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Homeless encampments targeted in new public camping law

The Birmingham City Council approved a public camping ordinance Tuesday aimed at clearing out homeless encampments while also providing support to unhoused residents who have been living on the streets. The move came just days after the city’s 2026 State of Homelessness Summit, in which city leaders and advocates reiterated...

Birmingham, AL · 2d
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Marlin Dean breaks out in lone season at UAB

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Before recording 10.5 sacks over UAB’s first nine games, Marlin Dean’s college career was a roundabout adventure.  It started with a redshirt season at Georgia in 2021, when the Bulldogs won the national title. “Being behind Trayvon Walker, Nolan Smith, Jordan Davis, those types of names, like you have no choice […]

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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WWII airman returns home to Alabama, laid to rest 82 years after going missing in action

MONTEVALLO – More than 82 years after he was lost in combat over the Adriatic region during World War II, Staff Sgt. Nick Gavalas has finally returned to his home state. Gavalas, a Birmingham native and member of the United States Army Air Forces, was laid to rest with full military honors at the Alabama National Cemetery on Oct. 23, following a lengthy effort to recover and identify his remains.

Birmingham, AL · 2d
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Goodman: The eagle tattoo has landed ... on my skin

Auburn deserved Justice, and an eagle named Justice is now my right arm’s ride or die.

Birmingham, AL · 8h
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Following Years of Progress, Birmingham School Board Gives Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan Favorable Evaluation

The Birmingham Board of Education on Tuesday gave Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan a favorable annual review in an evaluation weighted heavily toward measurable outcomes for students and Birmingham City Schools. Board member Leticia Harvill, who chairs the superintendent’s evaluation committee, said Sullivan met expectations on both the district’s measurable achievements...

Birmingham, AL · 7h

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New Indian restaurant offers twist on authentic regional recipes

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - It’s not your typical Indian restaurant. This one has a twist on its food. That is why this New Business In the Neighborhood is called Desi Twist. Owners Amzad and Anum Chariana opened this dining experience because they wanted authentic regional recipes to receive a contemporary interpretation, or a twist. The overall experience extends beyond the plate.

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Central Alabama employees impacted after Microsoft outage disrupts email access

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A Microsoft outage affected users around the world Thursday afternoon, and businesses across Alabama faced difficulties. Microsoft is investigating the cause, and access had not been fully restored as of Thursday night. Downdetector, a website that tracks outages, said that at one point 130,000 people reported...

Birmingham, AL · 15h

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Freeze Warning Issued as Coldest Fall Temperatures Approach West Alabama

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has given us an early heads-up about a Freeze Warning starting for Saturday and Sunday.

Birmingham, AL · 9h

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Alabama Freeze Warning Tonight: Lows Near 27°F This Weekend Nov 14-15

Two freeze warnings cover central Alabama as temperatures could fall to 27 degrees by Sunday.

Birmingham, AL · 11h

Shelby Reporter

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Oak Ass Endurance Race returns to Oak Mountain with new course, national field

PELHAM – The Oak Ass Endurance Race is returning to Oak Mountain State Park on Saturday, Nov. 14, bringing endurance mountain bikers from across the country to Shelby County for a day of competition, trails and celebration. The event, presented by the National Ultra Endurance Series, Chainbuster and Birmingham...

Birmingham, AL · 23h

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Birmingham enforces new public camping ordinance with Jimmie Hale Mission looking to expand services

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A new city ordinance prohibiting homeless encampments on public property is now in effect in Birmingham, and local organizations are preparing to help connect people experiencing homelessness with shelter and resources. The ordinance, which took effect Tuesday, gives the city authority to clear encampments from public property after providing notice. City […]

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Football Friday: Rebels head to Sparkman

Friday night means gameday for the local high school football teams, and Under the Lights is back to cover Football Friday. Vestavia Hills travels north to Sparkman for the second round of the Class 6A playoffs. For updates throughout Friday nights and all season, follow sports editor Kyle Parmley on...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 1d

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UAB Baseball Signs 10 Players to 2027 Recruiting Class

UAB baseball added 10 players to its 2027 recruiting class: six high school prospects and four junior college transfers. The group brings depth across the roster, with a mix of power hitters, versatile position players and experienced pitchers. By the Numbers. 10 signees: six prep players and four junior college...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Vestavia Hills Planning and Zoning Commission meets Thursday, Nov. 12

The Vestavia Hills Planning and Zoning Commission on Thursday is scheduled to consider three cases involving modifications to lot and easement lines on existing residential lots. The requests:. Combining two recorded lots on Linda Vista Lane into one lot of about half an acre, zoned R-2. City staff said the...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 2d

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4th annual Veterans Day Celebration held at Highlands College, featured grandson of evangelist Billy Graham as keynote speaker

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The nation paused to honor its veterans and military families on Wednesday, and the folks at Highlands College gathered to do the same at their fourth annual Veterans Day Celebration. The program drew more than 1,100 people and featured military honors, student-led musical performances, and a...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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The Amelia Center :: Hope for Birmingham Families

When someone experiences the death of a loved one, people often expect them to return to “normal” within a few months. But anyone who has experienced significant loss knows that grief does not follow a timeline. Acute grief can last much longer than many people expect, and the...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Birmingham church condemned before third fire; city considers next steps

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Victory Missionary Baptist Church has been hit by three fires in about 13 months. Now, the City of Birmingham says the property was condemned and posted last month and will be reassessed following the latest fire. The latest fire happened Monday, November 9. Birmingham Fire and...

Birmingham, AL · 2d

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Homewood Library to host document shredding and electronics recycling event

Homewood Public Library will host a Document Shredding & Electronics Recycling event Friday, Nov. 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the library’s back parking lot. The drive-through event will allow participants to remain in their vehicles while dropping off sensitive paperwork and eligible electronics for secure disposal and recycling.

Homewood, AL · 19h

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Theatre Downtown | Talk of Alabama | 11.12.2026

What is the significance of The Humans being a Tony-award-winning drama?. Why was The Humans selected for the Alabama premiere?

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