Birmingham, AL news on Thursday, October 22, 2026

In Birmingham, AL on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Auburn-Alabama hoops exhibition tonight in Birmingham. Also: Three Birmingham-area teachers named 2026 Charter School Teachers of the Year; Former college football player arrested in connection with Birmingham robbery homicide. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with temperatures between 54–71°F and light winds.

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Headlines

Auburn and Alabama play exhibition basketball tonight in Birmingham; watch free on streaming.AL.com · Oct 22, 12:19 PM

News & local government

Drone pilot questions how Birmingham will enforce new event flight restrictions.WBMA · Oct 22, 6:01 PM

Safety & emergencies

Former college football player arrested in connection with Birmingham robbery homicide.AL.com · Oct 22, 5:25 PM

Events & going out

Seventy concerts scheduled in Birmingham during November 2026; check listings for dates and venues.Bham Now · Oct 22, 11:02 AM

Food & drink

Three new Alabama restaurants earn Michelin Guide recommendations for 2026.AL.com · Oct 21, 8:49 PM

Business & new openings

Birmingham business leaders call for increased local contract spending to boost tax revenue.The Business Journals · Oct 22, 11:08 AM

Schools & kids

Three Birmingham-area teachers named 2026 Charter School Teachers of the Year.Bham Now · Oct 22, 12:27 PM

Community & volunteering

Birmingham event amplifies voices of domestic violence survivors today.wvtm · Oct 22, 7:16 PM

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