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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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Two Meteor Showers Peak Tonight | Birmingham News
Catch two dazzling meteor showers peaking tonight—the Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids—with up to 25 shooting stars an hour under ideal skies…
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Sister’s Gift Saves Brother’s Life | Birmingham News
After a grueling bone marrow transplant, nine-year-old Isaiah Brooks is finally home — thanks to his brave eight-year-old sister Isabella, his perfect match…
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Technical Degrees to Bachelor’s Made Easy | Birmingham News
Gadsden State and Jacksonville State just launched Alabama’s first-ever seamless pathway for tech degree holders to earn a bachelor’s—no wasted credits, no…
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Pell City Football Appeal Heads to District 6 | Birmingham News
Pell City High School’s football program is in a tense standoff with the AHSAA as their appeal of harsh sanctions moves to the next level — no decision from…
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VA Disability Payment Delay This August | Birmingham News
Veterans brace for a rare August payment gap this year—thanks to a calendar quirk, your July VA benefit lands on July 31st instead of August 1st, skipping…
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Smeg Mixer on Sale for $399 | Birmingham News
Smeg’s iconic 50s-style stand mixer is on sale for just $399 — a whopping $200 off its usual $599 price — and it’s not just pretty, it’s powerful with a…
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Jones Calls CHOOSE Act Unfair | Birmingham News
Former Senator Doug Jones is sounding the alarm on the CHOOSE Act, calling it a dangerous drain on public education that funnels state funds into private…
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UFL Leaves Birmingham for Growth | Birmingham News
The UFL is pulling its Stallions out of Birmingham after millions in taxpayer money, citing a “wrong sized venue” that couldn’t capture the game’s energy —…
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JSU Basketball Star Arrested on Rape Charge | Birmingham News
A Jacksonville State University basketball star, 21-year-old Daniel Tobiloba Adegboyega from Nigeria, was arrested on charges of first-degree rape by forcible…
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Southern Company Surges in Q2 Earnings | Birmingham News
Southern Company’s Q2 2026 earnings soared to $1.2 billion—up from $900 million the same quarter last year—driven by smart investments, rising customer usage…
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Lumber Crisis and Foreign Takeover | Birmingham News
The U.S. lumber industry is in freefall, slashed by 67% since 2000, as China and Vietnam exploit loopholes to undercut American producers—buying raw logs…
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Birmingham Stallions Fold After Dominant Run | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s beloved Stallions, the most dominant team in professional spring football, are officially folding — a shocking end to their three-title run…
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Aspen + Ash Collective for Stylists | Birmingham News
Discover Aspen + Ash Collective, a sleek, high-end co-working hub for hair stylists and beauty pros in Vestavia Hills—where independent artists can thrive with…
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Lost Seniors Found Thanks to Tech | Birmingham News
Two senior citizens from West Blocton went missing, sparking a frantic search that turned on a dime thanks to Flock Safety cameras, a viral Facebook alert, and…
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Rare Home Improvement Cast Reunion | Birmingham News
A rare throwback photo of Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Patricia Richardson, and Taran Noah Smith reignited nostalgia for “Home Improvement,” sparking wild online…
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Michael Kors Tote on Sale for $99 | Birmingham News
Michael Kors Jet Set Tote on fire—drop from $358 to just $99. Bestseller with gold hardware, adjustable straps, and smart pockets. Over 570 reviews raving…
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Chili's Brings Back Classic Vibes | Birmingham News
Chili’s is reviving its iconic roots with a nationwide restaurant redesign—red booths, tile tables, neon, and retro murals straight from its Dallas debut. This…
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Missing Amber Cottrell in Warrior | Birmingham News
A 44-year-old woman from Jefferson County, Amber Dawn Cottrell, went missing July 25th near the Euiel Motte area in Warrior — and authorities are urgently…
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Freedom Haulers Vet Initiative | Birmingham News
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy’s new “Freedom Haulers” initiative aims to replace undocumented truck drivers with veterans, offering six-figure pay…
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Taysom Hill's Unstoppable Rise | Birmingham News
