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AI Made Simple: Practical AI for Everyday Use at BPL; Lawson State Community College to Host Free Le
Two events on Tuesday will offer residents free worksops to help understand AI better. BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY By Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library Artificial intelligence is no longer just a topic for technology experts. AI is becoming an everyday tool that can help people work smarter, save time, explore ideas and accomplish routine […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, September 14, 2026 9:05:33 PM
Texas rises to No. 1 in AP poll, Bama cracks top 10The unprecedented comeback by Texas to knock off Ohio State moved the Longhorns to No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 college football poll Sunday and pushed the Buckeyes out of the top five for the first time in two seasons. Oregon, meanwhile, plummeted 15 spots to No. 21, its lowest ranking in four years, after its 39-31 road loss to [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, September 13, 2026 1:27:58 PM
Lions stay No. 1, Jags riseThis week's Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings are out.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 2:08:41 AM
8 Ways Alabama is StupidBy David Sher I love Alabama. I’ve spent my life trying to make Birmingham and Alabama better. But love doesn’t mean blind. And some of what our state does to itself isn’t conservative, isn’t cautious, isn’t Southern tradition. It’s just plain stupid. Here are 8 things Alabama won’t let us do — or won’t do … Continue reading 8 Ways Alabama is Stupid →...
Comeback Town at Monday, September 14, 2026 12:01:27 AM
More than a badge: Brock Hardy builds trust one student at a timeSgt. Brock Hardy is leading Hoovers school resource officers with a focus on trust, relationships and making law enforcement a familiar resource for students.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 4:08:30 AM
Auburn smokes Southern Miss 43-8 in home openerAuburn, Ala. (WIAT) — Auburn's first game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in 2026 started with a bang. Senior cornerback Andre Jordan Jr. intercepted a pass from Southern Miss quarterback Ethan Hampton, and Jordan Jr. returned it 29 yards for a touchdown. The Tigers took a 7-0 lead just 10 seconds into the game, their fastest scoring play [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, September 13, 2026 1:08:21 AM
Conquering Prostate Cancer: Men Work to Turn Fear into Action Against DiseasePart Three of Three By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times For many men, the word cancer carries an immediate weight. It can trigger fear before there is time to process the diagnosis, understand the options or ask the questions that could ultimately shape what comes next. That fear was part of the conversation during a […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, September 13, 2026 9:32:06 PM
Love & Lessons: Hot Girl Summer Is Over … And Cuffing Season Has ArrivedHot girl summer is over. Hot boy summer is done too. While Birmingham may still be serving us temperatures that feel more like July than September, fall is on the horizon. Eventually, those long, hot days will turn into cooler evenings, earlier sunsets, and the kind of weather that makes staying in sound a lot […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, September 14, 2026 1:32:13 PM
Local volleyball teams have solid weeksHere's a weekly update on Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park's volleyball teams.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 2:08:41 AM
7 injured in Tuscaloosa shootingA total of seven people, including juveniles, were injured in a shooting late Saturday night in Tuscaloosa.
CBS 42 at Sunday, September 13, 2026 10:43:53 AM
Chelsea mayor recommends 5-mill property tax to form Police DepartmentA public hearing on the proposed property tax is scheduled for Oct. 6.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 6:08:22 AM
Lions remain No. 1, Jags drop a spotThis week's Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings are out.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 9:03:56 AM
Alabama man traveling to Washington to advocate for cancer researchA Madison man with the American Cancer Society is traveling with more than 700 volunteers from across the U.S. to Washington, D.C.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, September 14, 2026 9:04:10 AM
ArtemisiaArtemisia, By Lauren Gunderson. Directed by Assistant Professor Kelley Schoger.? Artemisia Gentileschi was the most celebrated female painter of the 17th century, yet her name was all but lost for centuries. Attacked at just 17, publicly shamed and tortured to prove her truth, Gentileschis painterly prowess equaled the men of her time, and she fought […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, September 13, 2026 12:00:39 AM
Week 4 football: Eagles, Jags drop region gamesBriarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park football were in action Friday night.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 6:08:22 AM
Your iPhone may die faster this week: Here's whyAs annoying as it may be, it should be short-lived.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 8:48:03 AM
Hoover school board to hold 2 public hearings on 2027 budgetBoth hearings are scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 8 — one at 7:30 a.m. and the second at 4:30 p.m.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 12:08:42 AM
Auburn players react to 43-8 win over Southern MissAuburn players react to 43-8 win over Southern Miss...
CBS 42 at Sunday, September 13, 2026 2:04:16 PM
R&B Star Bobby V to Headline Free District 4 Safe Summer Series at East Lake ParkSpecial to The Times Birminghams East Lake Park will come alive Sunday, September 20, as R&B star Bobby headlines Birmingham City Councilor Brian Gunns District 4 Safe Summer Series, a free community celebration featuring live entertainment, a childrens carnival, food trucks, games, community partners and activities for the entire family. The festivities begin at 2 […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, September 14, 2026 10:02:36 PM
PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGSBy Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times SICKLE CELL AWARENESS AND CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH! THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!! **FINANCE TOWN HALL MEETING – Irondale Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. will share information about the citys projected revenues & expenditures for FY 2027 and a snapshot […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 12:02:37 AM
Homicide at north Birmingham apartment complex is citys third in less than a weekThe shooting happened in the 2000 block of 30th Avenue North, which is The Pointe North Apartments.
