Crime
14-Year-Old Arrested After Machete Attack in Birmingham
Two teens hospitalized, third punched in Stratford Road incident
Birmingham Police Searching for Missing 72-Year-Old Man
Gary Mattier was last seen in late 2025, and his family has not heard from him in months
Alabama Prison Documentary 'The Alabama Solution' Earns Oscar Nomination
The sobering film, largely shot by inmates on contraband cellphones, puts a spotlight on life behind bars in Alabama prisons.
Health
Global Study Finds Salt in Tap Water Raises Blood Pressure
Researchers discover even moderate levels of sodium in drinking water can have a measurable impact on blood pressure.
Birmingham Man Dies After Brain Aneurysm Went Undetected
Hospital admits failings in not informing patient or his doctor of scan results showing brain abnormality.
Alabama Doctor Warns of Cold Weather Health Risks
Birmingham family medicine physician highlights growing concerns over winter's impact on respiratory, cardiovascular, and kidney health.
Lifestyle
Birmingham Education Chief Named Alabama's Top School Leader
Mark Sullivan recognized as Outstanding Superintendent of the Year by Alabama Education Association
12 New Home Listings Hit Birmingham Market
Variety of properties available in Birmingham, Hoover, and Vestavia Hills areas.
City Club Birmingham to Close After 36 Years
The longtime social club will shut its doors on February 25, 2026.
Business
BankerBounty Partners with ServisFirst Bank
Incentive referral platform teams up with top-performing commercial bank
Birmingham Awards $100,000 to Local Urban Farmers
City partners with Jones Valley Teaching Farm to support small businesses and food access
Birmingham Construction Hits Historic Highs
Residential projects drive surge in new construction starts, according to Deloitte report.
Sports
Alabama's AHSAA Boys Basketball Playoffs Underway with Class 6A Oxford Leading Favorites
Top-ranked teams by classification include Huntsville, Guntersville, Ashville, Hale County, Providence Christian, and Hatch
UAB rallies past Rice for American Athletic Conference victory
Chance Westry's 22 points led the Blazers to a comeback win over the Owls.
Chance Westry scores 22 to help UAB fend off Rice 71-65
Blazers rally in second half to defeat Owls in American Conference matchup
