Alabama pushes to make daylight savings time year-round, Congress sta…
(NEXSTAR) — The end of daylight saving time is fast approaching, and for some across the country, there’s hope that this will be the last time we change the clocks. [...]
Alabama veteran wide receiver ruled out for Vanderbilt game
Personal: Trevion Ware is from Dallas, Tx, born February 16th. He is a 2018 High school graduate from Dallas Carter High School. He attended 3 colleges, Texas A&M University Commerce, [...]
Alabama commit named to National Player of the Year watch list
After a phenomenal start to his high school senior season, Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback commit Keelon Russell has been named to the watch list for the 2024 MaxPreps National Player [...]
Governor Ivey Receives Comprehensive Economic Strategic Plan to Energ…
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced she has received a forward-thinking economic strategic plan presented by Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair. Designed to guide the state’s growth through the [...]
Mobile Police trying to curb burglaries from vehicles
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) -- Mobile Police are trying to cut down on the number of car burglaries and stolen guns. In some areas of the city they have noticed an [...]
When donating to Hurricane Helene relief efforts, here's how to …
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- As we start to uncover the extent of the damage Hurricane Helene brought to the southeast, many organizations are collecting donations to send to impacted areas. [...]
Kane Wommack showed why Alabama needs to hold on to him, regardless o…
Gary Cosby Jr. - USA Today Sports Georgia outscored Alabama, 27-11, in the second half over the weekend to make a once blowout an instant classic, but there is something [...]
SEC Power Rankings: New No. 1 team, Ole Miss drops after upset in Wee…
A slate of games that was headlined by a top five showdown in Tuscaloosa, Week 5 of the 2024 SEC football season certainly lived up to the hype.Alabama and Georgia [...]
Governor Ivey Announces Retirement of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Wash…
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced the retirement of Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington. She also shared she is appointing her former Cabinet member, Marty Redden, [...]
ESPN analyst feels matchup between Ryan Williams and Georgia DB will …
ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky feels the matchup between Alabama’s freshman wide receiver, Ryan Williams, and Georgia’s Malaki Starks stacks up to what is seen in the NFL on Sundays. [...]
Multiple injured Alabama players could return for Georgia game
Ahead of Saturday’s top five clash in Tuscaloosa, both the Alabama Crimson Tide and Georgia Bulldogs are dealing with multiple injuries on offense and defense. However, with both program’s coming [...]
Governor Kay Ivey Appoints Chris Beeker, III, to Alabama Public Servi…
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced on Monday that she is appointing Chris Beeker, III, to serve on the Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 2. Beeker will finish the unexpired [...]
Hoover residents pay millions of developers’ costs for new healthcare…
Earlier this week, the Alabama Certificate of Need Board unanimously approved the city of Hoover’s application to build an outpatient surgical center. The surgical center is set to be the [...]
Birmingham Police to offer new details on weekend mass shooting durin…
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department will hold another press conference to address new details from a mass shooting where four people were killed and 17 others were [...]
Former Alabama player sends message to recruits after Auburn loses to…
Former Alabama wide receiver, Marquis Maze feels it is time to send a message to recruits considering Auburn after the Tigers lost to Arkansas. The Razorbacks delivered Auburn its second [...]
ESPN’s College Gameday location revealed for Week 5
The Week 5 destination for ESPN’s College Gameday has been announced, as the show will officially be returning to Tuscaloosa, Alabama for the top five showdown between the Alabama Crimson [...]
Governor Ivey Awards Nearly $42 Million in Broadband Expansion Projec…
MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $42 million for “last-mile” high-speed internet projects in 23 Alabama counties.The latest Capital Projects Fund grants will cover 2,347 miles and provide [...]
Local high school bands showcase skills at Crimson Cavalcade in Pelha…
PELHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Seven local High School bands from across central Alabama filled Pelham High School’s football stadium Wednesday for the Crimson Cavalcade of Bands. Pelham High School hosted [...]
Rural Aviation Consortium provides pathway to aviation career – WAKA …
Posted: Sep 17, 2024 7:41 PM CDT by George McDonald From the West Alabama Newsroom– A partnership between Wallace Community College Selma — the Craig Field Airport Authority — and [...]
Why James Burnip may be Alabama’s most significant weapon versus Geor…
Brett Davis - USA Today Sports Kalen DeBoer has coached a potential All-American specialist in three games for Alabama, and it’s not the placekicker it got from the University of [...]
5 ways to prioritize your mental health this election season
As election season ramps up, Megan Hays, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, said it is common to feel overwhelmed by the constant influx of political [...]
Alabama suffers three key injuries in dominant road victory over Wisc…
The first road test of the Kalen DeBoer era could not have gone any better for the Alabama Crimson Tide as they hammered the Wisconsin Badgers 42-10. QB Jalen Milroe [...]
Meghann Bridgeman announced as next Alabama Film Office director
The Alabama Department of Commerce announced last week the selection of Meghann Bridgeman, president and CEO of Create Birmingham, as the next Director of the Alabama Film Office. With extensive experience [...]
Alabama Impact Days: flooding and severe storms Friday
WVTM 13 LIVE DOPPLER RADAR | POWER OUTAGES | STORM DAMAGES |HOW TO GET WEATHER ALERTS | UPLOAD YOUR WEATHER PHOTOS More showers and potentially severe storms move into Alabama [...]
Western and central Alabama prep for impacts from Francine
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) - Many areas in western and central Alabama are bracing for impacts from Francine, which hit the Gulf Coast as a category 2 hurricane. “The main thing, [...]