AL.com at Monday, September 14, 2026 1:04:21 PM
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Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 11:02:54 AM
Birmingham man dies after car strikes him in BessemerA Birmingham man died after a car struck him in Bessemer on Wednesday evening.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 10:00:22 AM
Remember, Reflect, Recommit: 16th Street Baptist Church Commemorates Anniversary of 1963 Bombing, OpBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Sixty-three years after the tragic bombing of 16th Street Baptist Church claimed the lives of four young girls — Addie Mae Collins, Denise McNair, Carole Robertson and Cynthia Wesley — the churchs leaders are honoring lives lost in the citys dark past while also forging a path […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:32:43 PM
Will Guidara Join us for a special fireside chat featuring acclaimed business leader, bestselling author, and hospitality visionary Will Guidara. This event offers a unique professional development opportunity for business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members to gain actionable insights that can transform teams, enhance service, and elevate performance. About Will Guidara Will Guidara is the […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:30:32 AM
The Next Round Alabama News Center College Football Update: Week 2Alabama started SEC play with a win in the Bluegrass State while Auburn claimed a victory in its first home game of the year and prepares to host Florida this week. The Next Round guys take a look at those games and more. The Next Round is hosted by Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown and Lance [...]...
Alabama Power at Monday, September 14, 2026 3:32:43 PM
Food distribution to be held at Birmingham's Legion FieldThe Community Food Bank of Central Alabama announced that it will give food at Legion Field to 450 households on Tuesday.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 11:01:41 AM
The Womens Issue: Understanding Homelessnessby Perryn Carroll As the Executive Director of the Jimmie Hale Mission, I regularly attend meetings filled with conversations about how to address the issues…
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B-Metro at Tuesday, September 1, 2026 12:11:10 AM
Twelfth NightTwelfth Night, By William Shakespeare. Directed by Assistant Professor and Head of Performance Santiago Sosa. Twins Viola and Sebastian are separated by a shipwreck and washed ashore in the land of Illyria. Protectively disguising herself as a boy in this unknown and dangerous territory, Viola gets caught in a love triangle between the infatuated Duke […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, September 13, 2026 12:00:39 AM
What fall? Record high temperatures in Alabama todayBirmingham tied the record that was last reached 100 years ago.
AL.com at Monday, September 14, 2026 5:32:36 PM
The Womens Issue: The Journey of LTryce SladeShe Is Building Communities the Right Way. Construction may build structures, but land use and planning shape communities—and that responsibility is what makes the work…
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B-Metro at Tuesday, September 1, 2026 12:11:10 AM
CabaretMusic by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, book by Joe Masteroff. Directed by Assistant Professor and Head of Performance Santiago Sosa. Music direction by Jonathan Parks. In this stylish, classic jazz musical, American writer Cliff Bradshaw falls in love with English cabaret performer Sally Bowles at the decadent Kit Kat Klub in 1930s Weimar, […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, September 13, 2026 12:00:40 AM
Alabama's largest high schools 2025Six of the state's 25 largest high schools are clustered around Huntsville and Birmingham, with Mobile County Schools claiming three spots on the list.
AL.com at Monday, September 14, 2026 10:07:58 AM
Week 4 Football Preview: Eagles playing in Game of the WeekBriarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park's football teams are back in action Friday.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 4:08:30 AM
Football Friday: Lions, Eagles on road; Eagles, Jags at homeHigh school football in the 280 corridor continues Friday night.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 6:08:22 AM
40-year-old man killed in Birmingham shooting; woman held in city jailDemetrius Lamont Rolley, 40, was pronounced dead at UAB Hospital at 11:40 a.m. Monday.
AL.com at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 9:33:33 AM
Want authentic flavors and spicy heat? Visit this beloved Chinese restaurant in AlabamaSichuan cuisine is a specialty at the eatery in metro Birmingham, founded in the early 1980s. Chinese-American dishes are on the menu, too.
AL.com at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 6:33:47 AM
The Womens Issue: STORIES FROM THE HEARTJoy. Sadness. Sung with a voice that carries a depth of feeling. Her first instrument was a ukulele, given to her by her mother, the…
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B-Metro at Tuesday, September 1, 2026 12:11:10 AM
Iconic Alabama actress celebrates 50th anniversary of classic TV show with former co-starsThe iconic actress from Birmingham reunited with former castmates on stage at the 2026 Emmy Awards.
