Margaret
LATEST NEWS
Helena grabs win over Gardendale in season-opening tri-match
JASPER – The Helena Huskies got started on the right foot in their season-opening tri-match as they went into Jasper High School on Thursday, Aug. 22 and secured a win the first match of the season. The Huskies coming from behind to take a 2-1 victory over the Gardendale...
UAB Blazers prepare for season opener under coach Trent Dilfer
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The UAB Blazers, under the leadership of coach Trent Dilfer, are gearing up for their season opener against Alcorn State on Thursday night. "I had forgotten how painful it was to get your brain beaten in," Dilfer said. "You work so hard every week to get a building ready to go to compete every single week."
Tuscaloosa VCU Responds to Death at Home on Lake Tuscaloosa, Foul Play Not Suspected
Police are at a home on Lake Tuscaloosa after a death there Friday afternoon which does not appear to have involved foul play. Captain Marty Sellers, the co-commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, told local media at 5:30 that the VCU is conducting a death investigation on Lake Side Drive, a neighborhood off Old Watermelon Road.
SEC football undergoes major changes this season
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The SEC's addition of Texas and Oklahoma marks a significant shift in college football's conference landscape. This expansion means the traditional SEC West and East divisions are gone, replaced by a single 16-team league. "And you heard from 14 deep to 16 strong. Sixteen is our...
New inflation report: What’s up and what’s down
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Finally, some good economic news as we head into fall. The inflation rate has dropped below 3% for the first time in almost four years, but we looked behind those numbers, and found some areas are still showing rising prices. Auto insurance rates are among those...
UAB’s Welcome Back Concert headlines Lil Jon, Grammy Award-winning rapper & Super Bowl performer
The University of Alabama at Birmingham's Division of Student Affairs, in conjunction with the Alys Stephens Center, is proud to host Grammy Award-winning rapper and producer Lil Jon as the headline performer at this year's Welcome Back Concert. UAB began conversations with Lil Jon’s agents in June before extending a formal invitation in July.
Birmingham police hold press conference on deadly apartment shooting
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham Police Department is holding a press conference at 5 p.m. Friday to discuss a homicide investigation at the Monarch Ridge Apartments. On Tuesday, officers were dispatched after 10:30 p.m. and found Asia Alyce Poole, 21, shot to death in the 2900 block of Gallant Drive. A second victim was also […]
Montevallo takes five-set thriller over Indian Springs on opening day
MONTEVALLO – The Montevallo Bulldogs found themselves tested by Indian Springs on the opening day of the season, but in the end, they walked away with a tight win over their county foe. Montevallo defeated Indian Springs 3-2 on Thursday, Aug. 22 at Montevallo High School to start out...
Hale's Hotshots: Parker's Na'eem Offord & Jourdin Crawford
A new segment called Hale's Hotshots will air every week on Friday Night Rivals Blitz Gameday. Jamie Hale sits down with the shining stars of the gridiron. In week 0, she visits with a couple of Parker superstars. Na'eem Offord and Jourdin Crawford.
Miles College Launches Innovation Center to Strengthen HBCU Ecosystem
To enhance the innovation landscape within Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Miles College has announced the launch of the 2150 Center for Innovation, Commercialization & Growth. This center aims to empower diverse and underrepresented creators, disruptors, and innovators by providing essential support to help them launch successful businesses and transform existing HBCU research into market-ready products.
Birmingham's Monarch Ridge faces scrutiny after repeated violence
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBMA) — It was a quiet day today at the Monarch Ridge Apartments. But many residents are still shocked and frustrated following a deadly shooting Tuesday night. It was live-streamed on social media, a woman lost her life. That woman identified as 21-year-old Asia Poole. That video...
Bessemer man charged with attempted murder while out on bond for domestic violence charges
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - A Bessemer man was indicted by a grand jury on August 16 and is facing an attempted murder charge. Maurice Lavell White is facing that attempted murder charge and two other domestic violence charges. Court documents say White is accused of breaking into a woman’s...
Habitat for Humanity taking applications for homes in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Habitat for Humanity of Autauga and Chilton Counties are building four new homes in Clanton and will be taking applications for two of them this September. The four homes are being built on the south side of 1st Avenue between 11th Street S. and 12th Street S. Jacklyn […] The post Habitat for Humanity taking applications for homes in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Coroner investigating after Hanceville dispatcher found dead in office
CULLMAN CO., Ala. (WAFF) - Authorities in Cullman County say they’ve opened an investigation after an emergency dispatcher died while at work. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed he is investigating the death Friday afternoon. Kilpatrick said the dispatcher was found in his office at Hanceville City Hall. He...
UAB Marching Blazers pay tribute to past through 30th anniversary show
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The UAB Marching Blazers is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The band will honor its history with a show that looks back on the program’s past. Anuska Phuyal is the trumpet section leader and this is her last year with the band. She said...
Hundreds fill Legion Field for second annual ‘Stop the Violence’ football game
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A.H. Parker High School and Ramsay High School kicked off their football season with the second annual “Stop the Violence” football game. Fans from both A.H. Parker High School and Ramsay High School poured into Legion Field for the big game offering support for their favorite team. But it’s the meaning […]
Briarwood starts Chris Camper era with sweep of Jemison
The Briarwood Christian Lions entered the season with a wave of excitement thanks to a new coach and a new classification, and they capitalized on that hype with a statement win in their season opener. The post Briarwood starts Chris Camper era with sweep of Jemison appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Gadsden leaving Etowah County Drug Enforcement Unit
The City of Gadsden is staking its own path on controlling crime and illegal drugs in the city. Mayor Craig Ford announced on Aug. 23 that the city is terminating its participation in the Etowah County Drug Enforcement Unit. Instead, Gadsden will reallocate $300,000 in annual resources to the Gadsden Police Department to help it focus on law enforcement and, in particular, fighting drugs within the city. ...
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.