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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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Birmingham Hosts Massive R&B Tour | Birmingham News
Birmingham just rocked with the biggest touring show ever to hit the city: The R&B Tour, featuring Chris Brown and Usher, drew over 50,000 fans across two…
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Alabama's First Kava Bar Opens | Birmingham News
Alabama’s first kava bar, Noble Pursuits, is set to open this Saturday in Birmingham’s Lakeview district — bringing centuries-old Pacific Island tradition to…
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Earth Wind Fire Cancel Show Due to Medical Emergency | Birmingham News
Earth, Wind & Fire had to cancel their San Francisco show minutes before going on stage due to a cardiac emergency involving one of their band members — who…
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CHOOSE Act Changes Lives for Yearby Family | Birmingham News
When Governor Kay Ivey spotlighted the Yearby family, she wasn’t just telling a success story—she was showing how Alabama’s CHOOSE Act is transforming…
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Ray Jarvis Legacy Honored | Birmingham News
Ray Jarvis, the beloved former Detroit Lion and Norfolk State legend, passed away at 77, leaving behind a legacy of grit and greatness. A nine-year NFL journey…
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UAB Fall Fan Fest This Saturday | Birmingham News
UAB’s Fall Fan Fest is this Saturday, August 22nd, from 10 AM to noon at the Legacy Pavilion — a free, family-friendly kickoff to the season featuring…
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FBI Leads Multi-Agency Drug Bust in Etowah | Birmingham News
Feds, state, and local cops pull off massive joint raid in Etowah County—nabbing multiple suspects in a high-stakes crackdown on deadly narcotics trafficking…
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Pihakis Restaurant Empire Collapses | Birmingham News
Nick Pihakis, Birmingham’s legendary restaurateur with over 40 years in the food scene, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy after shuttering more than a dozen…
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Carbon Hill Bulldogs Kick Off Strong | Birmingham News
Carbon Hill Schools are roaring back with a fresh start—high school’s Bulldogs ready to tackle the year with grit, support, and safety, while K-8 students…
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Cool Dips Near Birmingham | Birmingham News
Beat the Alabama heat with these top-rated cool-down spots under two hours from Birmingham—rivers, waterfalls, and hidden gems perfect for families…
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DeBoer Drops Saban-Style Fire | Birmingham News
Kalen DeBoer’s fiery practice quote—“kick the other side’s ass all day”—has fans buzzing, echoing Nick Saban’s legendary curse-laced intensity. From telling…
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Alabama License Rules Stay the Same | Birmingham News
Alabama’s driver’s license rules for teens haven’t changed — despite rumors of new laws. House Bill 33, which would’ve lowered the age for certain licensing…
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Teen Shooter Kills 5 at Thai School | Birmingham News
A chilling school shooting in Bangkok leaves five dead and over twenty injured, including ten critically wounded, as a 14-year-old student allegedly killed his…
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August 12 Cosmic Convergence | Birmingham News
August 12th is a cosmic jackpot: witness a total solar eclipse over Greenland and Iceland, a peak Perseid meteor shower, and a stunning planetary lineup…
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Alabama Flag Football Rising Stars | Birmingham News
Alabama’s flag football scene is exploding ahead of the 2026 season, with over 130 public teams and four competitive divisions fueling a talent surge. Coaches…
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Flex X Cop Season 2 Drops Today | Birmingham News
Flex X Cop Season 2 Drops Today | Birmingham News
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Man Charged With Shooting County Cameras | Birmingham News
A local man, Colton Lynn Dorough, faces six serious criminal charges in Talladega County after allegedly shooting surveillance cameras with a gun — causing…
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Reporter’s Fitness Transformation | Birmingham News
A 48-year-old sports reporter, fed up with his mirror reflection and fueled by sugar, carbs, and late-night bar food, is on a serious fitness overhaul—tracking…
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Pelham Parks Power Youth Sports | Birmingham News
Pelham’s Parks and Recreation is turning heads with its powerhouse youth sports program—offering everything from basketball to cheerleading right in town…
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Alabama Dems at a Crossroads | Birmingham News
Alabama Democrats face a pivotal weekend as they elect a new chairman, with the outcome shaping their path to challenge Republican dominance. Current chair…
