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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!Huntsville Police Crack Down on DUI | Birmingham News
Huntsville police are cracking down hard this Fourth of July with a new DUI task force, setting up strategic checkpoints to catch impaired drivers and keep…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Kelce-Swift Wedding Wisdom from Finebaum | Birmingham News
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are reportedly tying the knot this Friday in NYC, sparking a whirlwind of speculation—and advice. ESPN’s Paul Finebaum, a 35-year…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!TSA Surprising Outdoor Gear Rules | Birmingham News
TSA’s wild plane rules let you pack antlers, bocce balls, and camp stoves—yes, really—so long as you follow the details: bug spray must be skin-safe, stoves…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Seaside Enforces Curfew for Unsupervised Kids | Birmingham News
Seaside, Florida, has slapped an early curfew on unaccompanied minors after unruly kids—water guns, firecrackers, and all—ruined the vibe for families and…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Where to Spot UFOs by the Numbers | Birmingham News
Want to catch a UFO? New data reveals the top U.S. states and cities for sightings—with Vermont and Sarasota leading the list—and the best time to look…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jazz McKenzie Brings Soul to Huntsville | Birmingham News
Jazz McKenzie, the soulful “Voice” finalist who stunned coaches with her Tina Turner cover, is bringing her powerhouse vocals to Huntsville’s Fourth of July…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Finger Roll Returns Home to Mobile | Birmingham News
Finger Roll, Dennis Nelson, is making a triumphant return to his musical roots in Mobile for a fiery July 4th show at The Brickyard, trading smooth jazz for a…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Costco Closes July 4th | Birmingham News
Costco’s July 4th holiday hours are a game-changer this year—open Friday, July 3rd, but CLOSED entirely on Saturday, July 4th. Unlike Walmart and Target, who…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jason Newsted Revisits Roots with Chophouse Band | Birmingham News
Jason Newsted, ex-Metallica bassist and now frontman of The Chophouse Band, is tearing up the stage with a rootsy, stripped-down take on Bob Seger’s “Turn the…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama Celebrates 250 with Sweet Home Festival | Birmingham News
Alabama’s celebrating its 250th birthday with “Sweet Home 250,” a two-day festival July 3-4 at American Village in Montevallo — a full-on celebration of music…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Adams and Jefferson: Rivals Rekindled | Birmingham News
On the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died within hours of each other—two titans of American founding…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Julianna’s Life-Saving Surgery Approved | Birmingham News
A teen battling aggressive bone cancer gets a lifesaving reprieve after Medicaid reverses its denial—allowing her to travel to Texas for critical surgery. Her…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Six Renewed Shows to Binge Now | Birmingham News
Six binge-worthy series just got renewed for more seasons—no cancellation dread here. From the Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch to the emotional Every Year…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama Athletics NCAA Level Three Violations | Birmingham News
Alabama athletics dropped their NCAA report revealing six Level Three violations across four sports — minor slip-ups like off-window recruit contact, early…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Traditionalists vs Vatican in Schism | Birmingham News
A secretive traditionalist Catholic group, the Society of St. Pius the Tenth, has sparked a major schism by consecrating four new bishops without Vatican…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Keith Mitchell Remembered by Saints | Birmingham News
Keith Mitchell, the fierce linebacker who dominated for the New Orleans Saints and earned All-American honors at Texas A&M, has passed away at 51. A Pro Bowler…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fourth of July Travel Surge Hits Birmingham | Birmingham News
This Fourth of July, record numbers of Americans are hitting the road and skies—with over 72 million traveling at least 50 miles, including nearly 6 million…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!AI Data Center Trial Stalled | Birmingham News
A legal showdown in Birmingham over an AI data center is hitting a major snag: the judge presiding over the case stepped down after discovering a decades-old…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Man Armed With Flamethrowers Near Churches | Birmingham News
A 44-year-old man in North Carolina was arrested after cops pulled him over outside a church—only to find him packing flamethrowers, crossbows, 500+ rounds of…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Stolen SWAT Rifle Linked to Triple Homicide | Birmingham News
