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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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Alaska University Secures $499M Nuclear Detection Deal | Birmingham News
The University of Alaska Fairbanks just snagged a $499 million Pentagon contract to develop cutting-edge tech for detecting nuclear proliferation through…
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Two Teens Charged in Tuscaloosa Shooting | Birmingham News
Two teens now face adult felony murder charges after fatally shooting a 19-year-old during a botched firearm deal in Tuscaloosa — the victim, unarmed, was…
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Shan Paden Joins Central Alabama Water | Birmingham News
Central Alabama Water has tapped seasoned attorney Shan Paden as its new general counsel — a move that signals big things ahead for the utility. Already…
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Alabama’s Preseason Battle Intensifies | Birmingham News
Alabama football wrapped up their fifth preseason practice for 2026, with players in shells grinding through individual drills and position work under…
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Flying Fear vs Travel Dreams | Birmingham News
A wife dreams of a romantic Italian getaway for their anniversary, but her husband’s crippling fear of flying turns it into a source of tension—suggesting she…
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Matt Olson Hits 900-Game Streak | Birmingham News
Matt Olson just hit a major milestone—his 900th consecutive game, starting back in May 2021 with the A’s and now with the Braves. That’s the longest active…
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GLP-1 Drugs Reshaping Grocery Habits | Birmingham News
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are reshaping grocery habits, slashing food spending by nearly 4% for users and shifting purchases toward protein, fiber, and healthy…
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NeNe Leakes Back on the Housewives Scene | Birmingham News
NeNe Leakes is back on the Real Housewives scene for the “Roaring 20th Special,” making her first return in six years to help Porsha Williams pack for a trip —…
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Alabama's Hidden Green Guardians | Birmingham News
For thirty years, Freshwater Land Trust has quietly transformed Alabama’s landscape—turning industrial wastelands into thriving parks like Red Mountain and…
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Birmingham Schools Kick Off Strong | Birmingham News
Birmingham City Schools launched the new academic year with a bold mission: get every student back in class, ready for college or career. Wenonah High kicked…
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Tragic Motorcycle Accident in Birmingham | Birmingham News
Tragic Motorcycle Accident in Birmingham | Birmingham News
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Man Shot in Car Crash in Ensley | Birmingham News
A man named Rivers died after being shot in his vehicle, which then flipped and crashed into a house on 47th Street in Ensley. Birmingham police have arrested…
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Cardinals Eye UFL Star Eugene Asante | Birmingham News
Arizona Cardinals snagged UFL standout Eugene Asante, a former Auburn linebacker who lit up the Houston Gamblers with 34 tackles, 4 for loss, and 2 fumbles in…
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South America Earthquake Alert | Birmingham News
A massive earthquake has hit South America, triggering a USGS orange alert warning of potential 100 to 1,000 fatalities and severe economic damage. This…
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SEC Ground Game Revival? | Birmingham News
Alabama and Auburn are doubling down on the run game this season, with Auburn’s new OC boldly promising to “run the piss out of the ball” and Alabama’s OC…
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Three Disturbances Brewing in Atlantic | Birmingham News
Three tropical disturbances are brewing in the Atlantic, but don’t panic—none are close enough to threaten U.S. shores yet. Two have slim odds of becoming…
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2026 College Football Season Preview | Birmingham News
The 2026 college football season is heating up, with Alabama, Auburn, UAB, Samford, and Miles College setting the stage for epic matchups from early September…
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SEC 2026: 10 Games That Decide | Birmingham News
The 2026 SEC football season is set to explode with drama, featuring a brand-new ninth conference game and ten pivotal matchups that could determine the SEC…
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Maki Fresh Closes Doors in Cahaba Village | Birmingham News
Maki Fresh, Birmingham’s beloved fast-casual sushi pioneer, has shut its doors for good — its Cahaba Village location closed in August 2026, joining Condado…
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FBI Warns: Fake Threats Have Real Consequences | Birmingham News
FBI warns schools and families: fake online threats are serious federal crimes, punishable by up to five years in prison—even if meant as jokes. These hoaxes…
