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MS13 gang leader wanted for murder in San Salvador sentenced after 2023 Alabama arrest
One of El Salvador’s Top 100 Most Wanted fugitives has been sentenced to federal prison after his arrest in Shelby County last year. U.S. District Court Judge Anna Manasco sentenced 30-year-old Juan Carlos Portillo to the maximum sentence of two years in prison after he pleaded guilty to one count of illegal re-entry after deportation, according to a joint announcement Thursday by Northern District of Alabama U.S. Attorney Prim Escalona and Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent in Charge Katrina W. Berger.
Thompson’s Bradley Franklin named Male Athlete of Year after national success
In another incredible year of sports in Shelby County that saw many athletes earn statewide acclaim for their achievements, a select few took home national honors as well. The post Thompson’s Bradley Franklin named Male Athlete of Year after national success appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Miss Hoover, Miss Shelby County score preliminary wins in Miss Alabama 2024
It was the first of three nights of preliminary competitions in advance of the finals Saturday night. The competition is being held at the Wright Center at Samford University and includes 40 young women from across the state. The 21-year-old Stockard, who is from Vestavia Hills, is pursuing a bachelor’s...
UAB Health System Authority to purchase St. Vincent’s for $450 million
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System Authority has announced that it will acquire the Ascension St. Vincent’s Health System’s care sites in Alabama. The post UAB Health System Authority to purchase St. Vincent’s for $450 million appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Midday Nowcast: Sunny and Very Hot Weather
TODAY AND TOMORROW: Today is a hot and mostly dry day with a highs again in the upper 90s and low 100s. Rain chances are very low, but not zero, but really worth mentioning in the forecast. Tomorrow, scattered showers and storms return as the air becomes more unstable and moisture levels rise. It won’t rain everywhere, but rain chances will be in the 40-50%t range. Otherwise, expect a mix of sun and clouds with a high in the upper 90s with some low 100s possible.
Five pounds of meth recovered in Shelby County
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - The Calera police department recovered five pounds of meth in Shelby county. Chief David Hyche says recovering 5 pounds of meth isn’t going to impact the endless supply of drugs entering the country, but Hyche believes this bust saved lives. 5 pounds translates to...
Brush fire affecting Shelby County contained
A fire in the Cahaba Wildlife Management Area is contained, but smoke could hang around for a while this morning. Helena Fire Chief Christopher Miller says they were the first department to respond to the fire, although it was outside of their coverage. County 17 Volunteer Fire Department also responded.
Helena wildfire contained after burning near Cahaba River
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Some Shelby County residents have complained about a strong smoke smell. The smell is a wildfire burning near the Cahaba River. According to Alabama Forestry Commission officials, it’s burned more than 100 acres. The fire is in the Cahaba River Wildlife Management Area in...
Air quality alert affecting Jefferson and Shelby counties Tuesday
On Monday at 4:19 p.m. an air quality alert was issued valid until Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. for Jefferson and Shelby counties. "The Alabama Department of Environmental Management, ADEM, has issued an Air Quality Alert for Jefferson and Shelby counties for Tuesday, June 25. Under Code Orange conditions, ground level ozone concentrations are expected to reach levels that are unhealthy for sensitive groups. Children and people with asthma are individuals most at risk under these expected conditions. ADEM recommends the following actions during an air quality alert for ozone: Conserve electricity and set your air conditioner at a higher temperature. Limit driving and combine errands. Use the bus or car pool to work. Avoid use of gasoline power lawn and garden equipment. Refuel cars and trucks after 6 p.m. Limit engine idling. Use household, workshop, and garden chemicals in ways that keep evaporation to a minimum, or try to avoid them when poor air quality is forecast. If breathing becomes difficult, move indoors," says the National Weather Service.
Code Orange air quality alert for Birmingham area on Tuesday
A Code Orange air quality alert will be in effect on Tuesday for Jefferson and Shelby counties. The Alabama Department of Environmental Management issued the alert because ozone levels on Tuesday are expected to rise high enough to affect those with respiratory conditions. Children can also be at risk. According...
Divorces for May 10-June 3
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The following individuals were issued divorces in Shelby County from May 10-June 3:. -Melissa Rae Lamar, of Birmingham, and Charles Doglas Lamar, of Birmingham. -Kendra Satterwhite Smith, of Birmingham, and Anthony Thomas Smith, of Birmingham. -Mary Gail McCarty, of Birmingham, and Allison Monique McCarty,...
Arrest reports from May 1-June 5
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The following individuals were arrested by municipal police departments in Shelby County from May 1-June 5:. -Rigoberto Arteaga Trejo, 36, of Birmingham, driving under the influence – alcohol. -Oscar Murillo Arteaga, 20, of Birmingham, driving under the influence – alcohol. -LaDarius Devontae...
Municipal police reports for May 1-June 5
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The following are incident and offense reports from municipal police departments in Shelby County from March 15, and May 1-June 5:. -FTA: theft of property 4th from Highway 280 and Cahaba Valley Road, Birmingham. May 24. -Criminal mischief third degree ($500 or less) from...
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