🌱 Ethics Trial For JeffCo Judge + Injured Police Officer ID'ed

Good morning, Birmingham! It's Tuesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on around Birmingham today. The off-duty police officer who was shot while working security at The Quest nightclub has been identified. So has the guy who reportedly shot him. Also in the news, a Jefferson County judge is going to trial for ethics charges. I'm interested to see how this turns out. Read more below.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 71 Low: 54.

Here are the top stories in Birmingham today:

1. An off-duty Birmingham police officer who was shot in the foot while working security at The Quest nightclub early Saturday morning has been identified. (Birmingham Patch)
2. Seven people were injured in multi-vehicle crash on I-59/20 westbound in Fairfield Monday. (WVTM13)
3. This is a cool story. Thompson Middle School installed a new weather station and then received a surprise from meteorologist James Spann. (Shelby County Reporter)
4. Jefferson County Judge Tracie Todd is set for trial on ethics charges, and could be removed from office if convicted (WBRC)
5. Jefferson County is inching closer to getting federal assistance to clean up from the Oct. 6 flood event. (WVTM13)

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Today in Birmingham:

• Enjoy Taco & Tequila Tuesday from open to close at Cabo Coastal Grill. (11 a.m.)
• November Membership Luncheon at the Homewood Chamber of Commerce. (11:30 a.m.)
• Give blood! The LAH Blood Drive in Homewood is today. (2 p.m.)
• See Chris Thile live at UAB's Alys Stephens Center. (7 p.m.)
• Bring your brain and your thirst for great craft beer at Trim Tab Trivia Night. (7 p.m.)

Birmingham Patch Notebook

• Bham Now's FIRST-EVER Nowie Awards are here! Nominate your foodie faves by Dec. 3. (Bham Now)
• The Junior League of Birmingham is hosting Market Noel. (WIAT - CBS42.com)
• Birmingham Police Department Officer Harry Long was recently sworn in and has returned to protect, serve and respect! Please join us in welcoming him back to the community. (Facebook)
• Birmingham City Schools kicked off American Education Week, which runs through Friday, Nov. 19. As part of the National Education Association’s (NEA) campaign, each day has its own theme, and we invite you to celebrate our public school community. (Facebook)
• The City of Birmingham is proud to support National Apprenticeship Week. In cities like Birmingham, where many of our residents grapple with economic disadvantages, it's vital that we prioritize investing in apprenticeships. (Instagram)

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