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Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Birmingham News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Birmingham, Alabama—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Birmingham…
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Enes Kanter Challenges WNBA Eligibility Rules | Birmingham News
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom is declaring for the WNBA draft next spring, sparking a firestorm as he challenges the league’s eligibility rules by…
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New Bill Targets Child Trafficking at Border | Birmingham News
A new bill, the Stopping Border Surges Act, is poised to reshape how undocumented children are handled at the U.S. border — targeting a disturbing trend where…
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U.S. Pushes Back Against China in Space | Birmingham News
Senator Katie Britt unveils the Space Superiority Readiness Act of 2026 to outpace China’s rising space ambitions, demanding sharper U.S. Space Force training…
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Teen Faces 124 Charges for Endangered Turtles | Birmingham News
A 20-year-old is facing 124 federal charges for allegedly capturing and possessing endangered flattened musk turtles—Alabama’s rarest freshwater species, now…
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LGBTQ+ Caucus Chairman Elected in Alabama | Birmingham News
Richard White, Junior, has just been elected chairman of Alabama’s Democratic Party LGBTQ+ Caucus, vowing to energize the community and drive voter turnout in…
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Copper Star Coffee Co. Opens Strong | Birmingham News
Hoover’s newest coffee gem, Copper Star Coffee Co., just hit the scene in July and is already blowing up with rave reviews. This cozy, family-run spot serves…
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Colt Ford Survives Tour Bus Crash | Birmingham News
Colt Ford’s survival after a harrowing tour bus crash—where he was pulled through the windshield and suffered a broken shoulder—is sparking an outpouring of…
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Volpe’s Challenge Fiasco and Smile | Birmingham News
Anthony Volpe’s rough start in Triple-A had fans buzzing — he used both of Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s challenges in his first at-bat, including an odd call on a…
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UFL Moves, Fraud Trial, and Tragedies | Birmingham News
The UFL’s Stallions may be relocating from Birmingham, with owner Mike Repole scouting three new stadium sites. Meanwhile, a Jamaican woman accused of a $32…
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Police Activity at UAB Hospital | Birmingham News
Police Activity at UAB Hospital | Birmingham News
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Muse’s Bellamy Files for Divorce | Birmingham News
Muse’s frontman Matt Bellamy has filed for divorce from model wife Elle Evans after seven years of marriage, seeking full custody of their two young kids amid…
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USPS Hiring in Alabama and Mississippi | Birmingham News
USPS is hiring aggressively in Alabama and Mississippi with job fairs all August, offering $21.89/hour for Rural Carrier roles to boost rural mail…
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Nicole Kidman Embraces New Chapter | Birmingham News
Nicole Kidman is stepping boldly into a new chapter after her divorce from Keith Urban, describing the emotional rollercoaster as “free falling” while…
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Shake Shack Expands to 11 New Locations | Birmingham News
Shake Shack’s expansion is going full throttle—11 new locations in August alone, including four on the same day across Texas, California, Colorado, and…
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Lifetime Identity Protection Push | Birmingham News
In 2015, a massive OPM cyber breach exposed the personal data of over 22 million federal workers and lawmakers — a scandal that still haunts victims today…
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Son Shoots Parents Then Dies | Birmingham News
A 35-year-old man accused of murdering his parents before taking his own life has shaken a New York community. Justin Sislo, recently released from jail after…
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Jackie the Eagle’s Legacy Lives On | Birmingham News
A beloved bald eagle named Jackie, the first chick ever hatched in Big Bear Valley in 2012 and a symbol of resilience for millions, passed away at age 14 after…
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Two Fatal Crashes in Jefferson County | Birmingham News
Two heartbreaking car crashes in Jefferson County claimed the lives of 24-year-old Alyssa Michelle-Rose Moody and 44-year-old Adam Michael Cummings within a…
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Volunteer to Boost Kids’ Reading Confidence | Birmingham News
Want to make a real difference in a child’s life? STAIR of Birmingham connects trained volunteers with elementary students for weekly 45-minute reading…
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Hoover’s New Walk-In Clinic & Pharmacy | Birmingham News
