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ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A single-vehicle accident left a 32-year-old Riverside man dead Saturday afternoon.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Kevin Ramsey was injured when the vehicle he was driving left the roadway, struck a ditch and then hit a utility pole. He was not using a seatbelt at the t... | 2022-03-20T21:39:12Z | www.cbs42.com | Man dead after car strikes ditch, crashes into utility pole in St. Clair County | https://www.cbs42.com/news/traffic-news/man-dead-after-car-strikes-ditch-crashes-into-utility-pole-in-st-clair-county/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/traffic-news/man-dead-after-car-strikes-ditch-crashes-into-utility-pole-in-st-clair-county/ |
ANNISTON, Ala. (WIAT) — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a woman who they say suffers from dementia. She was last seen Sunday morning.
According to the Anniston Police Department, Carolyn Anderson, also known as Carolyn Tippins, was last seen around 10 a.m. on East 22nd Street in Anniston. She w... | 2022-03-21T00:24:14Z | www.cbs42.com | Search underway for missing Anniston woman | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/search-underway-for-missing-anniston-woman/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/search-underway-for-missing-anniston-woman/ |
Jordan says police are trying to confirm that Summage was trying to break up a fight at an off-campus party when he was shot. Police charged 21-year-old Marquavius Lee Debro of Tuskegee with murder.
Debro is jailed in Macon County with bail set at $150,000. It’s unclear if he has a lawyer to speak for him. | 2022-03-21T13:06:52Z | www.cbs42.com | Tuskegee University football player shot to death in Alabama | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/tuskegee-university-football-player-shot-to-death-in-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/tuskegee-university-football-player-shot-to-death-in-alabama/ |
CHILTON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — An 80-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle Chilton County crash over the weekend.
According to state troopers, Bobby Mims died when the vehicle he was driving left the roadway and struck a tree around 6:20 p.m. Saturday. He was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on Chilton Co... | 2022-03-21T13:07:36Z | www.cbs42.com | 80-year-old killed in Chilton County crash | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/80-year-old-killed-in-chilton-county-crash/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/80-year-old-killed-in-chilton-county-crash/ |
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — Deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a man they said cut a hole in a fence and broke into a business Monday morning.
John Adam Mitchell, 46, was charged with first-degree theft of property, third-degree burglary, possession of burglary tools, resisting arrest... | 2022-03-21T15:40:29Z | www.cbs42.com | Deputies arrest man who broke into Jefferson County business, attempted to escape once caught | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/deputies-arrest-man-who-broke-into-jefferson-county-business-attempted-to-escape-once-caught/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/deputies-arrest-man-who-broke-into-jefferson-county-business-attempted-to-escape-once-caught/ |
St. Clair County Schools dealing with overcrowding concerns
SPRINGVILLE Ala. (WIAT) — The St. Clair County School District is dealing with overcrowding issues that have led them to consider using portable units. The biggest growth in the county is being seen in the Springville and Margaret communities. Due to the influ... | 2022-03-21T15:40:53Z | www.cbs42.com | St. Clair County Schools dealing with overcrowding concerns | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/st-clair-county-schools-dealing-with-overcrowding-concerns/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/st-clair-county-schools-dealing-with-overcrowding-concerns/ |
SCOTT, La. (KLFY) — The Federal Bureau of Investigations and United State Marshals Service are now involved in the search for Ella Goodie, who went missing on March 9 when she was contracted to drive a man to Houston, and the person of interest in the case, Brandon Francisco, who is believed to be the last person who w... | 2022-03-21T15:40:59Z | www.cbs42.com | FBI, US Marshals Service now involved in search for missing Louisiana woman Ella Goodie | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/fbi-us-marshals-service-now-involved-in-search-for-missing-louisiana-woman-ella-goodie/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/fbi-us-marshals-service-now-involved-in-search-for-missing-louisiana-woman-ella-goodie/ |
Women’s History Month: Female lead Birmingham City Council
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — CBS 42 is continuing to celebrate Women’s History Month by shinning a light on the female voices behind our city government.
These five women are making history in the city of Birmingham, becoming one of few women to serve on a predomi... | 2022-03-22T05:32:21Z | www.cbs42.com | Women's History Month: Female lead Birmingham City Council | https://www.cbs42.com/news/hidden-history/womens-history/womens-history-month-female-lead-birmingham-city-council/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/hidden-history/womens-history/womens-history-month-female-lead-birmingham-city-council/ |
HIGHLAND LAKE, Ala. (WIAT) – Some community members in Highland Lake are concerned over the town’s zoning and building ordinance.
They are arguing that the minimum 1,800 square footage requirement is too high. Karen Murphy tells CBS 42 she has tried to downsize her home, but was denied by the city.
“We purchase that la... | 2022-03-22T05:32:27Z | www.cbs42.com | Highland Lake residents want building ordinance changed | https://www.cbs42.com/news/highland-lake-residents-want-building-ordinance-changed/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/highland-lake-residents-want-building-ordinance-changed/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Multiple Birmingham homes were damaged in an overnight fire Tuesday.
According to Birmingham Fire and Rescue officials, the fire started on the 14th Court North and resulted in three vacant homes burning down. A fourth home, which was occupied, was also heavily damaged.
Chief Clark said the th... | 2022-03-22T13:31:31Z | www.cbs42.com | Birmingham house fires under investigation | https://www.cbs42.com/news/birmingham-house-fires-under-investigation/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/birmingham-house-fires-under-investigation/ |
by: Summer Poole, Blake Brown
ATMORE, Ala. (WKRG) — An elderly man died Sunday in a house fire, according to Atmore Police Chief Chuck Brooks.
The fire started early Sunday morning at a house on Ann Street, near North Main Street.
Frank Jones, a 90-year-old Air Force veteran, died in the fire.
“He just made friends whe... | 2022-03-22T13:31:55Z | www.cbs42.com | 90-year-old Air Force veteran dies in Atmore house fire | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/90-year-old-air-force-veteran-dies-in-atmore-house-fire/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/90-year-old-air-force-veteran-dies-in-atmore-house-fire/ |
It is a partly to mostly cloudy and cool morning across Central Alabama with temperatures in the 50s and 60s.
You need to be WEATHER ALERT Today!! A strong cold front will move across Alabama during the evening and into tonight. It will be a partly to mostly cloudy, windy, warm, and more humid day before the thundersto... | 2022-03-22T13:32:13Z | www.cbs42.com | Weather ALERT: Strong to severe thunderstorms today | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/severe-weather/weather-alert-strong-to-severe-thunderstorms-today-and-tonight-across-central-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/severe-weather/weather-alert-strong-to-severe-thunderstorms-today-and-tonight-across-central-alabama/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Nearly a year after the city of Birmingham pardoned many citizens for different misdemeanor marijuana charges, the city is now offering a second chance for many through a new initiative.
