Good morning, Birmingham.

In Birmingham, local leaders and organizations are implementing wide-ranging initiatives aimed at addressing the city's challenges, including economic inequity, crime, and food insecurity, with a positive outlook on the city's capacity for transformation.

A house fire on 4th Avenue North resulted in partial damage to the structure with no injuries reported; the cause is under investigation.

The Birmingham Police Department reports a 27% reduction in the city's homicide rate for 2025 and highlights the success of its crime reduction strategies, including a specialized enforcement team's arrests and gun seizures.

Sloss Tech 2024 in Birmingham introduces a Southeast regional pitch competition for startups with a $50,000 grand prize.

Nearly 900,000 residents in Jefferson and Shelby counties, Alabama, are advised to limit outdoor activities due to poor air quality from a prescribed burn in Bankhead National Forest, leading to a Code Red Air Quality Alert.

Birmingham residents express health and environmental concerns over particulate matter from a closed industrial plant near their community, urging local officials for cleanup and preventative action.

The Birmingham Barons baseball team is partnering with Bo Jackson to feature Bo's Hometown Burger, made from Jackson's Bo's Burgers line, at their 2025 season games, with each purchase including a special Bo Jackson baseball card.

D.R. Horton Bus Tour in Birmingham, Alabama

This event offers a guided bus tour of D.R. Horton homes in Birmingham, providing a valuable experience for real estate agents interested in new construction.

STARS Godspell Jr. Performance

An all-female cast presents Godspell Jr., exploring themes of leadership, friendship, and trust at the Virginia Samford Theatre.

The R&B Brunch Experience

This unique event combines food, drinks, and a nostalgic journey through R&B classics, encompassing elements of a day party, karaoke, and a fashion show.

Rickey Smiley Presents Karaoke Night: R&B Edition with Live Band

Rickey Smiley hosts an R&B karaoke night featuring a live band and singer Nadia Tellis in Birmingham.

Velocity: A Modern Irish Dance Experience

Featuring five-time World Champion David Geaney, Velocity transforms traditional Irish tap dance into a contemporary spectacle with innovative choreography and live music.

Trish Suhr Live in Birmingham

Trish Suhr, a multifaceted designer, professional organizer, TV host, and comedian, brings her comedic insights and organizational expertise to Birmingham.

17th Annual Rumpshaker 5K

The Rumpshaker 5K is an annual charity run held to raise awareness for colorectal cancer, taking place at Regions Field in Birmingham, Alabama.

Learn Haircutting Theory and Practice at See Theory

This hands-on class in Birmingham focuses on understanding haircutting theory and practical execution for visual learners and aspiring hairstylists.

Jr Parks Live at The Upstairs at Avondale

This live music event features Jr Parks performing at The Upstairs at Avondale, with doors opening at 7 PM CST.

Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

Experience an enchanting tribute to Taylor Swift featuring the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at the Birmingham Museum of Art.