Historic Pizitz remains cornerstone of Birmingham’s downtown
When David Silverstein talks about The Pizitz, the pride in his voice is unmistakable. It’s there in the way he recalls the building’s long and winding narrative arc–from retail anchor, to vacant shell, to a living, breathing center of downtown Birmingham once again. That pride, evident in every detail of Bayer...
Near Me Smoothies & Ice Cream opens in Knox Square development
A new dessert and smoothie shop has opened in Hoover. Near Me Smoothies & Ice Cream is now serving customers in the Knox Square development across from Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. The shop offers a menu centered on made-to-order smoothies and ice cream crafted in front of customers using real fruit and other...
11 things you may not know about this iconic Alabama meat and three
This is an updated version of an article from 2017. Thanks to its many decades in business, its active role in the community and amazingly delicious food, Irondale Cafe in Birmingham tops the list for many when it comes to southern restaurants that have earned their place among Alabama’s best.
Remains of man missing since 1988 found inside a coal bin; death ruled homicide
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) — An Alabama cold case has been solved after DNA testing identified human remains as a man who has been missing for 38 years. The Jefferson County Coroner says the remains were identified as 21-year-old Bryant Keith Bates. Officials say Bates was last seen alive...
Two people shot, one dead on Valentine’s Day
The Birmingham Police Department responded to reports of two people shot yesterday, Feb. 14, at 10:04 p.m. Officials arrived at 3100 12th Avenue North to find one person dead and the other in need of medical attention for life threatening injuries. The investigation is ongoing and more information will be...
2 shot, 1 killed in Birmingham Saturday night
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - An investigation is underway after a shooting in Birmingham Saturday night. According to Birmingham Police, two people were shot in the 3100 block of 12th Avenue North at 8:04 p.m. Authorities say the two victims were taken to a hospital by private vehicle where one victim...
Crier, new app celebrating live music scene in Birmingham, quickly finding an audience
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A lot of Joshua Thomas’ friends ask him how his night went. At his job at Saturn, Thomas gets to see a lot of shows from bands passing through Birmingham. As a result, he would tell them about whoever he had seen play the night before. The common response would lead […]
Three on a String returns to Homewood Theatre for two nights of music and...
Three on a String is heading back to Homewood Theatre for two nights of music and laughs on Feb. 20 and 21, with both shows beginning at 6:30 p.m. The long-running Alabama-based bluegrass and folk group, founded in 1971, is known for blending tight musicianship with lighthearted comedy. Now featuring Bobby Horton,...
BBB shares tips for hiring a contractor ahead of spring home projects
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - As many homeowners start planning spring renovations, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is sharing advice on how to find a contractor you can trust. During an appearance on Good Day Alabama Saturday, Carl Bates from the BBB said doing your homework before hiring someone can help you avoid...
Unclassified Death Investigation Underway on Willow Lane in Birmingham
An unclassified death investigation is underway after a man was found shot early Saturday morning in East Birmingham. According to police, officers with the East Precinct were dispatched at approximately 12:02 a.m. to the 600 block of Willow Lane on a report of a male lying in the roadway. When officers arrived, they...