On Tuesday, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announced that effective immediately, the city would be pardon... | 2022-03-22T16:48:31Z | www.cbs42.com | All traffic fines prior 2011 pardoned under new Birmingham initiative | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/watch-live-mayor-woodfin-announces-new-birmingham-initiative/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/watch-live-mayor-woodfin-announces-new-birmingham-initiative/ |
One particular traffic stop led to one individual being charged with first-degree cruelty to children. The MCSO says, “Though these numbers reflect excellent teamwork and crime prevention efforts within Muscogee County, there was one traffic stop that stood out among the rest,” in a news release.
According to the MCSO,... | 2022-03-22T16:48:49Z | www.cbs42.com | Traffic stop in Georgia leads to discovery of 1-year-old baby left home alone | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/georgia-news/traffic-stop-in-georgia-leads-to-discovery-of-1-year-old-baby-left-home-alone/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/georgia-news/traffic-stop-in-georgia-leads-to-discovery-of-1-year-old-baby-left-home-alone/ |
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WIAT) — Two people were killed after crashing their truck into the back of a tractor-trailer in Trussville Monday morning.
According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, Clifton Junior Cottingham, 47, and Roy Melton Jr., 42, were traveling in Cottingham’s pickup truck along I-59 North when they c... | 2022-03-22T16:49:07Z | www.cbs42.com | 2 killed after crashing into back of tractor-trailer in Trussville | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/2-killed-after-crashing-into-back-of-tractor-trailer-in-trussville/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/2-killed-after-crashing-into-back-of-tractor-trailer-in-trussville/ |
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man was convicted of aggravated stalking in Cullman County and using tracking devices on the victim’s vehicle even after a protection order was issued.
On Tuesday, a jury found John Michael Cosper, Jr. guilty on two counts of second-degree aggravated stalking and one count of violating a... | 2022-03-22T22:35:23Z | www.cbs42.com | Man found guilty of aggravated stalking in Cullman County, using tracking devices | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/man-found-guilty-of-using-tracking-devices-to-stalk-woman-in-cullman-county/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/man-found-guilty-of-using-tracking-devices-to-stalk-woman-in-cullman-county/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding an inmate who was found dead in his cell at the Jefferson County Jail Tuesday morning.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies found a 29-year-old inmate unresponsive in a cell at 5:02 a.m. Tuesday. It was reported tha... | 2022-03-22T22:35:31Z | www.cbs42.com | 29-year-old inmate found dead in cell at Jefferson County Jail | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/29-year-old-inmate-found-dead-at-jefferson-county-jail/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/29-year-old-inmate-found-dead-at-jefferson-county-jail/ |
JENNINGS, La. (KLFY) — A Lafayette woman was charged with second-degree attempted murder after allegedly instructing her son to “run over” her ex-lover, which he did, according to police.
Jennings Police say it happened in the 400 block of South Main Street. Police Chief Danny Semmes said officers got a call about a po... | 2022-03-22T22:36:18Z | www.cbs42.com | Police: Louisiana mom instructed son to 'run over' ex-lover | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/police-louisiana-mom-instructed-son-to-run-over-ex-lover/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/police-louisiana-mom-instructed-son-to-run-over-ex-lover/ |
BIRMINGHA, Ala. (WIAT) – March is Women’s History Month. Each year, CBS 42 recognizes remarkable women right here in Alabama and this week we’re honoring Laura Barlow Heath.
“I have such a full plate, but I don’t see it like that. I see it as just serving and trying to make a difference for my children and the other ch... | 2022-03-23T05:19:39Z | www.cbs42.com | Remarkable Women: Laura Barlow Heath | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/remarkable-women/remarkable-women-laura-barlow-heath/ | https://www.cbs42.com/remarkable-women/remarkable-women-laura-barlow-heath/ |
The Alabama Auto Show returns to Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT)- Are you in the market for a new vehicle? You have a chance to check out the latest style and support local charities.
The Alabama Auto Show returns to Birmingham this year. Organizers say the show comes at a critical time for the auto industry. The in... | 2022-03-23T14:21:50Z | www.cbs42.com | The Alabama Auto Show returns to Birmingham | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/the-alabama-auto-show-returns-to-birmingham/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/the-alabama-auto-show-returns-to-birmingham/ |
Mother of teen shot over the weekend says she’s willing to take matters into her own hands
RAYNE, La. (KLFY) — Kira Babineaux remembers where she was when she got the message that her 17-year-old son had been shot over the weekend in Rayne, Louisiana.
“Saturday morning around 3 a.m. I got a call that my son had been sh... | 2022-03-23T14:22:20Z | www.cbs42.com | Louisiana mother of teen shot over the weekend says she's willing to take matters into her own hands | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/mother-of-teen-shot-over-the-weekend-says-shes-willing-to-take-matters-into-her-own-hands/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/mother-of-teen-shot-over-the-weekend-says-shes-willing-to-take-matters-into-her-own-hands/ |
SYLACAUGA, Ala. (WIAT) — The Sylacauga Police Department is investigating a shooting Tuesday night that injured a pair of brothers.
According to SPD, officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Hubbard Avenue around 10 p.m. on reports of multiple shots being fired in the area. Officers then arrived at an apartment on ... | 2022-03-23T17:37:31Z | www.cbs42.com | 2 brothers injured in Sylacauga shooting | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/2-brothers-injured-in-sylacauga-shooting/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/2-brothers-injured-in-sylacauga-shooting/ |
9-point scores? Double forward passes? Check out the new USFL rules for upcoming season
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — In less than a month, the United States Football League (USFL) will officially be underway with its inaugural game live from Protective Stadium in Birmingham.
And with the new spring football league come ne... | 2022-03-23T17:37:43Z | www.cbs42.com | 9-point scores? Double forward passes? Check out the new USFL rules for first season | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/usfl/9-point-scores-double-forward-passes-check-out-the-new-usfl-rules-for-upcoming-season/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/usfl/9-point-scores-double-forward-passes-check-out-the-new-usfl-rules-for-upcoming-season/ |
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — It is being called a “crisis” in Baldwin County. Fentanyl-laced heroin, cocaine and other narcotics are flowing into Baldwin County communities, reflecting in a staggering number of overdose deaths in the past three years. Now law enforcement is focused on doing something about it.
Alabama... | 2022-03-23T20:48:51Z | www.cbs42.com | Fentanyl remains a crisis in the south Alabama county | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/fentanyl-remains-a-crisis-in-the-south-alabama-county/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/fentanyl-remains-a-crisis-in-the-south-alabama-county/ |
WATCH LIVE: University of Alabama holds memorial service for Autherine Lucy Foster
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — A memorial for the University of Alabama’s first Black student will be held on campus Thursday.
Autherine Lucy Foster, who became the university’s first Black student in 1956 and attended classes for three days ... | 2022-03-24T16:01:01Z | www.cbs42.com | WATCH LIVE: University of Alabama holds memorial service for Autherine Lucy Foster | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/watch-live-university-of-alabama-holds-memorial-service-for-autherine-lucy-foster/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/watch-live-university-of-alabama-holds-memorial-service-for-autherine-lucy-foster/ |
UAB, Birmingham-Southern hosting over 3,600 athletes for World Games
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham-Southern College and UAB will team up to host over 3,600 athletes for the 2022 World Games this summer.
