Birmingham AL

Central Alabama Water has passed a budget for the year that will keep rates the same. That decision came during a board meeting this morning. Two big things came out of this Friday’s meeting — the 2026 budget and a resolution that gives new power to the utilities CEO.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is investigating after an 18-year-old male was injured in a shooting in Center Point on Friday.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — An 18-year-old is facing a murder charge following a fatal shooting on Lake Drive Circle Friday. Mikel Ramon Thomas Jr, of Birmingham, was arrested and charged in the death of 18-year-old Kameron Marquese Voltz. According to Birmingham police, Thomas was taken into custody shortly following...

MOUNTAIN BROOK, Ala. (WBRC) - All eastbound lanes on Highway 280 are closed this weekend as crews finish demolishing the old Pump House Road bridge. Eastbound lanes are closed all weekend. Westbound lanes are closing each night from 11 p.m. - 5 a.m. The closures are part of ALDOT’s Highway...

All lanes have reopened following a multi-vehicle crash that caused significant delays Sunday in Shelby County. The crash occurred at approximately 11:19 a.m. on March 22 along the southbound lanes of Interstate 65 near the 237 mile marker. Authorities initially reported that the southbound lanes were blocked and...

An embattled city clerk may return to work after council members refused to support her suspension by the mayor. The Tarrant City Council Thursday evening overruled the four-day suspension of City Clerk Laverne Knight that was given last week by Mayor Tracie Threadford. Details of Knight’s conflict with the mayor...

Starting Monday, March 23, drivers should expect significant traffic changes at the intersection of North Chalkville Road and Highway 11 as crews enter the final phase of the Loop Road Project. What to expect:. Highway 11 will remain open, but delays are likely when turning onto North Chalkville Road. On...

I’ve never had the barbecue at Demetri’s BBQ. Based on the peppery, smoky smell that hangs heavy in the air and lingers on my clothes after I leave, it’s probably delicious. But I’ve only ever gone to Demetri’s for breakfast. The Unexpected Breakfast Spot You...

The developer of a proposed grocery store had his two-part wish list approved by the Trussville City Council on Thursday during a regular meeting that had been moved from next Tuesday due to spring break.

Central Alabama Water announced Friday that it will no longer treat drinking water with fluoride, citing safety, financial and infrastructure concerns. “While we acknowledge there are strong opinions about fluoride in drinking water, this decision is based on our operational, safety and financial needs,” CAW CEO...