BIRMINGHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT

Mar 11 2026CRIME

A Bus Blaze in Kerzers Raises Questions About Intent

Police in Switzerland are looking into whether a bus fire that claimed six lives was set on purpose. The incident happened Tuesday evening in Kerzers, a town about 15 miles from Bern. Authorities say an “unidentified voluntary act” might have started the blaze, but they are still gathering evidence.

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Feb 26 2026CRIME

Snowball Fight Turns to Arrest in New York

Police in New York City have taken a 27‑year‑old man into custody after he allegedly hurled snow and ice at officers during a park fight. The incident happened in Washington Square Park earlier this week, sparking a debate about public safety and protest tactics. Authorities say the man, identified

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Feb 17 2026SPORTS

Caught in a Surprise Search

Police stopped Marshon Lattimore’s car after it was found with expired license plates. The driver, a former NFL cornerback, told the officer that he had no weapons in the vehicle. The stop began as a routine traffic check for a minor violation. When asked about guns or knives, Lattimore ans

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Feb 15 2026CRIME

A Night of Stops, Searches and No Arrests

Police in Tucson carried out a big operation last Friday night after the 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie vanished from her home on February 1. The sheriff’s office said a man was stopped near a Culver’s parking lot, handcuffed and later released. He had been involved in a traffic stop that was linked to a

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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

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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

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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

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

How Local News Talks About the Police

Police actions against Black citizens have sparked heated discussions across the U. S. over the past decade. These debates often center around the role of police in society. Many believe that news outlets have become more critical of the police. However, a recent study challenges this idea. Researc

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Oct 23 2024CRIME

Arizona Office Shooting Suspect Arrested After Months of Targeted Attacks

Police in Arizona have finally caught a man who's been terrorizing a political office for weeks. The 60-year-old suspect, Jeffrey Michael Kelly, was arrested for shooting at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) office in Tempe multiple times. He's also accused of hanging suspicious bags with razo

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Oct 15 2024CRIME

Chemical Smuggling Bust: Spain Stops Russia-Bound Shipment

Police in Spain have uncovered a major smuggling operation, seizing 13 tons of banned chemicals. These chemicals, which could be used to make chemical weapons, were headed to Russia. The operation took place despite the sanctions put in place due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Four suspected crimi

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