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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham is hosting the Sloss Tech Conference — spanning from June 25 to 27 — as sixteen companies gather to show how technology is changing everyday areas like food and retail. Deon Gordon, CEO of TechBirmingham, said he plans to use local innovation to create jobs and reshape the city’s future in light of its civil rights legacy. WVTM 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Body-worn camera footage held by ALEA shows that on Monday night at 9:30 p.m. in Homewood a marked officer shot suspect Jabari Peoples after he reached for a gun during a traffic stop—Peoples died at UAB Hospital and his family now demands a full independent investigation. 1819 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Aliceville Mayor Terrence Windham called for transparency from ALEA and Homewood Mayor Alex Wyatt after 18-year-old Jabari Peoples was fatally shot by a Homewood officer earlier this week—his family maintains that he was unarmed and compliant. WVTM 13
- ➤ Alabama municipal elections will take place in August as voters choose new mayors, council members, and school board members, and candidates must submit applications by July 24 at 5 p.m.—cities like Birmingham, Hoover, and Irondale are updating candidate lists before the vote. CBS 42
- ➤ At a Birmingham Water Works meeting this week, board members voted 5—2 to amend the Certificate of Incorporation so the utility is now known as The City of Birmingham Regional Water Works doing business as Central Alabama Water, with suburban appointees supporting the change while two city nominees opposed it. 1819 News
- ➤ Hoover's mayoral race is set between longtime mayor Frank Brocato and police chief Nick Derzis — they will face off in the election on Aug. 26. Brocato started his public service in the fire department in 1973 while Derzis became police chief in 2005. CBS 42
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Professor Timothy Gawne from UAB School of Optometry received a $1.9 million grant from the National Eye Institute to study the rise in nearsightedness. He will test how natural views and red-light therapy may slow eye changes — his work aims to guide safer light use and protect vision. University of Alabama at Birmingham
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2025 World Police & Fire Games
June 27th - July 6th — BJCC North Exhibition Hall — Check event schedule for costs — Celebrate the remarkable skills and spirit of first responders at this Olympic-style competition.
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Eunice Elliott Stand-Up Comedy Show
5:15 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $18.50 — Enjoy a night of relatable humor from the 'Funniest Person in Birmingham'.
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Meka Carey Stand-Up Comedy Show
6:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $30.50 — Enjoy an evening of relatable humor and authentic storytelling from rising comedian Meka Carey.
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Play On Con
9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Alabama 4-H Center — Entry fees apply — Dive into a world of gaming and pop culture with exciting tournaments and workshops.
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44th Annual Peavine Falls Run
7 AM — Oak Mountain State Park — $40 — Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic run in the beautiful outdoors of Central Alabama.
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Double D Comedy Show
6:30-9 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $24.50 — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Double D, known for his engaging performances and warm spirit.
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Sunday Funnies with Buddy Love
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Main Showroom At StarDome Comedy Club — Tickets from $62 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Buddy Love at the iconic comedy venue.
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Rickey Smiley Karaoke Night
7-8:30 p.m. — Stardome Comedy Club — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a lively karaoke night hosted by Rickey Smiley for the Woodlawn community.
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White Denim Live Performance
8-10 PM — Saturn — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of White Denim live in Birmingham.
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Rickey Smiley Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — StarDome Comedy Club — $30.50 — Experience a night of laughter with iconic comedic characters from Birmingham's own Rickey Smiley.
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