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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash on Highway 43 in Northport at 12:39 p.m. on July 16th resulted in one fatality and three minor injuries as first responders arrived — a U.S. Postal Service truck was among the vehicles involved. AL.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bibb County police arrested 21-year-old Dalton Terrell for sex crimes against minors—he is charged with rape, sodomy, kidnapping, and human trafficking and is accused of paying adults for access to children aged 3 to 16 during 2024 and 2025. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Birmingham saw crime rise 7.6% in the first half of 2025 — with property crime increasing by 9.1% and violent crime by 2.1%, even as homicides dropped by 51.3%. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Birmingham Police responded to East Lake Park on 84th Street North just after 11:30 Wednesday where they found a man dead from a gunshot wound and another with non-life-threatening injuries — investigators say a group met at the park before the shooting. WVTM 13
- ➤ Birmingham Police said detectives secured an arrest warrant for 34-year-old Casimiro Hernandez—accused of attempted murder when two people were shot and hospitalized on the 1100 Block of 3rd Avenue West on June 22—and he was later apprehended during a traffic stop in Texas on June 23 while he awaits extradition. ABC 33/40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Katherine Robertson, chief counsel for Attorney General Steve Marshall and candidate for the office, reported accepting a $1 million donation from the Tennessee dark money group First Principles — a contribution that has raised concerns about campaign rules and voter transparency. AL.com
- ➤ Hoover Fire Department is applying for a FEMA SAFER grant to buy a new EMS transport unit and add seven firefighter-paramedics after emergency calls grew from 1,600 to over 6,000 each year. The City Council approved a resolution for the grant—if granted, the city will pay part of the personnel costs over three years while the new unit will improve response times. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ The City of Birmingham posted qualifying candidates for its 2025 municipal election—community members will soon vote for a new mayor, council representatives and school board members. CBS 42
- ➤ Rep. Terri Sewell announced this week that the U.S. Department of Transportation awarded the Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority a $25 million grant to build a new maintenance and operations facility to modernize public transit. The grant will finance alternative fuel technology—like hydrogen and electric systems—and create local jobs. The Birmingham Times
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Catch Your Breath Concert
6-9 p.m. — Saturn — Check local listings — Experience an electrifying performance from the emerging Hard Rock band Catch Your Breath alongside Keith Wallen and NERV.
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Book Signing with Karie at Thank You Books
3-4 p.m. — Thank You Books — Free entry — Karie will be signing books and chatting with readers, welcoming all attendees.
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Dude Perfect Live Tour
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Legacy Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the YouTube sensation duo showcase their amazing trick shots and hilarious challenges live on stage.
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Toto and Friends Summer Concert
6:00-8:15 PM — Coca-Cola Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Rock out this summer with Toto, Men At Work, and Christopher Cross delivering a night of classic hits.
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The Music Man
7:30 p.m. — Leeds Arts Council, Inc. — Ticket prices vary — Experience the charm of a conman turned hero with memorable tunes in this beloved American musical.
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Heavy Heavy Low Low Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — WORKPLAY — Ticket prices vary — Experience one of the best live events at Workplay Canteen with Heavy Heavy Low Low.
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PIAMISTRY 10th Anniversary Concert
5-9 p.m. — Jane Hollock Brock Recital Hall — $35 per person — Celebrate a decade of music with performances, awards, and a gala reception.
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Damon Williams Live
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — Tickets available — Experience laughter with legendary comedian Damon Williams who’s thrilled audiences for over 30 years.
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Bones at the Crossroads Launch with LaDarrion Williams
6-8 p.m. — Birmingham Public Library Central Branch — Ticket options available — Celebrate the release of a new YA novel with bestselling author LaDarrion Williams featuring discussions, Q&A, and a book signing.
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Drew Morgan Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Avondale Brewing Company — Tickets from $50 — Experience live music at one of Birmingham's favorite venues.
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