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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 AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Excavator Hits Bridge on I-65 | Birmingham News
A flatbed truck carrying an excavator slammed into a Shelby County bridge on I-65, causing major damage and sending one person to the hospital with a head…
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Birmingham Airport Adds Phoenix Route | Birmingham News
Southwest Airlines is launching a new nonstop route from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth to Phoenix starting in November, opening up desert getaways without layovers…
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Dolly Parton’s Peaceful Farewell | Birmingham News
Dolly Parton’s passing at 80 has sent shockwaves through the music world — her family revealed the news via a video she personally planned years ago, with her…
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Helena Trash Rates Rise, City Seeks New Bid | Birmingham News
Helena’s garbage bill is jumping to $25.60 per month starting next month after City Council approved a one-year extension with Republic Services — a move…
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Southbound Food Festival Returns | Birmingham News
Birmingham, get ready to feast — the Southbound Food Festival is back for its fourth year, running from Sept 18–27, 2026, with over 100 chefs from across the…
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Euhomy Ice Maker on Sale | Birmingham News
Want crystal-clear, oversized ice cubes at home? Euhomy’s new countertop ice maker delivers 2-inch square cubes in two modes—Rapid (2 cubes every 27 mins) or…
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Two Projects Push Through Moratorium | Birmingham News
Helena’s City Council is fast-tracking two major projects — a Highway 58 gas station/convenience store combo and a Valvoline oil-change spot — despite a…
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Miss USA Dethronement Lawsuit Explodes | Birmingham News
Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Boltinhouse is suing Miss USA after being stripped of her title, claiming defamation over a false narrative that she’s a…
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Dolly Parton Passes at 80 | Birmingham News
Country music lost a true legend as Dolly Parton passed away at 80, her family sharing the heartbreaking news via a video message she’d prepared years ago. Her…
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Bessemer Voters Decide City’s Future | Birmingham News
Bessemer voters are making history today as they head to the polls for a pivotal election that could reshape the city’s future — with mayoral, City Council…
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From Walk-On to SEC Impact | Birmingham News
From walk-on to SEC standout, Cody Sigler’s journey is a blueprint for grit and greatness. Starting at Division II West Alabama while paying his own way, he’s…
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Heat, Storms, and Tropical Watch | Birmingham News
Storms roll in for the southern half today with possible severe weather—strong winds, heavy rain, lightning—while the north stays dry under near-90°F heat…
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Carver’s Home Opener Cancelled | Birmingham News
G.W. Carver High School’s home opener against Francis Marion is canceled — with Francis Marion reportedly requesting the move — after a brutal 62-0 loss to…
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Budgeting Basics for College Students | Birmingham News
College students are diving headfirst into financial independence—and it’s not as scary as it sounds. Start small: borrow only what you need for student loans…
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Birmingham Airport Revives Phoenix Flights | Birmingham News
Birmingham Airport is revving up for the holidays with nonstop flights to Phoenix starting in November, offering a smooth, four-hour escape from winter chill —…
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Birmingham Artwalk 2026 Guide | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s Artwalk returns for its 24th year with over 110 juried regional artists, live music, local eats, specialty bars, and a kid-friendly zone—all…
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The Woods Golf Project Heads to Council | Birmingham News
Get ready, West Homewood — “The Woods” is about to transform into a golf entertainment hub! With plans for an 8,798-square-foot building and outdoor space on…
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Posthumous Election in Gadsden | Birmingham News
In a haunting twist in Gadsden, Alabama, voters are set to choose between two candidates for District 5 — one living, one posthumous. Councilman Jason Wilson…
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Jefferson County Real Estate Snapshot | Birmingham News
Jefferson County saw 168 homes sell in just one week, with prices ranging from under $300K to a jaw-dropping $1.995M Mountain Brook mansion that sold 20% above…
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Samford’s Revised Dorm Plan Heads to Council | Birmingham News
