Good morning, Birmingham.

Warrior Met Coal is taking on a big new project—more details on its scope and timeline will be shared soon.

Birmingham activist Mercutio Southall, 40, was charged with first-degree arson and criminal mischief after allegedly leaving a protest for Jabari Peoples' death and filling a Walmart shopping cart — with rags, blankets, charcoal bags, fuel, and paint thinner — before setting it on fire in the store, which caused a mass evacuation and over $130,000 in damages, and he is now held without bond at Jefferson County Jail.

UAB expects its largest freshman class for fall as early figures show nearly a 25 percent increase — adding about 500 first time students through its SUCCESS Initiative.

New campus facilities such as Gorrie Hall and the revamped Student Assembly Building will boost student opportunities.

The Hoover City Council election set five of seven seats with four incumbents returning and two races moving to a runoff.

Runoff elections will be held on September 23 as voters await the final results.

Alabama shoppers face lower sales taxes at the register starting today as groceries drop from 3% to 2% and a three-year exemption removes a 4% tax from baby, maternity and menstrual products—changes building on over $1.5 billion in past tax cuts.

Local governments may adjust their own rates, but no changes will occur unless they vote to reduce them.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.