Good morning, Birmingham.

Dan Williams, president & CEO of the Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau, received the 2026 APEX Award and the Howard F.

Mills Award for nearly 30 years in tourism. He said his recognition highlights the city’s renewed pride and collaborative efforts to boost local tourism.

Mothers in Midfield gathered today to mark 20 years of advocacy by Mothers Who Want the Violence to Stop (MWVT).

Community members shared how gun violence affects families and stressed the need for healing during these challenging times.

Six people were displaced after a fire struck the Chase Plantation townhome complex in Hoover on Sunday night — fire officials said the cause remains unknown.

Multiple residents were displaced after a fire erupted at The Haven Apartments at 4:59 a.m. Sunday in Hoover; fire officials controlled the blaze within 45 minutes and an investigation into its cause is underway.

A Birmingham business hosted a grand reopening today after a fire forced an earlier closure (marking its fresh start and renewed service for local customers).

UAB Libraries was elected to join the Association of Research Libraries on Oct.

5 after ARL members voted at their fall meeting; the decision acknowledges its vital contributions to research, education and community engagement at the university.

Samford University is planning to expand its restoration work along Shades Creek to protect spotted salamander breeding sites and enhance wetland habitat for local amphibians, offering a hands-on learning opportunity for students and community members.

Magic City Classic festivities begin with a parade Saturday at 8 a.m. from 18th Street North and 7th Avenue North (live on WBRC 6 News) with marching bands and dance teams.

A tailgate runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Legion Field with a halftime Battle of the Bands.

College football rankings shifted dramatically as five top teams lost Saturday, leading to historic changes in the AP poll and Alabama dropping out of the top 10 after a second loss.

Miami and BYU moved up to the top spots + record their biggest changes in over 90 years.