Police find guns, drugs at Alabama religious encampment
CBS 42 has learned more about a police raid on a religious group in Walker County.
15 new Birmingham developments we’re keeping an eye on in 2026
Birmingham is called The Magic City for a reason. In 2025 alone, 90+ businesses and developments were opened or completed. What’s next for 2026? Below is a list of 15 new developments we can’t wait to see. 1. West Rock Mountain Nature Preserve in Hueytown. The city of...
Soggy Rose Parade: See the Homewood Patriot Band (VIDEOS)
Homewood High School’s sixth appearance at the Tournament of Roses Parade will go down as one of the soggiest in the iconic event’s history. According to the Los Angeles Times it had not rained at the Rose Parade for two decades and the 2026 edition was only the 11th time rain had fallen since the parade began in 1890.
Birmingham Weather in 2025: A Year of Extremes, Low Rainfall, and Severe Storms
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — Weather in Birmingham during 2025 was marked by wide temperature swings, below-average rainfall, and significant severe weather, according to annual data from the National Weather Service. The average temperature for the year came in at 64.7 degrees, making 2025 the coolest year in...
Irondale man accused of stealing from Bass Pro Shops, running from police
LEEDS, Ala. (WBRC) - An Irondale man is facing multiple charges after an incident in Leeds just over a month ago. Kadareious Monteniz Gillis, 31, was already wanted on multiple felony arrest warrants before police say he stole from Bass Pro Shops on Nov. 29, 2025. Leeds Police were told...
10 Slow-Paced Towns In Alabama Where Retirees Can Live Comfortably On $1,800 A Month
Wondering where retirees can stretch their monthly budget in Alabama without sacrificing quality of life?. These 10 peaceful communities offer relaxed living and affordable prices for seniors on fixed incomes!. 1. Greenville. Greenville charms visitors with its beautiful town square and historic courthouse. The...
Man dies following house fire in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A man died less than two hours after being found in the remains of a house fire in Birmingham Tuesday afternoon. Carl Alphonas Knight, 71, was found by firefighters inside a home that was on fire in the 4600 block of Terrace Road in Birmingham. According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s […]
Not celebrating: East Birmingham residents fired up about neighbors shooting into the air
Residents of Birmingham’s eastern neighborhoods and other nearby areas are up in arms over the amount of celebratory gunfire they endured on New Year’s Eve. “The sheer idiocy of so many in particular over the hill from us in South East Lake tonight with all the gunfire is appalling!!” wrote long time Roebuck...
California Woman Faces Felony Charges In Leeds Credit Card Fraud Case
A California woman is awaiting extradition to Alabama to face multiple felony charges related to fraudulent credit/debit card use. On December 15, a victim reported to the Leeds Police Department that their credit/debit card had been fraudulently charged many times at various stores throughout the state, totaling...
Hoover City Councilor receives reimbursement for legal fees from heated case
HOOVER – A Hoover City Councilor recently received reimbursement for legal fees that he incurred during a heated case after seeking out those that were not normally provided by the city. During a regularly scheduled Hoover City Council meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, the council officially approved a resolution...

















