Birmingham, Alabama News

CNN Gives $100,000 to Unsung Heroes
Atlanta-based CNN will host its’ secong Thanksgiving night heroes special. The awards show, unusual for a TV news network, will give $100,000 to one of 10 individuals selected by viewers through a vote on the CNN Web site.
NBC13.com  –  Oct 10, 2008 09:43 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

Alabama Governor Rejects Offshore LNG Terminal
Riley announced Thursday that he has rejected the project proposed by Houston-based TORP Technology for a site about 60 miles south of Fort Morgan.
NBC13.com  –  Oct 10, 2008 09:39 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

Not In My Front Yard
Southside residents up in arms over proposal by drug store chain. Say new store isn't needed in neighborhood.
CBS42.com  –  Oct 10, 2008 04:50 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

Car tumbles down cliff near Vulcan Park
Driver was conscious and alert when he was extracted from the vehicle, police say.A car tumbled about 100 yards down the cliff near Vulcan Park tonight, but the driver was not seriously injured, police said. Jake DanielsTwo members of Birmingham's fire and rescue team from Station 2 move the dr ... more »
al.com - Everything Alabama  –  Oct 10, 2008 03:16 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

The Picker: Charles Hollis shares college football winners, losers on video
Auburn cuts loose in a post-Franklin surge beyond expectations. Plus, Florida or LSU?The Picker is Birmingham News columnist Charles Hollis.Tony Franklin is fired and dispenses with The Picker's worries that Auburn could falter again. They will win big, perhaps as big as the 19-point line. Holl ... more »
al.com - Everything Alabama  –  Oct 10, 2008 02:32 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

Better In A Vintage Beetle?
Even with gas prices declining... folks are still trying to find ways to save money. It goes beyond the pump. They"re also trying to save on vehicle maintenance. And instead of buying a new automobile... some are fixing up their smaller and older automobiles... and others are going back in tim ... more »
ABC 33/40 News  –  Oct 10, 2008 02:07 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

Some Cities Making Money During Economic Hardship
Many shoppers say they"re cutting back... and most businesses claim sales are down. But some local cities say their bottom lines show spending is up.from ABC 33/40 News
ABC 33/40 News  –  Oct 10, 2008 02:03 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

Football Fans Weigh In on Auburn Coaching Drama
It may be an Alabama bye-week but tide fans are still abuzz about football. And it's not just about their own team.
CBS42.com  –  Oct 10, 2008 12:50 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

Arrest Made in Birmingham’s 64th Homicide
Birmingham Police Chief A.C. Roper is outraged over the city's latest murder arrest.
CBS42.com  –  Oct 10, 2008 12:50 AM [GMT]  –  comment?

Expect partly cloudy skies and comfortable temperatures Friday
A pleasant night lies ahead for the Birmingham metropolitan area. After a high of 79 today in Birmingham, the low tonight will fall near 62 under partly cloudy skies, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast also looks great for Friday night's high school football games. The high ... more »
al.com - Everything Alabama  –  Oct 10, 2008 12:45 AM [GMT]  –  comment?