmingham has sued the owner of three Five Points South properties and are seeking to have them declared as public nuisances. Officials said the lawsuit was filed Nov. 5 in the Jefferson County Circuit Court and identifies properties at 1923 First Avenue South, 1922 Second Avenue South, and 110 20th Street South. City officials said they are asking the court to require the demolition of the structures at the owner’s expense and appoint a receiver to take control of the properties and address the hazardous conditions.

Birmingham, AL · 3d

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Birmingham City Schools, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, and National Fitness Campaign Provide Access to Free Fitness

Birmingham City Schools, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) recently announced a partnership to bring an outdoor Fitness Court and digital wellness programming to Birmingham City Schools. “The new fitness court represents an investment in the health, wellness, and future of our scholars at...

Birmingham, AL · 3d

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After years of delays, Birmingham changes course on Ramsay-McCormack building

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Despite years of presiding over the court order directing the City of Birmingham to construct a new building at the site of the historic Ramsay-McCormack building, Circuit Court Judge Marshell Jackson Hatcher seemed surprised to see Mayor Randall Woodfin walk into her courtroom Thursday. She also seemed surprised to have City Attorney Nicole King ask permission for the mayor to address the court. When the curious judge finally allowed the mayor to speak, over the objection of plaintiffs attorney Antonio Spurling, what he had to say, surprised business owners WBRC talked to who were waiting to hear when vertical construction would finally begin.

Birmingham, AL · 3d

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The County Extension hosts a free Heirs’ Property & Estate Planning Information Session and Free Legal Clinic

TALLADEGA, Ala. – It’s all about protecting your family’s land and securing your legacy when the Talladega County Extension off hosts a free Heirs’ Property & Estate Planning Information Session and Free Legal Clinic on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Talladega County Extension Office. Spots...

Talladega County, AL · 1d

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4 Free Ways to Celebrate the Christmas Season in Downtown Birmingham

The Christmas season can be costly for various reasons, so it’s important that you find ways to enjoy the season without breaking the bank. Are you aware that downtown Birmingham has these four great events that are family-friendly and free?. 1. Holiday Ornament Trail on 20th. Stroll along 20th...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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AmFirst purchases land for new Alabaster branch

ALABASTER — AmFirst has acquired 7.59 acres of land in Alabaster for the creation of a new branch off Highway 119. The new AmFirst Branch is planned for Shelby County off of Highway 119, north of the intersection of Thompson Road. The Alabaster location will mark AmFirst’s fourth branch to open in Shelby County, following existing branches in Inverness, Calera and Pelham.

Alabaster, AL · 1d

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Trussville mayor to propose budget amendment at next council meeting

Trussville mayor Ben Short recently made an announcement that he will propose a budget amendment at the next city council meeting to allow for several more expenditures, including one for public safety.

Trussville, AL · 20h

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Central Alabama marks Veterans Day with events throughout the region

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Birmingham’s 79th National Veterans Day Parade will headline several events honoring veterans across the region, including a $10,000 donation to support veterans’ recovery, a school assembly and free admission at the Birmingham Zoo. The events began Saturday with volunteers placing flags at gravesites at...

Birmingham, AL · 19h

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Birmingham Zoo to give veterans, dependents free admission for Veterans Day

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Birmingham Zoo is planning to celebrate Veterans Day by giving free admission to the nation’s heroes. All veterans, active and retired military and up to five of their dependents will receive free admission to the zoo on Wednesday, Nov. 11. from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Pinson Council recognizes retiring JCSO deputy

PINSON, Ala. — Pinson Mayor Hoyt Sanders read a proclamation during a relatively brief city council on Thursday night recognizing retiring Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputy Brad Self as he retired before swearing in a new deputy. Self started as a reserve deputy in 1995. He worked full time at the Jefferson County Jail […]

Pinson, AL · 2d

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Knights of Columbus to distribute coats to North Alabama children

HUNTSVILLE – Just in time for dropping temperatures, area Knights of Columbus councils will distribute coats to children in need across North Alabama in the coming weeks through their annual Coats for Kids initiative. Representatives from eight councils from Huntsville, Gadsden, Guntersville, Cullman, Fort Payne, Decatur, and Florence gathered...

Huntsville, AL · 17h