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Wounded survivor of Tuesday's east Birmingham apartment complex shooting speaks out
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Sadly, a 4-year-old little girl is without both of her parents. People close to the family say the child’s father died last week from natural causes, and her mother is one of the latest victims in the city of Birmingham to lose her life to gun violence.
Community development grant equips Gadsden State Public Safety Department with new Polaris Ranger
GADSDEN, AL – A fully grant-funded safety vehicle for rough terrain is equipping Gadsden State Community College’s Police and Public Safety Department with the ability to better serve Gadsden State’s campuses and surrounding communities. Gadsden State Police Chief Jay Freeman announced Tuesday the department was awarded a...
Sextortion scam costing victims thousands in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Two Birmingham business owners say thieves are using their names in a scam involving Christian dating sites. They say the conversation starts off innocently enough with a possible match, then comes an attempt to steal thousands of dollars. Business owner James Casteel and his wife says...
Tuscaloosa Mayor’s Recommended Budget Raises Water Bills, Gives Raise to City Employees
Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox's proposed budget for the next fiscal year would marginally increase the cost of city services and give a raise to all municipal employees, he told the city council Tuesday. The mayor's shorter budget presentation can be read in full on the city's website, streamed in video...
Forbes features Birmingham in article about nationwide mural trend
In a recent article titled “North American Cities Have Gone Mural Mad,” Forbes contributor Gary Stoller referenced Birmingham’s growing collection of murals—specifically the breathtaking 50-foot-tall and 100-foot-wide Willie Mays mural between 1st Avenue North and Morris Ave near 18th Street. Birmingham’s mural scene referenced by Forbes...
Low inventory, median home price increases + more new Birmingham real estate stats
The real estate market in the Birmingham metro remains relatively tough to navigate, with inventory still at historically low levels. In fact, in many Birmingham-area communities, homes are not staying on the market much longer than a month at a time. If you are looking to buy or sell a...
Oregon based Dutch Bros Coffee confirms Prattville location
Rise and grind Prattville! The Oregon based coffee shop, Dutch Bros is coming to Prattville, company confirms. The location in Prattville will be located at 1874 E Main St. in front of the Mexico Tipico Mexican restaurant in Prattville. “Dutch Bros is stoked to be joining the Prattville community soon....
Lake Martin Reflections set to open Saturday
Lake Martin is always relaxing. The lake and its shorelines provide a chance to soak up the rays and let the stress of life melt away. Those seeking to relax will have another way to relax at Lake Martin Reflections with its cosmetology, aestheticist and massage services. “There is nothing...
Birmingham-Southern College Continues To Seek New Owner
After announcing its closing in May, Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) is still in search of a buyer. Despite interest from neighboring Alabama colleges like Alabama A&M University and Miles College, BSC’s future when it comes to buyers currently does not look too promising. According to a report by 1819 News, the school turned down a “lowball” offer of $65 million from A&M, which would have officially made it an HBCU. On the other hand, it signed a Letter of Intent with Miles College. However, the college could not find the funds to fulfill the purchase. Launched as a Methodist institution just a year...
16 awesome weekend events, including Sidewalk Film Festival—Aug. 23-25
Get the party started, Birmingham. The weekend is here and it’s stacked with fun things to do. Read on for details on the Sidewalk Film Festival, Latinos Con Onda and more happening, August 23-25. Have an event you’d like to promote? Add it for free to our calendar.
Huntsville nonprofit weighs in on homelessness increase around Stokes Street
A Huntsville nonprofit responded on Thursday to community concerns about dozens of homeless sleeping outside their office location on Stokes Street. The executive director of First Stop, Chad Rodriguez, says they're a day center. Their clients are people experiencing homelessness, and the nonprofit's hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
One-of-a-kind drone program may be on the way to Tuscaloosa
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - More eyes in the sky: That’s the latest proposal by Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox. With the new fiscal year coming up, the mayor has proposed to the city council a first responder team consisting of drones. One councilman is fully on board and ready to...
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