Monday, October 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham Police officers participated in a 'Worship in Blue' church service to foster stronger community relationships during National Faith and Blue Weekend. WVTM 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Covenant Rescue Group, founded by a former Navy SEAL, successfully combats human trafficking and child exploitation by training law enforcement to conduct stings, despite economic challenges reducing donations. 1819 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Birmingham Punk Rock Flea Market at Cahaba Brewing Company on Oct. 20 will feature over 100 vendors and musical guests, open to all ages. CBS 42
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Basic Economy fares, introduced by major airlines to compete with discount carriers, may seem cheaper but come with restrictions and extra fees that could reduce overall savings. 6 WBRC News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Jesse J. Lewis Sr., celebrated publisher and World War II veteran, was honored with induction into the University of Alabama’s College of Communication and Information Sciences Hall of Fame for his remarkable contributions to communication and journalism. The Birmingham Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nearly $100,000 in grant funding for schools, libraries, and nonprofits in an Alabama district remained undistributed following the resignation of Rep. John Rogers amid a corruption scandal. AL.com
- ➤ Lilly Ledbetter, who influenced the creation of the Fair Pay Act after discovering wage disparities at Goodyear, has passed away at 86 due to respiratory failure. AL.com
- ➤ A Jefferson County Judge dismissed a lawsuit against Birmingham Water Works Board Chair Tereshia Huffman filed by board members over denied stipends related to a new ethics policy. The Birmingham Times
- ➤ Birmingham Fire and Rescue Battalion 5 practiced emergency response to a simulated fuel tanker spill and victim rescue. ABC 33/40
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell presented $600,000 to Alabama Regional Medical Services to expand mental health and substance use services, addressing a key health issue in Alabama. The Birmingham Times
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