Samford University is moving forward with a scaled-back dorm plan for its South Campus—two six-story student housing buildings with ground-floor coffee shops…
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UAB Names Standaert New VP for Research | Birmingham News
UAB just named David Standaert as its new Vice President for Research — a powerhouse neuroscientist with deep roots in Parkinson’s and neurodegenerative…
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Homewood Community Steps Up for Relocation | Birmingham News
Four hundred residents at Park at Buckingham in Homewood are being relocated due to serious safety issues—not because the city owns the property, but because…
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Billy Reid Charged with Capital Murder | Birmingham News
A 65-year-old man, Billy Wayne Reid, faces capital murder charges in the death of his partner, Sandra Moore, after a violent escalation rooted in a history of…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Birmingham News
Country music mourns a true icon as Dolly Parton passed away peacefully in Nashville at age 80, with her nephew confirming the news via social media. In lieu…
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Miles College Gets $1M Boost | Birmingham News
Miles College just landed a $1 million boost from the James and Judith K. Dimon Foundation — one of only four HBCUs in Alabama and twelve nationwide to receive…
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Bridge Collapse on I-65 Causes Major Delays | Birmingham News
A massive piece of equipment struck a bridge over I-65 in Shelby County, causing partial collapse and forcing the closure of both the bridge and southbound…
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Bridge Collapse on I-65 South | Birmingham News
A partial bridge collapse on I-65 South near Shelby County Airport sent debris crashing onto the highway, injuring three people — one critically — after an…
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Mary G. Montgomery Appeals Probation | Birmingham News
Mary G. Montgomery High School is reversing course and appealing its probation after initially accepting the punishment from the AHSAA. This bold move follows…
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Birmingham Officer Shoots Man With Gun | Birmingham News
A tense standoff erupted in Birmingham’s Ensley neighborhood when a man armed with a gun threatened residents, firing shots at a home before confronting an…
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Stonewall Drive Gate Debate | Birmingham News
Residents near Stonewall Drive in Irondale are pushing Mountain Brook to install a gate on Round Forest Drive, citing a July shooting and a desire to restore…
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Fourth Avenue Jazz Festival Recap | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s historic Fourth Avenue came alive this past Saturday with the 23rd annual Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival — a vibrant, free celebration of…
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Miles College Receives $1M Endowment Boost | Birmingham News
Miles College is set to receive a transformative $1 million endowment boost as part of a $12 million gift from the James and Judith K. Dimon Foundation…
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Phenix City’s Historic Comeback Win | Birmingham News
Phenix City stunned everyone with a historic 6-5 comeback against West Chester, erasing a 5-0 deficit and winning in the bottom of the seventh. Led by clutch…
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4-Year-Old Missing From School | Birmingham News
4-Year-Old Missing From School | Birmingham News
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Moon Vanishes in Deep Eclipse | Birmingham News
Get ready for a cosmic spectacle: a deep partial lunar eclipse where nearly 96% of the moon will vanish into Earth’s shadow, visible across the Americas…
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C.J. Uzomah Retires with Super Bowl Ring | Birmingham News
C.J. Uzomah, the Bengals’ beloved tight end who caught Joe Burrow’s first NFL touchdown, officially retired Monday — right where it all began. After 10 seasons…
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Birmingham Police Face Third Fatal Shooting | Birmingham News
Birmingham police are once again under fire after a fatal shooting in Ensley — the third deadly encounter with officers since June. Details remain thin, but…
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Nurse’s Husband Sues After Tragic Shooting | Birmingham News
A tragic hospital parking lot murder has turned into a high-stakes legal battle: Ada Doss’s husband sues the hospital, security firm, and killer Matthew…
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Trussville’s Gold Kist Site Up for Sale | Birmingham News
Trussville is poised to unlock a 49-acre former Gold Kist chicken plant site for new industrial growth, with city council set to vote on selling it to B4…
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Prichard Police Crisis Deepens | Birmingham News
Prichard’s police department is in freefall after corruption arrests—including the chief—left the city without its own force. The Mobile County Sheriff’s…
