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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ashley Stegall from Trussville said Memorial Day brings a new meaning to her family as she remembered her late husband, Army Sgt. Jason Stegall, a decorated paratrooper who earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star Medal with a V device for valor. Her 16-year-old son still wears his father’s beret to honor his memory—reminding the community of the deep sacrifice behind military service. CBS 42
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An unidentified body was found after a house fire in Graysville Sunday night—fire crews reached the fully engulfed home on the 500 block of 7th Avenue SW around 9:30 p.m. and the Jefferson County Coroner's Office pronounced the person dead at 10:17 p.m. while authorities investigate the case. ABC 33/40
- ➤ A single-vehicle crash on I-65 South in Hoover near the Highway 31 exit left one person dead—two others were hospitalized as investigators work to determine the cause. ABC 33/40
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At the Jackson-Olin graduation on Friday, Gerald Lomax Jr.'s parents received his diploma in his honor while the community mourned the 17-year-old student-athlete who was shot after leaving a Woodlawn High School basketball game in November—he was remembered as an upstanding student whose bright future was cut short. WVTM 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Alabama red snapper season opened on Friday, May 23 for private and state-licensed charter vessel anglers and will remain open daily until June 30 before switching to four-day weekends starting July 4 when the private angler quota is met. Researchers from the University of South Alabama reported a record number of red snapper on over 10,000 artificial reefs—indicating a healthy Gulf reef fish population. Yellowhammer News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama National Cemetery held its Memorial Day ceremony yesterday to honor fallen soldiers — community leaders and families remembered the service of veterans. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Birmingham will host the 2027 Congressional Medal of Honor Society Convention from September 13–18—local organizers say the week will include public ceremonies, educational programs, and private gatherings to honor living Medal of Honor Recipients and their families. Yellowhammer News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama and Auburn have secured spots in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship regionals and will play their first games on Friday, May 30th. Auburn, a top-16 seed and regional host at Plainsman Park, will face Central Connecticut State at 6 p.m. CT — while Alabama will challenge Miami from Florida at 2 p.m. CT in the Hattiesburg Regional. WVTM 13
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Interviewing Skills Workshop
1-2 p.m. — Goodwill Store, Donation Center, & Career Center — Free entry — Prepare to impress with invaluable interview tips and confidence-building strategies.
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Rob Kazi Live
7-8:30 p.m. — StarDome Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience the infectious humor and quick-witted storytelling of New Orleans comedic sensation Rob Kazi.
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Sheryl Underwood Live
5:45 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $35 to $45 — Experience a night of laughter with one of today's brightest comedians and multi-talented businesswomen.
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Kevn Kinney Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — The Upstairs at Avondale — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of live music with renowned artist Kevn Kinney.
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AHA BLS CPR and AED Class
1-4 p.m. — CPR Certification Birmingham — Contact for costs — Hands-on BLS CPR training and certification from the American Heart Association.
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Wim Tapley & The Cannons
6:30-8 p.m. — The Upstairs at Avondale — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live music in a cozy setting.
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The Temptations & The Four Tops
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Motown sounds of The Temptations and The Four Tops live on stage!
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Tim Shropshire Live Comedy Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — StarDome Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with laughter from internet sensation and family man Tim Shropshire.
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Benji Brown Stand-Up Comedy Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $24.50 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Benji Brown, a rising star in stand-up comedy known for his unique voice and hilarious characters.
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Benji Brown Live Stand-Up Show
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Main Room — $24.50 — Experience the laughter of stand-up comedian Benji Brown as he showcases his unique voice and hilarious characters.
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