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UAB Hospital continues to be the best hospital in Alabama, according to U.S. News + World Report
University of Alabama at Birmingham is yet again named the best hospital in Alabama according to U.S. News and World Report in its 2024-2025 Best Hospital rankings. UAB Hospital also holds the No. 1 ranking as the best hospital in the Birmingham metro area. Keep reading for more on UAB’s...
Each afternoon offers a chance for much needed rainfall
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Starting the day off mild and muggy with overcast skies after Monday’s storms. We will see similar conditions unfold again today throughout the afternoon and evening. So if you didn’t get rain yesterday there will be a chance this afternoon and also tomorrow. Temperatures will climb into the mid to low […]
Pelham City Schools increase special education teacher salaries
Pelham, AL (WBMA) — Pelham City Schools has approved a pay increase for special education teachers. Each special ed teacher will see an additional $2400 added to their salary. This will be in addition to the $1200 bonus recently added by the Alabama State Department of Education. Over the...
Birmingham communities call for justice in recent homicide cases
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – The family of 5-year-old Landyn Brooks is making funeral arrangements for him and his mother, both among seven people killed over the weekend in Birmingham. Loved ones gathered for a balloon release Monday night to honor Landyn and his mother Arkia Berry. “This is not supposed to happen in life. Your […]
Alabama quarterback lands multi-year NIL agreement with an automotive company
An Alabama quarterback has landed a significant opportunity for his name, image, and likeness. Ty Simpson, a third-year player, has entered a multi-year NIL agreement with an automotive company. Harbin Motors, a new Ford and Chevrolet Dealership in Northwest Alabama, has partnered with Simpson. He announced the news via his Instagram Monday, as he will receive a new Ford or Chevrolet truck every several months in exchange for promoting Harbin.
Alabama lawmakers speak on 2nd day of Republican National Convention
MONTGOMERY, Ala (WIAT) — Many conversations involving Alabama lawmakers are happening at the Republican National Convention as the political event enters day two. Houston County Republican Party chairman Alex Reynolds says history is being made at the convention. He also noted the unique atmosphere in the aftermath of former President Trump’s attempted assassination. “You talk about the energy […]
Keke Jabbar’s Cause of Death: Friend Claims Reality Star Was Found in Garage
Love & Marriage: Huntsville star Keke Jabbar's friend alleges she died from "carbon monoxide poisoning" after falling asleep in her car. JoAnn Jenkins, a close friend of Jabbar's, shut down rumors regarding the reality TV star's death online. "Keke did not overdose, Keke did not take her own life. Keke...
Birmingham Five Points South apartment building acquired by Atlanta company
An Atlanta-based rental housing investment company has acquired a Birmingham Five Points South apartment building. Audubon has purchased Scholar Birmingham, 1001 20th St. S., a 198-unit apartment property, for an undisclosed amount. “We are thrilled to bring our vision for Scholar Birmingham apartments to life,” Myles Cunningham, managing partner and...
Alabama dentists can continue Botox procedures, according to state board
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Dentists in Alabama can continue to administer Botox to patients. This decision comes after several hearings held by the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners regarding Botox procedures. Last month, the board deliberated on limiting the areas where dentists could administer the injections. The board has now...
Federal court declines to dismiss Alabama redistricting case after South Carolina ruling
A man holds a vote sign in front of a Birmingham courthouse on August 14, 2023 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Jemma Stephenson/Alabama Reflector) The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent rejection of a challenge to to South Carolina’s congressional map will not impact Alabama’s ongoing redistricting battles for now. The...
Alabama’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Draws Excitement and Savings for All
Montgomery, AL – Alabama families and shoppers statewide are gearing up for the 19th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, scheduled from July 19th to July 21st. This weekend-long event offers significant savings by waiving the state’s 4% sales tax on a variety of school-related items. From 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 19th, until midnight on […] The post Alabama’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Draws Excitement and Savings for All appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Runoff race for Alabama House District 52 seat happening Tuesday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) — On Tuesday, Birmingham voters will vote in a runoff election between Kelvin Datcher and Frank Woodson to choose a Democratic nominee for House District 52. The election is due to fill the seat left by former Representative John Rogers, who resigned in March after pleading guilty to wire and mail fraud […]
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