UAB will use more than $1.5 million to help support the games. The Board of Trustees in the University of Alab... | 2022-03-24T16:01:25Z | www.cbs42.com | UAB, Birmingham-Southern hosting over 3,600 athletes for World Games | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/uab-birmingham-southern-hosting-over-3600-athletes-for-world-games/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/uab-birmingham-southern-hosting-over-3600-athletes-for-world-games/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Police are investigating after three bodies were recovered from a car that was found in receding floodwaters in Tuscaloosa County Thursday morning.
The Tuscaloosa Police Department and the Violent Crimes Unit are currently out near Main St Northeast and Short 19th St Northeast after the vehicl... | 2022-03-24T17:47:50Z | www.cbs42.com | Body pulled from car recovered from floodwaters in Tuscaloosa | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/body-pulled-from-car-recovered-from-floodwaters-in-tuscaloosa/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/body-pulled-from-car-recovered-from-floodwaters-in-tuscaloosa/ |
18-hour police stand off with hostage comes to an end
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — After nearly 18 hours, a police standoff with an unidentified male has come to an end. The unidentified male is now in custody with the Columbus Police Department.
Columbus Chief of Police, Freddie Blackmon tells CBS 42’s sister station, News ... | 2022-03-25T10:34:02Z | www.cbs42.com | 18-hour police stand off with hostage comes to an end | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/18-hour-police-stand-off-with-hostage-comes-to-an-end/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/18-hour-police-stand-off-with-hostage-comes-to-an-end/ |
Kelsey Grammer arrives in south Alabama to film new movie
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) – “The Jesus Revolution” production crew is looking for extras to help with a final scene being shot in Mobile next week.
On April 1, final scenes will be shot at St. Paul Episcopal Church.
“We are looking for all genders, ethnicities, and ag... | 2022-03-25T14:41:52Z | www.cbs42.com | Kelsey Grammer arrives in south Alabama to film new movie | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/kelsey-grammer-arrives-in-south-alabama-to-film-new-movie/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/kelsey-grammer-arrives-in-south-alabama-to-film-new-movie/ |
Man pleads guilty to child pornography possession in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A man has pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography, as well as illegally owning a gun, federal prosecutors announced Friday.
Antonio Zapata-Chairez, 43, pleaded guilty to one count of possession of a firearm by a prohibited ... | 2022-03-25T18:28:03Z | www.cbs42.com | Man pleads guilty to child pornography possession in Birmingham | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/man-pleads-guilty-to-child-pornography-possession-in-birmingham/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/man-pleads-guilty-to-child-pornography-possession-in-birmingham/ |
3 injured, 1 airlifted to hospital after car crash in Childersburg
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. (WIAT) — The Childersburg Fire and Rescue Department is investigating a crash Friday morning that injured three individuals.
The crash occurred on Coleman Road just off of Highway 280 around 10 a.m. Once on the scene, first responders... | 2022-03-25T18:28:15Z | www.cbs42.com | 3 injured, 1 airlifted to hospital after car crash in Childersburg | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/traffic-news/3-injured-1-airlifted-to-hospital-after-car-crash-in-childersburg/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/traffic-news/3-injured-1-airlifted-to-hospital-after-car-crash-in-childersburg/ |
Family mourns loved ones on anniversary of deadly AL tornado
CALHOUN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — Three crosses are now in the ground where the Harris family home once stood in Calhoun County before a devastating tornado one year ago.
On March 25th, 2021, Willie Harris Sr, his wife Barbara Harris, and the couple’s daughter Eb... | 2022-03-26T02:52:16Z | www.cbs42.com | Family mourns loved ones on anniversary of deadly AL tornado | https://www.cbs42.com/news/family-mourns-loved-ones-on-anniversary-of-deadly-al-tornado/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/family-mourns-loved-ones-on-anniversary-of-deadly-al-tornado/ |
@gannweather On this day in 3-25-1948. First time #Tornado wording was used in a forecast. #oneminuteweather #weatherhistory #weatherfacts ♬ original sound – Gannweather
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — What do “the Ed Sullivan Show,” “I Love Lucy,” and early 20th-century weather reports have in common? Censorship.
74 years a... | 2022-03-26T02:52:22Z | www.cbs42.com | When 'tornado' was a forbidden word | https://www.cbs42.com/news/when-tornado-was-a-forbidden-word/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/when-tornado-was-a-forbidden-word/ |
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A child is in the hospital after being struck by a vehicle while riding their scooter in Center Point, police said Friday night.
Deputy Chief David Agee confirmed that a young girl was hit and that the driver left the scene. Police are actively searching for the vehicle suspected of hitt... | 2022-03-26T04:23:11Z | www.cbs42.com | Child on scooter hit by car in Center Point | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/child-on-scooter-hit-by-car-in-center-point/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/child-on-scooter-hit-by-car-in-center-point/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT)- D2 Line Dancing of Birmingham is preparing to celebrate its 10th year anniversary and you can join in the celebration.
Desi Keith, owner and instructor, turned his passion into purpose. Keith says he uses his gift to help members of the community become physically and mentally fit one step at a... | 2022-03-26T13:57:17Z | www.cbs42.com | Line Dancing class preparing for anniversary celebration | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/line-dancing-class-preparing-for-anniversary-celebration/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/line-dancing-class-preparing-for-anniversary-celebration/ |
Warming up this week. We need to be Weather Aware for a threat for strong to severe storms on Wednesday
Today will be the start of a warming trend as an area of high pressure moves to the east-southeast of Alabama. We will have a beautiful day with a mostly sunny sky. It will be warmer with highs in the lower 70s.
Toni... | 2022-03-28T11:02:13Z | www.cbs42.com | Weather Aware for a threat for strong to severe storms on Wednesday | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/warming-up-this-week-we-need-to-be-weather-aware-for-a-threat-for-strong-to-severe-storms-on-wednesday/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/warming-up-this-week-we-need-to-be-weather-aware-for-a-threat-for-strong-to-severe-storms-on-wednesday/ |
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A new state database in Alabama will include the names of anyone convicted of mistreating senior citizens. Gov. Kay Ivey signed the law Thursday to create the nation’s first elder abuse registry under legislation called “Shirley’s Law.”
WSFA-TV reports the law was named for Shirley Holcombe, who... | 2022-03-28T13:25:48Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama creates registry for elder abuse convictions | https://www.cbs42.com/news/alabama-creates-registry-for-elder-abuse-convictions/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/alabama-creates-registry-for-elder-abuse-convictions/ |
Henry County Coroner Derek Wright confirmed that at around 3 p.m. Saturday, police received a call from around the Calhoun Drive area near Eufaula that a fishing boat and its two passengers were in distress. The boat was anchored near the shore of Calhoun Drive, on the Walter F. George Reservoir, also known as Lake Euf... | 2022-03-28T15:34:48Z | www.cbs42.com | Southeast Alabama man drowns in Lake Eufaula | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/dothan-man-drowns-in-lake-eufaula/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/dothan-man-drowns-in-lake-eufaula/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office is turning to the public for help finding the family of a man who was found dead at his home in Birmingham earlier this month.
