Economics
Median Rent Prices Drop to 4-Year Low Nationwide
Renters see relief as rents decline in many major U.S. markets
Birmingham Gas Prices Jump 32 Cents in One Week
Spring break travel demand drives up prices at the pump across Alabama
Black Homeownership Lags White Ownership Across Major Cities
Systemic barriers continue to prevent Black families from building wealth through homeownership
Business
Birmingham Launches Entrepreneurship Center to Boost Small Businesses
New data-driven hub aims to streamline support, strengthen collaboration, and accelerate growth for local entrepreneurs.
Birmingham Agency Sees Surge in Demand for Dental Marketing
Practices compete for online visibility as patients research treatments digitally before booking appointments
1248 Management LLC Reduces Vulcan Materials Stake
Institutional investor sells 97.1% of its shares in construction materials company
Crime
University of Alabama Student Disappears in Spain
Police suspect foul play in the disappearance of James Paul Gracey in Barcelona
Jury Deliberations Continue in Manslaughter Trial Over 10-Year-Old's Death
Winton faces charges in connection with the death of Ember Poe, who was struck while riding her scooter in 2024.
34-Year-Old Woman Dies After East Alabama Motorcycle Crash
Victim identified as Rachel M. Smith, who was airlifted to UAB Hospital after the accident.
Politics
Trump to Pay Respects to 6 U.S. Service Members Killed in Middle East
The president will travel to Delaware to honor the fallen troops in a solemn military ritual.
Trump to Pay Respects to 6 US Troops Killed in Middle East Crash
President to Attend Dignified Transfer Ceremony at Delaware Military Base
Birmingham Pushes for Blight Remediation Laws
Mayor Woodfin and state legislators seek new tools to address neglected properties.
Lifestyle
Grandmother, 73, Raising Grandson Alone Amid Rising Costs
Rhonda Abbott faces financial stress from gas prices, utilities, and age-related job challenges as she cares for her 14-year-old grandson.
Birmingham City Council Approves Plan to Expand Access to Childcare
The Reinvest initiative is helping with the city's Cradle to Career framework, which focuses on setting up children for success in Birmingham.
AOA Foundation Announces 2026 Student Scholarship Winners
Scholarships recognize outstanding optometry students for academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to the profession.