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Gentry Defends Panthers Amid Playoff Ban | Birmingham News
Former Pell City High coach Nick Gentry speaks out after his team was hit with a playoff ban and probation—despite leading them to back-to-back postseasons and…
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Frigidaire Mini Fridge Deal | Birmingham News
Score big on your next upgrade: Target’s selling the Frigidaire six-can mini fridge for just $24.99 — down from $30. This tiny, retro-chic cooler in black…
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Budget Motel Fire Leaves 26 Units Damaged | Birmingham News
Budget Motel Fire Leaves 26 Units Damaged | Birmingham News
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16 New Birmingham Homes Just Listed | Birmingham News
New real estate listings are flooding the Birmingham market—with 16 fresh homes hitting the scene across Hoover, Mountain Brook, Pelham, and Alabaster. From a…
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Big Rig Crashes on I-59 in Greene County | Birmingham News
A big rig veered off Interstate 59 in Greene County, Alabama, around 3:36 AM, slamming shut the southbound lane near mile marker 45 — and it’s staying closed…
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Sydney Towle’s Legacy of Courage and Light | Birmingham News
Sydney Towle, the radiant social media star who turned her cancer journey into a beacon of hope, has passed away at 26. Despite battling a rare cancer that…
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TikTok Fixed a Road Line | Birmingham News
A Raleigh, North Carolina resident turned viral TikTok star by calling out crooked yellow road lines—comparing them to drag queens’ fashion sense—and tagging…
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When Friends Ghost Then Appear | Birmingham News
An 86-year-old mom endured a terrifying medical crisis—brain bleeds, seizures, a month in the hospital—yet none of her friends visited. Now, one friend has…
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Pinson Pauses Data Centers for a Year | Birmingham News
Pinson, Alabama, has paused all new data center projects for a full year to reassess zoning rules and long-term impacts — joining cities like Birmingham and…
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August’s Sticky Weather Pattern | Birmingham News
August’s weather is stuck in a familiar loop: hot, humid days with scattered afternoon thunderstorms popping up between noon and 9 PM, giving you a 20-30%…
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Alabama Gets Free Speech Green Light | Birmingham News
The University of Alabama just earned a “green light” from FIRE, a free speech watchdog, after updating its policies to better protect student expression —…
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Tuberville Warns of Cultural Takeover | Birmingham News
Senator Tommy Tuberville is sounding the alarm on immigration, warning that individuals entering from “third-world countries” bring values hostile to American…
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Former Coach Sentenced for Student Abuse | Birmingham News
Paige Adams, former Cold Springs High basketball coach, has been sentenced to 84 months in prison — 12 to serve immediately — after pleading guilty to two…
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Independent Candidate Takes On Incumbent | Birmingham News
Independent Senate candidate Jesse Battles is going after incumbent Andrew Jones with fiery social media jabs, calling Jones obsessed with him and living…
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Republican Race Heats Up for August 11 | Birmingham News
Tensions flare at a Republican primary Q&A as candidates Hampton Harris, Christian Horn, Rhett Marques, David Matthews, Joshua McKee, and James Richardson…
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Surveillance vs Liberty Debate | Birmingham News
State Rep. Ernie Yarbrough warns that Flock cameras represent dangerous mass surveillance, eroding privacy in the name of security. Citing whistleblower Thomas…
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Farmland Future in Question | Birmingham News
Baldwin County’s Planning Commission has paused its master plan update after fierce backlash from landowners and community members over property rights, lack…
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Anesthesiologist on the Run for 20 Years | Birmingham News
A fugitive anesthesiologist who vanished for two decades after being convicted of sexual assault in 2003 has finally been caught—off the coast of New York and…
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Alabama’s Run Game Revival | Birmingham News
Alabama’s run game is reviving under new offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, who’s simplifying the playbook to focus on fundamentals and maximize the team’s…
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Auburn Tight Ends Ready for SEC | Birmingham News
Auburn’s QB Byrum Brown is thrilled with the new tight end corps, praising their health and readiness to step in seamlessly. After losing most scholarship…