On March 19, Joseph Lee Poole, 77, was found dead inside his home in the 1800 block of 30th Street West. He was found after his n... | 2022-03-28T17:41:18Z | www.cbs42.com | Jefferson County Coroner searching for family of man who died in Birmingham | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/jefferson-county-coroner-searching-for-family-of-man-who-died-in-birmingham/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/jefferson-county-coroner-searching-for-family-of-man-who-died-in-birmingham/ |
ALABASTER, Ala. (WIAT) — A 66-year-old man died in a house fire on Simsville Road in Alabaster Monday afternoon.
The fire started before 1 p.m. Monday in the 900 block of Simsville Road. Shelby County Coroner Lina Evans confirmed that Jimmy Peoples, 66, died in the fire.
No cause of the fire has been announced. | 2022-03-28T23:14:31Z | www.cbs42.com | 1 dead in Alabaster house fire | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-dead-in-alabaster-house-fire/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-dead-in-alabaster-house-fire/ |
Alabama’s big ten mayor’s summit held in Tuscaloosa
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — The mayors of Alabama’s ten largest cities were in Tuscaloosa for a two-day annual meeting. Mayor Walt Maddox said topics included violent crimes and Aniah’s Law.
“The passage of Aniah’s law will give judges in our state the ability to withho... | 2022-03-29T04:17:02Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama's big ten mayor's summit held in Tuscaloosa | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/alabamas-big-ten-mayors-summit-held-in-tuscaloosa/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/alabamas-big-ten-mayors-summit-held-in-tuscaloosa/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Monday, people lined the streets at the Shell station on Third Avenue West in Birmingham for a free gas giveaway. Many are feeling the pinch at the pump and for one woman, the event couldn’t have come at a better time.
Monday’s free gas giveaway left one woman in tears. Like many of us, she’s ... | 2022-03-29T04:17:20Z | www.cbs42.com | Woman runs out of gas while in line for free giveaway | https://www.cbs42.com/news/woman-runs-out-of-gas-while-in-line-for-gas-giveaway/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/woman-runs-out-of-gas-while-in-line-for-gas-giveaway/ |
At its Tuesday meeting, the Birmingham City Council is scheduled to consider an ordinance approving the sale of an empty burial plot in historic city-owned Oak Hill Cemetery to former Mayor Richard Arrington, Jr., for a nominal fee of $10.
The council’s administration committee voted unanimously earlier this month to r... | 2022-03-29T11:50:27Z | www.cbs42.com | A sacred space: Birmingham set to provide former Mayor Richard Arrington, Jr. burial plot in historic city cemetery | https://www.cbs42.com/news/sacred-space-birmingham-set-to-provide-former-mayor-richard-arrington-burial-plot-in-historic-cemetery/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/sacred-space-birmingham-set-to-provide-former-mayor-richard-arrington-burial-plot-in-historic-cemetery/ |
Warmer today, but you need to be Weather ALERT on Wednesday across Central Alabama
Much warmer temperatures are expected today as southerly winds return to Alabama. We will be mostly sunny and breezy with high temperatures in the lower 80s. Not bad for the end of March!
Tonight, we will be partly cloudy and not as chil... | 2022-03-29T11:50:39Z | www.cbs42.com | Warmer today, but you need to be Weather ALERT on Wednesday | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/warmer-today-but-you-need-to-be-weather-alert-on-wednesday-across-central-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/warmer-today-but-you-need-to-be-weather-alert-on-wednesday-across-central-alabama/ |
Goulart was arrested on November 24, 2018, after getting into an argument with his brother. During the argument, his brother asked his wife to call the police. Hearing this, Goulart ran to his house and grabbed his gun.
When he came back to his brother’s house, Goulart shot his brother and was arrested later that night... | 2022-03-29T17:51:57Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama man sentenced to 45 years in prison after murdering brother | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/alabama-man-sentenced-to-45-years-in-prison-after-killing-his-brother/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/alabama-man-sentenced-to-45-years-in-prison-after-killing-his-brother/ |
Judge dismisses charges in case involving 2018 beatings at south Alabama high school
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A four-year legal battle against the Mobile County School Board centering around videos showing students attacking other students on school campuses four years ago is finally over.
The first video, a grainy cell p... | 2022-03-29T17:52:05Z | www.cbs42.com | Judge dismisses charges in case involving 2018 beating at south Alabama high school | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/judge-dismisses-charges-in-case-involving-2018-beatings-at-south-alabama-high-school/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/judge-dismisses-charges-in-case-involving-2018-beatings-at-south-alabama-high-school/ |
240 pounds of marijuana seized after police chase in Cleburne County
CLEBURNE COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office made a historic drug bust after a brief police chase Monday.
According to CCSO, a deputy saw a driver traveling at speeds of over 100 mph just before 12:30 p.m. on I-20. The deputy th... | 2022-03-29T17:52:50Z | www.cbs42.com | 240 pounds of marijuana seized after police chase in Cleburne County | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/240-pounds-of-marijuana-seized-after-police-chase-in-cleburne-county/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/240-pounds-of-marijuana-seized-after-police-chase-in-cleburne-county/ |
DUSON, La. (KLFY) — A Duson woman is speaking out after she said her ex-boyfriend ran over her parents with his car while coming after her.
The Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office is now trying to locate the suspect. Michael Granger, 29, is charged with three counts of attempted first-degree murder. The incident happened... | 2022-03-29T17:53:09Z | www.cbs42.com | Louisiana man accused of running over ex's parents | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-man-accused-of-running-over-ex-girlfriends-parents/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-man-accused-of-running-over-ex-girlfriends-parents/ |
Central Alabama’s ‘Remarkable Woman of the Year’ to be named Wednesday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — On Wednesday, CBS 42 will name its “Remarkable Woman of the Year.”
All through March, we have told you stories about four women–all nominated by people in the community– about their work in Central Alabama. The following wo... | 2022-03-29T17:53:27Z | www.cbs42.com | Central Alabama's 'Remarkable Woman of the Year' to be named Wednesday | https://www.cbs42.com/remarkable-women/central-alabamas-remarkable-woman-of-the-year-to-be-named-wednesday/ | https://www.cbs42.com/remarkable-women/central-alabamas-remarkable-woman-of-the-year-to-be-named-wednesday/ |
Remarkable Women Finalist: Bettye Johnson
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — 82-year-old Bettye Johnson’s goal for her life is simple: Make a difference.
