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Update: Heat advisory previously issued will expire at 7 p.m.
The advisory was for Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan, Marshall and Cullman counties. "Heat index values have dropped below criteria. Therefore, the Heat Advisory has been allowed to expire," according to the National Weather Service. Hot weather safety: Weather service tips for staying safe and healthy. Stay hydrated:...
17,000 Workers at AT&T Southeast Strike Over Unfair Labor Practices
ATLANTA, Ga. (WSAV)—Communications Workers of America (CWA) employed by AT&T Southeast are on strike to protest labor practices committed by management during negotiations for a new union contract according to their press release. The strike will involve over 17,000 technicians, customer service representatives and others who install, maintain and support AT&T’s residential and business wireline […]
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 […]
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 […]
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...
Athens Police: 2 transported by helicopter after wreck involving tanker truck
Athens (WAAY) - Two people were flown to a hospital by helicopter after a wreck at Lindsay Lane and Huntsville-Browns Ferry in Athens, according to the Athens Police Department. Police said a vehicle struck a tanker truck. Check back with WAAY for updates.
City of Athens, Athens Police respond to community comments about Haitian immigrants
ATHENS, Ala. — "Every citizen has a right to ask questions about government, but some of the conversation around this issue on social media has involved wild allegations and rhetoric. City leaders are happy to provide information and answers where they can, but the City – and state and federal law – condemn any narrative that seeks to discriminate against people based on their race or nationality."
Calhoun County organization providing free animal microchipping
ALEXANDRIA, Ala. (WBRC) - In an effort to prevent roaming and lost pets in Calhoun County, the organization ‘Animal Advocates For Calhoun County’ is providing a free microchipping event. The first Animal Advocates for Calhoun County (AACC) microchipping event will take place at the community center in Alexandria...
Birmingham businesses urged to register their business in new tax software before September deadline
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - WBRC is On Your Side with an important message for business owners in the Magic City. Birmingham is now converting their tax software in an effort to streamline the tax process for businesses here in the city. The change is estimated to impact close to 35,000...
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