Hoover just got a game-changer for quick, convenient care: Riverchase Pharmacy & Clinic is now open on John Hawkins Parkway, blending walk-in medical care with…
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Weather Disrupts Thousands of Flights | Birmingham News
Travel chaos hit the nation’s skies as over 1,595 flights were delayed and 65 canceled, with Chicago O’Hare and JetBlue taking the brunt—thanks to relentless…
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Paris Jackson Meets Biological Mother | Birmingham News
Paris Jackson shares an emotional and unexpectedly warm reunion with her biological mother, Debbie Rowe, recalling how she greeted her as “Hey, Mom” at just…
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Tom Arnold Walks Again After Back Break | Birmingham News
Tom Arnold, the beloved actor, stunned fans when he appeared on a podcast using a walker—revealing he’d broken his back during a late-night bathroom trip in…
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Atlantic Storms: Mild Season Ahead | Birmingham News
The Atlantic is buzzing with tropical activity—but don’t panic: no U.S. landfall in sight. Tropical Depression Cristobal has fizzled out, while two other…
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Womack Leads Auburn Edge Rushers | Birmingham News
Auburn’s edge rushers are firing on all cylinders ahead of their first scrimmage, with Da’Shawn Womack dominating drills with elite speed, technique, and…
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Tragic Crash Claims Life in Warrior | Birmingham News
Tragic Crash Claims Life in Warrior | Birmingham News
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Tragic Highway Crash Claims Young Life | Birmingham News
Tragic Highway Crash Claims Young Life | Birmingham News
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Walmart’s $328 Vizio QLED TV Deal | Birmingham News
Walmart’s slashing the price on a 65-inch Vizio QLED TV from $498 to just $328 — that’s $170 off — with free shipping and a 30-day return. This 4K smart TV…
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El Niño’s Big Weather Shift | Birmingham News
A powerful “Godzilla El Niño” is brewing, potentially the strongest in 70 years, with ocean temps soaring and global weather patterns shifting. For Alabama…
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Yeti’s New Ranchero Crossbody Bag | Birmingham News
Yeti’s new Ranchero Crossbody Bag is here to revolutionize everyday carry—think sleek, modern fanny pack vibes with serious Yeti durability. Built from tough…
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Flock Reforms After License Plate Abuse | Birmingham News
Flock, the leading provider of automated license-plate readers, is rolling out major reforms after mounting scrutiny over officer misuse—including tracking…
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Walmart Acquires Vibe.co for Streaming Ads | Birmingham News
Walmart just bought Vibe.co, the smart ad platform for streaming TV, to supercharge how businesses target viewers and turn ads into sales—no fancy agencies…
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Stars Urge Caution & Clarity Today | Birmingham News
Today’s cosmic forecast urges you to pause and plan—change isn’t always the answer. Geminis, Taureans, Cancers, Leos, Virgos, Libras, Scorpios, Sagittarians…
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Patmos Brings AI Data Center to Birmingham | Birmingham News
Patmos, an AI infrastructure giant, is set to transform a shuttered Birmingham warehouse into a $150 million data center, starting at 20MW and scaling to 45MW…
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Alabaster Schools Build on Academic Success | Birmingham News
Alabaster City Schools are stepping into the new academic year with confidence, riding high on last year’s test score wins—especially third-grade reading at…
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Nurses Behind the Scenes at Children's | Birmingham News
Behind the bedside, nurses at Children’s of Alabama are quietly revolutionizing care—training staff on critical tech, managing patient resources, and shaping…
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Sleepers Rising for 2026 CFP | Birmingham News
College football’s 2026 playoff race is heating up with hidden gems ready to shock the world. Washington in the Big Ten, Arizona and Houston in the Big 12, and…
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Alabama Heat Wave to Last Through Weekend | Birmingham News
Alabama’s sweltering heat wave shows no signs of breaking, with mid-90s temps and oppressive humidity making it feel like 110 degrees in some areas. Heat…
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Stallions Return Outside Birmingham | Birmingham News
Mike Repole is pushing hard to bring the Birmingham Stallions back to the metro — but not in the city. His bold plan: a $100-million sports and entertainment…
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Alabama's Best Ribs According to Locals | Birmingham News
Alabama’s rib scene is legendary, with decades-old staples like Dreamland Bar-B-Que and Full Moon Bar-B-Que battling it out against rising stars like Sam’s…
