How Waldo’s Chicken & Beer became a delicious success story
In a Southern food landscape overflowing with chicken joints, Waldo’s Chicken & Beer has broken through the noise and built a steady following. Behind the fast-growing brand is founder Mark Waldo, a Birmingham native whose people-first philosophy and scratch-made standards are turning a casual chicken spot into one...
Jimmie Hale Mission warming station open through Monday morning
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Jimmie Hale Mission’s warming station has been open since Saturday night, and with the cold weather coming in Sunday, those at Jimmie Hale say they are ready to provide a warm place to stay for anyone who needs it. “They’ll receive a place to sleep on a cot with a […]
Islamic Academy of Alabama speaks on rezoning, Sen. Tuberville’s comments, and next steps
The Islamic Academy of Alabama has called Homewood home for nearly 30 years. The school opened in 1996. Stacy Abdein is an Assistant Principal to 270 students. "We teach english, we teach math, science, social studies, and we also require our students to take one daily class of Arabic and one daily class of Islam,"...
55-year-old man shot to death in Birmingham, Coroner looking for family
Birmingham police are investigating the death of Harold McArthor King, a 55-year-old man who sustained fatal gunshot wounds during a reported assault on Dec. 13 at 3:26 a.m. on the 5400 block of Jefferson Ave. SW. King was pronounced dead at the scene 30 minutes later. The Birmingham Police Department...
Man in custody in connection to West Brownville homicide investigation
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A homicide investigation is underway after a person was shot and killed in Birmingham. Birmingham Police say they were called to a Food Mart in the 5400 block of Jefferson Avenue Southwest on a report of a shots fired call around 3:30 a.m. When they arrived...
Homicide investigation underway after 1 shot, killed in Birmingham’s West Brownville neighborhood
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A homicide investigation is underway after a person was shot and killed in Birmingham. Birmingham Police say they were called to a Food Mart in the 5400 block of Jefferson Avenue Southwest on a report of a shots fired call around 3: 30 a.m. When they...
Birmingham gas prices drop, now 2.9 cents lower per gallon
Gasoline prices in Birmingham have decreased by 2.9 cents per gallon over the past week, with the average price now at $2.61 per gallon, according to GasBuddy's survey of 550 stations in the area. This marks a 9.1-cent drop from a month ago and a 6.8-cent decrease compared to the...
Alabama Braces for Thursday Thunderstorms After Extended Freeze Across Birmingham and Huntsville
ALABAMA — Residents across northern and central Alabama are in for a dramatic weather turnaround this week. Following a stretch of freezing temperatures that kept Birmingham and Huntsville below 32°F for more than 18 hours, rain and thunderstorms are expected to roll through the state on Thursday afternoon and evening.
New faith-based resource center to serve homeless, low-income women in Shelby County
PELHAM – After spending 15 years battling addiction, experiencing homelessness and serving time in prison, Amanda Claridy never imagined her past would one day become the foundation of a new ministry. Today, Claridy is the founder and executive director of The Resting Place of Pelham, a faith-based day resource...
9 No-Frills Restaurants In Alabama Where The Pizzas Are Simply Legendary
Looking for amazing pizza places in Alabama without all the fancy stuff?. These 9 simple spots serve up legendary pies that will make your taste buds throw a party!. 1. Giuseppe’s Cafe (Birmingham) This cozy brick building with its charming green trim has been winning hearts in Birmingham for...