Alabama National Fair luncheon kicks off in downtown Montgomery – WAK…
Posted: Sep 10, 2024 9:07 PM CDT Updated: Sep 10, 2024 9:10 PM CDT by WAKA Action 8 News We are a little over three weeks away from “The 12 [...]
Alabama man on trial in alleged open-marriage murder, kidnapping man …
A capital murder defendant accused last year of killing Dustin Grimes and kidnapping Grimes’ wife in a Lawrence County home invasion claims he suffered from a mental defect at the [...]
Watch: This change on the OL for Alabama made the difference versus U…
Photo comes via SEC Media Portal Alabama football needed a spark in the second half against South Florida. It was clinging to a 14-13 lead over the Bulls when Elijah [...]
The Next Round Alabama News Center College Football Preview Week 2
Cal comes to town for a rematch with Auburn after the Golden Bears fell to the Tigers 14-10 at home last year. Alabama hosts a rematch with South Florida after [...]
How to watch the Alabama Crimson Tide vs. USF Bulls
The Alabama Crimson Tide plays the USF Bulls on Saturday, and if you’re wondering how you can watch the action live, you’ve come to the right place. After a massive [...]
Alabama’s Jalen Milroe goes from spectator role to star status in rem…
Jalen Milroe watched from the sidelines as Alabama’s offense sputtered against South Florida last season. Kalen DeBoer was coaching at Washington. And Ryan Williams was a high school junior at the time. [...]
Scott Cochran makes return to Alabama facilities
Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports Former Alabama strength coach Scott Cochran was one of Nick Saban’s foundational assistants during his run with the Crimson Tide. Often considered the glue [...]
James Spann: A few showers for Alabama today, higher rain coverage Th…
SPOTTY SHOWERS LATER TODAY: We will mention the chance of a few widely scattered showers today and Wednesday, but the chance of any one location seeing rain is 25% or [...]
Crimson Tide S Keon Sabb named SEC Defensive Player of the Week
At times it can be tough to please the Alabama Crimson Tide faithful, but it’s hard for the fans to say much after a season-opening 63-0 victory over Western Kentucky. [...]
Governor Kay Ivey Shares Video Message in Honor of Labor Day – Office…
August 30, 2024MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday shared a video message ahead of Labor Day weekend, honoring the hardworking men and women across Alabama whose efforts keep the [...]
City Leader or JV Cheerleader: What is Frank Brocato’s role in Hoover…
In a dizzying three months, Alabama Today has reported on the curious case of delayed annual audits and the secret forensic audit being done in the most roundabout way using [...]
McGill-Toolen defends cannon against Murphy, plus week 2 highlights
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Our game of the week was one of the oldest rivalries in Alabama football history as it was the 93rd meeting between Murphy and McGill-Toolen. The [...]
Hotels already full ahead of the University of Alabama's first g…
TUSCALOOSA, Ala (WIAT) – If you have tickets to a game inside Bryant Denny Stadium, hotel sales directors suggest you book your room now if you have not already. If [...]
Former Alabama prep standout rejoins Chicago Bears
Former Buckhorn High School standout Khari Blasingame is back for a third season with the Chicago Bears.The Bears released Blasingame on Tuesday when they reduced their preseason roster to the [...]
Former 5-star ready to be unleashed for Alabama on defense
Gary Cosby Jr. - Tuscaloosa News / USA Today Sports He has multiple packages ready for Alabama’s defense this season, but how many of those will Kane Wommack feature this [...]
Alabama’s first official Black town holds 125th Founder’s Day celebra…
The town of Hobson City, Alabama, recently celebrated its 125th Founder’s Day. RELATED: Hobson City has historic distinction as Alabama’s first official Black town Historically known as Alabama’s first official [...]
12-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul speaks with Alabama football
When people think of the Alabama Crimson Tide football program, state-of-the-art facilities and national championships come to mind. The program has almost a mystique about it due to its unprecedented [...]
Boys and Girls Clubs of East Central Alabama to celebrate 'infin…
ANNISTON, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Boys and Girls Clubs of East Central Alabama are getting ready this week for the biggest fundraiser of the year. The nonprofit helps youth build [...]
Nick Saban using ‘reverse rat poision’ to motivate Alabama
Nick Saban is using some rat poison as he gets his media career off the ground. Saban wants his edition of rat poison to motivate Alabama football this season. Pat [...]
Jazz nights at True Story Brewing: Where Birmingham’s bebop legacy th…
In a world where it’s increasingly difficult to distinguish the authentic from the manufactured, we’re drawn to experiences that feel genuine, moments that allow us to slow down and fully [...]
Alabama vs. Texas live stream, TV channel, odds | Week 2
At Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday, Jase McClellan and the Alabama Crimson Tide (12-2) play the Texas Longhorns (12-2). Defensively, Alabama has been a top-25 unit, ranking 18th-best by allowing just [...]
Governor Ivey Makes Appointments to Alabama School of Healthcare Scie…
August 19, 2024MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced her recent appointments made to the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences (ASHS) Board. The newly established Alabama School of Healthcare [...]
Mayor Frank Brocato gives perplexing audit update
For months, the City of Hoover has attempted to hide the details of its ongoing forensic audit while evading questions about its annual audit. At the August 05, 2024 city [...]
Sunny Days Are Here To Stay…Sunday PM forecast – WVUA 23
Happy Sunday to all! Currently central Alabama is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 10pm. These storms can produce damaging wind gusts and some hail. For the rest of the [...]
Strong storms possible again Sunday, mainly south of Birmingham
Alabama Impact Day: Dangerously hot with intense storms Sunday Feels like 105° again Sunday then storms explode mainly south of Birmingham Updated: 7:51 AM CDT Aug 18, 2024 THIS IS [...]