Sidewalk Film hosting showings of ‘Ice Age’ for family matinee series
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham’s Sidewalk Film Center will host showings of the animated film “Ice Age” from Jan. 10-11. The movie will be featured as part of the theater’s “PJ Party” family matinee series. The showings will last from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. each day. Moviegoers are invited to enjoy breakfast...
O’Neal Library offers symphony ticket vouchers for January concerts
O’Neal Library will offer a limited number of vouchers for upcoming Alabama Symphony Orchestra performances of “Luminous Legends: Tchaikovsky & Brahms,” with registration opening Monday, Jan. 5, at 9 a.m. Each registrant will receive one voucher redeemable for two tickets to any of three concert performances at...
Central Alabama reactions to capture of Nicolás Maduro
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The impact of the United States’ operation to capture Nicolás Maduro is being felt thousands of miles away, right here in central Alabama. One Homewood resident, Carlos Izcaray, says this news hits close to home. Izcaray is the music director for the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. “I had a...
How to make the most of your money in 2026
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Financial experts say the new year is the perfect time to reset your money plans. Senior advisor Justin Davenport from the Walsh Group says there are a few steps you should follow to help you meet your goals. First, paying off high-interest debts, like credit cards...
Files from Yesteryear: Jan. 3, 1946
From the files of Jan. 3, 1946 HANCEVILLE HAPPENINGS By HAZEL CARSTENSEN Mrs. Geo. A. Green spent last week with her mother, Mrs. W. L. Shelton in Electric. Mrs. Earnest Grund and little daughter, Joyce were the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Grund in Birmingham last week. Olmer Compton was able to return to her home...
Homewood Chamber to host monthly luncheon and annual State of the City address
The Homewood Chamber of Commerce will host its January Monthly Membership Luncheon and annual State of the City Address on Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Valley Hotel Homewood. The annual luncheon is a key gathering for local leaders, business owners and engaged community members,...
Leeds detectives identify suspect in fraud case
A California woman accused of carrying out a widespread credit and debit card fraud scheme has been arrested following a multistate investigation led by the Leeds Police Department.
Police investigating homicide on 1st Avenue South in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department is on the scene of a homicide investigation Saturday evening. According to the BPD, the investigation is taking place in the 8000 block of 1st Avenue South. No further details are known at this time. This story will be updated as information becomes available.
Jefferson County jail employee gifted a new home by sheriff’s office retires after decade...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The start of this new year marks the start of a new chapter for Earcy Tucker. He’s retiring from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department after a decade of service, but he will still have a part of his old job with him at home, because it’s a home the sheriff’s office literally helped build...
Drainage improvement construction to impact drivers in Highland Park community
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - If you travel on Birmingham’s southside, you’ll want to prepare to possibly travel a different route for a few days. According to the city of Birmingham, starting on Monday, Jan. 5, a portion of 26th Street South at the intersection of 11th Avenue South will be closed.
