Tailgaters at Magic City Classic: ‘It’s about vibes, the energy, the history’
There was plenty of eating, dancing, and fellowship outside Legion Field for the annual battle between Alabama A&M and Alabama State.
Beloved Birmingham bookstore is getting bigger in 2026
Thank You Books, the independent bookstore in Birmingham’s Crestwood neighborhood, announced it is expanding in 2026. The beloved bookstore is moving into the space next door that was home to The Total Joint Physical Therapy. In other good news, The Total Joint is not closing, but relocating a few...
Traffic stop leads to arrest of fugitive from Birmingham with nationwide warrants
A Birmingham man with active nationwide warrants for narcotics and firearms charges has been arrested in Morgan County. According to the Priceville Police Department, in the early morning hours of Sunday, Oct. 26, officers discovered a Dodge pickup truck committing several traffic violations on Highway 67. Officers...
‘Real Progress’: Birmingham Schools Chief Gets Passing Grade from Board
The Birmingham school board on Thursday gave Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan a favorable review in an evaluation that was heavily weighted to measure outcomes for students and the system overall. School board member Mary Boehm, chair of the superintendent’s evaluation committee, said Sullivan met expectations when...
Stephen A. Smith Brings ESPN’s ‘First Take’ to Birmingham for the Magic City Classic
ESPN’s First Take made a special stop in Birmingham this week as star commentator Stephen A. Smith brought his show to the Magic City Classic, marking his first time attending the storied HBCU rivalry game. “I’ve been hearing about the Magic City Classic for a long time,” Smith said....
Judge Grants Bond to Bonfire Murder Suspect
The man suspected of opening fire at a bonfire party in Jefferson County, killing a high school cheerleader, was granted bond during a court appearance Friday. Steven Whitehead, 27, is charged with shooting and killing 18-year old Kimber Mills and injuring three others near Pinson last weekend. During an Aniah's Law...
New Pizitz Food Hall chicken finger stall from The Standard’s owners opens for business
Cluck-le up, Birmingham: We have yet another fried chicken joint to indulge in. The new restaurant, B’Ham Chicken, occupies a stall in The Pizitz Food Hall and opened on Friday, Oct. 24 for lunch. B’Ham Chicken is owned by husband-wife-duo Young and Kookie Shin, who also own The Standard...
Cheerleader killed in bonfire mass shooting; 3 others wounded
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. — A beloved high school cheerleader was among four people shot at a bonfire near Birmingham, Ala. Kimber Mills, 18, died from her injuries. Three others were wounded. Officials say there was a large gathering at a wooded location known locally as “The Pit” when shots...
21 new + coming soon homes in Birmingham you’ll love—Oct. 24-26
Are you looking for a new home in Birmingham? We’ve got 21 fresh, new and coming soon listings for you to check out this weekend – you’re sure to find the perfect home for you. Enjoy!. For more info, contact Isabelle Lawson at 205-937-9796 or email [email protected].
Alabama Highway Patrol says they are ready for the traffic headed to Magic City...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - “These days they are relatively expensive — no one wants to get one. And the thing to make sure that people understand when it comes to being stopped or getting a ticket, it really just goes back to trying to change that driver’s behavior," stated Captain Jeremy Burkett with Alabama Law...

















