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From WBMA, wvtm and 22 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
WBMA1 hour ago
Trans-Siberian Orchestra 2026 | Talk of Alabama | 11.4.2026, on WBMAThe Trans-Siberian Orchestra is returning to Birmingham to commemorate the return of the Ghost of Christmas Eve.To order your tickets visit trans-siberian.com
wvtm1 hour ago
Shelby County school bus involved in crash in Chelsea; no injuries reported, on wvtmA school bus carrying five students was involved in a single-vehicle crash Wednesday morning in Chelsea, according to Shelby County Schools.
WBMA2 hours ago
Shelby County school bus involved in crash while carrying students, on WBMAA Shelby County Schools bus was involved in a single-vehicle crash this morning while transporting students.Five middle and high school-aged students were on bo
thehomewoodstar.com2 hours ago
Homewood planning board recommends approval for new Samford parking lot, on thehomewoodstar.comNearby residents raised concerns about stormwater, tree removal, lighting, noise and construciton.
256 Today2 hours ago
UAB breaks ground on Decatur dental clinic aimed at expanding North Alabama care, on 256 TodayExplore the UAB Decatur dental clinic, enhancing patient care and providing essential training for dental students in North Alabama.
Also reported byDecatur Daily
AL.com2 hours ago
Browns backup quarterback likely to get first start of season on Sunday, on AL.comCleveland Browns backup quarterback Shedeur Sanders is likely to start Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints.
The Greenville Advocate3 hours ago
Upcoming Butler County Events, on The Greenville AdvocateButler County’s upcoming calendar includes school board meetings, library clubs, free training, a holiday festival and a softball camp.
VestaviaVoice.com3 hours ago
Rebels finish at No. 4 in ASWA poll, on VestaviaVoice.comThis week's Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings are out.
Also reported byHooverSun.comthehomewoodstar.comTimes-Journal
wvtm4 hours ago
'The numbers don't make sense': Candidate seeks recount in tight Jefferson County race, on wvtmA candidate in a tight Jefferson County race says he is seeking a recount as his opponent leads by a narrow margin in the undecided contest. The candidate says his opponent is not honest and would do whatever it takes to win.
WBRC4 hours ago
School bus crashes in Shelby County Wednesday morning, on WBRCThe bus left County Road 36 near Flagstone Drive.
Bham Now4 hours ago
Desi Twist brings upscale Mughlai Indian cuisine to Hoover, on Bham Now🍛 HOOVER'S NEW INDIAN FINE DINING: Desi Twist just opened on Brocks Gap Parkway, serving tandoori lamb chops, 10 kinds of bread and a weekend brunch with chicken tikka benedict.
WBMA4 hours ago
Camara Blue says he will request recount in Jefferson County Commission race, on WBMACamara Blue says she is taking the first steps to request a recount in the Jefferson County Commission District 3 race.In a Facebook post, Blue said her lead na
Bham Now4 hours ago
Giant new Pepsi sign transforms Birmingham skyline [PHOTOS], on Bham Now🥤 BHAM'S NEWEST SKYLINE LANDMARK: Those six 45-foot silos you pass on I-59/20 just got a bold Pepsi makeover, and two local family businesses spent seven years making it happen. 👇 NowPartner
The Anniston Star5 hours ago
On this day — November 4, on The Anniston StarThe band director of Calhoun County High School, James Raymond Simpson Jr., was crowned “Anniston’s Most Eligible Bachelor” Nov. 3, 1951, in a ceremony at the Jefferson Davis Hotel.
The Auburn Plainsman5 hours ago
Tuberville declares victory at Auburn watch party, amid press conflict, on The Auburn PlainsmanTommy Tuberville officially declared victory over his opponent, Doug Jones, at his campaign's watch party, located at the Hotel at Auburn University, on Nov. 3. Notably, Tuberville gave the victory speech when Jones had not conceded and two hours before the Associated Press called the race.
