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Shelby County car crash blocks all lanes on Shelby County 26 near Big Sky...

A two-vehicle crash in Shelby County has caused road blockage near Big Sky Farms Road. All the lanes near their on Shelby County 26 are closed as emergency responders work to clean up the wreck. The crash occurred around 1:16 p.m. No details have been released on the wellbeing of...
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Family still seeks answers one year after Kenyan grandfather vanished in Calera

CALERA, Ala. (WBMA) — One year after a 72-year-old man traveled from Kenya to Shelby County for his grandson’s graduation, his family and investigators are still searching for answers surrounding his mysterious disappearance. Calera police held a news conference Thursday marking one year since Rueben Waithaka vanished
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UAB brings rare colorectal cancer treatment to Alabama

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The University of Alabama at Birmingham Division of Transplantation now offers liver transplantation for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer, making it one of only a few programs of its kind in the Southeast. The program started in 2024 and treats patients whose liver tumors cannot be removed.
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Son of a Butcher to unveil new shop renovations May 20

After a couple months of construction and renovations, The Son of a Butcher (TSOB), a local butcher shop in Pepper Place, will celebrate its grand re-opening. The first stage of construction began March 1, and TSOB remained closed until March 10 due to demolition. Shoppers have had partial store access since then.
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Non-profit plants tree in honor of 17-year-old killed in Birmingham shooting

A non-profit organization plans to honor the memory of Destiny Lawson, a 17-year-old girl recently shot and killed in Birmingham. The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation, also known as The Uvalde Foundation for Kids, will be planting a memorial tree in her honor. “This is another painful reminder of how...
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‘Excited’ fans celebrate as beloved chef opens new doughnut shop at familiar spot in...

Full Circle Doughnuts opened its doors on Thursday in Alabama, serving rich, fluffy brioche-style doughnuts in flavors such as maple sea salt, cereal milk, chocolate sprinkle and OG vanilla. Burgers, sandwiches and breakfast items were on the menu, as well, as customers flocked to a familiar location in the greater...
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Vestavia reminds parents of micromobility laws as summer approaches

VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WBRC) - The city of Vestavia is reminding parents and children about micromobility guidelines. According to the city, micromobility refers to a “variety of small, lightweight, low-speed vehicles operated by users for personal transportation. These vehicles are designed for short-distance trips and
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Birmingham summer safety plan: City programs, curfew enforcement aim to keep youth safe

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham is preparing for the summer break with programs aimed at keeping young people engaged and safe during the 10 weeks students are out of school. Mayor Randall Woodfin said the city is working to ensure students have opportunities and do not engage in behavior that...
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Food Network Just Named This 119-Year-Old Alabama Restaurant 1 Of America’s Most Nostalgic

Nostalgia is having a major moment right now, as people yearn for the calmer and simpler times. Some are even seeking out the comfort of the past in the form of dining out. The Food Network just named its top 50 nostalgic food spots in the United States, and the oldest restaurant in Alabama made the list. Located just
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Vintage-inspired brand brings first Alabama location to Birmingham

A global fashion and lifestyle brand known for vintage-inspired designs will open its first Alabama location at The Summit in Birmingham this summer. Family-owned clothing chain LoveShackFancy will occupy a space between Tecovas and Madewell, near the Cheesecake Factory and Shake Shack, according to a recent TikTok pos

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