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Strong to severe storms this weekend, Turning less humid next week
Weekend Outlook: The muggy weather will continue on Saturday ahead of a cold front. An outflow from a morning MCS will move across Central Alabama. This will set off scattered storms between Noon and 11 PM. Some storms could be strong to severe with gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain. SPC has placed Central Alabama […]
Update: Be prepared for strong thunderstorms in Central Alabama Friday evening
The National Weather Service issued an updated weather alert at 5:27 p.m. on Friday for strong thunderstorms until 6 p.m. for Tuscaloosa, Shelby, Perry and Bibb counties. Residents can look for wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 5:27 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending...
Alabama farmers battle fall armyworms amid rising temperatures
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - These fall armyworms might look small, but according to Alabama Extension, they are mighty. Hence the name army, these worms work together and can destroy an entire field of crops in a single day. Jacob Kelley, regional extension agent for Alabama Extension said the increase of...
Severe thunderstorms possible today through Sunday
CLANTON, Ala. – Several clusters of showers and thunderstorms will move from northwest to southeast across Alabama today through Sunday. A few damaging wind gusts and hail are the main threats. Frequent lightning and heavy downpours will also occur. There is no tornado potential. The first cluster will move across the northern 2/3 of the state this afternoon and evening. A few damaging wind gusts and hail are possible across the northern half of Alabama between 2 pm – 10 pm with the storms weakening south of Livingston – Clanton – Wedowee line. There is less confidence in the timing of...
Stranded boat, assistant principal arrest, and non-citizen voters in Alabama | Aug. 15, 2024
Editor’s Note: “News 5 Now” streams live Monday through Friday at 5:30 p.m. Watch the video above. MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Welcome to WKRG.com’s new streaming show, “News 5 Now,” where we discuss the day’s 5 big stories and interact with you, our viewers. Top 5 Stories It’s time to count down the Big Stories […]
Alabama: “Money is Not the Root of All Evil”
The phrase "money is the root of all evil" is one of the most commonly quoted, yet often misunderstood, sayings. This phrase has been ingrained in popular culture, often invoked to suggest that the pursuit of wealth inevitably leads to moral corruption and societal decay. However, the true nature of money and its impact on human behavior is far more nuanced. Money, in itself, is not the root of all evil; rather, it is the love of money and the intentions behind its use that can lead to harmful consequences.
Report: Dental care, access issues mount in Alabama
Alabamians face substantial challenges in oral health and accessing dental care, according to a new report released by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH). According to the report, nearly half of Alabama’s kindergarten and third-grade students suffer from tooth decay while rural residents face significant barriers to accessing dental care, with fewer practicing dentists […]
Longtime Alabama RB commit Anthony Rogers will ‘know for sure in December’
Longtime Alabama commit Anthony Rogers is still checking out all his options as he heads into his senior year of high school. The 4-star Carver-Montgomery running back committed to Nick Saban’s Alabama staff in June 2023. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
PARA Sets Date for West Alabama Christmas Parade, Vote for Theme Now
As summer winds down and preparations for the final four months of the year ramp up, the Tuscaloosa County Parks and Recreation Authority has set a date for its annual Christmas parade and is looking for input on its theme. PARA is hosting the 48th Annual West Alabama Christmas PARAde...
Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce announces second annual IGNITE Business Summit
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce will host the second annual IGNITE Business Summit on Friday, Sept. 13 at the J. Craig Smith Community Center. Sponsored by First Bank of Alabama, the half-day event will help equip business owners and professionals with strategies for growth and success.
Birmingham woman sues Lane Kiffin, Trumps, and JD Vance, asking for '1,000,000 Gazillions'
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) - How are college football coach Lane Kiffin, members of the Trump family, and VP candidate JD Vance connected? They are all named in a lawsuit filed by a Birmingham woman. According to court documents obtained by ABC 33/40 News, the woman, who we are not...
Man held on $3 million bond after chase ends in crash at Birmingham Citgo; drugs, guns seized
A Bessemer man is being held on $3 million bond after authorities say he led lawmen on a police chase, crashed at a Birmingham gas station and then was found in possession of illegal drugs and guns. Bryant Lamar Robertson, 37, is charged with trafficking fentanyl, trafficking heroin, trafficking methamphetamine,...
"I'm proud of our officers," Jasper Police revive unresponsive man
JASPER, AL (WBMA) — A Jasper man is expected to make a full recovery after Jasper Police found him unresponsive. According to the Jasper Police Department via Facebook, On Saturday, August 10, the Jasper PD responded to a residence where a man was reported unresponsive after cutting grass. Sgt....
2nd & Charles to hold Penny-a-Page sale this weekend
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) — The bookstore 2nd & Charles will have its Penny-a-Page sale this weekend. During this sale, which will happen Saturday, Aug. 17, members of the store’s free rewards program can purchase a maximum of five used books for one penny per page number. For example, with this promotion, a 500-page book could […]
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