Birmingham AL

On Sunday, May 24, music enthusiasts arrived at Birmingham’s Woodrow Hall to pay homage to one of the nation’s most prolific hip-hop producers, James Dewitt Yancey, better known as J Dilla. Known for his unique and innovative ear, J Dilla produced many chart-topping hits before his passing in 2006 — working with artist

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A Shelby County woman is one of two people facing charges after federal law enforcement say she admitted to exchanging online messages involving plans to commit a violent attack at a school. According to an affidavit, one suspect is from Wilsonville, Alabama and the other is...

On Thursday, May 28, Birmingham-based leadership advancement organization Momentum unveiled its brand-new headquarters in downtown Birmingham. Located in the Nextec Building, Momentum’s new headquarters will allow the organization to expand its programming, initiatives and community engagement opportunities. About Mome

BRIGHTON, Ala. (WBRC) - City leaders in Brighton are working to determine what is behind several unexplained fires in the community. Mayor Joseph Edwards Sr. said the fires are under investigation. “It’s actually a little mind boggling what’s going on,” Edwards said. “We are looking into those and the investigations...

Coffee and books in one spot? Birmingham bibliophiles, your new favorite hangout is almost here. NOIR, a new luxury café, celebrates its grand opening on Wednesday, June 10. The best part: it’s located inside the Hoover Public Library. Here’s a look at what to expect when you visit....

A new community-rooted food retail incubator is coming to Birmingham. Batter & Bloom aims to help early-stage food entrepreneurs and hospitality talent, grow, test and sustain brick-and-mortar businesses while expanding fresh food access in local neighborhoods. The initiative is designed as a place-based economic devel

SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Calera Police are sounding the alarm about a growing trend, and say two events may already be planned for this weekend. Calera Police Chief David Hyche says his department received a tip about two “teen takeover” events planned for this weekend; one in Shelby County, and another whose locat

A new diner is coming to Birmingham’s Five Points South neighborhood this summer! Located between Ocean and Dobber’s Five Points Pub, the upcoming Karma’s Kitchen will offer late night fare, early morning bites and everything in-between. We spoke with owner Dan Williams to learn more about his...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Three people were injured during a shooting incident in Birmingham Thursday evening, according to the Birmingham Police Department. Authorities are investigating after they were called to the 3200 block of Aspen Avenue SW. No other details are currently known, but we’ll update this story with

CENTER POINT, Ala. (WIAT) — A juvenile suspect has been identified in connection to a fire that occurred at the Lovelady Thrift Store on Wednesday. The fire impacted two trailers filled with donated inventory. According to Center Point Fire Chief Brandon Dahlen, the fire was determined to have been intentionally set by