Alabama Daily News5 hours ago
Alabama voters approve all four constitutional amendments, on Alabama Daily NewsBIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama voters approved all four proposed statewide constitutional amendments Tuesday, including three affecting public schools, according to unofficial results posted on the Alabama Secretary of State’s website. Amendment 2, which allows neighboring county school systems to merge, was the closest contest, passing with 50.9% of the vote. Voters in 30 of Alabama’s 67
Yellowhammer News6 hours ago
New PARCA study estimates Samford University generated $1.08 billion in economic impact across Alabama in fiscal 2025, on Yellowhammer NewsStudents buying meals, families booking hotel rooms and crews building new campus facilities all contribute to Samford University’s economic impact in Alabama, which a new study estimates at $1.08 billion during fiscal 2025. The Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama estimates that activity associated with the Homewood university supported 7,646 jobs statewide through university operations,
The Birmingham Times6 hours ago
‘Bring it on’: Rep. Terri Sewell Claims Midterm Victory But Says There’s Still Work To Do, on The Birmingham TimesBy Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times The mood was jovial as the results were called for U.S. Representative Terri Sewell’s race at her joint watch party with Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway at City Club in downtown Birmingham, but she says there’s still work to be done as she heads into her eighth
WBRC6 hours ago
First Alert Weather: Scattered showers, storms Wednesday, on WBRCWe expect showers and storms to slowly drift to the east-northeast throughout the day.
WBHM 90.36 hours ago
'A stay-the-course state': the blue wave misses Alabama, on WBHM 90.3Tuesday's election may have been a blue tsunami nationally, but it was perhaps more of a blue trickle in Alabama.
MountainEagle.com7 hours ago
Commission gives formal industrial park designation for Heritage, on MountainEagle.comThe Walker County Commission on Oct. 19 gave formal approval, by way of an official state designation, to name the Heritage Industrial Park near the Dora area as an industrial ...
AL.com11 hours ago
Katherine Robertson becomes first woman elected attorney general of Alabama, on AL.comKatherine Robertson, a longtime chief counsel under Steve Marshall, made history as Alabama's first woman elected AG.
Montgomery Advertiser11 hours ago
See Doug Jones election night watch party in Birmingham, on Montgomery AdvertiserPhoto gallery of Gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones' election night watch party in Birmingham
AL.com12 hours ago
Sheriffs and other incumbents hold on in key Jefferson, Shelby County races, on AL.comVoters in Jefferson and Shelby counties decided local races for sheriff, county commission, school board and other offices in the Nov. 3 general election.
Shelby County Reporter12 hours ago
Lina Evans reelected as Shelby County Coroner, on Shelby County ReporterAL.com13 hours ago
Incumbents keep most Congressional and legislative seats in Jefferson and Shelby counties, on AL.comVoters in Jefferson and Shelby counties decided several contested congressional and state legislative races in the Nov. 3 general election.
The Sand Mountain Reporter13 hours ago
Boaz Fights Off the Rain and the Spartans In First Round of Flag Football Playoffs, on The Sand Mountain ReporterThe Boaz Pirates welcomed the Mountain Brook Spartans to L.F. Corley Jr. Stadium on Tuesday night for the first round of the class 5A flag football state playoffs.
Shelby County Reporter14 hours ago
Susan DuBose reelected as state representative for District 45, on Shelby County ReporterState Rep. Susan Dubose will serve another four years in the Alabama House of Representatives for District 45 after winning the General Election on Nov. 3.
Shelby County Reporter14 hours ago
Sheriff John Samaniego reelected as Shelby County Sheriff, on Shelby County ReporterShelby County Reporter14 hours ago
Nell Brown wins representative seat for District 15, on Shelby County ReporterFollowing the General Election on Nov. 3, Nell Brown will assume the seat of District 15 representative.
Shelby County Reporter14 hours ago
Corley Ellis reelected as state representative for District 41, on Shelby County ReporterState Rep. Corley Ellis will serve another four years in the Alabama House of Representatives after the Nov. 3 general election.
Shelby County Reporter14 hours ago
Peg Hill wins reelection to Place 2 on Shelby County BOE, on Shelby County ReporterPeg Hill secured reelection to Place 2 on the Shelby County Schools Board of Education in the general eleciton.