A stolen Jackson Police SWAT rifle—taken eight weeks ago in a string of vehicle burglaries—was recovered during a traffic stop and may have been used in a…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Birmingham Raids Shut Down Illegal Business | Birmingham News
Birmingham police shut down a dangerous illegal operation disguised as “The Man Cave” and “The Money Club,” uncovering weapons and drugs during a coordinated…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Breeze Airways Lands in Birmingham | Birmingham News
Breeze Airways just landed in Birmingham with nonstop flights to Fort Lauderdale and Raleigh-Durham, twice a week—perfect for budget travelers tired of…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Shark Bite at Jones Beach | Birmingham News
A swimmer at Jones Beach got a terrifying surprise just before the Fourth of July weekend — a shark bite on his left foot, leaving bone exposed, while 100,000…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Birmingham Police Shut Down Illegal Spot | Birmingham News
Birmingham Police Shut Down Illegal Spot | Birmingham News
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bear Spray Incident at Alabama Walmart | Birmingham News
A man in Eufaula, Alabama, sprayed bear spray inside a Walmart, sending a chemical cloud through the store and endangering multiple customers. Arrested the day…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Snake Causes City Power Outage | Birmingham News
A five-and-a-half-foot snake strolled through a Decatur power substation, bridging energized equipment and triggering a major blackout for over a third of the…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Birmingham’s Biggest Fireworks Return | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s biggest Fourth of July fireworks show, “Thunder on the Mountain,” is back this July 4th, lighting up Vulcan Park at 9:02 PM with a 20-minute…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Isolated Severe Storms Possible in Northern Alabama | Birmingham News
Friday brings isolated severe storms to northern Alabama, with wind gusts up to 60 mph and heavy downpours possible—hail is a risk but not the main concern…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama Coaches Shine Nationally | Birmingham News
Five Alabama high school coaches just earned national acclaim, landing on MaxPreps’ High School Coaching 100 list for their legendary work. Shane Alexander’s…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hadley Kelly Shines as Top Female Athlete | Birmingham News
Hadley Kelly, Mobile Christian’s unstoppable force, just claimed the AL.com Coastal Alabama Female Athlete of the Year award—after rewriting records, leading…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Amazon Drops Chefman Slush-Ease MAX Price | Birmingham News
Amazon’s slashed the price on the Chefman Iceman Slush-Ease MAX frozen drink maker — now just $283.47 from $350. This sleek machine makes café-style slushies…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Car Found Submerged in Lake Heather | Birmingham News
A car was found submerged in Lake Heather early Friday morning, sparking an ongoing investigation by Hoover police and firefighters—no one was inside, but…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ask Before Using Gym Machines | Birmingham News
Ever been stuck waiting at the gym because someone’s scrolling on their phone while using a machine? The etiquette answer? Don’t assume—they might be taking a…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama’s Chill Summer Hideaway | Birmingham News
Southern Living just named Guntersville, Alabama, an underrated summer gem — the perfect chill escape on the state’s biggest lake. With a cute downtown, sandy…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama Upholds Vape Sales Ban | Birmingham News
Alabama’s Supreme Court has sided with the state, upholding a sweeping new vape law that bans unapproved and foreign-made vaping products, rejecting claims it…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!MOVA P10 Pro Ultra Review | Birmingham News
Ditch the mop and ditch the hassle—introducing the MOVA P10 Pro Ultra, the robot vacuum and mop combo that’s basically a cleaning superhero on wheels. With…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Gulf Shores High Unveils $131M Campus | Birmingham News
Gulf Shores High School is unveiling a $131 million, 287,000-square-foot campus designed to house 1,000 students — complete with a culinary kitchen, robotics…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!9 New Birmingham Homes Just Listed | Birmingham News
New homes hitting the Birmingham market this weekend: nine fresh listings from $155,900 to $585,000, ranging from city condos to sprawling acreage, with…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Texas Tops SEC Predictions Again | Birmingham News
Texas is back on top in the SEC preseason predictions, dominating with seven of nine first-place votes and a six-point edge over Georgia in the points system…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sweet Home 250 Festival Celebrates Alabama Music & History | Birmingham News
Celebrate America’s 250th with Sweet Home 250 in Montevallo—two days of music, history, and fireworks featuring Taylor Hicks, the Blind Boys of Alabama, and 18…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Breeze Airways Lands in Birmingham | Birmingham News