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Bryson Washington’s Baylor Edge | Birmingham News
Auburn’s got a secret weapon: running back Bryson Washington, a former Baylor transfer with inside intel on the Bears’ offense. With Baylor losing key players…
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Mikayla Exposes Her Father's Cult-Like Abuse | Birmingham News
Kevin Thornton, once a beloved ’90s R&B star, is now facing explosive allegations from his youngest daughter Mikayla, who claims she endured a terrifying…
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Bryson Washington’s Baylor Edge | Birmingham News
Auburn’s got a secret weapon: running back Bryson Washington, a former Baylor transfer with inside intel on the Bears’ offense. With Baylor losing key players…
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Guinea Landfill Collapse Kills 30 | Birmingham News
A deadly landslide at Guinea’s Dar Es Salam landfill buried homes and claimed 30 lives after heavy rains triggered the collapse—despite prior eviction notices…
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Braves Call Up Hicklen, Send Down Jarvis | Birmingham News
Braves call up hot-hitting Brewer Hicklen from UAB, sending down struggling Jim Jarvis ahead of a big three-game series against the Dodgers — Hicklen’s…
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Heavy Police Presence in Ensley | Birmingham News
Heavy police presence has erupted on Avenue I in Birmingham’s Ensley neighborhood, sparking local curiosity and concern. With cruisers flooding the area…
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Trussville’s Land Deal and Mixed-Use Future | Birmingham News
Trussville could be getting a major mixed-use development as city council eyes a $200K deal with Actus Development to sell two acres on Watterson Parkway —…
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Birmingham Ensley Police Incident | Birmingham News
Big police operation rocked Ensley in Birmingham yesterday—three to four blocks shut down with flashing lights and tape. Officials haven’t confirmed the cause…
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Judge Grants Taylor Fifth Amendment Protection | Birmingham News
A Tuscaloosa County judge denies Matthew Taylor’s request to halt the wrongful death lawsuit over the tragic killing of nurse Ada Doss, but grants him…
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Dog Saves Couple in Chelsea Acres Fire | Birmingham News
A Chelsea Acres couple escapes a devastating early-morning fire with their dog thanks to the animal’s alert, narrowly avoiding injury and saving some…
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Clay City Drops Rental Inspection Rules | Birmingham News
Clay, Alabama, is poised to scrap its rental property inspection program — a move echoing a 2022 state court ruling that deemed such local rules redundant and…
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Waffle House Shooting and School Transfer Fallout | Birmingham News
A Waffle House shooting Friday night left several young people injured — some critically — but no fatalities, after the incident spilled into a nearby funeral…
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Alabama’s First National Math Stars | Birmingham News
Alabama’s math whizzes are lighting up the nation—seven elementary students from across the state have earned National Math Stars honors for 2026, marking…
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Bayonet Earns National Food Recognition | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s culinary star just skyrocketed as Bayonet Raw Bar, the Gulf seafood hotspot on Second Avenue North, landed a coveted spot on Bon Appétit’s 2026…
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Mobile County’s Soccer Complex Upgrade | Birmingham News
Mobile County is finally making big moves on its long-planned soccer complex, approving a $20M+ design contract for a championship field that seats 2,000 — a…
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UWCA Steps In When Housing Fails | Birmingham News
When a veteran and his wife hit rock bottom—homeless and stranded with a broken-down car—United Way of Central Alabama didn’t just offer help, they rolled up…
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Birmingham’s Business Shifts This Week | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s business scene is buzzing with fresh openings and bittersweet closings—dig into a new sandbox café in Hoover, savor authentic Italian bites at…
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Birmingham Schools Get Major Court Upgrades | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s schools are getting a major athletic court upgrade—with $4 million earmarked to renovate 20 existing courts and build 14 brand-new ones across 34…
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Alabama’s Big Construction Boom | Birmingham News
Alabama’s construction scene is heating up with a dozen new permits worth over a million dollars each—five right in Birmingham. Union Hill Baptist Church in…
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Wright and Kiffin Transfer Drama | Birmingham News
Tre’Quan Wright, recently waived by the Browns and in the transfer portal, sparked buzz after allegedly being contacted by LSU’s Lane Kiffin — though Kiffin…