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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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Cownose Rays of the Gulf | Birmingham News
If you’re near the Gulf off Alabama this summer, keep an eye out for the chill cownose ray—these graceful, three-to-four-foot-wide swimmers glide through the…
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Inheriting America Through a Child's Eyes | Birmingham News
At Mount Vernon’s 250th anniversary celebration, a father brings his skeptical kids—Noah, 14, and Gabriela, 12—to experience America’s founding legacy…
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Alabama Summer Heat and Storms | Birmingham News
Alabama’s summer heat is here to stay — expect sticky, humid days with highs in the 80s to 90s, and afternoon thunderstorms popping up 30-35% of each day…
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Railroad Crossings Closed in Helena | Birmingham News
Helena drivers, brace for traffic chaos: the railroad crossing at Highway 261 near Old Town’s caboose shuts down July 6th for repairs, reopening by July…
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Gas Prices Drop But Still High in Birmingham | Birmingham News
Gas prices in Birmingham are dropping—regular now averages $3.40 a gallon, down 2.8 cents from last week—but it’s not all good news. Nationally, prices fell…
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Sundown Town Casts Controversial Roles | Birmingham News
A new film called “Sundown Town” is casting 28 non-union roles for a chilling story about Black college friends stranded in a hostile town where racist legends…
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Prison Staff Caught Smuggling Fentanyl | Birmingham News
Two prison workers at Elmore Correctional Facility were busted for smuggling fentanyl, meth, knives, and dozens of cell phones into the facility — leading to…
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Tuberville’s Coaching Edge and Accountability Push | Birmingham News
Senator Tommy Tuberville is poised to make a big impact in Alabama, according to State Rep. David Ledbetter, who co-chaired his campaign. Ledbetter highlights…
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Man Hit by Propeller on Lake Martin | Birmingham News
Man Hit by Propeller on Lake Martin | Birmingham News
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Congressman Pushes Patriotism Bill for Schools | Birmingham News
Congressman Dale Strong is championing a new bill to revive patriotism in schools, proposing daily pledges, classroom flags, and traditional rituals to…
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Tragic Head-On Crash in Van Buren County | Birmingham News
A deadly head-on crash on M-43 in Van Buren County claims one life and leaves three critically injured—highlighting the deadly risks of driving in torrential…
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Unbound: Celebrating Black Stories Through Books and Music | Birmingham News
Celebrate Black stories and resist book bans at Unbound: Freedom to Read, hosted by the Black Contractors Association of Alabama Chapter on July 10th at…
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Tyler Robinson's Death Penalty Hearing | Birmingham News
Tyler Robinson’s preliminary hearing for the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk kicks off Monday in Utah, with prosecutors seeking to prove enough…
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Faith Leaders Fight Gerrymandering | Birmingham News
Bishop Julius McAllister is sounding the alarm on Alabama’s redistricting efforts, calling them a direct threat to democracy and justice. After a Supreme Court…
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Jake Peavy Honors Mobile Legends | Birmingham News
Jake Peavy, the Hall of Fame-bound pitcher from Mobile, Alabama, reveals how he quietly honored two hometown legends—Hank Aaron and Willie McCovey—by wearing…
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Brush Fire Near Huffman Ballpark Contained | Birmingham News
Brush Fire Near Huffman Ballpark Contained | Birmingham News
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Birmingham Shooting Leaves One Dead | Birmingham News
A deadly shooting erupted in Birmingham, Alabama, on July 4th around 2 AM when police found Dennis Collins, 41, dead inside his home after shots were fired…
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Birmingham Capital Murder Arrest | Birmingham News
Birmingham police arrest 36-year-old Dontrell Bennett in connection with a July 4 capital murder shooting; he’s held without bond as investigators dig deeper…
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Greene County Ambulances Temporarily Shut Down | Birmingham News
Greene County’s ambulance service has shut down temporarily due to a crippling cash shortage, forcing crews to halt operations to avoid endangering patients…
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Firefighter Dolphus Hobbs Injured in Fireworks Accident | Birmingham News
