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Birmingham VA highlights coping strategies for Independence Day celebrations
ALABASTER, Ala. (WIAT) – While fireworks displays can be beautiful, they can also cause some anxiety for people with post-traumatic stress disorder — especially veterans. Officials with the Birmingham VA Medical Center say it’s important for veterans to be included in Independence Day celebrations but you should also discuss a plan of action ahead of […]
UAB doctor and more offer insight on new Alzheimer’s drug
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The drug Donanemab is expected to be available to Alzheimer’s patients within weeks following FDA approval. “It is designed to remove a bad protein from the brain the amyloid protein that builds up over the course of Alzheimer’s Disease,” UAB professor Dr. David Geldmacher said. “And by removing that bad protein […]
Pleasant Grove (AL) Fire and Rescue Unveils New $750K Pumper
The Pleasant Grove Fire and Rescue Department unveiled its new Pierce pumper, the department said in a Facebook post recently. A fire official said the cost for the new engine is around $750,000 and brings the city’s number of trucks up to three, wbrc.com reported. It is tailor made for the community and is expected to be around for at least the next 20 years.
‘Wake Up Destinee’: 11-year-old recovering following UTV accident with sister
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - An 11-year-old girl is recovering in the Pediatric ICU at Children’s of Alabama after she and her sister were injured in a utility task vehicle (UTV) accident on Friday. Destinee Sides underwent surgery Tuesday and her dad Stephen Sides says it all went smooth. Now,...
Miles College Launches Center to Boost HBCU Innovation
Miles College President Bobbie Knight has announced establishment of the 2150 Center for Innovation, Commercialization & Growth to build a world-class space for researchers and founders, thought leaders and practitioners, businesses, and academia within Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Historically Black Community College’s (HBCC). “We are at...
Frustrations boil for some businesses near Pepper Place as water main break, construction keeps customers away
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — For the last six months, the Lumbar owner, Riley Hightower, says the sight of big orange barrels and barricades is turning people away from her business that’s on 29th Street South in Pepper Place. Hightower says they are bringing in less money now than during the pandemic. She said that’s because people can’t get to the business because of the construction and even if they can, it looks like they’re closed.
Suspect attempts to drive away from crash scene in Alabama trooper vehicle
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Criminal charges are pending for a person who allegedly attempted to flee the scene of an accident in Birmingham. At around 6:25 p.m. Tuesday, an Alabama Law Enforcement Agency trooper noticed a two-vehicle crash blocking the roadway near the 1700 Block of Tallapoosa Street. While the trooper was investigating, one of […]
Rocket City tallies 12 hits in 8-5 win over Barons
BIRMINGHAM, AL – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (6-2, 39-37) stayed hot on Tuesday night with an 8-5 win over the Birmingham Barons (3-5, 44-32) at Regions Field to stay in first place in the second half standings. Rocket City struck first for the second straight game as designated...
Birmingham Police looking for missing man
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Birmingham Police Department is looking for a man they say went missing Monday. 54-year-old Darrell Taylor was last seen in the 500 Block of 4th Ave, according to police. Taylor is 5’2” and weighs 210 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair.
Birmingham’s tallest building in possible financial trouble
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham’s tallest building is in possible financial trouble, the CEO of REV Birmingham says the building’s owners have entered it into a receivership. The news about the Shipt Tower has some in downtown Birmingham concerned. David Fleming, the CEO of REV Birmingham, a non-profit whose mission is to revitalize the city, […]
'They shoot up in the air, out the car, just drive on': East Lake resident encourages action as homicides increase
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — To this point in 2024, the number of killings in Birmingham outnumbers the homicide rates from last year. The latest shooting was in East Lake, leaving 30-year-old Kameron Connell dead. So far, no one's been arrested. "People are getting murdered, and it just, it's just awful,"...
One airlifted after crash in Fairfield
FAIRFIELD, Ala. (WBMA) — One person was airlifted to a hospital with serious injuries after a crash in Fairfield. Midfield Fire and Rescue said it is providing help to Fairfield Fire at Commerce Ave and 59th Street. This story is developing. Updates will be added when they become available.
Keke Jabbar, Star Of ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville,’ Dead At 42
Keke Jabbar, star of reality show Love & Marriage: Huntsville, has reportedly died at the age 42 according to her cousin and fellow cast member LaTisha Moore Scott.Martell Holt Of ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ Arrested For Domestic Violence “At this time we are asking for RESPECT, and PRIVACY in our moment of grief, while we process this great loss!” Moore-Scott shared on Instagram. “This is hard for our Family!!!!!” As of publication, a cause of death has not been revealed. On Jabbar’s own Instagram page, comments began pouring in under her most recent posts from fans, friends, and more. “I am absolutely devastated! Sending many prayers...
Independence Day fireworks can stress pets; tips from Huntsville Animal Services to reduce anxiety
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — While Independence Day brings joy and celebration for many, the booms and pops in the sky and on the ground often stress pets. "Fireworks can cause significant anxiety for animals,” said Virgie Graham, Interim Director of Huntsville Animal Services. “The loud noises and unexpected flashes of light can disrupt their sense of safety and security.”
Alabama Beats Out OSU For Top Ohio Recruit And Buckeyes Are Not Happy
Alabama landed four-star DE/LB Justin Hill out of Cincinnati on Wednesday. Hill, the No. 60 recruit in the 2025 class, is certainly a tough loss for the Buckeyes with him out of their backyard. OSU and Alabama, which have the top two classes in the country, have certainly been on...
Snapping turtle drags ‘terrified’ puppy into Alabama creek as rescuer raced to save her
A Good Samaritan raced to save a “terrified” puppy being pulled into a Crossville, Alabama creek by a snapping turtle. According to 2nd Chance Shelter, the incident occurred on July 1 when a group of people heard “horrific cries” in the backyard of a home. The screams led the people to the horrible scene as a puppy was being dragged into the creek by the snapping turtle.
New Prattville Kindergarten School to move in this fall amid vandalism issue
The Prattville Kindergarten School, or PKS, is standing tall and sturdy as the new school is set to open its doors this coming fall. . With 32 classrooms in total, 28 for kindergarten and four for preschool, the school will be able to accommodate over 600 kids. Construction crews are working diligently to meet the fast-approaching deadline for the new state-of-the-art kindergarten school in Prattville.
Jalen Milroe Drops Honest Admission on Alabama Crimson Tide Offense For 2024
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe is primed for a Heisman Trophy campaign in 2024. He's feeling confident in what his team can accomplish. The Crimson Tide is set to have one of the more explosive offenses in college football. It brings over Washington Huskies head coach Kalen DeBoer to lead the ...
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