Alabama's 4214 hours ago
Congresswoman Terri Sewell reelected to congress, on Alabama's 42Congresswoman Terri Sewell has been reelected to represent Alabama’s 7th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
The Birmingham Times15 hours ago
Iron City Legends: Honoring Ron ‘Papa Jack’ Jackson and His Enduring Legacy, on The Birmingham Timesbirminghamal.gov The Center for Negro League Baseball Research, in partnership with the Negro Southern League Museum and Jefferson County District 2 Commissioner Sheila Tyson, will honor Ron “Papa Jack” Jackson with the Enduring Legacy Award on Thursday, November 5, recognizing his decades of dedication to preserving Birmingham’s rich baseball heritage and creating opportunities for future
WBRC16 hours ago
First Alert Weather: Tracking rain Tuesday night, chance of storms Wednesday, on WBRCScattered shower development continues through the night. An isolated thunderstorm is possible.
Touchdown Alabama16 hours ago
Biggest takeaway from Alabama defeating Sam Houston, on Touchdown AlabamaThe Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Sam Houston Bearkats in dominating fashion tonight. Alabama won by a final score of 96-74, as transfer forward Drew Fielder and sophomore London Jemison led the way with a team high 15 points. The Tide got off to an underwhelming start on the offensive end of the floor in
The Birmingham Times17 hours ago
Tech Founder David A. Craig Builds a Digital Workforce With Humans Still in Charge, on The Birmingham TimesBy Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times David A. Craig compares the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence boom to the Gold Rush of the mid-1800s. “I know what’s ahead for the way of work and the wealth transfer that’s coming up in 2030,” he said. “There’s a $30 trillion transfer of wealth. I know that
WBRC17 hours ago
College Football Playoff committee releases first 2026 rankings, on WBRCFor the first time in program history, the Miami Hurricanes are the #1 team in the CFP.
In brief
The short notes of 5AM Hoover’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
School zoningThe Planning and Zoning Commission on Monday night recommended that the City Council approve Trinity Presbyterian Church's K-8 school on its property across Alabama 119 from Tattersall Park.
The Planning and Zoning Commission on Monday night recommended that the City Council approve Trinity Presbyterian Church's K-8 school on its property across Alabama 119 from Tattersall Park. Church officials say they still believe the school is having to jump through unreasonable and unconstitutional hoops to open.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: 280 Living
Playoff footballHoover (4-6) visits Bob Jones (5-5) on Fri., Nov.
Hoover (4-6) visits Bob Jones (5-5) on Fri., Nov. 6, at 7 p.m. at Madison City Schools Stadium. The Bucs beat Tuscaloosa County 49-0 on Oct. 23 to clinch the sixth and final playoff spot in Class 6A, Region 3, and they could get quarterback Kaleb Freeman back. Vestavia Hills (7-2) hosts Huntsville (4-6) the same night, and Briarwood advances after St. John Paul II forfeited.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: HooverSun.com, VestaviaVoice.com, 280 Living
Gas pricesBirmingham's average gas price fell 10 cents in a week to $3.67 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy's survey of 550 local stations.
Birmingham's average gas price fell 10 cents in a week to $3.67 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy's survey of 550 local stations. The cheapest station was $3.48 on Sunday, and the priciest was $4.09.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: WBMA
Abhi VestaviaChef Abhi Sainju plans to open Abhi Vestavia by the end of November at 3161 Cahaba Heights Road, in the former Satterfields space.
Chef Abhi Sainju plans to open Abhi Vestavia by the end of November at 3161 Cahaba Heights Road, in the former Satterfields space. Expect sushi, ramen and cocktails, with a 100-seat dining room.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: VestaviaVoice.com
Bessemer dispensaryIf you have an Alabama medical cannabis card, Callie's Apothecary opens its Bessemer dispensary Tuesday morning on Greenmor Drive, just off Interstate 459.
If you have an Alabama medical cannabis card, Callie's Apothecary opens its Bessemer dispensary Tuesday morning on Greenmor Drive, just off Interstate 459. It's the fourth dispensary to open statewide.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: wvtm
Raising Cane'sRaising Cane's is slated to open Nov. 23 at 1672 Gadsden Highway in Trussville.
Raising Cane's is slated to open Nov. 23 at 1672 Gadsden Highway in Trussville. It will be the chain's second Birmingham-metro location.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Bham Now