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Social Security Updates for Disability Claims | Birmingham News
Social Security just dropped major tech upgrades to make disability claims less stressful—now you can submit forms online, track your case in real-time, and…
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School Officer Demoted Over Car Design | Birmingham News
Blount County Sheriff Mark Moon’s decision to move veteran school resource officer Jason Hollingsworth—after he refused to drive a squad car branded with the…
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Summer’s End, School’s Begin | Birmingham News
Back-to-school season brings a quiet shift as kids grow into their own lives, leaving parents to cherish the fleeting moments of shared mornings and laughter…
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Tuberville Under Fire Over El-Sayed Remarks | Birmingham News
Senator Tommy Tuberville’s inflammatory claim that Michigan Democrats sent a “terrorist” to the Senate has sparked backlash from fellow Republican Senator Bill…
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Sidwell Gets BamaCarry Endorsement | Birmingham News
Austin Sidwell just landed a major boost from BamaCarry, Alabama’s top Second Amendment group, as they endorse him for the Republican nomination in the August…
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Driver Rescued from Upside-Down Car | Birmingham News
Driver Rescued from Upside-Down Car | Birmingham News
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Parrot Reunited After 9 Years | Birmingham News
After nine years and a brutal burglary that stole his chihuahua and shattered his hope, Robert Mortimer in England got his miracle parrot back—Barney, an…
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The Lost Art of Blanket Covers | Birmingham News
Once upon a time, blanket covers were the elegant finishing touch over wool blankets — delicate, often handcrafted, and meant to be admired. Today? They’ve…
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Amanda Knox’s Fringe Show Sparks Controversy | Birmingham News
Amanda Knox’s new comedy show “Cartwheel” at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe is sparking controversy as critics and Kercher’s family question whether humor can…
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Was She Mentally Ill or Deliberate? | Birmingham News
The trial of Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three young children, hinges on a fierce battle over her mental state: defense experts argue she suffered…
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Auburn's Hotel Camp Controversy | Birmingham News
Auburn’s football team is training at a Marriott hotel this fall camp, sparking fury and debate among fans. Coach Alex Golesh’s unorthodox “staycation”…
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A Voice Memo Toast That Shocked Everyone | Birmingham News
At a wedding in July 2026, the maid of honor stunned guests by playing a seven-minute voice memo Caroline recorded just after meeting her now-husband—three…
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Pardoned, Then Charged Again | Birmingham News
Thomas Sibick, a January 6th Capitol rioter who received a presidential pardon from Trump after serving less than half his sentence, is now facing fresh felony…
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Gas Prices Dip But Watch the Tension | Birmingham News
Gas prices in Birmingham dipped 8.5 cents to $3.58 per gallon — a welcome relief, but still 10 cents higher than a month ago and 85 cents above last year…
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I-20 Westbound Closed in Jefferson County | Birmingham News
I-20 westbound is shut down in Jefferson County, Alabama after a commercial truck crash at 3:39 AM—traffic diverted to US-78 at Exit 140. No reopening timeline…
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Auburn’s Preseason Shakeups and Chemistry | Birmingham News
Auburn’s preseason camp kicks off under new head coach Alex Golesh, with the team easing into full pads and gearing up for their season opener in less than a…
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When Choices Backfire in Family | Birmingham News
When seventy-something parents pack up and relocate to Florida—leaving their kids behind—they’re met with a firm, no-nonsense response: don’t expect your…
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Anniston Police Exit Immigration Pact | Birmingham News
Anniston Police are pulling out of a federal immigration enforcement program, citing no local need for such duties and redirecting resources to violent crime…
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Clanton Creek Rescue Operation | Birmingham News
A driver flipped upside down in a creek off I-65 in Clanton, Alabama—forcing first responders to rappel down an embankment from the highway to reach them. With…
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Temple Crest Apartment Fire Displaces 21 | Birmingham News
A fierce fire erupted at an apartment complex on Temple Crest Drive in Birmingham, forcing dozens to flee as flames roared through the building—initially…
