Sunday, November 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham Police seek assistance in finding 20-year-old Dontrell Gooden, last seen Nov. 22 and believed to be in danger. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ Charles Pilot, owner of the 'Fat Charles BBQ' food truck in Birmingham, has passed away, with his family announcing the news on Facebook and confirming updates for Thanksgiving customers. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Tuscaloosa plans to remodel the Veterans Memorial pedestrian bridge, the Jimmie Hale Mission continues its 80-year Thanksgiving tradition, Noccalula Falls renovations are delayed, Jasper celebrates Day Reporting Center graduates, Birmingham reflects on a shooting, questions arise over crime strategies, a turkey giveaway is announced, and a man is killed in a traffic incident. ABC 33/40
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham is on the brink of surpassing its 1933 record for homicides following three fatal shootings, prompting State Rep. Givan to propose a bill targeting illegal firearm possession. 1819 News
- ➤ Jefferson County Police arrested April Croskey for drug trafficking after finding 50 pounds of marijuana in her car during a traffic stop. 6 WBRC News
- ➤ The Birmingham Police are searching for a suspect involved in a November 19 robbery at Nails Convenience Store on 6th Ave South, as shown in surveillance images. ABC 33/40
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announces his memoir 'Son of Birmingham' to be published in January, detailing his journey from law to city leadership. CBS 42
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson County schools improve their overall score from 81 to 82 in the state report card, with 70% of schools showing improvements and plans for continued progress. 6 WBRC News
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Disney Junior Live: Let's Play
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The Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show
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The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays
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Osceola Magic vs. Birmingham Squadron
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Who's Bad - The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Experience
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Danae Hays Live Performance
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