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A TikTok sign is displayed on top of their building in Culver City, California. It shows a musical note followed by the words "Tik Tok."

Richard Vogel

TikTok settles lawsuit with Alabama for at least $100 million, will implement safety features

Alabama sued TikTok in 2025, claiming the platform negatively impacts youth mental health. The settlement includes enhance parental controls and content moderation.

Birmingham leaders stand side by side and introduce the Cradle to Careers Roadmap initiative. A sign behind them reads "A roadmap to success for our children and familes."

James Giles

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Birmingham launches Cradle-to-Career roadmap for children and families

James Giles

People stand on a pier at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab with calm water and a mostly sunny sky.

Lauren Linahan

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Conserving the Coast: 3 things to know about Dauphin Island Sea Lab

Lauren Linahan

This Weekend Today

This Weekend Today

Music, Arts & Wu-Tang

Here's your round up of events to check out in Birmingham this weekend from BHMSTR's Sam George.

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The cost of freedom: Parole, probation fees create heavy burdens for Gulf South residents

Elise Catrion Gregg

Across the Gulf South, people on parole and probation are responsible for much of the cost of community supervision. For many, it’s an untenable financial burden.
Aubri Juhasz

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Brumley visits Louisiana schools for ‘Freedom Week’

Aubri Juhasz

Public schools observe the week, timed to national Constitution Day on Sept. 17, by teaching students about Americans' freedoms and where they come from.

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Trump calls Iranian plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz not 'acceptable'

Ava Pukatch

President Trump said he was rejecting an Iranian plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian proposal is similar to a memorandum of understanding agreed upon by the U.S. and Iran back in June.
OpenAI says its models engaged with US government websites in misbehavior disclosure

The Associated Press

The disclosure is the latest in a string of incidents in which the AI platform has been caught going rogue. OpenAI says it is reviewing the findings.
Windy weddings and rocky cruises: How East Coasters are braving the nor'easter this weekend

Ava Berger, Scott Simon

Northeast states saw rising tides and widespread power outages on Saturday as the storm ripped through the region. Forecasters expect significant winds and rain throughout the weekend.
Why this island paradise has the world's fastest-growing HIV epidemic

David Cox

In mid-September, Fiji's government declared a national emergency because of a startling rise in HIV infections. The country's crystal meth epidemic is a strong contributing factor.
Meal deliveries can save money and improve health. Will they survive Medicaid cuts?

Priyanka D McCluskey

Some states deliver meals to Medicaid patients that address their dietary needs. Evidence shows it aids recovery and saves healthcare costs, but federal budget cuts may lead some states to cancel it.