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Helena Pauses Growth of Key Businesses | Birmingham News
Helena’s city leaders are proposing an 180-day pause on new or expanded gas stations, mechanic shops, car dealerships, and data centers—plus a 500-foot buffer…
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Round Forest Drive Safety Crisis | Birmingham News
Neighbors near the Mountain Brook and Irondale border are demanding action after Round Forest Drive became a dangerous shortcut, sparking crime and safety…
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Mountain Brook Construction Hours Under Fire | Birmingham News
Mountain Brook is poised to crack down on noisy construction with a new ordinance limiting heavy machinery to 8 AM–5 PM, Monday through Saturday, while lighter…
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Storm Hits Irondale Hard | Birmingham News
Sunday’s storm hit Birmingham hard, especially Irondale, with fierce winds and torrential rain toppling trees, shredding fences, and damaging homes. Power…
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Alabama Families Struggle Amid Rising Costs | Birmingham News
Alabama families are facing crushing costs as inflation soars, driven by Trump-era policies and Republican legislation — from skyrocketing groceries and gas to…
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Church School Pushes City Limits | Birmingham News
Hoover City Council faces a pivotal vote on whether to de-annex seven acres of land currently zoned for a church and school planning to expand their Christian…
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Hoover Eyes First HomeSense Store | Birmingham News
Hoover’s city council is poised to vote on a bold redevelopment plan that could bring Alabama’s first HomeSense store to Riverchase Crossings East —…
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BCS Back to School Momentum | Birmingham News
Birmingham City Schools kicked off the new school year with a bang at their Back to School Institute, celebrating educators and unveiling new tools for…
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Jacob Thiem Claims U.S. BMX World Cup Win | Birmingham News
Jacob Thiem shocks the scene with his first-ever UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup win right here in Birmingham — the only U.S. stop this year — as weather cancels…
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Birmingham Fire Mystery Unfolds | Birmingham News
Birmingham firefighters raced to a fierce apartment blaze on Temple Crest Drive just after 4 PM, battling intense flames before finally gaining control—though…
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Birmingham Apartment Fire Update | Birmingham News
Birmingham Apartment Fire Update | Birmingham News
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Truck Overturn Closes I-65 North | Birmingham News
A major traffic nightmare hit Cullman County, Alabama, as a commercial truck overturned on I-65 northbound near mile marker 294—shutting down all lanes west of…
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Housewives Celebrate 20 Years Tonight | Birmingham News
Get ready to party like it’s 2004—The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th drops tonight at 8 PM CT on Bravo, celebrating two decades of drama…
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Fluor Cuts 66 Jobs in Alabama | Birmingham News
Fluor Enterprises is cutting 66 jobs in Alabama, starting July 31, amid major layoffs in its IT department — all tied to the $2.5 billion Novelis recycling…
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Alabama’s Secret Taco Gem | Birmingham News
Tuscaloosa’s Antojitos Izcalli just snagged the title of Alabama’s best hole-in-the-wall taco spot, hailed by The Takeout as one of fifty “little restaurants…
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Suburban Wives Hide Secret Side Hustles | Birmingham News
Six suburban couples in St. Louis are secretly producing adult content while juggling marriage, kids, and everyday life—putting everything on the line. New TLC…
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Trillions in Coal Under U.S. Lands | Birmingham News
A new government report reveals staggering coal reserves—over 356 billion tons under federal land in the lower 48, plus 4.2 billion tons ready for mining…
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Officers Chase 1500-Pound Bull | Birmingham News
Deputies and officers from Pickens County and Carrollton had a wild Friday afternoon chasing a 1,500-pound bull that bolted near Pickens Academy—yes, really…
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Fire at Tuscaloosa Recycling Plant | Birmingham News
Firefighters raced to a blaze at Liberty Recycling in Tuscaloosa just after 12:20 PM, dousing the flames by 12:50 PM—though the cause and injuries remain…
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Officer Arrested for Stalking Ex via Police Databases | Birmingham News
An Albertville police officer, Jeremy Hannah, got arrested for using official law enforcement databases to track his ex-wife and her family—purely for personal…