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Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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Daily 2-minute local news for Birmingham, Alabama (United States): key incidents, city decisions, events, weather, and trending stories. Fresh every day.

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Episodes
  • Birmingham News Today — May 09, 2026

    Birmingham News Today — May 09, 2026
    May 9 2026
    Birmingham police are searching for a missing 72-year-old man last seen in March, while the city faces criticism over its water utility's poor customer satisfaction rankings. A mental health fair and a major criminal conviction also dominate the local news.
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  • Birmingham News Today — May 08, 2026

    Birmingham News Today — May 08, 2026
    May 8 2026
    Birmingham officials confirm a woman was struck by a train in downtown Birmingham, while a man died at the county jail from a medical incident sparking calls for better healthcare in corrections. The city also announced Alabama’s first doctors can now recommend medical marijuana, and tourism revenue hit a record $2.62 billion last year.
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  • Birmingham News Today — May 07, 2026

    Birmingham News Today — May 07, 2026
    May 7 2026
    Birmingham: A child was struck by a vehicle in a local area overnight, prompting an emergency response and traffic safety review. Severe weather with thunderstorms and a flood watch affects the metro area, while Trussville's elementary school starts a $30 million expansion project.
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