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Social media drives rise in depression, self-harm by teens, Alabama mental health commissioner says
Alabama Mental Health Commissioner Kim Boswell discussed a range of issues with state lawmakers during an informal budget hearing on Wednesday, including a national topic – the alarming increase in mental illness striking teens. Boswell cited information from the book, “The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood...
Jefferson County under a flood advisory Thursday evening
On Thursday at 5:07 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a flood advisory in effect until 7 p.m. for Jefferson County. The weather service says, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," explains the weather service. "Turn around,...
Birmingham files lawsuit against owners of property where mass shooting occurred
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) — A lawsuit has been filed against the owners of a piece of property where four people were killed and 10 others injured in a mass shooting over the weekend. On Wednesday, the city of Birmingham filed a lawsuit against GW LLC, Mortgage Realty and Trendsetters LLP following a shooting that occurred […]
Death Of Alabama Student Exposed In Netflix Documentary
A documentary on the "Max" streaming service called "Bama Rush" has gotten lots of publicity. Now, another one, "Victim/Suspect", on Netflix highlights an investigative journalist trying to expose issues when it comes to women reporting sexual assaults. A large portion of the show is centered around a high-profile case in...
NEW Carver Jones Market coming to Fairfield, opening July 31
A new grocery store is coming soon to Fairfield, bringing jobs and access to affordable, fresh food. Read on to learn more about the Carver Jones Market and its grand opening on Wednesday, July 31. Carver Jones Market coming to Fairfield. Food insecurity is one of the biggest challenges affecting...
Alabaster juvenile identified as Helena Publix arsonist
The Helena Police Department has shared that an 11-year-old juvenile was responsible for the fire at the Publix supermarket at Crow’s Corner on July 15. The post Alabaster juvenile identified as Helena Publix arsonist appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Another downtown restaurant ends up on Kitchen Cops’ radar
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Another high-end downtown Huntsville restaurant has found itself on the Kitchen Cops Trouble Spots list this week. This has been a trend in 2024 with several restaurants in and around the courthouse square coming in with low scores. The Bottle on Washington Street & Clinton Avenue...
TRENDING: Longtime Auburn Football Head Coach and Senator Tommy Tuberville Shows Support For Legendary Alabama Head Coach and Former Rival – 2024 Offseason
Just two decades ago, Auburn football posted a 13-0 record under the tutelage of head coach Tommy Tuberville. Tuberville joined Auburn in 2000, spending ten seasons with the SEC program and compiling a fantastic 85-40 record. Following his resignation from Auburn, Tuberville had two short stints with Texas Tech and Cincinnati but failed to duplicate his success from his days with the Tigers. However, Tuberville returned to represent the state of Alabama in 2020, winning a seat in the Senate against Democrat Doug Jones. Tuberville’s interests and talking points have strongly shifted to politics, but he still references his coaching career from time to time.
Nick Saban will receive massive honor from Alabama
Nick Saban is set to receive a huge honor from the Alabama Crimson Tide in the wake of his retirement. The Crimson Tide plan to name the playing field at Bryant-Denny Stadium after Saban, according to Chris Low of ESPN. An Alabama Board of Trustees meeting on Friday lists “consideration of resolution approving a naming... The post Nick Saban will receive massive honor from Alabama appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
HBCU football coaches approaching new era of NIL, transfer portal in different ways
As the NCAA is now a free-agent market, all college athletics programs are adjusting to the change, and HBCU football is no different. At Tuesday’s SWAC Media Day event in Birmingham, Alabama, several coaches provided insights on how Name Image and Likeness (NIL) rules and the transfer portal have changed their recruiting approaches or not changed them at all.
Freedom Preparatory Academy opening this fall in the Titusville community
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A new charter school, Freedom Preparatory Academy, is coming to the Titusville community. It is currently enrolling kindergarten students and looking for teachers. The school year will start in September, and it is a completely free college prep academy. The academy was founded in Memphis over...
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