Love’s Travel Stop Under Construction, Expected to Drive New Growth Along I-22
Dora, Ala -A new Love’s Travel Stop is now under construction at Exit 78 in Walker County, a development local leaders say could spark significant economic growth along I-22 . The Walker County Commission, in partnership with Drummond Coal Company, confirmed that Love’s is building a full-service travel center...
Superintendent of Shelby County Schools announces retirement
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - The superintendent of Shelby County Schools announced Friday, Dec. 4, that he will not seek reelection and will retire at the end of his current term. Dr. Lewis Brooks recently told school board members and his staff of his decision. Dr. Brooks first became superintendent...
Birmingham Police arrest man on attempted murder charge
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham Police have arrested a man on two charges, including attempted murder. Police say the Crime Reduction Team arrested 32-year-old Arthur Lewis. Lewis is accused of attempted murder and shooting into an occupied vehicle. According to police, the incident occurred on Tuesday, Dec. 2...
New Costco in Irondale slated to open Spring 2028
The new Costco in Irondale is expected to open in Spring of 2028, according to the city’s Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. The date was released by the mayor in a WBRC Fox 6 interview and confirmed by Bham Now earlier this week. Reasons for the extended timeline. One...
Midfield addresses questions over traffic camera money, unpaid tickets
MIDFIELD, Ala. (WBRC) - Midfield officials are explaining how the city’s red light and speed cameras operate, as well as answering questions about citations — such as where the money goes and what happens if drivers don’t pay. Midfield Mayor Terry Adams shared details about the city’s...
Birmingham police locate missing 26-year-old man
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — Birmingham Police have located a man who had not contacted his family since November 30. The missing person was identified as 26-year-old Cameron Stewart.
Upcoming Deep South Spirit Cheer Competition at BJCC on December 7: Ticket Information for...
The Deep South Spirit Birmingham 2025 cheerleading competition is scheduled for December 7, 2025. The event will take place at the BJCC North Exhibit Halls in Birmingham, Alabama. Online ticket sales have ended.
Seniors displaced by fire at Skyline Village given 30-day notice to find alternative housing...
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) — The senior citizens who were displaced by a fire three weeks ago at Skyline Village at Red Mountain in Homewood were notified this week that they have 30 days to move out as the building is uninhabitable. CBS 42 News spoke with a staff member off camera late Friday afternoon who […]
Researchers identify bacterial enzyme that can cause fatal heart conditions with pneumonia infections
Researchers Identify Bacterial Enzyme that can Cause Fatal Heart Conditions with Pneumonia Infections. The Enzyme Could Become a Target for Future Vaccines or Drug Therapies. BALTIMORE, Dec. 4, 2025: Pneumonia is a disease that burdens the healthcare system with more that 1.2 million emergency room visits each year...
Inside a Colorful Alabama Home Brimming with Character & Christmas Cheer
Cheerful hues and meaningful treasures greet you the moment you step foot into Kate Evans’s Birmingham, Alabama, home. “The biggest compliment I can receive is, ‘Your house makes me happy,’ and, for me personally, color makes me happy,” she says. With a background in advertising and print styling, Kate’s talent for...

