“If you’re hungry, I’ll feed you. You ain’t got no clothes, I’ll clothe you. I’ll do that. You ain’t got a dime in your pocket, I’ll give you one. That’s what I do. And I just... | 2022-03-29T17:53:33Z | www.cbs42.com | Remarkable Women Finalist: Bettye Johnson | https://www.cbs42.com/remarkable-women/remarkable-women-finalist-bettye-johnson/ | https://www.cbs42.com/remarkable-women/remarkable-women-finalist-bettye-johnson/ |
Family of Tuscaloosa double shooting victims speaking out
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Police in Tuscaloosa are searching for suspect(s) who shot two people Monday night, killing one and injuring the other.
According to the Tuscaloosa Police Department, officers responded just before 10 p.m. to the 3000 block of 27th Stre... | 2022-03-30T02:57:19Z | www.cbs42.com | Family of Tuscaloosa double shooting victims speaking out | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/family-of-tuscaloosa-double-shooting-victims-speaking-out/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/family-of-tuscaloosa-double-shooting-victims-speaking-out/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Preparations for the World Games 2022 continue as the city marks 100 days until the major event.
Tuesday, organizers announced plans for a relay involving thousands of veterans in several states.
Veterans will take turns carrying an American flag from the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. to the... | 2022-03-30T02:57:25Z | www.cbs42.com | World Games 2022 preparations continue with only 100 days until the event | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/world-games-2022-preparations-continue-with-only-100-days-until-the-event/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/world-games-2022-preparations-continue-with-only-100-days-until-the-event/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.(WIAT) — The Food and Drug Administration expanded its emergency use authorization for a second COVID-19 booster shot for all adults 50 years and older Tuesday.
This covers both Pfizer and moderna vaccines. With this approval, people are now looking at the option to get four shots in total, two of the o... | 2022-03-30T02:57:37Z | www.cbs42.com | UAB expert weighs in on the FDA's approval of second booster shot | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/uab-expert-weighs-in-on-the-fdas-approval-of-second-booster-shot/ | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/uab-expert-weighs-in-on-the-fdas-approval-of-second-booster-shot/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The city of Birmingham approved a pay raise for city workers, including police officers, firefighters and other first responders. The funds came from a $53 million surplus from tax revenue over the recent fiscal year.
The Birmingham Fraternal Order of Police have voiced their concerns, saying ... | 2022-03-30T04:54:30Z | www.cbs42.com | Birmingham Fraternal Order of Police not satisfied with amount of pay raise | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/birmingham-fraternal-order-of-police-not-satisfied-with-amount-of-pay-raise/ | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/birmingham-fraternal-order-of-police-not-satisfied-with-amount-of-pay-raise/ |
VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WIAT) — An arrest was made following a police chase that started in Vestavia Hills and ended at Birmingham’s “Malfunction Junction.”
According to Lt. Michael Keller of the Vestavia Police Department, an officer pulled over a vehicle and ran a tag. After receiving a hit on the vehicle, the officer ... | 2022-03-30T18:22:11Z | www.cbs42.com | Police make arrest following chase that ended in Birmingham's 'Malfunction Junction' | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/police-make-arrest-following-chase-that-ended-in-birminghams-malfunction-junction/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/police-make-arrest-following-chase-that-ended-in-birminghams-malfunction-junction/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Garth Brooks, one of the highest-selling country singers in the world, will be coming to Birmingham for a concert this summer.
On June 4, Brooks will play a show at Protective Stadium, the first show at the new stadium. The concert is part of Brooks’ Stadium Tour. This will be Brooks’ first sh... | 2022-03-30T18:22:29Z | www.cbs42.com | Garth Brooks playing at Birmingham's Protective Stadium June 4 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/garth-brooks-playing-at-birminghams-protective-stadium-june-4/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/garth-brooks-playing-at-birminghams-protective-stadium-june-4/ |
Oxford Logan’s Roadhouse closed indefinitely after fire
OXFORD, Ala. (WIAT) — The Oxford Fire Department helped put out a fire at a steakhouse Wednesday morning.
The fire at Logan’s Roadhouse has been put out but an undisclosed amount of damage was done to the building.
OFD says that the restaurant will be closed for t... | 2022-03-30T20:13:07Z | www.cbs42.com | Oxford Logan’s Roadhouse closed indefinitely after fire | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/oxford-logans-roadhouse-closed-indefinitely-after-fire/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/oxford-logans-roadhouse-closed-indefinitely-after-fire/ |
Laura Barlow Heath named Central Alabama’s ‘Remarkable Woman of the Year’
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Laura Barlow Heath, a member of the Sylacauga City Council, has been named Central Alabama’s “Remarkable Woman of the Year.”
Heath was one of four finalists across Central Alabama for the award, which honors women who se... | 2022-03-30T20:13:25Z | www.cbs42.com | Pastor Bettye Johnson named Central Alabama's 'Remarkable Woman of the Year' | https://www.cbs42.com/remarkable-women/laura-barlow-heath-named-central-alabamas-remarkable-woman-of-the-year/ | https://www.cbs42.com/remarkable-women/laura-barlow-heath-named-central-alabamas-remarkable-woman-of-the-year/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach has announced he will be attending the World Games 2022 in Birmingham this summer.
Bach says he plans to attend the opening ceremony on July 7 at Protective Stadium as well as several competitions throughout the sporting event.
The Worl... | 2022-03-31T08:05:57Z | www.cbs42.com | IOC President to attend World Games 2022 | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/ioc-president-to-attend-world-games-2022/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/ioc-president-to-attend-world-games-2022/ |
Four in 10 Americans think being a picky eater is holding them back from trying new foods, especially vegetables. A recent survey of 2,122 Americans reveals that 38 percent won’t try a new veggie just because they’re too picky and 16 percent claim they don’t know how to cook other veggies outside their comfort zone. On... | 2022-03-31T17:24:26Z | www.cbs42.com | Broccoli takes the cake as America’s favorite vegetable | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/broccoli-takes-the-cake-as-americas-favorite-vegetable/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/broccoli-takes-the-cake-as-americas-favorite-vegetable/ |
Alabamians split on whether or not to legalize recreational marijuana
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — A recent poll conducted by CBS42, The Hill, Emerson College found Alabamians are fairly split on whether the state should legalize recreational marijuana.
“There’s still a lot of controversy about marijuana in Alabama,” Emer... | 2022-03-31T23:36:51Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabamians split on whether or not to legalize recreational marijuana | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/alabamians-split-on-whether-or-not-to-legalize-recreational-marijuana/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/alabamians-split-on-whether-or-not-to-legalize-recreational-marijuana/ |
Nearly 10 years after her death, Oneonta High School retires soccer player Alma Vazquez’s number
ONEONTA, Ala. (WIAT) — Alma Vazquez waved to her brother.
It was October 10, 2013, just as Isai Vazquez was finishing up a pickup soccer game outside Oneonta High School. Alma, then a junior at Oneonta, was just getting to ... | 2022-03-31T23:36:57Z | www.cbs42.com | Nearly 10 years after her death, Oneonta High School retiring soccer player Alma Vazquez's number | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/nearly-10-years-after-her-death-oneonta-high-school-retiring-soccer-player-alma-vazquezs-number/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/nearly-10-years-after-her-death-oneonta-high-school-retiring-soccer-player-alma-vazquezs-number/ |
Cooler weather today, but we warm up this weekend
It is a clear and colder morning across Central Alabama. Temperatures range from the upper 30s to upper 40s. You might want a jacket or sweater as you head out the door.
