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Friday, October 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Project Hope drop-in center in Birmingham provides essential services and support to homeless youth, aiming to mitigate the risks of violence, trafficking, and health issues they face while trying to survive on the streets. AL.com
- ➤ In Birmingham, the Youth Towers nonprofit is combating the increasing issue of youth homelessness, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, by providing housing and support services to those affected, including a nineteen-year-old who became homeless after losing both parents to the virus. AL.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A suspect has been charged in a Birmingham mass shooting that connected several victims to a chain of 11 homicides dating back to 2015. AL.com
- ➤ Damien McDaniel, accused of six homicides within 72 hours including a mass shooting in Five Points South, faced court with a total bond set at $1.715M. WVTM 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 Magic in the City Fashion Show in Birmingham will feature fashion, music, and local vendors on Oct. 20, aiming to celebrate art, style, and community cohesion. CBS 42
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham's Mayor Randall Woodfin announces a plan to collaborate with the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform and other initiatives to reduce gun violence through evidence-based intervention and addressing its root causes. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau cautions that with the election registration deadline in Alabama, scammers may try to steal personal information through fake voter registration and political donation requests. CBS 42
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Classic Ole School Day Party Fundraiser
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Alabama ASTA Chapter Trade Show and Networking Dinner
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2024 Region III Conference at UAB
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At Home: Art in Motion - A Ballet Experience
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