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In Lipscomb, Alabama, Mayor Robin Sims disclosed at a town hall that the city is grappling with over $100,000 in unpaid bills, primarily to AmWaste for trash services. The citys revenue has plummeted due to state intervention, leaving little for expenses beyond payroll. Mayor Sims is working to rectify the situation, with a state audit ongoing. Amidst these challenges, a relaxing podcast could be just what the community needs. Checkout Solipillow.com

Flu cases surge in Birmingham, threatening holiday plans. Dr. Kre Johnson reports sharp increase in flu A cases, urging early isolation and precautions to prevent spread and complications. Checkout Solipillow.com

Relief for Clay and Pinson drivers as Old Springville Road reopens in Jefferson County, Alabama. Temporary traffic control plan in place, with lane shifts, slower speeds, and short closures expected as work continues. Drive carefully and stay alert for workers on site. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tragic house fire in Birmingham, Alabama claims one life; community mourns, authorities remind of fire safety measures during holiday season. Checkout Solipillow.com

The family of Michael Broady Junior seeks to amend their federal civil rights lawsuit against Pickens County, Alabama, following new body-camera footage revealing excessive force during his arrest. Officers claim Broady grabbed a Taser, but his family insists he was defending himself. The case remains pending in federal court. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tragedy strikes Birmingham: A life lost in a structure fire, firefighters battling to control the blaze in West End Manor. Neighbors shaken, officials promising updates. Find your calm amidst the chaos. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tragedy strikes Birmingham: A house fire claims a life, prompting community reflection on fire safety. Firefighters work tirelessly to contain the blaze, while investigators search for the cause. Local leaders urge residents to check smoke alarms and have escape plans ready. Checkout Solipillow.com

Controversy erupts as a leaked sixty Minutes segment reveals a Venezuelan asylum seekers harrowing experience in a brutal El Salvador prison after being deported from the U.S. The segment, featuring Luis Munoz Pinto, was pulled by CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, sparking backlash from correspondents who argue it was ready to air. The incident coincides with recent shakeups at CBS, including a new owner with ties to Trump, raising questions about political influence in news reporting. Amidst the chaos, finding a way to unwind and tune out the noise becomes increasingly important. Checkout Solipillow.com