Good morning, Birmingham.

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down in west Jefferson County today (no injuries have been reported).

Little Betty Sea Bar, a seafood-focused restaurant inspired by coastal Italy and Japan, opens today at 1011 Jemison Ln in Mountain Brook.

Revival Restaurant Group designed the venue to offer refined dishes, a curated wine list (complementing creative cocktails) and private event spaces for the local community.

Savage’s Bakery in Homewood is set to reopen on March 16 as longtime baker Ben Cook and most original employees resume work under new owner Kenneth Rhodes, who will add expanded delivery services & support the community with new business channels.

Late Birmingham attorney Lenora Pate, known for breaking barriers in law, politics and healthcare, was inducted into the Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame on March 5 at the University of West Alabama (UWA).

Her career, including raising two kids alone, inspired change statewide.

After Monday’s strong storms knocked down trees and left over 27,000 customers without power, Alabama Power crews restored service in central counties while clearing debris.

Forecasters warn more severe storms may hit today & lead to further outages.

On Monday, Mar. 9, the National Weather Service confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down in western Jefferson County, toppling trees & power lines near Oak Grove and Woods Creek with no injuries reported.

Straight-line winds in Winston County also caused minor damage.

A judge ordered the Vue Apartments on Cotton Avenue to be demolished within 45 days after neighbors raised safety concerns over illegal activity in the West End.

City officials said the move follows years of complaints from residents about the abandoned building.

Birmingham City Council approved a federal funding package that will expand affordable childcare access in four neighborhoods and create 100 new spots in Smithfield under the Reinvest initiative, which also supports small business and workforce development.

When Shannon faced advanced kidney disease, her husband Kyle quickly volunteered to donate his kidney after tests at UAB confirmed a match — his decision saved her life.

The couple thanked their strong faith, family, and community support for helping them through the process.

Moving Forward: Birmingham Parkinson's Conference 2026

9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. — The Harbert Center — Free entry — Connect and learn at a supportive conference for the Parkinson's community in Birmingham.

Birmingham St. Patrick's Day 2026 Bar Crawl

7:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. — Birmingham District Brewing Company — Tickets starting at $10 — Celebrate with friends at multiple venues and enjoy no cover at participating bars.

St. Patrick's Day Crawfish Boil

12-5 p.m. — Birmingham District Brewing Company — Purchase required — Enjoy a festive crawfish boil with live Irish Stout pouring all day.

Birmingham Squadron 2025-2026 Season

March 16-24 — Legacy Arena — Cost Not Specified — Experience top-tier basketball action with the Birmingham Squadron in a premier entertainment venue.

Phil Wickham Live Concert

7 p.m. — Legacy Arena — Tickets from $33 — Experience an evening of uplifting music with Phil Wickham in Birmingham.

Cash Langdon Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — Saturn — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring the captivating sounds of Cash Langdon.

Exceptional Lives Expo

10 A.M. – 2 P.M. — Vestavia Hills Civic Center — Free entry — Explore valuable resources and engage in fun activities tailored for families of individuals with special needs.

The Menzingers Live with I Am the Avalanche

7-11 p.m. — Saturn — Tickets from $76 — Catch The Menzingers for an unforgettable night of music in Birmingham.

Birmingham Bandstand Open Mic Night

7-10 p.m. — The Nick — Free entry — Experience a vibrant showcase of local talent in an intimate 21+ setting.

Interactive Playtime for Kids

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Birmingham Public Library Avondale Regional Branch — Free entry — Enjoy engaging activities for lap sitters and teetertotters with their caregivers.