Today will be cool with plenty of sunshine as an area of high pressure sits north of Alabama. High t... | 2022-04-01T11:27:44Z | www.cbs42.com | Cooler weather today, but we warm up this weekend | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/cooler-weather-today-but-we-warm-up-with-sunshine-this-weekend/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/cooler-weather-today-but-we-warm-up-with-sunshine-this-weekend/ |
On Tuesday, a female victim reported to the Dothan Police Department that during the first week of March that she was the victim of domestic violence. Police say the woman reported that the situation escalated to the point she was thrown to the floor and then choked, cutting off her air supply.
After an investigation, ... | 2022-04-01T15:28:21Z | www.cbs42.com | Southeast Alabama police officer accused of strangling wife | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/southeast-alabama-police-officer-accused-of-strangling-wife/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/southeast-alabama-police-officer-accused-of-strangling-wife/ |
PORT ST. JOE, Fla. (WMBB) — A Port St. Joe man has spent the last few years trying to spread joy to others. And he’s chosen a unique way to do it, by dancing on the side of the road.
BCC Waste Solutions Refuse Collector Reko Gainers is trying to spread his message of positivity. Gainers, 37, started dancing in 2016, he... | 2022-04-01T15:31:40Z | www.cbs42.com | Dancing garbage man brings joy to locals in Florida | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/florida-news/dancing-garbage-man-brings-joy-to-locals-in-florida/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/florida-news/dancing-garbage-man-brings-joy-to-locals-in-florida/ |
YAZOO CITY, Miss. (WJTV) — An 8-year-old boy is in stable condition after being shot in the head while playing on his porch earlier this week in Yazoo City, Mississippi.
Dylan Johnson’s father, Ben Johnson, said his son was playing outside in his usual spot on Monday.
“It’s been pretty amazing. I’ve been having to tell... | 2022-04-01T15:31:46Z | www.cbs42.com | 8-year-old boy in stable condition after being shot in head in Mississippi | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/mississippi-news/8-year-old-boy-in-stable-condition-after-being-shot-in-head-in-mississippi/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/mississippi-news/8-year-old-boy-in-stable-condition-after-being-shot-in-head-in-mississippi/ |
Months after allegedly opening fire at south Alabama football game, suspect arrested in Florida
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The man accused of opening fire on people during a high school football game at Ladd-Peebles Stadium in Mobile last fall has been arrested.
Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine said Hezekiah Belfon was arrest... | 2022-04-01T17:17:10Z | www.cbs42.com | Months after allegedly opening fire at south Alabama football game, suspect arrested in Florida | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/months-after-allegedly-opening-fire-at-south-alabama-football-game-suspect-arrested-in-florida/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/months-after-allegedly-opening-fire-at-south-alabama-football-game-suspect-arrested-in-florida/ |
How buying tickets, merchandise for the World Games will help support Ukraine
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The World Games 2022 will be donating a portion of the proceeds generated through ticket and merchandise sales to Ukrainian athletes during this summer’s sports competition.
According to organizers, $1 from every pur... | 2022-04-01T17:17:59Z | www.cbs42.com | How buying tickets, merchandise for the World Games will help support Ukraine | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/how-buying-tickets-merchandise-for-the-world-games-will-help-support-ukraine/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/how-buying-tickets-merchandise-for-the-world-games-will-help-support-ukraine/ |
This week’s winner is Lindia Wiest , a Language Arts Teacher at Westhills Elementary. To help with prepare her students for their future she wants to purchase more reading instruction materials for her class.
“The children come to me at all different levels and I think it is important to be able to meet them at their l... | 2022-04-01T21:59:32Z | www.cbs42.com | Elementary School Teacher Wins ‘One Classroom at a Time’ $1,000 grant! | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/birmingham-community/one-class-at-a-time/elementary-school-teacher-wins-one-classroom-at-a-time-1000-grant-2/ | https://www.cbs42.com/birmingham-community/one-class-at-a-time/elementary-school-teacher-wins-one-classroom-at-a-time-1000-grant-2/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — A 77-year-old woman was critically injured in a house fire Friday afternoon.
According to Capt. Jack Kennedy with the Tuscaloosa VCU, authorities were called to the scene of a fully involved house fire on Shiloh Road in Tuscaloosa.
Kennedy says the woman was airlifted to UAB Hospital following... | 2022-04-01T21:59:51Z | www.cbs42.com | Woman airlifted to hospital following Tuscaloosa house fire | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/woman-airlifted-to-hospital-following-tuscaloosa-house-fire/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/woman-airlifted-to-hospital-following-tuscaloosa-house-fire/ |
The Garth Brooks Stadium Tour Sweepstakes – April 2022
1. Sponsors. This watch to win call in sweepstakes (“Sweepstakes”) is sponsored by WIAT (“Station”), 2075 GOLDEN CREST DRIVE BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209 (collectively, the “Sponsor(s)”).This Sweepstakes is void where taxed, restricted, or prohibited and is subject to all ... | 2022-04-02T00:02:07Z | www.cbs42.com | Garth Brooks Stadium Tour Sweepstakes Legal Rules | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/contests-and-giveaways/garth-brooks-stadium-tour-contest-legal/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/contests-and-giveaways/garth-brooks-stadium-tour-contest-legal/ |
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. (WIAT) — A car crash on Highway 280 left three people injured Friday afternoon.
According to Childersburg Fire and Rescue, authorities were called just before 5 p.m. to the scene of an auto accident with injuries on Highway 280 at Center Hill Chevron. Upon arrival, they realized there were three vict... | 2022-04-02T03:56:56Z | www.cbs42.com | 3 injured in crash on Highway 280 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/3-injured-in-crash-on-highway-280/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/3-injured-in-crash-on-highway-280/ |
CLANTON, Ala. (WIAT) — The city of Clanton’s newly approved entertainment district is open for business just in time for the weekend.
The streets of Downtown Clanton were booming as the city kicked off its new Peach Entertainment District.
“I came out and listened to the music and entertainment out here and great weath... | 2022-04-02T03:57:02Z | www.cbs42.com | Peach Entertainment District officially open in Clanton | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/peach-entertainment-district-officially-open-in-clanton/ | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/peach-entertainment-district-officially-open-in-clanton/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A man is injured following a shooting at a west Birmingham apartment complex Friday night.
According to Cpt. Reynolds with the Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service, authorities were called to the scene of a shooting in the 2000 block of Jefferson Avenue Southwest.