Firefighter Dolphus Hobbs is recovering after a serious injury during the Woodland Volunteer Fire Department’s Fourth of July fireworks display — a blast that…
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Birmingham Apartment Fire Under Control | Birmingham News
Birmingham Apartment Fire Under Control | Birmingham News
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Giant Eagle Lawn Art for USA 250 | Birmingham News
In Trussville, Alabama, Ron Burkett turned his front lawn into a 52-foot-tall bald eagle sculpture to celebrate America’s 250th birthday — complete with “USA…
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Coney Island Family Shot During Fourth of July | Birmingham News
Eight people, including four kids, were struck by gunfire during a Fourth of July cookout in Coney Island — one 21-year-old woman is in critical condition, but…
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God Is Near to Broken Hearts | Birmingham News
When you’re crushed by your own sin and longing for God’s righteousness, that’s when He draws near—not because you’re perfect, but because you’re honest. God…
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Parents Hold the Key to Safer Streets | Birmingham News
A bold new billboard in Mobile shouts: “Your children are YOUR responsibility,” urging parents to step up and take charge—especially as summer heats up…
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Shooting Linked to Money Dispute | Birmingham News
At 4 AM on a Sunday, a fatal shooting rocked Bessemer: 46-year-old Mathew James Burdett was gunned down inside his car after a money dispute escalated into…
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Alabama’s International Student Decline | Birmingham News
Alabama’s foreign student enrollment hit a new low this year, dropping 544 from last year’s 7,700 to 7,175 — a trend mirroring global declines. While undergrad…
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Marshall County Bridge Gets $16M Upgrade | Birmingham News
Marshall County’s aging Swayback Bridge is getting a $16.17 million federal upgrade—thanks to a BUILD Grant push by Congressman Robert Aderholt. This vital…
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Tragic Tubing Accident on Lake Martin | Birmingham News
A tragic accident unfolded on Lake Martin on July 4th when a tuber fell off a pontoon boat and was struck by its propeller, suffering severe injuries and being…
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Huntsville Airport Gets Major Upgrade | Birmingham News
Huntsville International Airport is set to receive nearly $1 million in federal funds for critical runway and taxiway upgrades, plus family-friendly…
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Shooting in Downtown Leaves One Dead | Birmingham News
A young man died in a targeted shooting early Sunday morning near Government and Bayou Streets, struck by gunfire while in a vehicle—no other passengers were…
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Propeller Strike on Lake Martin | Birmingham News
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Three Injured in Fortner Street Shooting | Birmingham News
At 4:20 AM on Fortner Street, a chaotic shootout left three men injured—one critically shot in the chest, another seriously wounded in the arm, and a third…
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Paul Pelosi Hit-and-Run Incident | Birmingham News
Paul Pelosi’s latest legal trouble: caught on camera hitting a parked car in Yountville, he fled the scene—no one hurt, no booze involved, but misdemeanor…
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Prison Contraband Bust Rocks Alabama | Birmingham News
Two former Alabama prison staff, Niana Longmire and Carmelo Hopkins, face felony charges after exposing a massive contraband smuggling ring at Elmore…
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Bessemer Shooting Leaves One Dead | Birmingham News
A 46-year-old man, Mathew Burdett, was fatally shot early Sunday in Bessemer, Alabama, sparking a deadly confrontation tied to a money dispute. Police…
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Lake Martin Fireworks Barge Fire | Birmingham News
A fireworks barge caught fire on Lake Martin just before midnight on July 4th, sparking a dramatic rescue and reigniting safety concerns after last year’s…
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Birmingham Lights Up for 250th | Birmingham News
Birmingham turned into a dazzling sea of red, white, and blue for America’s 250th birthday, with six major landmarks lighting up in patriotic splendor — from…
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Two UA Students Lost in Tragic Camp Fire | Birmingham News
Two University of Alabama students, Mark Mostellar and Walter Hensley, tragically lost their lives in a fire at a hunting camp — both beloved athletes…
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Apartment Fire Displaces Six Families | Birmingham News
A fiery night at The Park at Sunderland Apartments in Birmingham left eight units in ruins and six families displaced—thankfully with no injuries. Firefighters…
