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World · November 1, 2026

1 dead, 8 injured in Alabama shooting after football game, police say

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One person was killed and at least eight others were injured in a shooting following a football game in Birmingham, Alabama. The incident occurred around 7:50 p.m. in the 400 block of Graymont Avenue West, near Legion Field, following the Magic City Classic game between Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University. Birmingham police reported that one victim is in critical condition while seven others are stable. Multiple firearms were recovered from the scene, and police have detained at least one person for questioning, though no formal arrests have been announced.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • One person was killed in the shooting.
  • The shooting occurred at approximately 7:50 p.m.
  • The incident took place in the 400 block of Graymont Avenue West, near Legion Field.
  • One victim was listed in critical condition and seven others were in stable condition.
  • Multiple firearms were recovered at the scene.
  • The shooting followed a football game in Birmingham, Alabama.

Reported by only some outlets

  • Newsweek reports nine people were injured, while ABC News and Fox News report eight people were injured.
  • Newsweek and Fox News identify the game as the Magic City Classic between Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University.
  • ABC News and Newsweek report that one person was detained and transported for questioning.
  • Fox News reports that no arrests have been announced.
  • Fox News notes that the game involves two historically Black universities.
  • Fox News reports that all remaining tailgating activities were canceled following the shooting.
  • Fox News mentions the event typically draws over 100,000 fans.

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