Taysom Hill is rewriting the playbook—on the field and off—with relentless energy, surprising pivots, and a grin that turns chaos into charm. Listen in…
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Alabama Night Hunt Crackdown | Birmingham News
Alabama law enforcement just pulled off a high-stakes night hunt bust — a multi-agency team chased down a suspect fleeing with illegal firearms, recovered…
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Missing Amber Dawn Cottrell: Call for Help | Birmingham News
A 44-year-old woman, Amber Dawn Cottrell, has been missing since July 25th and authorities are urgently asking the public for help. Last seen walking in…
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Playoff Bans Still Stand for Two Teams | Birmingham News
Two high school football programs, Pell City and Mary G. Montgomery, are still barred from playoffs after being slapped with sanctions by the AHSAA — including…
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Lockheed Martin Just | Birmingham News
Lockheed Martin just dropped a bombshell that’s shaking up the defense industry—and you need to know what’s really going on behind the headlines. Listen in…
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Birmingham Stallions May Relocate | Birmingham News
Birmingham Stallions could be relocating as the UFL pivots toward smaller stadiums—Protective Stadium’s 47K capacity may no longer fit the league’s new vision…
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Biker Shorts Ban Sparks Parent Debate | Birmingham News
A St. Clair County school district sparked online debate by sending a last-minute dress code reminder targeting third to fifth graders, banning biker and…
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Tragic Worker Fatality in Chilton County | Birmingham News
A tragic workplace accident in Chilton County claimed a life when a Bridge Builders of Alabama employee was fatally struck by heavy machinery. The Sheriff’s…
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Weather Alert for Saturday | Birmingham News
Saturday’s weather is shaping up to be an “Impact Day” — not a full-blown alert, but still packed with potential headaches. Expect scattered rain and…
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Prichard Police Under Fire | Birmingham News
Prichard’s corruption scandal just got a whole lot hotter—Captain Michael Knight’s arrest sends shockwaves through the department, accused of stealing nearly…
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Alabama Invests in Local Airports | Birmingham News
Alabama’s pouring over $3.1 million into 11 local airports through its Airport Improvement Funding Program, boosting infrastructure for pilots, businesses, and…
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All 16 Double-A Private Teams In | Birmingham News
Alabama’s high school football playoff landscape just got a major shakeup as the AHSAA now lets all 16 Class Double-A private schools compete for a…
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Comedian Leanne Morgan’s Farm Market Frenzy | Birmingham News
Comedian Leanne Morgan turned a sweet Southern farmers market run into a hilarious shopping spree—buying enough strawberry jelly and pickled okra to last…
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Nordstrom Rack Expands with 26 New Stores | Birmingham News
Nordstrom Rack is hitting the ground running with 26 brand-new stores across the U.S., offering up to 70% off designer fashion, shoes, and home goods—think…
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New Abbot Leads 130-Year-Old Abbey | Birmingham News
After 130 years, the St. Bernard Abbey welcomes a new abbot—Brother Brendan Seipel, elected on July 29th, ushering in a fresh chapter for the historic…
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Ahman Green Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis | Birmingham News
Ahman Green, Green Bay’s all-time leading rusher, has revealed his Parkinson’s diagnosis — made private for months to protect his family — as he battles…
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Birmingham’s Top Butcher Shop | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s got a new culinary crown jewel: The Son of a Butcher, run by the actual sons of a legendary butcher, just snagged top honors in Tasting Table’s…
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Alabama Severe Weather Alert | Birmingham News
Alabama’s weather is turning hot and stormy — brace for severe storms with wind gusts up to 60 mph in the south Thursday, plus heat index soaring to 110+…
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RECLAIMED Runway Turns Thrifted into Trendsetting | Birmingham News
Step into the spotlight where thrift meets haute couture at RECLAIMED: Renaissance Runway, Alabama Goodwill Industries’ dazzling fashion show returning August…
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Deputy Shot During Alabama Warrant Raid | Birmingham News
A tense early morning raid in Cullman County, Alabama, turned deadly when a deputy was shot during a warrant execution. The suspect, who had a firearm, was…
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Shots Fired During Search Warrant | Birmingham News
