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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.

CRIME NEWS

  • Birmingham police arrested 21-year-old De’Aerius Johnson on July 19 in connection to the July 16 shooting that killed Cameron Little and injured a woman on the 3000 block of 15th Street Ensley—he is now in Jefferson County Jail with no bond.  6 WBRC News
  • Gregory Bratcher, a decorated veteran with PTSD fatally shot by Odenville police on July 15, was not aiming his gun when officers fired and his mother has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Birmingham that names Officer Jeffrey Eugene Linard II, Police Chief Glenn Walton, and the City of Odenville as defendants—lawyers claim police misidentified him and failed to de-escalate the situation.  AL.com
  • Crime Stoppers is asking the community for tips after a shootout at Woodlawn High School's alumni event injured one woman and damaged seven cars as four men were arrested—police say additional suspects are still free—and they are offering a $5,000 reward for any useful information.  6 WBRC News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Today at 3:30 p.m., the Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir will perform a benefit and back-to-school concert at 16th Street Baptist Church after stunning America’s Got Talent judges with their Golden Buzzer performance; several members are Birmingham City Schools students. The group, marking a decade of dedication, will return for NBC’s next round in September — a milestone for local talent.  AL.com

ECONOMY NEWS

  • A study by ADP shows that Birmingham-Hoover ranked fifth among 55 large metro areas for recent college graduates—hiring activity, salaries, and cost-of-living were key factors, with major local employers like UAB and UAB Hospital playing a role.  AL.com

SPORTS NEWS

  • Jameis Winston returned to his hometown on Friday for a leadership summit at Hueytown High School — where he and guests like Terrell Owens and Jaylyn Sherrod shared advice on diverse career paths with local youth, and he wrapped up the weekend with a youth football camp for kids ages 7-13.  WVTM 13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Mon, 7/21/25

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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.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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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.

    Sun, 7/27/25

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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.

    Tue, 7/29/25

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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.

    Thu, 7/31/25

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  • Urban Trivia Live

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — Lyric Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Test your knowledge with an evening of fun trivia in Birmingham.

    Fri, 8/1/25

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  • Shaun Jones Comedy Show

    6:30-8:00 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $21.50 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Shaun Jones, known for his quick wit and engaging storytelling.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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  • Bubba Dub Comedy Show

    6:30-8:00 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $25 to $45 — Experience a night of laughter with rising Texas comedy star Jerry ‘Bubba Dub’ Morgan.

    Sun, 8/3/25

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