Birmingham AL

CLAY, Ala. (WBRC) - Jefferson County deputies say a pedestrian was intentionally hit by a vehicle at the Jack’s on Chalkville Road in Clay Dec. 29. Authorities say a preliminary investigation revealed the 25-year-old suspect was driving a black Jeep and the man may have been hit as a result of road rage.

LEEDS, Ala. (WBRC) - A California woman is awaiting extradition to Alabama to face a number of felony charges related to fraudulent credit/debit card use. On Dec. 15, a victim reported to Leeds PD that their credit/debit card had been fraudulently charged multiple times at various retailers in the state totaling up...

Influenza activity is surging, and Alabama is feeling the heat. Here’s what residents need to know about the current situation and how to stay healthy.

A suspect has been charged in the death of a Birmingham mother found in a burned garage. Justin Seals, 39, is charged with capital murder in the slaying of 32-year-old Mekayla Rembert. Seals was taken into custody Tuesday by the police department’s Crime Reduction Team. Authorities have not said...

A new smoothie and drink spot has officially opened in the Lee Branch area, giving locals another refreshing option along one of Shelby County’s busiest shopping centers. Read on for all the details. New SoCal Smoothie Company now open in Lee Branch. SoCal Smoothie Company announced the opening of...

Often after city elections, it can take a while to align on new faces and priorities, but not so in Irondale. On the heels of big business announcements—new Costco, anyone?—there’s a lot of excitement in store for Irondale residents, business owners and visitors in 2026. We got...

The Bessemer Police Department is investigating a crash that left a 77-year-old man dead Tuesday morning, according to the Jefferson County Coroner's Office.

The popular Homewood Piggly Wiggly on Montgomery Highway is temporarily closing on December 31st at 6:00PM. The much-anticipated redevelopment of the beloved “Pig” will bring about some major changes including the following:. Larger and updated store. Additional parking. Safer route for children using nearby tunnel....

Human skeletal remains were discovered inside an abandoned house at 1876 Alabama Ave. SW in Birmingham on December 30, 2025. The Jefferson County Coroner says the remains were found by an accessor surveying the property for a new owner. The Birmingham Police Department reported that the nature of the death...

A well-known Alabama landmark set for commercial and agricultural redevelopment will receive $11 million in assistance through a state grant to bolster the initiative. Developers of Hallmark Farm, a property renowned for its postcard-like barn set along a meadow off I-65 in Warrior, were awarded the major grant from...