Tense standoff erupts in Bremen as deputies serving a warrant confront an armed suspect—shots fired, but officers unharmed. The suspect received immediate…
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Birmingham Zoo Petting Zoo Rescheduled | Birmingham News
Birmingham Zoo Petting Zoo Rescheduled | Birmingham News
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Blackstone Griddle Drops to $297 | Birmingham News
Walmart just slashed the price on the Blackstone 36-inch griddle—now just $297, down from $344, with free shipping. This powerhouse griddle packs four…
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Walmart Recalls Risky Kids’ Products | Birmingham News
Walmart’s pulling some serious safety hazards — toddler stools, car seats, and dressers are all recalled due to tipping, shifting headrests, and trapping…
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Alabama Talent Shines on AGT | Birmingham News
Alabama’s got talent lighting up America’s Got Talent this season — Pynk Beard, a country powerhouse from Birmingham, wowed judges with his original song and…
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Birmingham Chief Honored for Crime Drop | Birmingham News
Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett just earned major recognition—winning the prestigious William H. Hastie Award for outstanding leadership in criminal…
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Alabama’s Humidity Break Finally Here | Birmingham News
Alabama’s oppressive humidity is finally breaking, bringing much-needed relief as drier air moves in. While temps still hit the low 90s, the lower humidity…
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Barons & Shipt Back-to-School Bash | Birmingham News
Get ready for a family-friendly back-to-school showdown this Sunday at Regions Field—Birmingham Barons and Shipt are teaming up for a massive bash kicking off…
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Armadillos and Leprosy in Florida | Birmingham News
Florida’s leprosy cases are surging—thanks to armadillos. Seventeen cases this year alone, on pace to match last year’s 36. The bacteria, carried by these…
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Auburn's Clutch Struggles and Hope | Birmingham News
Auburn’s football struggles in close, fourth-quarter games are glaring—just 4 wins in 19 since 2021, with nearly half their losses coming when they were within…
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Cannonballs Found at Airport | Birmingham News
TSA agents at Gulf Shores Airport made a wild discovery: five cannonballs from Fort Morgan tucked in a passenger’s luggage, wrapped in paper towels. The…
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FBI Sting Failed, Cover-Up Alleged | Birmingham News
New documents reveal a shocking FBI sting failure involving Joran van der Sloot, the man tied to Natalee Holloway’s disappearance — a botched operation…
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States vs CFTC on Sports Betting | Birmingham News
Alabama’s Attorney General and 43 other state AGs are challenging the CFTC’s authority over sports prediction markets, demanding that these platforms fall…
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Transgender Health Research in the Southeast | Birmingham News
Dr. Olivia Van Gerwen at UAB is leading groundbreaking NIH-funded research on transgender health, uncovering critical gaps in vaginal and sexual health for…
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Alabama Sheriffs Back Flock Safety Tech | Birmingham News
Alabama sheriffs are backing Flock Safety cameras, calling them essential tools for catching criminals, locating missing kids, and solving crimes—despite…
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Sanctions Push to End Ukraine War | Birmingham News
Senator Katie Britt and Senator Lindsey Graham are advancing a bold new bill to cripple Russia’s war machine by cutting off its oil and gas revenue, forcing…
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Contract Worker Arrested at Alabama Prison | Birmingham News
A contract food worker at Alabama’s St. Clair Correctional Facility, Kamitrice Latonya Woody, 42, was arrested on charges of custodial sexual misconduct after…
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Stopping Fraud to Save Taxpayer Money | Birmingham News
A nationwide fraud crisis is costing billions in taxpayer money, from childcare scams in Minnesota to fake medical claims and bogus real estate loans. Vice…
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Heat, Sweat, and R&B in Birmingham | Birmingham News
Heat, Sweat, and R&B in Birmingham | Birmingham News
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FBI Sting Backfired in Peru Murder | Birmingham News
Veteran journalist and lawyer Greta Van Susteren exposes a catastrophic FBI sting gone wrong—how a 2010 operation meant to catch Joran van der Sloot in the…
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Scheduling Chaos in College Football | Birmingham News
Forget Congress—college football’s real problem is scheduling chaos. Power conferences are playing wildly different numbers of conference games and mismatched…