The staff at the Guntersville VA recently held an early birthday celebration for World War II Army veteran William Morrow. Morrow, a Blount County native, will turn 100 on July 26. WHNT shared Morrow’s story. According to the news outlet, Morrow served from 1943 to 1945. He is a Purple Heart recipient, having been injured […]

When you go to a Dude Perfect show, you expect a high-energy variety of performances from five friends who became YouTube sensations. But during their Hero World Tour stop at the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center this weekend, fans got to witness an authentic reunion of a military family. True to their mission of giving back, spreading […]

After more than 50 years of calling bids across Alabama and the Southeast, J.M. Wood Auction Co. is entering a new chapter — and bringing its legacy along for the ride. The family-run Montgomery-based auction house has been acquired by global industry leader Ritchie Bros., in a move that companies say aligns with their shared […]

 Tuscaloosa Academy graduate Russell Cole has been named to the prestigious 2025 National Football Foundation (NFF) Team of Distinction. This honor recognizes the nation’s top high school scholar-athletes for excellence on the field, in the classroom, and in their communities. Cole was selected as the lone honoree from Alabama and one of just 82 players […]

Authorities and harm reduction advocates are warning of a suspected dangerous batch of methamphetamine circulating in Birmingham after several deaths and hospitalizations were reported over the past week. According to a Facebook post from the Recovery Resource Center (RRC), multiple people in the downtown Birmingham area experienced severe, unusual symptoms after injecting meth, including chills, […]

As Birmingham heads into a pivotal municipal election on August 26, voters will have no shortage of concerns they hope candidates will work to address if elected. The City of Birmingham released the full list of qualifying candidates for every race on the ballot, from mayor to school board. Meanwhile, residents attending a candidate forum […]

A recent court filing by the Internal Revenue Service could have sweeping implications for churches across Alabama, potentially allowing them to openly endorse political candidates without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status. The filing, first reported by ABC News, formalizes the agency’s long-standing practice of not enforcing the 1954 Johnson Amendment against churches. That amendment prohibited all […]

Although the vote was not unanimous, the Montgomery City Council approved an ordinance imposing a curfew on juveniles in the downtown entertainment district at its most recent meeting. WSFA reported that the curfew will apply to those 17 and younger from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. on weeknights, and from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. […]

“Thank God he’s alive” — that’s how Brian Carter described his son’s miraculous survival after being shot seven times from just five feet away while visiting Birmingham, Alabama, for football training. Ethan Carter, an 18-year-old Michigan high school football standout and recent Hudsonville High School graduate, was attacked Saturday evening, July 12, during what police […]

A new study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) warns that accidental overdoses of popular injectable weight-loss medications have risen sharply in recent years, as more patients turn to the drugs for weight loss and diabetes management. Some examples of these types of drugs include Ozempic (semaglutide), Mounjaro (tirzepatide), Trulicity (dulaglutide), and Victoza […]

Fairhope resident Troy Vickers has announced his candidacy for the municipality’s City Council, seeking the Place 1 seat currently held by incumbent Jack Burrell. Vickers, who moved to Fairhope in 2022 with his wife, Diane, said his background as a civil engineer and his experiences as a citizen motivated him to enter the race. Vickers […]

The Muscle Shoals City Council heard from constituents in the Beacon Point neighborhood about a troubling situation during its July 14 meeting, according to WAFF. Neighbors reported that thousands of dead fish and standing water had invaded their backyards, creating what some described as a “lake” of water behind the neighborhood. RELATED: Alex City residents […]

More than four years after Alabama legalized medical cannabis, the product remains unavailable, but an administrative hearing process may finally clear the way for licenses to be awarded. WHNT reported that the long-running disputes over medical cannabis facility licenses could soon be addressed through a formal process led by former Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice […]

The Montgomery Police Department held a press conference on Tuesday to address a string of violent incidents over the past week and outline ongoing efforts to reduce crime in the city. Chief of Police James Grayboys opened the briefing by acknowledging the purpose of the event. “One of the things I’m going to be talking […]

Something new is coming to Alabama’s weather world. In a video message posted to The Alabama Weather Network’s platforms, James Spann announced the launch of a new 24/7 digital weather channel dedicated to serving all 67 counties of Alabama. This is welcome news to many Alabamians. “This is James Spann, Chief Meteorologist for ABC 33/40 […]

The City of Mountain Brook has joined the City of Tuscaloosa in a lawsuit challenging Alabama’s current method of distributing revenue from the state’s Simplified Sellers Use Tax (SSUT). Tuscaloosa approved filing the lawsuit at its July 2 meeting, and the Mountain Brook City Council voted unanimously to join during its meeting on July 15. […]

Alabama is considering joining 10 other states pursuing legislation to ban the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for purchasing candy and soda. The proposed change comes as part of a growing national debate over whether taxpayer-funded food assistance should cover sugary and high-fat foods. State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) announced he will […]

Briarwood Presbyterian Church has officially named Rev. Dr. John Scott Redd Jr. as its next senior pastor, making him just the third full-time senior pastor to lead the church since its founding 65 years ago. According to AL.com, the church’s congregation voted to call Redd on June 15, and the Evangel Presbytery formally approved his appointment during a […]

Birmingham’s Powell Steam Plant, built in the 1800s, will now be repurposed to power individuals often overlooked in society by providing them with entertainment experiences designed for their individual needs. KultureCity plans to preserve the site’s history while also creating a new vision to enrich the lives of this deserving population. KultureCity, a Birmingham-born nonprofit […]

Gov. Kay Ivey announced that the first group of Alabama rescue workers arrived in Texas today to assist with disaster relief efforts. Yellowhammer News reported last week that Governor Kay Ivey announced the deployment of a 40-person Alabama search and rescue team to assist Texas following devastating floods that killed more than 100 people. That […]

Chris Beeker III, a Tuscaloosa Republican and native of Greene County, currently serving in Place 2 of the Alabama Public Service Commission, announced Monday that he is now seeking a full term. Beeker was appointed to the commission by Gov. Kay Ivey in 2024, succeeding his father, Chip Beeker. His campaign is promoting public service […]

Two young ladies from Madison, Alabama, have important plans for today. For the third year in a row, Maelin-Kate Carlson and her best friend, Landri Kruse, will operate a neighborhood lemonade stand to support the important work at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The stand will be open at the Heritage Station Subdivision Pool area, […]

Alabama continues to stand out as one of the most affordable states in the nation, with 10 of its counties ranking among the 50 least expensive counties to live in, according to a new report from 24/7 Wall Street. The report, “Where $50,000 Goes Furthest: America’s 50 Least Expensive Counties to Live In,” analyzed counties […]

The Alabama State Board of Education took another step this week toward implementing a statewide policy aimed at reducing vaping among public school students. The policy comes in response to growing concerns about the health effects of vaping on young people and the increasing number of students caught using e-cigarettes on school property. According to […]