Reynolds says that a 22-year-ol... | 2022-04-02T05:48:56Z | www.cbs42.com | 1 injured in west Birmingham shooting | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-injured-in-west-birmingham-shooting-3/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-injured-in-west-birmingham-shooting-3/ |
Alabamians weigh in on the possibility of decriminalizing marijuana
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – The United States House passed legislation Friday that would decriminalize marijuana, better known as the MORE Act.
According to a poll conducted by CBS 42 earlier in the week, almost half of the state opposed recreational use... | 2022-04-02T05:48:57Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabamians weigh in on the possibility of decriminalizing marijuana | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/alabamians-weigh-in-on-the-possibility-of-decriminalizing-marijuana/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/alabamians-weigh-in-on-the-possibility-of-decriminalizing-marijuana/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — An investigation is underway after a 16-year-old boy was shot in Fairfield Friday night.
Deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office were called around 9:50 p.m. to a convenience store in the 900 block of Milstead road to the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found evidence of a... | 2022-04-02T21:55:39Z | www.cbs42.com | 16-year-old injured in Fairfield shooting | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/16-year-old-injured-in-fairfield-shooting/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/16-year-old-injured-in-fairfield-shooting/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — An investigation is underway after a man was shot outside of a Fairfield hotel Saturday night.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 7:59 p.m. to a call of shots fired outside of a hotel in the 6000 block of Kelco Place. Deputies arrived and found a man ... | 2022-04-04T03:45:42Z | www.cbs42.com | Man shot outside Fairfield hotel | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/man-shot-outside-fairfield-hotel/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/man-shot-outside-fairfield-hotel/ |
Weather Aware Tuesday AND Wednesday This Week
It is a mostly clear and chilly morning across central Alabama with temperatures in the upper 30s to mid 40s.
We will have one more day of pleasant weather before big changes arrive Tuesday. It will be mostly sunny and warmer today with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
Tonigh... | 2022-04-04T09:57:37Z | www.cbs42.com | Weather Aware Tuesday AND Wednesday This Week | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/weather-aware-tuesday-and-wednesday-this-week/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/weather-aware-tuesday-and-wednesday-this-week/ |
BIRMINGHAM Ala. (WIAT) — Much debate surrounds expanding gambling in Alabama with lawmakers considering two lottery bills.
Many lawmakers say they don’t believe the bills will advance because there is only a few days left in the session. CBS 42 Political Analyst Steve Flowers said it has continued to be a challenge to ... | 2022-04-04T14:29:49Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama lawmakers don't expect lottery bills to move forward before the end of the session | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/alabama-lawmakers-dont-expect-lottery-bills-to-move-forward-before-the-end-of-the-session/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/alabama-lawmakers-dont-expect-lottery-bills-to-move-forward-before-the-end-of-the-session/ |
by: WGNO
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The Orleans Parish School Board has selected Avis Williams in a historic move as the district’s new superintendent, NOLA-PS announced last Wednesday.
Williams will be the first woman to ever lead the New Orleans public school system in the district’s 181-year history. With an education car... | 2022-04-04T16:38:02Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama educator Avis Williams named first woman to lead New Orleans school system as superintendent | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/alabama-educator-avis-williams-named-first-woman-to-lead-new-orleans-school-system/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/alabama-educator-avis-williams-named-first-woman-to-lead-new-orleans-school-system/ |
HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) — A man who was struck and killed on I-459 over the weekend was identified Monday morning.
Khari Jamal Walker, 29, was involved in a crash Sunday night that disabled his car on I-459 South near mile marker 14, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. The coroner’s office said Walker left ... | 2022-04-04T16:38:08Z | www.cbs42.com | Man struck, killed on I-459 identified | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/man-struck-killed-on-i-459-identified/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/man-struck-killed-on-i-459-identified/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department is asking the public for help in locating a missing man who has not been seen since Sunday.
Gregory C. Williams Jr., 26, was last seen in the 4500 block of 74th Place N wearing blue sweatpants, a red shirt and slippers. Williams was seen by a neighbor leaving h... | 2022-04-04T20:26:34Z | www.cbs42.com | Police searching for non-verbal man missing in Birmingham | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/police-searching-for-non-verbal-man-missing-in-birmingham/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/police-searching-for-non-verbal-man-missing-in-birmingham/ |
CALERA, Ala. (WIAT) — The Shelby County Coroner’s Office has confirmed to CBS 42 that a freshman student at Calera High School died in a reported electric scooter crash.
Johnson Noble, 15, died in the accident Friday while on spring break.
Shelby County Schools released a statement on Noble’s passing.
“It is with great... | 2022-04-05T00:00:48Z | www.cbs42.com | Calera High School freshman dies in electric scooter crash | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/calera-high-school-freshman-dies-in-electric-scooter-crash/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/calera-high-school-freshman-dies-in-electric-scooter-crash/ |
TALLADEGA, Ala. (WIAT) – Talladega City Council has appointed a new police chief. Incoming Chief Diane Thomas got her start with police work in Montgomery, then worked her way up to assistant chief at the Prattville Police Department. She had served in that role since 2015.
Thomas said her mission is to be more involve... | 2022-04-05T03:13:24Z | www.cbs42.com | Talladega appoints first female police chief | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/talladega-appoints-first-female-police-chief/ | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/talladega-appoints-first-female-police-chief/ |
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is conducting an investigation after a two-vehicle crash left a Millport man dead Sunday night.
Jody B. Jonson, 53, was fatally injured when the motorcycle he was operating was struck by an SUV. Troopers said Jonson was not wearing a helmet at the time... | 2022-04-05T03:13:30Z | www.cbs42.com | Millport man dead following Tuscaloosa County crash | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/millport-man-dead-following-tuscaloosa-county-crash/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/millport-man-dead-following-tuscaloosa-county-crash/ |
It is a mostly cloudy morning across Central Alabama with scattered showers and thunderstorms moving into Alabama. Temperatures are in the 50s and 60s.
You need to be Weather Aware on Today and Wednesday! An upper-level disturbance, surface low and warm front will bring us widespread rain and thunderstorms starting now... | 2022-04-05T10:52:45Z | www.cbs42.com | WEATHER AWARE Today and Wednesday | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/weather-aware-today-and-wednesday/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/weather-aware-today-and-wednesday/ |
Stanley Brown appeared in person before a judge Monday morning. According to Citronelle Police Chief Chris McClean, the victim and Brown had sex in the past but weren’t in a dating relationship. The day before the assault, Brown and the victim bought Christmas toys for the victim’s son.
The defense pointed out that no ... | 2022-04-05T14:01:22Z | www.cbs42.com | Citronelle Police: Rape victim unconscious, discovered assault videos weeks later | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/citronelle-police-rape-victim-unconscious-discovered-assault-videos-weeks-later/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/citronelle-police-rape-victim-unconscious-discovered-assault-videos-weeks-later/ |
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Sounds like a school in Paris, but this school is in New Orleans, where the language they learn is French.
And WGNO Good Morning New Orleans features reporter Bill Wood wants you to know, that it’s the language they speak in every class, except for English class.
