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Birmingham
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding two men suspected of breaking into a Center Point home on the 2100 block of 5th Way NW on August 6 — they allegedly stole items from inside. ABC 33/40
- ➤ A Birmingham man, Robert Mitchell, 41, was shot near a Central Pratt residence Friday night and later died at UAB Hospital—police have not made an arrest. CBS 42
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kay Ivey and state lawmakers have criticized the AHSAA ruling that forces CHOOSE Act students to sit out a year from school sports—lawmakers say the rule violates the law and plan to push for a change. The criticism comes as the school choice program begins its first year this fall. 1819 News
- ➤ UAB in Birmingham expects its largest freshman class ever this fall as early estimates show nearly a 25% increase with about 500 more first-time full-time students than last year—official counts will be confirmed in October. ABC 33/40
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin won his third term on Aug. 26 by raising nearly $1.6 million in campaign funds and securing more than 80% of the total dollars among eight opponents—supporters from Birmingham and beyond helped boost his victory with contributions from nearly 3,000 donors. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The National Institutes of Health renewed a five-year $5.75 million grant for UAB’s Nathan Shock Center—one of eight centers focused on aging research nationwide. Co-directors Austad and Buford said the funding will help develop treatments to slow chronic diseases—an effort aimed at boosting preventive care. Yellowhammer News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lee Roy Jordan, a former Alabama star and Cowboys Super Bowl champion who was a first-round draft pick after playing for Bear Bryant, died at 84 — the team announced his death Saturday without giving a cause. WVTM 13
- ➤ At John Carroll Catholic High School, Bishop Steven J. Raica blessed the new Pat Sullivan Field before kickoff of the Bishop Bowl, honoring alumnus Pat Sullivan and praying for lives lost in a Minneapolis church shooting earlier this week. The John Carroll Cavaliers played the St. Michaels Cardinals, with the Cardinals winning 49—28. WVTM 13
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Wicked: A Musical in Birmingham
Various times — BJCC Concert Hall — Ticketed — Experience the untold story of the Wicked Witch of the West in this magical Broadway phenomenon.
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Wicked
1:30-3:00 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Tickets required — Experience the untold story of the witches of Oz with a thrilling score.
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Gary Owen Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Main Room, Birmingham — $45 to $55 — Experience the humor of Gary Owen, one of America's most beloved comedians.
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Wicked
2-5 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting tale of friendship and rivalry in the Land of Oz with stunning musical performances.
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Carolanne Miljavac Live Comedy Show
6:30-8 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $16 to $36.50 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Carolanne Miljavac as she shares relatable stories and sharp wit in her comedy show, She Laughs!
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Wicked
7:30-10:30 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of friendship and rivalry in the Land of Oz with stunning music and performances.
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Wicked
7:30-9:00 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the untold story of the witches of Oz in this enchanting Broadway musical.
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Bingo Loco
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying bingo rave with comedian MCs, dance-offs, and wild prizes.
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Wicked: The Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the magical tale of friendship and rivalry in the Land of Oz with unforgettable songs.
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Wicked Musical
7:30-9:00 p.m. — BJCC East Exhibition Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the untold story of the witches of Oz in this acclaimed musical.
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