Charges against Alabama Department of Transportation Director John Cooper were dropped Tuesday after his neighbor, Gerald Carter, chose not to pursue the matter, according to court records. Cooper, who had been charged with harassment following a 2023 property dispute with Carter in Marshall County, was accused of threatening to shoot Carter during an argument over […]

The University of Alabama at Birmingham has received a $3.6 million pledge from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. The donation will support scholarships for students in the UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine, School of Nursing and School of Dentistry. These scholarships serve to improve access to quality, affordable health care for all Alabamians and further address health […]

The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) alerted the public to avoid the Montgomery VA Hospital on Perry Hill Road due to what was first indicated as an “active shooter investigation” just before 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Shortly after, a spokesperson clarified the situation as an “active threat investigation.” Just before noon, a spokesperson […]

Gorman Houston, a former Alabama Supreme Court Justice and native of Eufaula, passed away at the age of 91. He’s being remembered by friends and colleagues as a beloved member of the court and a man of sincere selflessness.  Houston was first appointed to the court in 1985 by Governor George Wallace. He was elected […]

Residents of Homewood will go to the polls next Tuesday to decide on a new form of government. A unanimous decision last month by the Homewood City Council set a special election for voters to consider moving to a Council-Manager form of government rather than the current Council-Mayor form. The referendum also proposes to reduce […]

A two-part documentary chronicling the political life and redemption of the late Alabama Governor George Wallace produced by WSFA 12 in Montgomery is now available online after several broadcast television appearances. “George Wallace – Politics, Segregation, and Redemption” presents rare archival footage alongside interviews with Alabama political and civil rights leaders who knew Wallace well […]

U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Ted Cruz today moved for immediate passage of their IVF Protection Act first introduced in May. After Senate Democrats blocked the legislation for a second time, Britt (R-Montgomery) bashed the group for “choosing to spread misinformation rather than fostering hope.” The legislation being pushed by the two lawmakers would ensure […]

Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, is encouraging qualified Alabamians to serve as poll workers for the November 5, 2024 General Election. “Poll workers are essential members of the election administration team. They work hard from sun up to sun down on Election Day ensuring our elections run smoothly and efficiently. Serving as a poll […]

In the latest act of Alabama’s years-long broadband expansion effort, Governor Kay Ivey announced an almost $42 million Capital Projects Fund grant to be allocated toward 23 counties across the state. The new funding will help to provide broadband availability to more than 15,000 households, businesses, and community anchors. Once completed, the additional “last-mile broadband” […]

Just in time for fall, the award-winning OWA Parks & Resort, just seven miles from the Alabama Gulf Coast, announced an exciting lineup of musical performances at the OWA Theater. The genres featured on the calendar range from acoustic jazz and a Michael Jackson tribute performance all the way to a band honoring rock legends […]

The Regions Foundation has awarded a $150,000 grant to the nonprofit organization STRIVE Birmingham. The group supports education and workforce development opportunities in the Magic City by providing free job training and career support services to those having difficulty finding employment. The grant was presented Friday during one of STRIVE’s first graduation events honoring adults […]

According to the Mobile Chamber and the company, Austal USA has been awarded a $450 million contract by General Dynamics Electric Boat to expand production capacity at its shipyard in Mobile shipyard in support of the U.S. Navy Submarine Industrial Base (SIB). The contract will enable Austal to expand and enhance its existing infrastructure by […]

According to Mark Halperin of Newsmax TV, former President Donald Trump is planning to attend another gameday in Tuscaloosa for Alabama’s matchup against the Georgia Bulldogs on September 28. The last time Trump visited Bryant-Denny Stadium was as president in 2019 when the Crimson Tide played LSU. RELATED: Trump greeted in Bryant-Denny Stadium by deafening […]

Local, state, community an business leaders gathered to cut a ceremonial ribbon and celebrate the re-opening of iconic Gulf State Park Pier last Friday. The pier underwent an extensive renovation and re-opened to the public last month, and Friday’s event allowed community leaders to show their appreciation for the Gulf Coast landmark. “If you want […]

The University of Alabama at Birmingham was recently awarded substantial federal funding to begin a study on “transgender vaginal health” by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The grant, according to USASpending.gov, sets forth that the transgender population is “underserved” and has “limited engagement” with sexual health services due to discrimination. “The focus […]

Former President Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt Sunday afternoon while golfing at his West Palm Beach club, according to reports from authorities. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating the incident, which involved a suspect armed with an AK-47-style rifle who was apprehended in a neighboring county. Trump was on […]

The path that Greg Lein and Matthew Capps shared with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks Division is now diverging. Lein, the State Parks Director for the past 12 years is retiring, and Matthew Capps, former Deputy Director, has been promoted to State Parks Director. While preparing for the National […]

Montgomery’s Old Cloverdale area is about to have fresh appeal thanks to a handful of businesses planning on moving into the neighborhood. Charlie Colvin, President of the Cloverdale-Idlewild Neighborhood Association, offered details to WSFA 12 on the upcoming projects. “They’ll make a combination of new buildings, old buildings,” said Colvin. “They’re going to clean up […]

In news no one wanted to hear, former Alabama Crimson Tide star and current Miami Dolphins quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa, suffered another concussion during Miami’s Thursday night matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Late in the third quarter, during an already difficult game for Tagovailoa, he attempted to make a play on fourth down. After securing a […]

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Lake Martin Life — your new go-to destination for everything happening around the beautiful Lake Martin community. Whether you’re a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, our platform is designed to keep you connected and informed about all things Lake Martin.  Lake Martin Life is working to be […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall said firmly on Thursday that Alabamians have a right to be concerned about the surge of Haitian immigrants in areas across the state. “I think that Americans have been struggling with and concerned about it for quite some time,” Marshall said, “and that is this increased flow across the borders, […]

Corporate Realty, along with its affiliated companies Home Communities and Healthcare Resources, announced a major rebranding to unite all entities under a new name: CR Endeavors. It’s a fitting change, the firm reports, as it continues its evolution from a local real estate firm to a regional development and management leader recognized for innovative, mixed-use […]

Alabama is mourning the loss of Bill O’Connor, who passed away on Monday at the age of 73. O’Connor’s legacy of service and leadership was honored this week by the Alabama Nursing Home Association, the Business Council of Alabama (BCA), as well as by friends, colleagues, and those who knew him best. O’Conner is survived […]

WINDY, WET DAY AHEAD: Rain is widespread across Alabama this morning as Francine moves up into south Mississippi as a weakening tropical low. Here are the weather issues today. WIND: A wind advisory is in effect for most of Alabama today. Gradient winds will hit 30-40 mph at times, with the higher gusts over the western half […]