AL.com at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 3:32:58 PM
Birminghams Virginia Samford Theatre Launches Centennial Season, Celebrating 100 Years of StorytellSpecial to The Times Virginia Samford Theatre is celebrating a remarkable milestone as it launches its 2026-2027 Centennial Season this month, marking 100 years of storytelling, artistic excellence and community impact in Birmingham. The historic season will feature a dynamic lineup of musicals, dramas and special events, beginning Sept. 17 with the world premiere of Growing Up […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, September 13, 2026 9:32:06 PM
Mountain Brook Woman Writes Beautiful Love Letter to BirminghamBy Judith Chi In 2024 our family visited Birmingham, never having set foot in Alabama before. It was love at first sight – lush trees, charming neighborhoods, spectacular food, and a culture of collective care. Truly a dream come true. Its now 2026 and nothing could have prepared us for our lived reality. For any … Continue reading Mountain Brook Woman Writes Beautiful Love Letter to Birmingham →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 10:01:37 AM
Recently sold homes along the 280 corridor: September 2026See some recent real estate sales along the 280 corridor.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 4:08:30 AM
280 corridor open houses September 12-13Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 6:08:22 AM
Trump says $5K dividend checks to Americans will 'happen 100 percent'Trump said he will not send the dividends out while the GOP has control of Congress.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 8:04:43 AM
Drier Sunday, More Heat Next WeekAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Weekend Outlook: Sunday will be drier, partly cloudy, hotter, and less humid with a low chance of a shower. Highs will climb back into the low and middle 90s. Next Week's Outlook: High pressure will build across the Southeast U.S. Monday through Thursday. It will be partly cloudy and hot [...]...
CBS 42 at Sunday, September 13, 2026 6:15:00 AM
THE WOMENS ISSUE: Community MattersAimee Castro and Bare Hands use art, traditions, even tacos to connect the community. A major milestone has been reached in Bare Hands, Inc.s capital campaign…
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B-Metro at Tuesday, September 1, 2026 12:11:10 AM
Second judge freezes Trump mail ballot plan as Supreme Court ruling loomsThe judge, a Trump appointee, found that Trumps mail ballot plan wasnt authorized by Congress.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 8:18:45 AM
Birmingham father, son killed by vehicle on I-65A Birmingham man and his son were struck and killed by a vehicle on I-65 late Sunday night.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, September 14, 2026 9:24:29 AM
Hoover zoning board approves plans for 8 new homes in InvernessThe zoning board delayed consideration of a request for a community center in Riverchase Office Park.
280 Living at Sunday, September 13, 2026 2:08:41 AM
Birmingham mental health clinic brings resources, aims to break stigmaCouncilwoman Crystal Smitherman partnered with mental health professionals to provide free services including youth-focused discussions and depression screenings for residents.
AL.com at Monday, September 14, 2026 9:04:15 AM
Atlanta dancer arrested two years after boyfriends bizarre Birmingham strangulation deathJulian Taylor Morris, an Atlanta-based entertainer and event host, was arrested in Miami in the 2024 strangulation death of Deundray Cottrell.
AL.com at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:33:41 PM
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Bham Now at Friday, September 11, 2026 12:03:27 AM
We Are Proud to Present…We Are Proud to Present a Presentation About the Herero of Namibia, Formerly Known as South West Africa, From the German Südwestafrika, Between 1884-1925 | By Jackie Sibblies Drury | Directed by Mona Eldashoury. With a Saturday understudy matinee. In this boundary-pushing play by acclaimed playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury, the haunted past of the Nama/Herero […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, September 13, 2026 12:00:41 AM
Birmingham City Schools Board Approves $544.97 Million Fiscal Year 2027 BudgetSpecial to The Times The Birmingham City Schools Board of Education today approved a $544.97 million Fiscal Year 2027 budget, an increase of $63.67 million over the FY2026 budget of $481.3 million. The budget prioritized student achievement, employee support, school safety, career readiness and investments in future-ready schools and facilities. “This budget represented an important […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 9:02:41 PM
Father and son hit and killed while walking on I-65 in BirminghamThe coroners office identified the victims as Cornelius Leray Dixon, 56, and Jamari Trevionne Dixon, 22.
AL.com at Monday, September 14, 2026 9:04:15 AM
SECs Greg Sankeys response to questions about LSU legal sagaSEC commissioner Greg Sankey spoke to the Monday Morning Quarterback Club in Birmingham.
AL.com at Monday, September 14, 2026 2:04:20 PM
Community Food Bank to Distribute Food to 450 Households Tuesday at Legion FieldBy ABC 33/40 The Community Food Bank of Central Alabama will distribute food to as many as 450 households Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Legion Field in Birmingham as part of an effort to raise awareness about hunger during Hunger Action Month. The drive-through distribution will begin at 9 a.m. at Lot J Gate at Legion […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, September 14, 2026 10:02:35 PM
Summer Heat Builds Back In This WeekAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Monday and Tuesday: Very hot and dry to kick off the week. An isolated shower can't be totally ruled out, but the vast majority of Central Alabama stays dry and hot to kick off the new week. Highs in the mid to upper 90s each afternoon. The humidity won't be [...]...
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 5:06:14 AM
City clamps down on Hoover food truck operatorsHoover has tightened its food-truck rules, ending routine roadside setups and creating a new zoning framework for permanent food-truck courts.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 8:04:05 AM
Woman convicted of killing, setting man on fire in 1994 dies at Birmingham inmate facilityGloria Jean Baldwin pleaded guilty in 1994 in Monroe County to capital murder during arson.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 11:04:42 AM
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