Bessemer, AL news on Friday, October 16, 2026

In Bessemer, AL on Friday, October 16, 2026: Mayor launches 90-day Bessemer cleanup blitz. Also: Michigan man's 2025 killing outside Bessemer Family Dollar remains unsolved after one year; Jefferson County awarded $2.5 million grant to support infrastructure changes at industrial park. Weather: Mostly clear and cool today, 50–62°F with winds up to 15 mph.

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Headlines

Bessemer mayor launches 90-day neighborhood cleanup blitz as first major initiative.AL.com · Oct 16, 10:17 AM

Safety & emergencies

Michigan man's 2025 killing outside Bessemer Family Dollar remains unsolved after one year.AL.com · Oct 16, 12:51 PM
Jefferson County man's 40-year prison sentence for child abuse upheld on appeal.12newsnow.com · Oct 16, 6:38 PM · Around

Business & new openings

Jefferson County awarded $2.5 million grant to support infrastructure changes at industrial park.WCTV · Oct 16, 2:59 PM · Around

Schools & kids

Jefferson County schools increased security measures following school shooting in nearby Bend.Madras Pioneer · Oct 16, 1:32 PM · Around

Health & care

Six Jefferson County restaurants returned to compliance; roach infestation temporarily closed Northport gas station.WBRC · Oct 16, 6:21 PM · Around

Community & volunteering

Violence prevention skate event returns to Bessemer, promoting peace and honoring three young people killed.WBRC · Oct 15, 10:50 PM

Notices, lost & found

Jefferson County election officials outline key dates and voting changes ahead of November.exploreJefferson · Oct 16, 9:10 AM · Around

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