Alabama Weather Tonight: Severe Storms With Tornado Threat Move Through Birmingham Between 11 PM...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Birmingham, AL – Residents across central Alabama may only have a few hours to prepare before a line of severe storms arrives tonight, bringing the risk of tornadoes, damaging winds up to 70 mph, and large...
National Nutrition Month: Jefferson County health official shares tips on food, protein, and hydration
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Jefferson County Department of Health is celebrating National Nutrition Month with the theme “Discover the Power of Nutrition,” highlighting steps residents can take to build strength, increase energy, and support their immune systems. WIC Nutrition Services Coordinator Micah Madsen said...
The Shops of Grand River to host free Easter event for families
The Shops of Grand River will be hosting an Easter-themed "Hop. Stop. Shop." community event for families that will offer activities, entertainment and prizes on March 28.
Challenger Learning Center Launches Regional STEM Competition for America’s 250th Anniversary
Rainbow City, AL – In recognition of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, the Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama has announced a regional academic challenge for middle school students. The competition invites students to identify and defend what they...
Birmingham, AL: Widespread Freeze Expected Tuesday and Wednesday Morning
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Birmingham, Alabama – Freezing temperatures are expected across Central Alabama early next week, potentially affecting plants, pets and outdoor conditions Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. According to the...
Iran-linked cyberattack targets company with a Homewood office causing global disruptions
On Wednesday, March 11, Stryker, a U.S.-based medical technology company with an office in Homewood, experienced an Iran-linked cybersecurity attack causing global disruptions. An Iranian hacking group called Handala claimed responsibility for the cyberattack in retaliation for a military strike on an Iranian...
City Council Gets First Look at Proposal on Clearing Encampments
The Birmingham City Council is considering adopting a policy setting rules for clearing out homeless encampments on public property. A version of a proposed ordinance presented to councilors last week would allow the city to give 48 hours written notice to people living on public spaces such as parks and rights of...
Comeback Town: Your parents abandoned Birmingham. Will you?
Comeback Town is an opinion column exploring all things Birmingham. It is coordinated by David Sher. Today’s guest columnist is Tony Tamburello. Birmingham has changed dramatically in my lifetime. Downtown revitalization, mixed-use development, and reinvestment have turned stagnant areas into hubs of activity. Much...
Tree Limb Injures Man, Responders Ready For Storms
A tree limb injury in Moundville has highlighted the dangers of today’s severe weather. The winds aren’t just strong; they’re potentially life-threatening.
Legendary Tuscaloosa ‘Irish Gold’ sauce arrives at Birmingham’s Pizitz Food Hall
A fan-favorite flavor from Tuscaloosa has officially made its way to downtown Birmingham. B’Ham Chicken at the Pizitz Food Hall is now exclusively serving the legendary Irish Gold sauce from Innisfree Irish Pub, bringing one of Alabama’s most recognizable bar sauces to a new audience. For years, the...