Breeze Airways just landed in Birmingham with new nonstop flights to Fort Lauderdale and Raleigh-Durham, launching July 3rd twice weekly—Mondays and Fridays…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama Heat, Pacific Typhoon, and Northeast Records | Birmingham News
Alabama’s holiday weekend promises sweltering heat and scattered thunderstorms, with a marginal risk of severe weather in North Alabama bringing gusty winds…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!America's Next 250 Years Are Ours to Write | Birmingham News
Two and a half centuries after the Declaration of Independence, America’s founders boldly declared that rights come from God—not government—and pledged…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Millbrook Extends Ban on New Vape and Liquor Shops | Birmingham News
Millbrook’s city council has extended a 12-month moratorium on new gas stations, convenience stores, vape shops, and liquor retailers—first imposed in May…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!New Law Toughens School Threat Penalties | Birmingham News
A new state law, effective July 1, slams down the hammer on threats against schools—with first-degree threats now carrying up to 20 years and $30K fines, and…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Start With What You Have Astro | Birmingham News
July 3, 2026, is all about diving in with what you’ve got—no waiting for perfection. Taurus, declutter your space and your connections; Cancer, ride the wave…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Birmingham Jail Conditions Spark Outcry | Birmingham News
Former inmates from Birmingham City Jail are sounding the alarm over horrific conditions—rats crawling on faces, moldy showers, and being treated like less…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Vibrio Alert: Beach & Seafood Safety | Birmingham News
Health officials are sounding the alarm as Vibrio vulnificus, a deadly flesh-eating bacteria, spreads from New York to Florida—with Mississippi reporting a…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bear Spray Chaos at Eufala Walmart | Birmingham News
Bear Spray Chaos at Eufala Walmart | Birmingham News
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Third Arrest in June Mass Shooting | Birmingham News
Another arrest has been made in the June mass shooting: 20-year-old Roderick Ivy now faces capital murder charges for allegedly killing multiple people and…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Nebius AI Project Stalls in Legal Twist | Birmingham News
A major AI data center project in Birmingham, Alabama, is on hold after a legal showdown — but not for the reason you might think. Nebius, the company behind…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!From Notebook Dreams to Film Festival Glory | Birmingham News
Je’Don Holloway-Talley’s big break came when her film “Funny Feelings” premiered at the American Black Film Festival, earning her four nominations — including…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!From Capitol Clash to Southern Revival | Birmingham News
Deanna Reed, a political consultant with Black Voters Matter, was forcibly removed from the Alabama State Capitol during a protest against voting…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Third Arrest in Birmingham Shooting | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s Sandusky neighborhood reeled after a deadly June 4 shooting that killed two and wounded five during a neighborhood gathering—now police have…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!USA Shutout Sparks Soccer Surge | Birmingham News
Team USA’s shutout win over Bosnia is sparking a soccer revolution right here in Alabama, turning casual fans into believers and coaches into evangelists —…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Two Arrested in Smith Lake Park Shooting | Birmingham News
Two suspects arrested in a deadly shooting at Smith Lake Park: Michael David Hughes and Kimbley Michelle Cobb face charges of attempted murder and shooting…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mac Jones Stays With 49ers Despite Trade Rumors | Birmingham News
Mac Jones is staying with the 49ers despite trade rumors, embracing his role as the team’s QB of the future. After stepping in for Brock Purdy last season and…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Herridge Faces Daily Fine for Source Protection | Birmingham News
Catherine Herridge, former Fox News reporter, still faces an $800-a-day fine after refusing to reveal her confidential source in a high-stakes lawsuit — a…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Boating Safety This Fourth of July | Birmingham News
With the Fourth of July weekend heating up, Alabama’s Marine Patrol is on high alert to keep boaters safe—especially as Operation Dry Water ramps up nationwide…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sunk Casino Boat Becomes Artificial Reef | Birmingham News
They sank the massive 300-foot Argosy casino boat—once idle since Hurricane Sally—down south of Orange Beach, not as scrap, but as a new artificial reef. This…