Former Birmingham Mayor William Bell reads time capsule letter he wrote
Former Birmingham Mayor William Bell read a letter Tuesday he wrote nine years ago that was buried in a time capsule at CBS 42.
Birmingham unveils $20M workforce strategy to create 1,500 jobs
The City of Birmingham, in collaboration with the Community Funding Accelerator (CFA), has launched a comprehensive workforce strategy aimed at revitalizing the local economy and creating 1,500 new jobs. The initiative, known as Reinvest Birmingham, is supported by a $20.2 million grant from the U.S. Economic...
Federal lawsuit accuses staffing agency of discriminating against women
Federal officials accuse a staffing company with offices in Hoover and Leeds of discriminating against women after a client only requested male laborers for their facility. The lawsuit against WorkSmart Staffing LLC. was announced today by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. According to the EEOC, the...
Birmingham Police searching for woman missing since May
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Birmingham Police Department is asking for help in locating a woman who has been missing since May 5, 2025. According to police, 33-year-old Tajah McGinnis was last seen in the 6800 Block of 1st Avenue North. McGinnis is described as having black hair and brown...
Police: 3-year-old shoots, kills family member
Bessemer Board of Education passes 5-year capital plan. WBRC anchor Mike Dubberly recognized by American Legion Post 255. WBRC anchor Mike Dubberly recognized by American Legion Post 255. Birmingham installing speed cushions to make streets safer. Updated: 2 hours ago. |. Birmingham installing speed cushions to make...
Homewood delays vote on ordinance to address homelessness, prompting pushback
It will take another two weeks before Homewood first responders have the tools in their toolbox to address homelessness in the city. An ordinance to deal with encampments and related matters failed to receive unanimous consent from the City Council. Barring a change to the ordinance, the matter can be voted up or...
Healthy Moms. Healthy Babies. Healthy Alabama: Lawmakers and physicians celebrate start of maternal health...
BIRMINGHAM — Bipartisan legislators and Alabama physicians gathered today in Birmingham to celebrate a landmark maternal healthcare law that takes effect Wednesday. The new law, known as “presumptive Medicaid eligibility,” speeds […] The post Healthy Moms. Healthy Babies. Healthy Alabama: Lawmakers and physicians...
Center Point plans more technology, deputies to curb crime
CENTER POINT, Ala. (WBRC) - City leaders in Center Point say they plan to expand crime-fighting technology and increase law enforcement presence in an effort to keep residents safe. Mayor Bobby Scott said the city will continue its partnership with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and the Metro Area Crime...
Bike theft suspect arrested with burglary tools and drugs in Homewood
The Homewood Police Department responded to a call on Sept. 27, 2025, regarding a stolen electric bicycle from the 1000 block of Broadway. Officers obtained a suspect description from video surveillance in the condo garage. Later that day, an officer spotted a man matching the description on Green Springs Highway.
Historic downtown Birmingham tower opening ballroom event venue with bar and fine dining
A dining and event venue is planned to open this fall in downtown Birmingham’s Thomas Jefferson Tower. Velvet & Vine will be located on the second floor of the historic tower at 1623 2nd Ave. N. It will feature a ballroom, bar, bistro and outdoor terrace overlooking the city.
