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1 killed, 1 injured in Tuscaloosa crash
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — A Brookwood man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday evening in Tuscaloosa. The crash happened at the intersection of 55th Avenue East and Old Birmingham Highway when a truck crossed the center lane of Old Birmingham Road and crashed into an oncoming Jeep. Tuscaloosa Police Department said the crash happened […]
Alabama Bans Kids Book Due To Author’s “Gay” Name
This sounds like an absolute joke. However, it appears to be 100% real. I love how this stuff makes ALL of Alabama look to folks around the USA. It seems pretty dang silly. "Read Me A Book, Stella" is written by Marie-Louise Gay. And that seems to be the problem....
Prattville City Council honors two prominent Autauga County citizens
Prattville City Council honored two prominent Autauga County residents Tuesday night. Where their accolades and successes reflect the celebrated growth within the Prattville city limits. One of the prominent individuals the Council honored, was Jeeah Kim as the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman of Autauga County. Kim attends the Alabama School...
Coaches Corner: Miles Holcomb shares his path to Tuscaloosa County football
Football has nearly always been a part of Miles Holcomb's life. The now-Tuscaloosa County head football coach and Crossville, Alabama, native first got around the game when he was in the second grade, serving as an assistant manager to the Crossville team much due to the influence of his then-PE coach. He wanted to play football, but without permission from his father to do so, Holcomb instead served as an assistant manager for the team, which he...
Top photos from Alabama's time at 2024 SEC media days
The third day of 2024 SEC media days is underway and it opened up with new Alabama Crimson Tide football head coach Kalen DeBoer speaking at the main podium, addressing media members, speaking to fans and answering a series of questions. Alabama was well represented at SEC media days, which...
Alabama teammates say former Tyler Legacy RB Jam Miller's hard work is paying off
DALLAS — Former Tyler Legacy running back Jamarion (Jam) Miller is entering his third season at the University of Alabama. Miller — a four-star prospect in the Class of 2022 — has carried the ball 74 times for 424 yards and three touchdowns. He’s also caught five passes for 73 yards and a touchdown.
VA Town Hall addresses questions for veterans
FAYETTE — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other veterans’ organizations held a town hall meeting in the Fayette Civic Center on Friday, June 14. The Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center put on the event to help veterans seek answers to their questions regarding benefits and other issues.
Alabama football player rankings in EA Sports College Football 25
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The new EA Sports College Football 25 video game releases Friday, but those who pre-ordered the game gained three days early access. This is the first college football game produced by EA Sports since 2013. The Crimson Tide are rated the fourth-best team in the game with a 92 overall rating […]
Happy Gump Day! Will the SEC finally get a 9th game in 2025?
Nick Saban may be absent from the sidelines, but the Crimson Tide are still squatting rent-free in the noggins of their SEC foes. Oh, sure, they were deferential to Saban and the tradition of Alabama, and no one expects much to change in terms of success. But it seemed like UGA got more questions about Alabama than about their own squad.
Alabama Basketball: Meet the New Guys — Naas Cunningham
As a high school sophomore, 6’7” 175-pound SF Naas Cunningham was considered the No. 1 recruit in the nation, and the best shooter in his class. His value may have slipped over the following years because he was so raw, but Alabama not only has a space for that kind of player, Nate Oats actively pursues them.
Eight Crimson Tide Student-Athletes Named to USTFCCCA All-Academic Teams
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Eight student-athletes from the Alabama track and field program (four men, four women) have been selected to the 2024 NCAA Men's and Women's Track & Field All-Academic Teams, selected by the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). The national office also...
Parent Perspective: Inside Justin Hill’s commitment to Alabama
Emily Herzog, mother of Alabama commit Justin Hill, reflects on her son's commitment to the Tide, what led to Bama coming out on top, future plans for his recruitment, and more. The post Parent Perspective: Inside Justin Hill’s commitment to Alabama appeared first on On3.
Popular Grocery Chain Closing Over 30 Locations
Ever since the pandemic hit, and still to this day, businesses have been struggling to stay afloat. Closing down stores that are underperforming, and having to file for bankruptcy seem to be the norm of today's day and age. Popular grocery chain closing over 2 dozen locations. Stop & Shop,...
West Alabama program challenges those with intellectual disabilities
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - A golden opportunity this summer for scores of people with intellectual disabilities in west Alabama. The JET program, sponsored by United Cerebral Palsy of West Alabama, encourages high school students to explore employment opportunities beyond high school. The JET program has students scattered throughout the city....
DCH Creates reserved parking for pregnant patients
TUSCALOOSA, AL (WBMA) — In Tuscaloosa, Alabama, DCH Regional Medical Center has now added new parking for its expecting visitors. The Hospital has added reserved parking for pregnant patients that come to the hospital. The hospital says they are committed to enhancing convenience for expecting moms.
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