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Birmingham
Monday, May 4th, 2026
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rojo, a popular neighborhood restaurant known for its Latin & American fare, has been closed since April 30 due to a water line break. It launched a Go Fund Me on Sunday morning to support its staff during the UAB and Samford graduation weekend. Bham Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Award-winning author and illustrator Christian Robinson will visit Saturday, May 16 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the downtown central branch of the Birmingham Public Library — in collaboration with Thank You Books — to share his new picture book 'Dad' during a family story time and book signing. The Birmingham Times
- ➤ Birmingham Festival Theatre, a volunteer-run nonprofit, is relocating from Five Points South due to high costs; longtime patron Dallas Fields recalled his favorite memory while board president Rhonda Erbrick cited unsustainable rents as the reason—its new location is yet to be announced. WVTM 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Alabama nearly reached $4 a gallon yesterday, with AAA reporting an average of $3.96 for regular unleaded. The survey showed prices ranged from $3.88 in Etowah to $4.30 in Wilcox, while the national average stood at $4.45. WVTM 13
- ➤ Gas prices in the U.S. rose 30 cents a gallon last week as the closed Strait of Hormuz due to the war in Iran limits supply, and Birmingham drivers may pay over $4.40 at the pump—experts say prices could continue rising until supply improves. WBHM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stacey Abrams delivered a keynote at Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Southeastern Regional Conference in Birmingham, warning that the Supreme Court ruling has weakened voting protections and put democracy at risk — urging local activists to organize, use the courts, and vote. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Birmingham hospital completed a historic bone marrow procedure today that marks a breakthrough in transplant therapies (hospital officials noted promising early outcomes). 6 WBRC News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kirby Smart said on The Next Round on Friday, Apr. 30 that his best Alabama teams from 2012 to 2015 would beat today’s teams because they had more depth, which shows that college football faces challenges with talent. Yellowhammer News
- ➤ Stewart Cink clinched his second consecutive senior major by winning the Regions Tradition on Sunday at Greystone Golf and Country Club—he posted a 3-under 69 for a three-shot win that boosted his Charles Schwab Cup lead. WVTM 13
- ➤ 16-year-old Juan Valdez trains at Champions Boxing in Pelham as he focuses on perfecting his craft and aiming to become one of the top amateur boxers, relying on strong support from his dad and coaches. WVTM 13
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Kid Cudi Presents: The Rebel Ragers Tour
6:30-8 p.m. — Coca-Cola Amphitheater — $1 donation per ticket to The Big Bro Foundation — Experience an uplifting performance by Kid Cudi while supporting youth empowerment.
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Yacht Rock Revue - Primetime
7-9:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — General admission — Enjoy a night of smooth yacht rock hits under the stars.
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5th Annual City of Birmingham Mental Health Day
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Linn Park — Free entry — Engage with professionals and enjoy wellness activities while accessing valuable mental health resources.
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Dallas Renegades at Birmingham Stallions
7-8 p.m. — Protective Stadium — Ticket purchase required — Watch the Birmingham Stallions defend their championship title against the Dallas Renegades in an exciting UFL matchup.
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Alabama Ballet's Unbound: Serenade & Carmina Burana
2-5 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying performance of music and dance by Alabama Ballet and the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
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MotoAmerica Superbikes at Alabama
May 14-17 — Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum — Admission prices vary — Experience the thrill of superbike racing at one of the finest motorsports venues in the country.
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Alabama Symphony Orchestra Concert
7-10 p.m. — Homewood Public Library — Ticket vouchers available — Enjoy a spectacular evening of symphonic music with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra.
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Blazer Bolt for Brain Cancer 5K
8 a.m. — Railroad Park Foundation — Registration fees apply — Run for a cause and support brain cancer research during this family-friendly 5K event.
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Columbus Aviators vs Birmingham Stallions
12 – 3 p.m. — Protective Stadium — Purchase tickets for an exciting matchup as the Birmingham Stallions aim for another victory in their UFL season.
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Sun Ra Arkestra Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Saturn — Check the venue for ticket prices — Experience the cosmic jazz sounds of the legendary Sun Ra Arkestra live.
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