Bessemer man dies after vehicle collides with tree
BESSEMER, Ala. (WBRC) - A 60-year-old Bessemer man died when his vehicle collided with a tree. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as Thomas Columbus Rainwater. The crash happened Dec. 2 at 2:20 p.m. in the 7500 block of Taylors Ferry Road. Authorities say Rainwater was...
Trussville man dies trying to stop runaway vehicle
A 65-year-old Trussville man, Stephen Dale Thompson, died after sustaining injuries while attempting to prevent his unoccupied vehicle from rolling uncontrolled down his sloped property. The incident occurred on Dec. 2 at 11:34 a.m. in the 3300 block of Cedarbrook Circle. Thompson was pronounced dead at the scene at...
After Stunning Performance, Birmingham’s Jazz Mckenzie Advances to Finals on ‘The Voice’
Birmingham native Jazz Mckenzie took another step to the finals on The Voice, the NBC singing reality competition television series, after her standout performance in the playoffs. McKenzie advanced Monday night by digging deep into her gospel roots with a stirring rendition of Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’,” a...
‘I Told Her How Much I Loved Her and Asked if She Would Marry...
Met: Fall 2012, on campus at the University of Alabama at Huntsville [UAH], at a Charger Village dorm meeting. While the two did not formally meet, they were able to find out a bit about one another during the introductions, where Jeremiah discovered Eden was on the track team, and Eden learned he’d transferred in...
New Milo’s re-opening in Fairfield on December 6th
Milo’s Hamburgers is opening its newest location in Fairfield on December 6th. Located at 7050 Aaron Aronov Drive, the restaurant replaces the old Milo’s location across the road. Fairfield Family Day. To mark the special occasion, the community is holding a Fairfield Family Day on the site. The...
Police testify surveillance footage connects suspect to Southside fires
The man accused in two Southside fire investigations will have both cases sent to a grand jury after Judge William Bell jr. ruled Tuesday that prosecutors presented enough evidence during a preliminary hearing. Joshua Mitchell is charged with attempted second-degree arson and second-degree arson in connection with...
Birmingham’s Ultimate Burger Guide: Top Picks and Hidden Gems
Birmingham, Alabama, is a city that takes its burgers seriously. From gourmet Wagyu beef creations to classic, no-frills options, there's a burger for every palate in this Southern city. The best burger spots are scattered around various neighborhoods, including Homewood, Avondale, Downtown, Hoover, and the 280...
City of Midfield’s red light camera tickets under scrutiny
Last month, CBS 42 investigated the legality of red light cameras in Midfield.
A free Birmingham job fair will help people seeking second chances
On Wednesday, Dec. 10, the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) will host its first ever Next Step Job and Resource Fair. The event will include job opportunities, trades, apprenticeships, certificate and educational programs, housing and reentry resources, as well as expungement workshops to aid participants...
Irondale mayor says Costco expected to open April 2028, construction to start 2026
IRONDALE, Ala. (WBRC) - WBRC is learning more from Irondale city leaders about when they could expect to see work begin on the city’s new Costco location. The Irondale location will be only the sixth in Alabama, and is expected to create between 200 and 300 new jobs and generate between $6 million and $8 million per...

