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Beach House Etiquette & Birthday Rules | Birmingham News
A family’s beach house getaway turns chaotic when a teen guest shows up with no cash—and proceeds to eat everything, leaving parents footing the bill. Miss…
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WAFF and WAAY Merge as One 48 News | Birmingham News
Huntsville’s local news just got a major upgrade as WAFF 48 and WAAY 31 officially merge under the unified 48 News banner, bringing together top talent…
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Space Force Funds Three Satellites for Global Sky Tracking | Birmingham News
The Space Force just poured $615 million into three companies to build a next-gen satellite network designed to track missiles and enemy aircraft from…
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Alabama’s Prison Crisis Costs Billions | Birmingham News
Alabama’s prison system is drowning in legal costs—tens of millions spent defending unconstitutional conditions, overcrowding, and neglect—while courts find…
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Three Relationship Red Flags | Birmingham News
A woman stuck in a marriage where her husband blames her for all their problems, even after leaving home—she’s holding things together for their child…
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Back-to-School Health Checks Matter | Birmingham News
As summer fades, experts urge parents to prioritize back-to-school health checks—covering physical exams, dental care, vision screenings, and up-to-date…
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Forever Wild Acquires Key Birmingham Land | Birmingham News
Forever Wild just voted to acquire over 4,000 acres near Birmingham—critical for protecting drinking water and expanding outdoor access. Two key tracts in…
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Water System Hit But Service Uninterrupted | Birmingham News
A quiet cyberattack hit Childersburg’s water system—no panic, no outages. When hackers targeted the main control hub on July 27, staff swiftly shut it down and…
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Alabama’s Miss America Hopeful Shines | Birmingham News
Alabama’s Miss America Hopeful Shines | Birmingham News
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GBHS Reconsiders AI Factory Nearby | Birmingham News
The Greater Birmingham Humane Society is scrambling to save its new animal facility after a surprise AI factory project nearby sparked donor backlash and legal…
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Birmingham Schools Connect Before Class | Birmingham News
Birmingham City Schools is stepping up with a proactive, door-to-door outreach campaign targeting incoming ninth graders—partnering with Redemption Social…
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Saints Rookie Brock Rechsteiner Suspended | Birmingham News
Brock Rechsteiner, the New Orleans Saints’ rookie wide receiver and son of WWE Hall of Famers, is suspended for six games to start his NFL career — a brutal…
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Sam's Club Meal Simplifies Dinner | Birmingham News
Sam’s Club just dropped a game-changing dinner: Member’s Mark Marry Me Chicken with Stuffed Tortellini. Bake it, and boom—ready-to-eat, creamy, cheesy goodness…
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Pihakis Restaurant Group Files for Bankruptcy | Birmingham News
Nick Pihakis, founder of Pihakis Restaurant Group, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, revealing a staggering $44 million in debts versus just $10.6 million in…
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Jake's Soulfood Cafe Closing Soon | Birmingham News
Jake’s Soulfood Cafe is closing its doors forever on August 16, 2026, after a decade of serving over a million meals and becoming a beloved staple for families…
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Samford Revises South Campus Plan | Birmingham News
Samford University’s revamped South Campus plan has won unanimous approval from the Homewood Planning Commission — and now awaits final city council approval…
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Birmingham Cemetery in Crisis | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s George Washington Carver Memorial Gardens is in shambles—overgrown grass, crumbling roads, and neglected memorials leave families furious. Owner…
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Jahmyr Gibbs Signs Massive Deal | Birmingham News
Jahmyr Gibbs just signed a massive 3-year, $67.5M deal with Detroit — potentially worth $75.75M with incentives and over $51M guaranteed — making him the…
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Pihakis Restaurant Group Files for Bankruptcy | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s legendary restaurateur Nick Pihakis, 69, has filed for Chapter Seven bankruptcy after a devastating collapse of his restaurant empire — including…
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Iris Resurfaces Decades Later | Birmingham News
The Goo Goo Dolls’ “Iris” — not Nirvana, not Oasis — is Spotify’s most-streamed 90s song, a viral sensation reborn through TikTok memes, Lizzo and Taylor Swift…