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Dr. Fox Warns Against Vaccine Policy Shifts | Birmingham News
Dr. Claude Earl Fox, former Alabama State Health Officer and pediatrician, warns that recent vaccine policy shifts from the White House are dangerously…
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Whittlin' Fiddler Violet Hensley Passes | Birmingham News
Country music lost a true giant with the passing of Violet Hensley, the legendary “Whittlin’ Fiddler,” at 109—recognized as the oldest living country icon…
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Space Command Moves to Huntsville | Birmingham News
U.S. Space Command is making a bold move to Alabama, with half its staff relocating to Redstone Arsenal by 2028 as construction kicks off on a new 64-acre HQ…
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Spa Owner Faces Court Battle Over Travel | Birmingham News
Whitney Cheatham, owner of Infusion Day Spa in Cullman, faces a high-stakes legal battle after a judge denied her request to leave the state—just days before a…
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Alabama Heat Wave and Tropical Waves | Birmingham News
Alabama’s sweltering heat wave is here to stay, with mid-90s highs climbing into the upper 90s and even flirting with 100 degrees out west — plus afternoon…
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Stallions Head to New Stadium in 2029 | Birmingham News
Birmingham Stallions are set to get a brand-new home stadium by 2029, thanks to billionaire owner Mike Repole’s bold plan to build a facility on 100 acres in…
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Jeremy Williams to Be Executed | Birmingham News
Alabama prepares to execute Jeremy Williams this Thursday for the brutal 2021 kidnapping, murder, and sexual assault of five-year-old Kamarie Holland — a case…
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Why Black Menthol Smokers Slip Back | Birmingham News
UAB is unlocking why Black menthol smokers often slip back into cigarettes, using a $783K NIH grant to track real-time triggers like cravings and…
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Alabama GOP Closes Primaries | Birmingham News
State Auditor Andrew Sorrell is pushing hard to close Alabama’s primaries by requiring voters to be registered with a party to participate in its primary — a…
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Alabama’s Low Turnout Sparks GOP Confidence | Birmingham News
Alabama’s special primary election delivered shockingly low turnout—barely over five percent—sparking debate over voter engagement and GOP strategy. Despite…
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Accountability in the Pandemic Era | Birmingham News
When it comes to accountability during the pandemic, anger simmers over whether figures like Dr. Fauci should face consequences for their roles—especially…
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Green Eyes Mayoral Run Against Reed | Birmingham News
Former Montgomery City Councilman William Green is eyeing a 2027 mayoral run against current Mayor Steven Reed, citing crime, sanitation, and job creation as…
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Treasury Drops Ownership Reporting Rule | Birmingham News
Treasury just axed the federal rule forcing businesses to report ownership details — a major win for small biz owners drowning in compliance. Originating in…
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Alabama Prisons Go Tobacco-Free by October | Birmingham News
Alabama’s prisons are going tobacco-free by October, banning all tobacco products—including cigarettes, chewing tobacco, and snuff—starting with four…
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Matthew McConaughey and Real Bees on Set | Birmingham News
Matthew McConaughey’s new thriller “The Rivals of Amziah King” is buzzing with authenticity—thanks to real Alabama beekeepers who brought thousands of live…
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Alabama Secondary Under Fire | Birmingham News
Alabama’s secondary is heating up with preseason hype, led by Thorpe Award watchlisters Bray Hubbard and Zabien Brown, but the shadow of that Rose Bowl…
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Doug Jones vs Tommy Tuberville | Birmingham News
Doug Jones is launching a bold gubernatorial campaign in Alabama, taking direct aim at Tommy Tuberville—the same senator who defeated him in 2020—accusing him…
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Morgan Wallen Concert Incident | Birmingham News
A 33-year-old man from North Carolina, Jayson Reed, was arrested after allegedly exposing himself and urinating on a family of four at a Morgan Wallen concert…
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Brock Rechsteiner's NFL Suspension & WWE Future | Birmingham News
Brock Rechsteiner, son of wrestling legend Scott Steiner, faces a major hurdle as an undrafted Saints rookie—six-game NFL suspension that could derail his…
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Grace at Dinner, Tuxes at Weddings | Birmingham News
Dinner parties and weddings both hinge on one golden rule: follow the host’s lead. At dinner, if they say grace, you join in—no need to pretend otherwise. And…