Birmingham man sentenced to 30 months in prison for illegally carrying a gun
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A Birmingham man has been sentenced to over two years in prison for illegally possessing a gun as a felon. Jerrell Demichael Dunson, 47, was sentenced to 30 months in prison after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. According to his plea agreement, on October 10, […]
Little Betty Sea Bar Aims To Make Big Splash At Lane Parke
An Atlanta restaurant group is doubling down on Mountain Brook, adding a seafood-centered sibling to Little Betty Steak Bar at Lane Parke. The new Little Betty Sea Bar will sit directly alongside and physically connect to the existing steakhouse, bringing a raw bar and sushi-driven program to the neighborhood, with...
Alabama Storm Line Wednesday Night Could Bring Strong Winds, Hail and Possible Spin-Up Tornado...
ALABAMA — Another round of thunderstorms is expected to develop across parts of the state Wednesday afternoon before intensifying into the evening and overnight hours. Meteorologists say the storm system could bring strong wind gusts, pockets of hail, and the possibility of brief tornadoes across portions of central...
‘Mostly All My Life Is Baking’: Longtime Employee Returns to Savage’s Bakery
HOMEWOOD, Ala. — For Ben Cook, the reopening of Savage’s Bakery is not just the return of a beloved neighborhood business — it is the return of his livelihood. “Mostly all my life is baking and I've never done anything else. you know baking is my thing,” said Cook.
Witnesses recall Ibraheem Yazeed allegedly asking for ‘a ride’ hours after Aniah Blanchard disappeared...
TUSKEGEE, Ala. (WRBL) — The trial against the man accused of kidnapping and murdering Aniah Blanchard in east Alabama back in 2019 continued Tuesday, which included testimony from two people who claimed to have seen him in a car that resembled the Homewood native’s vehicle hours after she disappeared. Tuesday marked...
Birmingham man arrested, charged with killing brother
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham police announced Monday the arrest of a 61-year-old man who allegedly shot and killed his brother. Fredrick Collier, of Birmingham, was charged with murder in connection to the shooting of 64-year-old Stanley Collier. The shooting occurred in the 1700 block of McMillon Avenue...
To Airbnb or not: Birmingham leaders to discuss short-term rental ordinance again
City council members are drafting an ordinance that would restrict short-term rental properties in Birmingham after homeowners complaints about crime and nuisances tied to the properties. “Even with all the improvements we’ve made to Birmingham, our population continues to drop. And we believe that part of the reason...
Birmingham contractor begins work on 48-acre metro residential development
Birmingham’s Capstone Building Corp. has begun work on a 48-acre residential community in Irondale. Working with developer StoneRiver Co., Capstone is building The Current at Grants Mill, at 1951 Grants Mill Rd. on one of the city’s scenic ridgetops. The project is anticipated to be finished in 2027.
Beaufort Co. group talks next steps after DHS picks Birmingham for new Coast Guard...
BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - The U.S. Coast Guard will not be bringing a new training facility to Beaufort County — at least not for now. Instead, the Department of Homeland Security stated they have selected the campus of Birmingham-Southern College in Birmingham, Alabama, as the future home of the installation.
10 Best Soul Food Restaurants In Alabama Worth Trying In 2026
Alabama has a deep, flavorful soul food tradition that goes back generations. From slow-cooked collard greens to crispy fried chicken and creamy mac and cheese, the state’s restaurants serve up comfort food that warms both the stomach and the heart. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, these...

















