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Post Malone cancels Birmingham performance with Jelly Roll

Post Malone has canceled the local leg of his stadium tour with Jelly Roll.

Air conditioner catches flame at Coosa Valley Elementary

An air conditioning unit caught flame in a Coosa Valley Elementary School classroom, but it was quickly dashed by the School Resource Officer.

Amazing America 250: A Sweet Tradition Lives On in South Birmingham

America is turning 250 years old — and in every corner of the country, stories of craft, culture, and community are still being written today. In South Birmingh

FBI Birmingham honors fallen officer at State Memorial Service

The FBI Birmingham Division honored a fallen officer on Friday, May 1.Retired Supervisory Special Agent (SSA) Todd Spiker was remembered after his death.

Center Point man arrested for allegedly shooting wife in domestic violence-related fight

A shooting related to domestic violence has left a 29-year-old woman seriously injured, and the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office says they have a suspect.

University of Montevallo cuts several sports team, merges departments

The University of Montevallo are cutting several sports teams and merging two departments in one of "many other difficult decisions" to balance their budget.

Family speaks out after DUI crash killed unborn child; driver serving 15 years

A Tuscaloosa County family is sharing their story of loss, accountability, and healing after a drunk driving crash in Clarke County killed their unborn son—and

Shelby County students restore cannon for America’s 250th celebration

Students rebuilt a historic cannon for American Village, turning a class project into a lasting tribute ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Construction begins on $82M Gadsden Athletic Center as part of $140M RISE plan

GADSDEN, Ala. — Construction is officially underway on the Gadsden Athletic Center, an $82 million project city leaders say will bring jobs, tourism, and expand

Governor Ivey Calls Special Legislative Session Following Redistricting Developments

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday announced a special session of the state Legislature tied to ongoing litigation over Alabama’s congressional and state legislati

Birmingham-Southern College Says Sale of Campus to United States Coast Guard Finalized

Birmingham-Southern College announced Friday it finalized the sale of its campus to the United States Coast Guard, marking a transition that will repurpose the

Ivey awards nearly $145,000 in grants to support sexual assault victims

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded three grants totaling nearly $145,000 to support victims of sexual assault and help investigators and prosecutors pursue cases across

Fire incident at Coosa Valley Elementary prompts evacuation

Students and staff at Coosa Valley Elementary School were safely evacuated after a fire incident on campus Friday morning.

Alabama AG Pushes to Reinstate Blocked Congressional Map After Louisiana Ruling

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed emergency motions with the U.S. Supreme Court requesting the lifting of injunctions that currently block the s

Alabama state grocery tax holiday begins May 1

Alabamians will get a break at the checkout line for the next two months as the state’s grocery tax holiday begins in May and runs through June.Gov. Kay Ivey on

Alabama's March unemployment rate holds at 2.7% as wages hit record high

Alabama’s unemployment rate held steady in March, while average weekly wages climbed to a new record high, according to the Alabama Department of Workforce.Work

The Weather Authority: Rain Later Today/Tonight; Mostly Dry Weekend

The air will be cool and stable, no thunderstorms for most of Alabama.

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Post Malone cancels Birmingham performance with Jelly Roll

Post Malone has canceled the local leg of his stadium tour with Jelly Roll.

Family speaks out after DUI crash killed unborn child; driver serving 15 years

A Tuscaloosa County family is sharing their story of loss, accountability, and healing after a drunk driving crash in Clarke County killed their unborn son—and

Center Point man arrested for allegedly shooting wife in domestic violence-related fight

A shooting related to domestic violence has left a 29-year-old woman seriously injured, and the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office says they have a suspect.

Birmingham-Southern College Says Sale of Campus to United States Coast Guard Finalized

Birmingham-Southern College announced Friday it finalized the sale of its campus to the United States Coast Guard, marking a transition that will repurpose the

Missing Calera High School student found safe

Police are working to locate a Calera High School student who was reported missing.

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FBI Birmingham honors fallen officer at State Memorial Service

Family speaks out after DUI crash killed unborn child; driver serving 15 years

Shelby County students restore cannon for America’s 250th celebration

Construction begins on $82M Gadsden Athletic Center as part of $140M RISE plan

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Storm damage hits Fayette park, but officials say rebuild is already underway

Storms damaged a Fayette County park, destroying a press box. Officials are rebuilding, relocating games, and say the park will come back stronger.

Former security guard sentenced to 33 years in prison after murder conviction

A former security guard at a Tuscaloosa lounge has been sentenced to over 30 years in prison following his conviction in March 2026.

Lanes blocked on Alabama 79 near Dallas Loop Road

A two-vehicle crash in Blount County has closed all lanes on Alabama 79 near Dallas Loop Road.The crash happened around 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, April 30.

Redevelopment planned for former Graymont School site in Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — A long-vacant property in Birmingham’s Smithfield community could soon see new life.Plans are moving forward to redevelop the former G

Kobay South breaks ground for operation expansion in Oxford, brings more jobs

A lead supplier of precision metal stamping and complex welded seating structures broke ground for their major expansion in Oxford.

Birmingham leaders consider revoking Nana Funks license after shooting, safety concerns

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — Birmingham city leaders are moving toward potentially shutting down a nightclub after a recent shooting and a history of police calls

Country star Riley Green awarded honorary degree at Jacksonville State University

Jacksonville State University (JSU) has awarded their native country music star with an Honorary Doctorate. Riley Green was given the Doctor of Letters.

Athens man sentenced to 18 years for child pornography possession

An Athens man has been sentenced for distributing and possessing child pornography. Hunter William Bell, 29, also known as "amWoos," has been sentenced.

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Storm damage hits Fayette park, but officials say rebuild is already underway

Redevelopment planned for former Graymont School site in Birmingham

Country star Riley Green awarded honorary degree at Jacksonville State University

Injured hiker rescued at Oak Mountain State Park