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University of Alabama system schools to replace DEI offices with access, opportunity offices
The University of Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham and University of Alabama in Huntsville said Tuesday they planned to eliminate their DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) offices while launching new offices that seem to aim to address similar goals. The changes come after the Alabama Legislature last spring approved a bill that limited the […] The post University of Alabama system schools to replace DEI offices with access, opportunity offices appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Two northwest Alabama airports receive money for improvements
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WTVA) — Two airports in northwest Alabama received money for improvements, the Alabama Department of Transportation announced. The Posey Field Airport in Haleyville received $236,433 — a combination of federal, state and local money — for improvements to its southeast hangar. The Russellville Municipal Airport...
Small Businesses Get Training Boost from Alabama SBDC
TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — With funding from the U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative, the Alabama Small Business Development Center at The University of Alabama launched the AssistAL program to significantly increase its capacity for technical assistance in the form of advising and training to help business owners get the capital they need.
Flood advisory affecting Central Alabama until Tuesday evening
A flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 5:11 p.m. in effect until 8:15 p.m. for Jefferson, St. Clair and Shelby counties. The weather service adds, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas....
UAB makes adjustments under new laws, closes DEI Office
As the legal landscape in higher education has evolved with the passing of laws like Alabama Act 2024-34 (i.e., SB 129), UAB has taken steps to ensure it can effectively improve the lives of people at UAB and across Birmingham, Alabama, and beyond while complying with legal requirements. Following a...
‘Ten minutes before he was laughing’ Pastor speaks out after five family members were killed
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - 32-year-old Brandon Kendrick is accused of killing his wife, two children, and two other children. His grandfather, pastor allan Kendrick, serves as the pastor of Oasis of Praise in Bessemer. He addressed the tragedy during his Sunday sermon and spoke about the moments before. “All he...
Sextortion cases rising in Calera, how officers are helping parents and kids stay informed
CALERA, Ala. (WBRC) - Calera police are working to make sure your children are safe from the dangers of sextortion. Officers are sharing what you need to know as cases rise in Alabama and across the country. Calera police Chief David Hyche told WBRC, The National Center For Missing And...
New strain of Fentanyl spotted in Shelby County
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Shelby County Drug Task Force investigators say they have now seen the first case of a new form of fentanyl. Just in the last few weeks, several illegal drugs were found at a house near Helena. Investigators with the drug task force are working with...
Massive Tuscaloosa church theft nears resolution
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - An update has been given on a theft at a Tuscaloosa church. A church employee at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church has been accused of stealing $300,000 and using the money to buy TikTok coins. She’s expected to appear in court Tuesday morning. Court...
Sam’s Club and Costco members unhappy with changes
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Shoppers love Sam’s Club and Costco for their wide variety of items, low prices, and deep discounts if you buy in bulk. But both chains have just announced big changes that are making some longtime customers very unhappy. Sam’s Club has quietly made changes to...
Bibb County man accused of killing wife, 4 children pleads not guilty by mental disease
BIBB COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A Bibb County man accused of killing his wife and four children last week pleaded not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect during a court appearance Monday. 32-year-old Brandon Kendrick is charged with five counts of capital murder in the July 19 shooting that killed his wife Kelsey […]
Prattville unveils Vista Pointe Park plans at Founders Day Celebration
The City of Prattville, in partnership with the Autauga County Heritage Association, unveiled plans for a new park within the current Daniel Pratt Cemetery during the Founders Day ceremony last Friday. Vista Pointe Park will overlook The Mill and Spillway Park located in downtown Prattville. The park will sit roughly...
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