BIRMINGHAM NATIONAL COALITION

Advertisement
Jan 03 2026CRIME

Birmingham's New Year's Eve: Fewer Shots, More Safety

Birmingham saw a big drop in gunfire during New Year's Eve celebrations in 2026. The city's gunfire detection system, Shot Spotter, picked up 4, 688 rounds in 597 incidents. That's a lot less than the 6, 270 rounds in 948 incidents from 2024 and way less than the 11, 728 rounds in 1, 531 incidents b

reading time less than a minute
Dec 14 2025BUSINESS

Birmingham's Bright Minds: How Local Visionaries Are Changing the Game

Birmingham's growth isn't just luck. It's the result of local innovators sticking around and making things happen. These entrepreneurs are more than just job creators; they're reshaping how people see the city. Bill Smith stands out among them. He's launched several successful startups, all based i

reading time less than a minute
Jul 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Ozzy's Final Bow: A Night of Metal, Memories, and Madness

Birmingham was buzzing with purple fever long before Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath took the stage at Villa Park. The city, known as the birthplace of heavy metal, had been celebrating the band's legacy for weeks. Streets were adorned with murals, balloons, and fans dressed as their favorite metal

reading time less than a minute
Dec 05 2024SPORTS

Big Ten's Recruiting Wins: Oregon Ducks Lead the Pack

National Signing Day for the class of 2025 is almost over, and the Big Ten Conference is making a strong showing. Three schools—Oregon Ducks, Ohio State Buckeyes, and Michigan Wolverines—have recruiting classes in the national top 10. Eight schools in the Big Ten are in the top 25. The On3 Industry

reading time less than a minute
Sep 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Celeb Moms Shine with Their Little Lights

National Daughters Day is a chance to appreciate the incredible bond between moms and their daughters. While the spotlight often focuses on the famous, it's refreshing to see celebrities embracing their role as parents. For many, being a mom is a dream come true, and these photos showcase the joy an

reading time less than a minute
Sep 23 2024CRIME

Shooting Chaos in Birmingham: A Culture of Violence?

Birmingham, Alabama, was rocked by a devastating mass shooting that left four people dead and at least 18 others wounded. The incident occurred on a Saturday night outside a nightclub in the city's vibrant Five Points South entertainment district. According to eyewitnesses, multiple shooters emerged

reading time less than a minute
Sep 22 2024CRIME

Shooting in Birmingham: A Looming Shadow Over a Vibrant Nightlife Hub

Birmingham's popular Five Points South area, known for its lively atmosphere, restaurants, and nightclubs, was the scene of a devastating mass shooting on a recent Saturday evening. The violence left at least four people dead and 18 others injured, with many more caught in the crossfire. The shootin

reading time less than a minute