Alabama siblings discover in their 60’s they have a brother in another state
GARDENDALE, Ala. (WBRC) - Doug Nall of Greer, South Carolina always knew he was adopted. That happened in 1960. His late parents had always told him if he ever wanted to find out who his real parents were, they’d help him, but “nothing I always felt like I had to do to find out, yet there’s always something in the...
Rickey Hosts Live Drive to Help Families Hit by SNAP Cuts & Shutdown
Rickey Smiley took his platform to the streets this week, broadcasting live from the Christian Service Mission to raise money, collect food donations, and bring awareness to families hit hardest by the SNAP benefit cuts and the ongoing federal government shutdown. The Christian Service Mission, based in Birmingham,...
Birmingham police chief calls for community action against gun violence
Birmingham's police chief expressed gratitude for recognition from Essence but emphasized his commitment to public safety. "I’m locked in and laser-focused on leading our team and making Birmingham as safe as it can possibly be," he said. He urged the community to "report what you see and what you...
Former WZZK PD Loses Home In Massive Birmingham Fire.
Former SummitMedia WZZK Birmingham, AL (104.7) PD Mike “Sandman” Sanders lost his home in an Oct. 31 fire that engulfed two city blocks of Birmingham’s Southside area. Beyond personal effects, Sanders lost years of photographs and other memorabilia. A GoFundMe has been set up to assist Sanders in getting back on his...
‘I Cut Right to the Point, I Asked Her if She Would Marry Me’
Met: October 2016, at Jermell’s home church, Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Brighton. Jermell was there serving for the church’s youth day, and Eneka was invited by their mutual friend, and Jermell’s fellow church member, Bernita. “When she came across [the food] line my eyes lit up,...
Birmingham food trucks feed SNAP recipients, federal workers during shutdown
About 200 people lined up to receive a free meal in Birmingham Tuesday night. A dozen food trucks teamed up to give out free meals to SNAP recipients and federal workers during the shutdown. One of them, was Angela Harper. "Being hungry, not having anything to eat, looking in your...
Birmingham Mayor Woodfin, Police Chief Pickett Honored During ‘A Salute to Alpha Excellence’
Birmingham’s historic Boutwell Auditorium Exhibition Hall was transformed into a space of distinguished celebration on Monday evening as the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated Omicron Lambda Chapter, in partnership with Perkins Law LLC, and Toasted Yolk hosted “A Salute to Alpha Excellence” to recognize two of...
Debate Fires Up: Is the Alabama Bridge Really Haunted by a Mysterious Woman in...
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on The Alabama Bridge That’s Said To Be Haunted By A Woman In White. The Alabama Bridge That’s Said To Be Haunted By A Woman In White.
This Family-Owned Alabama Mexican Restaurant Turns Every Meal Into A Fiesta
At Zapata Mexican Restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama — located at 2005 Valleydale Rd — eating out is less about just dinner and more about embracing a full Mexican-flavored fiesta. Walking through the door, you’re greeted by a lively atmosphere, vibrant décor, and the smell of sizzling fajitas, fresh tortillas, and...
Alabama body camera law sets procedures for video release
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A law that took effect Oct. 1, 2024, establishes procedures for how law enforcement agencies handle body camera video requests, including when footage can be released. The legislation was written by Alabama State Rep. Juandalynn Givan. The law designates the agency with physical custody of...

















