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Man shot, killed early Wednesday morning in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham Police are investigating a homicide that happened just after 6:30 a.m. August 28. The victim has not yet been identified. West Precinct officers responded to a person down call in the 2900 block of Avenue F. They arrived on the scene and found a man that had been shot.
Police: Birmingham man kidnapped mother; reloaded gun during shooting that killed grandfather, family friend
A Birmingham man charged in the quadruple shooting that left two people dead, including his grandfather, kidnapped his own mother at gunpoint and forced her to drive him from one crime scene to the next, according to information released in court on Wednesday. Kerry Jackson Jr., 31, is charged with...
DGI brings home multiple Main Street Alabama awards; Ford honored as Main Street Hero
Downtown Gadsden Inc. brought home five awards from Main Street Alabama’s 11th annual Awards of Excellence banquet held Aug. 15 in Monroeville. The banquet recognizes individuals and projects that made significant contributions to their communities.Gadsden honorees were: ...
Attorney for man charged in death of HPD officer motions to withdraw
HUNTSVILLE, Ala (WHNT) — One of the lawyers for Juan Laws, the man charged in the shooting death of Huntsville Police officer Garrett Crumby, is asking to withdraw from the case. In a motion filed Monday, Defense Attorney Bruce Gardner asked to be allowed to withdraw as second chair in the case. Gardner said the […]
Weird power outages in two counties, according to mother and daughter
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Something strange is going on with some homeowners in Duncanville, an area in western Tuscaloosa County and over the line in Bibb County. Two residents claim there’ve been power outages for no apparent reason and it’s getting to the point frustrations are mounting.
President Wims Approves Contract Extension for Bryant through 2027
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. | Alabama A&M University President Dr. Daniel K. Wims has approved a contract extension for Director of Athletics Dr. Paul A. Bryant through 2027. Bryant, who is just the fourth Director of Athletics in the program's 24-year NCAA Division I history, received the contract extension after directing the program to new heights over the past two years.
Auburn University parts way with Sodexo
AUBURN, Ala. (WSFA) - A recent report shows that Sodexo, a vendor with Auburn University, is laying off close to 200 employees. According to the Alabama WARN report, Sodexo Inc. and Affiliates at Auburn University are laying off 170 employees beginning August 31. In February of 2022, Sodexo started a three-year contract to become the university’s custodial service provider on the main campus and the College of Veterinary Medicine, as well as auxiliary services.
City of Centreville Issues Critical Notice for Centreville Water Users: Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Inventory Update
City of Centreville Issues Critical Notice for Centreville Water Users: Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Inventory Update. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) created the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) to protect public health by reducing lead and copper in drinking water. This important rule has been updated over time to strengthen protections, particularly for children and vulnerable groups. In 2021, the EPA introduced new revisions to further reduce lead in the nation’s water and provide communities with vital information.
Honor local 9/11 victim Maj. Dwayne Williams with “Take the Day Back” concert tribute in Trussville, Sept. 11
Nearly 23 years ago, Major Dwayne Williams was among the nine people with Alabama ties killed in the September 11 Attacks. To honor the memory of his brother and others lost that day, Birminghamian Roy Williams is hosting a free tribute concert in Trussville. All proceeds from the event will...
10 arrested in Lauderdale County drug bust
Multiple people were arrested following a drug bust in Lauderdale County on Tuesday. Authorities executed a search warrant at a home on the 3800 block of Pasadena Avenue in the Underwood/Petersville area of Lauderdale County. During a search, agents say they found heroin, meth (ice), fentanyl powder, a firearm, and...
Former first-round pick, Alabama OT Alex Leatherwood waived by Los Angeles Chargers
A tumultuous NFL career continues to trend in the wrong direction for former Alabama offensive tackle and first-round draft pick Alex Leatherwood. On Tuesday, Leatherwood was waived by the Los Angeles Chargers. Since entering the league in 2021, Leatherwood has played for four different teams. He was drafted by the...
Birmingham to discuss citywide rezoning in upcoming public meetings
The Department of Planning, Engineering, and Permits for the City of Birmingham will hold a series of public meetings to discuss a citywide rezoning initiative. The city says the goal of the rezoning is to create mixed-use districts that are transit-friendly and walkable. Below is the schedule for the meetings.
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