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Less humid air returns Friday, weekend will be hot and dry
Friday: The upper-level low will move SW into the Gulf of Mexico. An area of high pressure will sit NE of Alabama. This will draw down drier and less humid air across Central Alabama. It will be mostly sunny and hot. High temperatures will be around 90. Friday Night Football: The weather will be great […]
Lawyers for Alabama inmate seek to block his execution by nitrogen gas
Days after Alabama scheduled its third execution by nitrogen hypoxia, lawyers for the latest prisoner set to die by this method have asked a federal judge to block the execution order. In a motion filed Tuesday night in Alabama district court, attorneys representing Carey Dale Grayson challenged the constitutionality of the state's execution protocol for nitrogen gas, a novel and highly controversial approach that has only been used once before in January 2024. Grayson was convicted of murder and sentenced to death in Alabama in 1996.They argued that Grayson shouldn't have to be subjected to a procedure that witnesses described...
Lawsuit over voting dismissed after Alabama AG offers new guidance on law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A Montgomery County Circuit Judge Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit against a new law plaintiffs said could prevent them from voting. The dismissal came after Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issued guidance that the law – which expands the number of crimes that can cost a person their right to vote – would not go into effect until after the November election.
Trojans encouraged to show their spirit on Aug. 30 for College Colors Day
Troy University students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends are encouraged to show their Trojan spirit on Friday, Aug. 30 by donning their TROY colors. On Wednesday, Gov. Kay Ivey presented a proclamation to the Higher Education Partnership of Alabama, recognizing Aug. 30 as College Colors Day in the state of Alabama.
Alabama Public Library Service hosts homework help program
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Public Library Service is launching a statewide program to assist students of all ages with their schoolwork. Homework Alabama provides free one-on-one online tutoring, review services, test prep and other educational resources. Over 4,000 tutors with expertise in more than 60 subjects are a part of the program’s leadership. […]
Gulf State Park Pier Reopens to the Public
The renovated Gulf State Park Pier reopened on Monday, August 19, welcoming people to the iconic Gulf Coast landmark for the first time in more than nine months. The pier closed in November 2023 for the $13.6 million renovation project, with contractor MD Thomas Construction, based in Orange Beach, leading the work.
Alabama Trump voter speaks at DNC, endorses Kamala Harris
CHICAGO - The Democratic National Convention heard from an unlikely speaker this week: a lifelong Alabama Republican. Kyle Sweetser, a former President Donald Trump voter from Mobile told the convention Tuesday night he will be voting for Vice President Kamala Harris in November, despite voting for Trump in 2016 and 2020.
Rep. Robert Aderholt celebrates multi-million investment project in the Shoals
MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. (WAFF) - Rep. Robert Aderholt made a stop in north Alabama to celebrate a multi-million-dollar investment project. Aderholt was in the Shoals, visiting the Constellium facility after a recent boost from the Department of Defense. More than $20 million is on the way to the area to...
Cultural festival celebrates Alabama blues women on Aug. 31
A pre-Labor Day cultural festival in Pickens County celebrating women in blues music is set for Saturday, Aug. 31 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will feature music from Debbie Bond, Carroline Shines, and Taylor Britton. It will also feature a truck, motorcycle and car show, as well as food, vendors, games and more.
Alabama social worker goes extra mile in her work to protect elderly, disabled adults
The Alabama Department of Human Resources has recognized one of its social workers for her initiative and innovation in helping elderly and disabled adults. Kaylan Jacobs, who works for the Chilton County DHR, was chosen for the Alabama Spirit of Adult Protective Services Award for 2024. Jacobs’ efforts led to...
TSD vs. Alabama School for the Deaf football live stream, TV – Saturday, August 24
Alabama School for the Deaf is scheduled to host Tennessee School for the Deaf on Saturday, August 24 at 7:00 p.m. CT. Don’t miss out on a single high school game. Sign up for an NFHS Network annual pass and get full access to live regular season and postseason sporting events and get 45% off compared to a monthly pass.
Home prices, new market trends + more Huntsville area real estate stats for July
In July, home prices in most of the communities in North Alabama remained relatively the same compared to this time last year, although in many communities we are seeing homes stay on the market a little longer than they did in 2023. Here’s a look at the housing market here...
Gadsden City Titans defeated the Muscle Shoals Trojans in Season Opener!!!
They pulled off a 33-28 VICTORY against a tough Muscle Shoals football team! Coach Smith and his team were looking forward to this game to kick off the season. We are so proud of the team and the entire coaching staff. The Titans will have to travel next Friday night to Hewitt-Trussville! We hope everyone will make the short trip to cheer on the Titans !!
66-year-old woman narrowly escapes gunfire in shooting that killed beloved Birmingham rapper
A 66-year-old woman narrowly escaped injury or worse in a Wednesday night shooting that killed a beloved Birmingham rap artist, and seriously wounded another man. Multiple shots rang out just after 8 p.m. at a house in the 700 block of 30th Street S.W. When West Precinct officers arrived at...
Alabama NAACP 72nd Annual State Convention to be held in Huntsville
The Alabama NAACP 72nd Annual State Convention is scheduled to be held in Huntsville on Sept. 26-29. Topics at the convention will include community issues such as absentee voting, stopping gun violence and human rights among others. This year's theme will be "Preserving Our Freedom, Voting, and Democracy". The convention...
Birmingham man shot at age 17 in 1992 dies 32 years later, death ruled a homicide
A 49-year-old Birmingham man shot in 1992 has died, and authorities said his death was the result of the injuries sustained when he was a teen. Birmingham’s North Precinct officers were dispatched at 7 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, to a report of a person down at 920 Second Street North.
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