New Coca-Cola Amphitheater Is Certified as Sensory Inclusive™ Through KultureCity
The Coca-Cola Amphitheater kicked into full swing this past summer with dozens of performances from world-renown artists, providing thousands of concert-goers with unforgettable experiences—but that was only the beginning of their plans. Now, the venue has partnered with KultureCity, a nonprofit dedicated to sensory...
I-Team digs into dam safety across Alabama
The potential failure of Alabama's dams could lead to catastrophic flooding, destroying homes and endangering lives. Despite the risks, there is no state law mandating inspections for all dams, leaving many unmonitored and vulnerable. Charles Miller, policy director for the Alabama Rivers Alliance, expressed concern...
Labor Day spotty storms, locally heavy downpours
Labor Day: Confidence has increased for some afternoon showers and storms with some of these producing locally heavy rain. Highs will climb into the middle 80s with partly to mostly cloudy skies building in through the day. This Week: Storm chances will be with us through midweek ahead of our next cold front that...
COUNTRY COOL: Myles Morgan rising in country music
BIRMINGHAM — The line outside Iron City stretched down the block before dark, spilling onto the sidewalk, boots tapping on the curb, girls in sundresses leaning against the wall waiting to get in. Security moved scaffolding to make room for the crowd they knew was coming. Inside, the floor filled early, hometown...
Costco set to enforce new rule starting September 1: Everything you need to know
It’s a new day Monday for Costco shoppers, as the company’s new executive members’ hours policy takes effect. Earlier this year, the big box retailer announced that executive members would receive special shopping hours during the week. Costco offers a Gold Star membership at $65 a year,...
Woman dead after shooting at Tarrant home
TARRANT, Ala. — A woman is dead after a shooting in Tarrant Sunday night. The Tarrant Police Department said the incident happened around 10:00 p.m. at a home in the 1400 block of Ford Avenue during a large gathering people at the residence. Police said the shooting is believed...
Hoover-based national organization calls for more SRO funding in private, charter schools
HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC) - A Hoover-based national organization is calling for more grants to help provide school resource officers (SRO) in all schools, including private and charter schools. This message follows a mass shooting at a private Catholic school in Minneapolis left two children dead and 17 others hurt, 14...
The Grand Lady of Vestavia
The first time Sara Wuska knocked on a door to campaign for mayor, she brought two things — her smile and her reputation as someone who got things done. Wuska spent decades making sure every task she took on made her city better — a city she called home since the 1950s.
Alabama Labor Day Weather: Mild Temps, Scattered Storms Continue Through Tuesday
Birmingham, Alabama – Labor Day weekend is shaping up to be milder than usual across Central Alabama, but scattered showers could disrupt outdoor plans, especially in northern counties through Tuesday. According to the National Weather Service in Birmingham, highs will remain in the low to mid-80s for most areas,...
A personal plea to save cancer funding: op-ed
Twelve years ago, I heard the words no one ever wants to hear: “you have cancer.” More specifically, stage 3 breast cancer. I had watched my mother go through her own cancer battle in the 1970s, when screenings and treatment options weren’t anything like they are today. She underwent surgery, which gave us some extra...
