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End of an Era: Oak Mountain Amphitheatre to Close After Nearly 40 Years
PELHAM, Ala. (AP) — After nearly four decades as a cornerstone of Alabama’s live music scene, the Oak Mountain Amphitheatre is set to close its doors. The iconic venue in Pelham will host its final concert on October 15, 2024, featuring award-winning artist Post Malone. Opened in 1986, the amphitheater has been a premier destination…
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New $18.6 Million Surgery Center to Enhance Healthcare Services in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A new $18.6 million surgery center is set to enhance healthcare services in Birmingham, providing residents with state-of-the-art medical facilities and personalized care. Located at 2621 19th Street South, the Birmingham Surgery Center aims to offer a patient-focused environment that eliminates the inconveniences often associated with hospital-based care. The center combines advanced…
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Lawsuit Filed Against Alabama Officials Over Alleged Voter Suppression of Naturalized Citizens
Montgomery, Ala. — A coalition of voter rights groups has filed a lawsuit against Alabama officials, alleging that a state policy unlawfully suppresses the voting rights of naturalized citizens. The lawsuit, filed against Secretary of State Wes Allen and Attorney General Steve Marshall, claims that the policy unfairly targets naturalized citizens by removing them from…
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Motorist Killed in Targeted Shooting on I-65 in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.— A fatal shooting on Interstate 65 in Birmingham Tuesday night left 55-year-old Jonathan Lenair Bradberry dead, prompting authorities to classify the incident as a targeted attack. Bradberry was driving northbound when multiple shots were fired into his vehicle, causing him to lose control and crash into a concrete median near the 32nd Avenue…
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Scientist Awarded $3.8 Million in Harassment Lawsuit Against University of Alabama at Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Fariba Moeinpour, an Iranian-born research scientist, has been awarded $3.8 million in damages by a federal jury after a nearly decade-long legal battle against the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Moeinpour, 59, sued UAB, alleging she endured racial and national origin harassment from a colleague, Janet Cagle, while university officials failed…
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Longtime Birmingham Gay Club Loses License, Closes after Incidents
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Quest, a longtime fixture in Birmingham’s nightlife scene, is shutting down after losing its license following a series of incidents. The 24-hour gay and alternative dance club, located at 416 24th St. S., has operated since the 1970s. Known for its techno and pop music, drag shows, and Saturday “Ladies’ Night”…