Lifestyle
Birmingham's Balti Fights for UNESCO Cultural Heritage Status
A spicy curry's battle to preserve a city's multicultural identity
Birmingham Residents Frustrated by Ongoing Garden Waste Collection Disruption
Bin strike and planned changes to waste management system leave residents seeking alternatives for yard waste disposal.
Birmingham Residents Face Ongoing Disruption in Garden Waste Collection
Bin strike and planned service changes create uncertainty around reinstating seasonal service
Economics
Birmingham's 2025 Economic Report Highlights Downtown Resurgence
Office occupancy, corporate investment, and dining scene growth signal a thriving urban core
BJCC Delivers Over $463.5M in Economic Impact for Birmingham
The Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex remained a key economic driver for the city in 2025.
Median Rent Prices Drop to 4-Year Low Nationwide
Renters see relief as rents decline in many major U.S. markets
Crime
Family Mourns Tragic Loss of Birmingham Stabbing Victim Chris Ikouara
19-year-old's death leaves community seeking answers and justice
Beloved Vietnam Veteran Stabbed at Home in Sylacauga
Son says father is stable after attack, calls for community support and forgiveness
Judges Condemn Birmingham Crimes as 'The Worst'
Disturbing cases are nothing new to Birmingham's courts, but some stand out as exceptionally cruel or persistent.
Health
City Quietly Removes Water Fluoride, Sparking Outrage
Lack of transparency from utility raises concerns over public health impact
Jefferson County Sees Dramatic Improvements in Key Health Metrics
Mobile health unit and community-focused programs drive 40% drop in opioid deaths, 36% decline in homicides, and 29% decrease in infant mortality
Alabama GI Group Expands with New Clinic in Jasper
Birmingham Gastroenterology opens 13th site to increase access to digestive health services.
Weather
Prescribed Burn Planned for Oak Mountain State Park
Controlled fire to clear brush and reduce wildfire risk
Alabama Sees Dry Stretch With No Rain Forecast Through Weekend
Dry air locks in across the state, raising concerns about drying conditions.
Alabama Forecast Calls for Cool Mornings, Warm Afternoons
Dry weather and high pollen counts expected in the week ahead