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Holiday Water Accident on Lake Martin | Birmingham News
A 25-year-old from North Carolina suffered a horrific accident tubing behind a pontoon boat on Lake Martin on the Fourth of July, getting struck by the…
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Tragic Crash in Tuscaloosa County | Birmingham News
A Jacksonville man, Jonathan Goodner, 47, died in a fatal single-vehicle crash in Tuscaloosa County on July 4th around 1:30 PM. His 2023 Ford Edge veered off…
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Alabama Rent Soars Past Inflation | Birmingham News
Alabama’s rent crisis is heating up — prices are soaring faster than inflation, pushing the state from 43rd to 38th in national rankings. Coastal Orange Beach…
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Pivot Before You Leap | Birmingham News
After 20 years at the same job and hitting midlife, a man with financial security is wrestling with the fear of change — not money, but doubt and the noise…
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Bite Mark Justice: A 30-Year Case Revisited | Birmingham News
After nearly 30 years behind bars, a Louisiana man’s conviction was overturned — a landmark ruling that calls out bite mark evidence as scientifically…
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From Track to Gold: Vonetta Flowers | Birmingham News
Twenty-five years ago, Vonetta Flowers shattered history as the first African American to win a Winter Olympic gold medal—stealing the spotlight in the…
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Reframing Motherhood as Sacred | Birmingham News
We’ve been telling young women that success means putting careers before motherhood, framing kids as interruptions and worth as tied to professional titles…
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Alabama’s Conservative Wave Rising | Birmingham News
Alabama’s political tide is turning decisively conservative, according to 1819 News CEO Bryan Dawson, who sees a populist wave sweeping the state with wins by…
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Brooklyn Bridge Fireworks Incident | Birmingham News
Fireworks over the Brooklyn Bridge turned dramatic when flames erupted from launch platforms during America’s 250th anniversary celebration — but no one was…
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Jackson Hospital Saves Itself | Birmingham News
Jackson Hospital narrowly avoided closure after a tense standoff with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama over payment disputes — but a last-minute verbal…
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Leeds Honors Medal of Honor Heroes | Birmingham News
Leeds just dropped a jaw-dropping new mural celebrating three Medal of Honor heroes from the town—each a living legend who risked everything for their country…
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Alabama QBs Dominate NFL Passing List | Birmingham News
Philip Rivers still reigns supreme with 63,984 career passing yards, a staggering lead that underscores his Alabama legacy and NFL dominance—even as his 2025…
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Grieving a Mother Lost to Illness | Birmingham News
A daughter, now in recovery from her own mental health struggles, is finally ready to grieve her mother—lost to suicide thirteen years ago—despite years of…
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Alabama Lands Veteran Edge Rusher | Birmingham News
Alabama’s defense just pulled in a towering, seasoned edge rusher—Desmond Umeozulu, a 6-foot-6, 253-pound linebacker with SEC experience from South Carolina. A…
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Bourbon Street Power Outage on July 4 | Birmingham News
Bourbon Street in New Orleans turned chaotic on the Fourth of July when an underground transformer exploded at 10:36 PM, igniting a fire and sending smoke…
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Grades Don't Guarantee Happiness | Birmingham News
A South Korean high schooler asks Dear Abby if grinding through school guarantees future happiness—and gets a sobering answer: no guarantees. Abby acknowledges…
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Fairytale or Foundation | Birmingham News
Caught between a romantic European dreamer and a grounded American steady, she’s torn between living a fairytale and building a solid future—both stir her…
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Birmingham’s Fireworks Tradition | Birmingham News
Thousands packed the hills around Vulcan Park for the epic Fourth of July fireworks show “Thunder on the Mountain,” a 20-minute spectacle of 2,500 bursts timed…
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Three Kids Struck in Alabaster Crash | Birmingham News
Three Kids Struck in Alabaster Crash | Birmingham News
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Pride of Prattville Turns Cancellation into Spotlight | Birmingham News
When the Pride of Prattville marching band from Alabama got the rare honor to perform at the World Cup in Philly, they turned a canceled Independence Day…