They all get three minutes each to ... | 2022-04-05T16:15:31Z | www.cbs42.com | French is the spoken language at this school in Louisiana | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/french-is-the-spoken-language-at-this-school-in-new-orleans/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/french-is-the-spoken-language-at-this-school-in-new-orleans/ |
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – A Lafayette man was sentenced to 35 years in prison for his part in planning the kidnapping of his estranged wife.
Lawrence Michael Handley, a millionaire who was arrested in 2017 after plotting to kidnap his ex-wife Schanda Handley, will not be eligible for parole. The judge recognized the time... | 2022-04-05T16:15:37Z | www.cbs42.com | Louisiana millionaire sentenced to 35 years in prison for being behind plot to kidnap ex-wife | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-millionaire-sentenced-to-35-years-in-prison-for-being-behind-plot-to-kidnap-ex-wife/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-millionaire-sentenced-to-35-years-in-prison-for-being-behind-plot-to-kidnap-ex-wife/ |
Stacker compiled a list of the best public high schools in Alabama using rankings from Niche. Here’s how it breaks down: Niche uses eight factors for its rankings, with each factor given a different weight. A whopping 60% of the score is based on academics and grades, which are calculated using state assessment profici... | 2022-04-05T19:22:20Z | www.cbs42.com | Best public high schools in Alabama | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/best-public-high-schools-in-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/best-public-high-schools-in-alabama/ |
Alabama man allegedly traveled for sex with 15-year-old boy
COLBERT COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — Court documents show a 30-year-old Athens man admitted to traveling to Littleville, Alabama to meet a 15-year-old boy for sex.
According to the complaint, a Colbert County deputy was patrolling Stone Gap Road around 11:55 p.m. on ... | 2022-04-05T21:44:32Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama man allegedly traveled for sex with 15-year-old boy | https://www.cbs42.com/news/alabama-man-allegedly-traveled-for-sex-with-15-year-old-boy/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/alabama-man-allegedly-traveled-for-sex-with-15-year-old-boy/ |
WATCH LIVE: Birmingham PD discuss case involving woman, 3-year-old boy found dead over the weekend
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department will hold a press conference regarding a homicide that happened Sunday where a woman and 3-year-old boy were found dead.
Cynthia Delane Burt, 62, and Desmond Burt... | 2022-04-05T21:44:35Z | www.cbs42.com | WATCH LIVE: Birmingham PD discuss case involving woman, 3-year-old boy found dead over the weekend | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/watch-live-birmingham-pd-discuss-case-involving-woman-3-year-old-boy-found-dead-over-the-weekend/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/watch-live-birmingham-pd-discuss-case-involving-woman-3-year-old-boy-found-dead-over-the-weekend/ |
TALLADEGA, Ala. (WIAT) — The mother of a 14-year-old killed in a Talladega shooting is frustrated without many answers in her son’s death.
Police said officers on patrol heard gunshots near Avenue H and arrived to find the victim in a vehicle on the side of the road.
According to police, the vehicle was shot into multi... | 2022-04-06T01:53:16Z | www.cbs42.com | Talladega mother wants answers after teen's death | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/justice-wont-bring-him-back-but-justice-will-bring-me-peace-talladega-mother-wants-answers-after-teens-death/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/justice-wont-bring-him-back-but-justice-will-bring-me-peace-talladega-mother-wants-answers-after-teens-death/ |
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — An early morning crash claimed the lives of two men Tuesday.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, 33-year-old Edy Adaleberto Quich Osorio, of Jasper and 52-year-old Victor Fabian Ventura of Rosario, Argentina, were both fatally injured when the vehicle they were in struck the... | 2022-04-06T01:53:23Z | www.cbs42.com | 2 dead after crashing into tractor-trailer on I-20 | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/2-dead-after-crashing-into-tractor-trailer-on-i-20/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/2-dead-after-crashing-into-tractor-trailer-on-i-20/ |
by: Art Franklin
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) — After a five year hiatus, two of those years because of the pandemic, the Steel City Smooth Jazz Festival is back.
Many fans who wanted to see the festival return remember the likes of Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, saxophonist Boney James, and the legendary O’Jays. They are o... | 2022-04-06T03:51:25Z | www.cbs42.com | Steel City Smooth Jazz Fest back in Birmingham after 5 years | https://www.cbs42.com/birmingham-community/steel-city-smooth-jazz-fest-back-in-birmingham-after-5-years/ | https://www.cbs42.com/birmingham-community/steel-city-smooth-jazz-fest-back-in-birmingham-after-5-years/ |
It is a mostly cloudy and foggy morning across Central Alabama. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 9 AM. Visibility could be less than 1 mile. Temperatures are in the 50s and 60s.
You need to be Weather Aware again today! It will be a warmer, breezy, and more humid day as the warm front sits north of Alabama with ... | 2022-04-06T12:39:48Z | www.cbs42.com | WEATHER AWARE Today across Central Alabama | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/weather-aware-today-across-central-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/weather-aware-today-across-central-alabama/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — On Wednesday, Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill into law that would help provide tax relief for thousands of small businesses across Alabama.
House Bill 391, sponsored by Rep. Steve Clouse (R-Ozark) and Sen. Tom Butler (R-Madison) sets out to provide relief from the business privilege tax for up... | 2022-04-06T18:55:19Z | www.cbs42.com | Gov. Ivey signs bill giving tax relief for many Alabama small businesses | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/gov-ivey-signs-bill-giving-tax-relief-for-many-alabama-small-businesses/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/gov-ivey-signs-bill-giving-tax-relief-for-many-alabama-small-businesses/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — With less than two weeks before the start of the USFL season, the Birmingham Stallions are betting on a great year, but no one else seems to be.
Despite playing all of their regular-season games on their own home field, the Stallions have been picked to finish last by two of the top sportsbook... | 2022-04-06T18:55:43Z | www.cbs42.com | Sportsbooks pick Birmingham Stallions to finish last in USFL | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/usfl/root-root-for-the-home-team-sportsbooks-pick-birmingham-stallions-to-finish-last-in-usfl/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/usfl/root-root-for-the-home-team-sportsbooks-pick-birmingham-stallions-to-finish-last-in-usfl/ |
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect for much of Central Alabama until 9 pm. This includes the following counties.
The primary threats storms will pose is large hail, with some storms producing hail the size of chicken eggs, and damaging winds up to 70 mph. A tornado can’t be ruled out, but is not a primary thr... | 2022-04-06T20:48:13Z | www.cbs42.com | Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 9 PM | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/severe-thunderstorm-watch-until-9-pm/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/severe-thunderstorm-watch-until-9-pm/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department is investigating after a man was found suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Authorities responded to the 900 block of 52nd Place North around 5 p.m. Wednesday and found the man, who died from his injuries.
Sgt. Rodarius Mauldin with the Birmingham Police D... | 2022-04-07T00:17:22Z | www.cbs42.com | BPD investigating east Birmingham homicide | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/bpd-investigating-east-birmingham-homicide/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/bpd-investigating-east-birmingham-homicide/ |
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