The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) is addressing problems associated with childhood trauma and the impact it has on a child’s success by launching a pilot program designed to better equip providers to address childhood trauma. The ultimate goal of the initiative is to expand trauma-informed care to every provider working with adolescents across […]

Early Sunday morning, an EF-1 tornado struck Hale County, Alabama, damaging over 30 homes and completely destroying eight, according to the Hale County Emergency Management Agency. The National Weather Service confirmed that the tornado left a 15-mile path of destruction. Two Hale County residents are lucky to be alive after the storm. CBS 42 reported […]

Nearly a week after a firearm accidentally discharged inside a second-grader’s backpack at Challenger Elementary School, questions remain about how the gun ended up in the child’s possession. The incident occurred last Thursday around 2:45 p.m. as students were being dismissed from school. According to officials with Huntsville City Schools, the firearm was discharged while […]

City leaders in Birmingham are raising serious concerns about the growing backlog of criminal court cases, which is leaving many families waiting years for justice. The backlog of these cases was addressed at Tuesday’s Birmingham City Council meeting, according to an ABC33/40 report. Mayor Randall Woodfin and Birmingham City Council President Darrell O’Quinn addressed the issue, […]

The Alabama House of Representatives has passed legislation that would allow prosecutors to seek the death penalty for adults convicted of first-degree rape or sodomy of a child under the age of 12. The bill, sponsored by State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne), passed with an 86-5 vote, with nine representatives abstaining. The legislation now moves to […]

State Rep. Cynthia Almond (R-Tuscaloosa) is addressing rising concerns over drone activity around Alabama’s public schools. Following an increase in unexplained drone sightings across the country, Almond has filed a bill aimed at regulating drone use near schools to protect students and teachers. HB201 would prohibit flights within 500 feet of school property without approval, […]

The Alabama Legislature began its 2025 regular session last week and Governor Kay Ivey outlined several priorities in her State of the State Address. Among them was a new initiative to provide eight weeks of paid parental leave for state employees and teachers. Alabama currently lacks a state-sponsored parental leave policy. Governor Ivey cited findings […]

New evidence has emerged suggesting foul play in the disappearance of Ronald Leslie Dumas Jr., a Huntsville real estate agent missing since mid-December. Authorities now believe Dumas, 37, was abducted, and five individuals are now wanted in connection with the case, marking a significant shift in the investigation. Dumas was last seen on December 15, […]

It is a common sight in today’s digital world: Toddlers holding tablets or other digital devices, with their eyes glued to the screen, are seated quietly at a restaurant, movie theatre, church, or other public setting while their parents enjoy some grown-up time. Parents have discovered that technology can too easily serve as a convenient […]

Tuscaloosa County School System (TCSS) officials recently announced that varsity sports at Holt High School will be discontinued after the 2025-2026 school year due to declining student participation. The decision, which TCSS described as difficult but necessary, was made after careful evaluation of participation rates and what would best serve student-athletes. Beginning in the fall […]

On Thursday, a scary situation for parents, faculty, and students took place at Challenger Elementary School in Huntsville. It all happened around 2:45 as students were being dismissed from school. According to officials with Huntsville City Schools, students were in the hallway preparing to go home when a firearm accidentally went off in a second-grade […]

An alleged massive gun battle took place in Birmingham on Wednesday evening leaving one man dead. Authorities say at least 40 shots from various weapons were fired in the densely populated Kingston community. At approximately 9:40 p.m., police were in the Kingston area when they heard a large amount of gunfire being discharged. South Precinct […]

Marcus Martin, a 40-year-old Selma resident and gifted musician known for his dedication to his church and community, was tragically killed on January 31, after being struck by gunfire in the parking lot of a Selma Walmart. Martin was sitting in his vehicle when the gunfire erupted between four young men in an unrelated argument. […]

Alabama families relying on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are increasingly vulnerable to Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) fraud. According to the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR), more than $5 million has been stolen from Alabama SNAP recipients over the past few months. Unfortunately, federal reimbursement for stolen benefits ended on December 20, 2024, […]

On Monday, Demetrius Jackson Jr., 23, was found guilty of reckless manslaughter and three counts of second-degree assault for his involvement in the July 3, 2020, shooting at the Riverchase Galleria in Alabama. It took the jury seven hours of deliberations over two days to reach a verdict. The jury was instructed to consider several […]

The 865-bed Etowah County jail will now be partially filled with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainees. The jail facility has housed ICE detainees from 1998 until 2021, so this will not be a new experience for the Sheriff’s Department. In 2022, President Biden’s administration closed 16 of 32 facilities in four states, and […]

Four Star Freightliner, a leading truck dealership in the Southeast, has taken a significant step in workforce development by registering its Diesel Technician Apprenticeship Program with the state of Alabama. Known for providing top-tier medium and heavy-duty trucks from Daimler brands like Freightliner and Western Star, Four Star Freightliner operates seven locations across Alabama, Georgia, […]

A tragedy took place in Selma, Alabama, late last week leaving one innocent bystander dead and a community in fear. According to several news outlets, around 9:00 p.m. on Friday, 40-year-old Marcus Martin went to Walmart at 1501 AL Hwy 14 East in Selma. He never returned home. Before Martin arrived at the shopping center, […]

The Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of its 2025 awards, highlighting exceptional contributions to the community. The honorees were celebrated during the annual Awards Banquet on January 28th. C&H Discount Drugs, co-owned by pharmacists Richard Hammon and John Carr, was named the Small Business of the Year. Established in 1990, the pharmacy […]

A U.S. District Judge sentenced two Birmingham brothers to prison for their role in an interstate stolen goods scheme. Judge Madeline Haikala sentenced Abdurrahman Amar, 32, to 34 months and Yahya Amar, 33, to 30 months after they pleaded guilty to conspiracy to transport stolen goods across state lines. According to abc3340, from January 2022 […]

On Thursday, outside of Jackson Hospital & Clinic, employees, community members, and elected officials rallied in a desperate bid to keep the struggling hospital afloat. Signs reading “Save our jobs!”, “We need Jackson!”, and “Help us, help you!” reflected the community’s concern over the 80-year-old institution’s uncertain future. Jackson Hospital has been grappling with severe […]

A quality education is one of the most valuable gifts a child can be blessed with and students at Montgomery Christian School(MCS) receive just that. RELATED: Alabama officials say they are ‘proud to celebrate School Choice Week’ as new program starts this year As part of National School Choice Week, MCS has been recognized as […]

The question of whether or not Avette Dunn, a Shelby County Schools cafeteria worker, will get to keep her job is still undecided after she violated school protocol by not informing a principal about donations she collected to pay for students’ lunches. Shelby County’s superintendent, Dr. Lewis Brooks, has recommended Dunn for termination. Dunn has […]

On Tuesday, the Birmingham Board of Education responded to an application submitted by the Alabama Aerospace and Aviation High School (AAHS) in Bessemer to open a campus in the city near A.H Parker High School. The Board turned down the request. According to The Birmingham Times, the school is rapidly reaching capacity with approximately 200 students. […]