Derek Chauvin’s Mother Addressed The Court Before His Sentencing And Told The Court He Was Innocent, Not Racist & “A Good Man”
Roommates, just minutes before he was eventually sentenced to 22 ½ years in prison for the May 2020 murder of George Floyd, Derek Chauvin’s mother, Carolyn Pawlenty, spoke directly to the judge and pleaded for leniency in his sentencing. At one point during her written statement, she referred to Derek Chau...
Jun 25, 2021
George Floyd's Brother, Terrence Floyd Addresses Derek Chauvin In Court
The day that many people have been anticipating has arrived, and before Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill could give Derek Chavin his sentence. The family members of George Floyd spoke before the court to offer their statements before learning how long Chauvin would be in prison. One of the three members to speak befo...
Jun 25, 2021
Medicare will start covering weight-loss drugs on July 1 for the first time
Millions of Medicare enrollees will gain their first-ever coverage for drugs for weight loss under a temporary pilot program that launches July 1.
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First-ever dinosaur bone from Antarctica had been sitting in a drawer for decades
A fossil that was sitting in a collection drawer for decades has been found to belong to the first dinosaur remains ever discovered in Antarctica.
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Thousands of air conditioners recalled over fire risk: How to check if your unit is affected
Thousands of air conditioners have been recalled due to severe fire and burn hazards.
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Nurture, Inc., Negro Southern League Museum Look to Preserve History While Healing the Community
birminghamal.gov The Negro Southern League Museum (NSLM), in partnership with Nurture, Inc., is launching a series of community health and wellness events designed to support mental, emotional, and physical well‑being throughout Birmingham. Josh Gibson, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Negro Leagues ...
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You Had Me At Hello: Love Lessons from Barack and Michelle Obama
The Birmingham Times Former first lady Michelle Obama delivered a loving and heartfelt tribute to her husband on Thursday at the Obama Presidential Center's grand opening ceremony in Chicago. Her words brought President Barack Obama to tears. "You told me all those years ago that you couldn't promise me the world,...
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Opinion: With Silent Book Club, Reading Never Feels Like Homework
By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times I've gotten used to the funny looks people give me when I mention that I'm going to a Silent Book Club meeting. After all, isn't discussing what you're reading the whole point of a book club? So what is Silent Book Club, and what's the point? With [...]
Jun 29, 2026
Birmingham Updates List of City Pools Open for Summer 2026 After Re-Evaluation
From Online Reports Birmingham Park and Recreation Board announced changes to what city pools will be open for the summer 2026 season. On May 21, the board announced plans to open seven of the city pools for the summer. The board says at that time, they believed all seven would be able to open safely [...]
Jun 29, 2026
No Ceilings: Everette Taylor Challenges Innovators to Dream Bigger at Sloss Tech
By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Everette Taylor stood on stage wearing cornrows, sneakers and a quiet confidence that immediately set the tone for his keynote address at Day Two Sloss Tech 2026. The CEO of Kickstarter wasn't there to deliver another polished corporate speech filled with startup jargon or buzzwords....
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