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Jefferson County school resource officers hold active shooter training
CENTER POINT, Ala. (WIAT) — Jefferson County School Resource Officers are preparing for new school year. On Tuesday, deputies from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Division participated in active shooter training at Chalkville Elementary School. The training is different from what deputies were taught in the past. Events like the 2022 mass shooting […]
Teen shot in Center Point
CENTER POINT, Ala. — An investigation is underway after a teen was shot in Center Point. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said deputies found the juvenile victim in the 700 block of Country View Terrace just after 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 23. The JCSO said the victim was taken...
Columbiana United Methodist Church treats kids to VBS weekend
Children participated in crafts and games while learning about God’s love and support for them during the Columbiana United Methodist Church’s recent VBS weekend. The post Columbiana United Methodist Church treats kids to VBS weekend appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Three lawsuits settled in the City of Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBMA) — The city of Birmingham has settled three pending lawsuits this morning for cases that occurred in the city within the last four years. Three cases: Josephine Davis v. City of Birmingham, Kimberly Crum v. City of Birmingham, and Tatyana Howard v. City of Birmingham were brought before the court.
Caught on camera: Juvenile arrested after leading Birmingham police on chase in stolen car
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A Birmingham police chase involving a stolen car ended in the arrest of a juvenile Tuesday afternoon. Around 12:30 p.m., officers were attempting to make a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle near 50th Street North and Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard, according to the Birmingham Police Department.
Despite recent crimes in East Birmingham, city leaders continue to revitalize the area
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham City Councilor Clinton Woods expressed sadness about the recent homicides that took place in the Roebuck area. He represents District 1 and emphasized the need for more community work, especially when it comes to children. Last Saturday, 54-year-old Richard Judkins was shot and killed inside...
Prosecutors want the option of the death penalty for Birmingham man accused in woman's death
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The legal proceedings of a man charged in the kidnapping and death of a woman earlier this year may be a death penalty case. Michael Spellman has been charged with capital murder in the death of Genise Carter. Police said a Birmingham city worker discovered her...
Briarwood’s Leib Earns MVP Honors in AHSAA Girls All-Star Soccer Game
Briarwood Christian’s Taylor Leib enjoyed all the festivities surrounding the 2024 AHSAA North-South All-Star soccer game last week. She liked going to a museum and spending time with the other all-star soccer players, girls and boys. But the main event for Leib was the game itself. And she took...
Jefferson County unveils new baseball exhibit honoring history of Birmingham Industrial League
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Jefferson County Courthouse unveiled a brand new exhibit Tuesday morning outside of the Commission Chambers. This one-of-a-kind exhibit honors the history of the Birmingham Industrial League in six different display windows. Included in the display are trophies from Jack Swain, who won more championship trophies...
City leader reacts to national spotlight on Birmingham violence
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The national discussion on gun violence focused on Birmingham recently. Themass shooting that happened on July 13 at an event center was brought up during a congressional hearing on the secret service and the assassination attempt on Former President Donald Trump. During that hearing, a Maryland...
Birmingham Applies for $2.6 Million in Federal Grants for Eviction Prevention Services, Police Tech Equipment
The Birmingham City Council on Tuesday voted to apply for two federal grants: one to help residents facing eviction and another for computer equipment for the police department. The first application is for $2.5 million through the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Eviction Protection Grant Program.
Can’t Shoot Your Girlfriend: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department Ep 47
Oxford, AL – “FIRST RESPONDERS” is a pioneering initiative launched by a German production company to revolutionize the global perception of first responders. Through gripping documentaries, the series showcases the unwavering commitment, sacrifices, and extraordinary accomplishments of these courageous individuals, fostering solidarity and underscoring their pivotal role in safeguarding community well-being. Each documentary offers an […] The post Can’t Shoot Your Girlfriend: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department Ep 47 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
'I've got to get out of here': Crime forces closure of longtime Birmingham car dealership
A Birmingham business is forced to shut its doors due to what the owner says is rampant crime. Magic City Motors is a used car dealership in Woodlawn, it sits on the corner of 1st Avenue North, and has been open for about 8 years. That was until things got...
Birmingham Police searching for missing 72-year-old man
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A 72-year-old man has been reported missing in the Birmingham area, according to police. Police tell us George Edward Minnifield was last seen in the 3400 block of 2nd Avenue North. Minnifield is described as a Black man, 5’8” and weighs 235 pounds. Police say the...
New speakeasy coming to Umami Trussville
The Trussville Design Review Committee announced exciting new updates to many properties—one being a brand-new speakeasy to the Asian-fusion restaurant, Umami. Keep scrolling for what you we know about this addition. Serving Trussville since January 2024. In January, we let you in on the Asian-style restaurant, Umami, coming to...
Anniston Woman Fatally Struck in Early Morning Crash
Anniston, AL – A single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian early Tuesday morning has claimed the life of an Anniston woman. The incident occurred at approximately 1:13 a.m. on Alabama 202, near the 3-mile marker, about four miles west of Anniston in Calhoun County. The pedestrian, Angela L. Mosley, 46, was walking in the roadway when […] The post Anniston Woman Fatally Struck in Early Morning Crash appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Huntsville operations support Boeing’s critical defense missions
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — Boeing helped build the foundation of Alabama’s aerospace industry and continues to advance its operations in the state. In the past year, the company marked several milestones in its missile defense programs and also celebrated a university partnership that is shaping the next-generation workforce. In...
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