Birmingham airport remains stable amid ongoing government shutdown
As the number of air traffic controllers calling out of work continues to rise due to the ongoing partial government shutdown, ABC 33/40 is working to learn how this will impact operations at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Kim Hunt with the Birmingham Airport Authority tells ABC 33/40, "This is...
Jefferson County Commission approves incentives, senior transportation agreement
The Jefferson County Commission met Thursday, Oct. 23, in Judge Reginald J. Hambright Hobdy’s courtroom in Bessemer, approving a series of economic, transportation, and community funding measures.
Hidden Antique Shops In Alabama Locals Keep To Themselves
Alabama’s back roads and small towns are full of treasure troves that fly under the radar. Off route antique shops invite curious travelers and local insiders alike to explore heritage, craftsmanship, and stories hidden behind unassuming facades. These shops reflect community pride, decades of careful sourcing, and...
Birmingham City Schools swears in new board members at Huffman High ceremony
Birmingham City Schools officially swore in its new and returning board members during a ceremony at Huffman High School on Sunday, Oct. 26. This year, three board of education positions were contested. Neonta Williams emerged victorious in District 2, securing about 53% of the vote against Terri Michal, who garnered...
Local leaders respond to government shutdown impacts in Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The federal government shutdown has stretched to day 26, with no agreement reached in Washington to restore funding. Federal agencies have scaled back operations, leaving thousands of workers nationwide without pay. Essential employees continue to work, but many are doing so without knowing...
Alabama’s Most Legendary Biscuits Aren’t Found In Birmingham
I’ll never forget the first time I bit into a biscuit so buttery it practically melted on my tongue—and no, it wasn’t in Birmingham. It was at Alabama Biscuit Company in Cahaba Heights, just outside Birmingham, where locals swear the flakiest, most flavorful biscuits in the state are born fresh every morning.
The Best Breakfast Spots In The South That Aren’t Waffle House, According To Chefs
It's no secret that Southern chefs love Waffle House whether it's the break of dawn or midnight—and they've got expert advice for the ultimate order advice to prove it. But when it comes to the ultimate breakfast, there's something to be said for a local joint in the community. The breakfast hours might be more...
Birmingham Police: Woman shoots man while being assaulted
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - One person was detained after a shooting in Birmingham Sunday. According to Birmingham Police, a man was shot at 5:45 p.m. Sunday in the 7500 block of 3rd Avenue South. Authorities say a female, who was detained, shot the victim while she was being assaulted by...
Lawson State Community College Foundation hosting fundraiser with Yo’ Mama’s Restaurant
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Lawson State Community College Foundation is partnering with a Birmingham restaurant to host a fundraiser at the end of the month. The fundraiser will take place at Yo’ Mama’s Restaurant on Oct. 29, and it will last from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 15% of proceeds raised during the event […]
First Alert Weather Day: Potential for flooding
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A First Alert Weather Day continues for today due to the potential for isolated instances of flooding. Much of central Alabama has very dry, hard-packed soil, and with over an inch of rain possible in some locations, runoff could lead to brief flooding in low-lying or poor-drainage spots.
