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Facade Falls in Birmingham’s Heart | Birmingham News
A building facade tumbled downtown Birmingham on July 25, 2026, crashing beside the historic Bromberg’s building on 20th Street — the spot once home to Ahiki’s Mediterranean restaurant, now vacant since last year. Thankfully, no one was hurt. It’s not the first time — in 2023, strong winds brought down a freshly painted mural wall nearby. The incident sparked local buzz and reflection on the city’s evolving architecture. Just down the block, construction continues on a new 338-room hotel at the old Brown Marx Tower, even forcing a temporary closure last week for facade work. 20th Street…
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