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by: CBS 42 Digital Team
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A Birmingham City Schools teacher was named Alabama Teacher of the Year at a ceremony in Montgomery Wednesday night.
Reggie White, a teacher at Booker T. Washington K-8 school in Titusville, was chosen by The Alabama State Board of Education to serve as the state’s offi... | 2022-05-13T07:49:09Z | www.cbs42.com | Titusville educator named Alabama Teacher of the Year | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/titusville-educator-named-alabama-teacher-of-the-year/ | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/titusville-educator-named-alabama-teacher-of-the-year/ |
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A video surfaced which shows the man yelling at law enforcement before punching officers following a car crash at the corner of University Boulevard and Cottage Hill Road in Mobile Friday morning.
Four people have been taken to the hospital. One of the four has been arrested, according to official... | 2022-05-13T15:26:16Z | www.cbs42.com | 4 injured in Mobile crash, 1 tased after punching officers | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/4-injured-in-mobile-crash-1-tased-after-punching-officers/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/4-injured-in-mobile-crash-1-tased-after-punching-officers/ |
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — A woman has been arrested and charged for a party where several teens were injured last year.
Norciss Brown, 35, of Dothan was arrested Wednesday and charged with 19 counts of contributing to delinquency of a minor and 38 counts of reckless endangerment.
Police report that on September 21, 2021, B... | 2022-05-13T15:26:35Z | www.cbs42.com | Woman arrested on 57 charges after violent party where several teens were injured in southeast Alabama | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/woman-arrested-on-57-charges-after-violent-party-where-several-teens-were-injured-in-southeast-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/woman-arrested-on-57-charges-after-violent-party-where-several-teens-were-injured-in-southeast-alabama/ |
MEXICO BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) — On Monday, the Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association deployed 35 new “Super Reefs” into the Gulf.
These new artificial reefs are the first of their kind in the state of Florida. They were originally deployed off Orange Beach, Alabama, and have proven to be a better habitat for marine life... | 2022-05-13T15:27:13Z | www.cbs42.com | 'Super Reef' deployed off Florida coast | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/florida-news/super-reef-deployed-off-florida-coast/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/florida-news/super-reef-deployed-off-florida-coast/ |
Lafayette Police say it’s one of 277 stolen vehicle reports they have received since Jan. 1. The family, who has a disabled son, said they rely on that vehicle to bring him to and from his doctors appointments every week.
“We weren’t there but a couple minutes, and the owner ran in and said, ‘Someone just left in y’all... | 2022-05-13T15:27:19Z | www.cbs42.com | Louisiana family pleads with car thieves to return vehicle for disabled son | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-family-pleads-with-car-thieves-to-return-vehicle-for-disabled-son/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-family-pleads-with-car-thieves-to-return-vehicle-for-disabled-son/ |
YAZOO CITY, Miss. (WJTV) — Law enforcement is investigating after a Yazoo City couple said they were kidnapped from their home Wednesday.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation was asked to assist in the case. The car the woman was found in was taken to the crime lab. An MBI crime scene team was sent to her home. She ... | 2022-05-13T15:27:37Z | www.cbs42.com | Mississippi couple claims they were kidnapped | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/mississippi-news/mississippi-couple-claims-they-were-kidnapped/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/mississippi-news/mississippi-couple-claims-they-were-kidnapped/ |
Huntsville man accused of rape, incest in central Alabama
HALE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — A Huntsville man has been indicted in connection with an alleged rape that happened roughly 20 years ago in Hale County.
Attorney General Steve Marshall said Michael Eugune Hearing, 54, surrendered to authorities Thursday and was booke... | 2022-05-13T17:01:44Z | www.cbs42.com | Huntsville man accused of rape, incest in central Alabama | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/huntsville-man-accused-of-rape-incest-in-central-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/huntsville-man-accused-of-rape-incest-in-central-alabama/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Police are investigating two bodies that were found in a burnt trailer in Tuscaloosa’s Holt community as the result of foul play.
On Wednesday, deputies with the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office were called to the 1900 block of Garber Street, where they found the remains of two people inside... | 2022-05-13T18:33:06Z | www.cbs42.com | Police: Deaths of 2 people found in Tuscaloosa County trailer fire being investigated as foul play | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/police-deaths-of-2-people-found-in-tuscaloosa-county-trailer-fire-being-investigated-as-foul-play/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/police-deaths-of-2-people-found-in-tuscaloosa-county-trailer-fire-being-investigated-as-foul-play/ |
BESSEMER, Ala. (WIAT) — Two correctional officers have been charged in connection to the death of an inmate at a Bessemer prison back in July 2021.
According to the Alabama Department of Corrections and jail records, John Eddie Rodgers, 35, and Latasha Patrice Terrell, 37, have both been charged with criminally neglige... | 2022-05-13T20:04:27Z | www.cbs42.com | 2 Alabama correctional officers charged in death of inmate | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/2-alabama-correctional-officers-charged-in-death-of-inmate/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/2-alabama-correctional-officers-charged-in-death-of-inmate/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Officials with the World Games are searching for “enthusiastic, engaging and talented” entertainers to audition for their Hype Squad.
The Hype Squad will be a volunteer position with duties including but not limited to rolling and tossing t-shirts, holding hand signs, starting cheers, tossing ... | 2022-05-13T21:36:00Z | www.cbs42.com | World Games searching for Hype Squad members | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/world-games-searching-for-hype-squad-members/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/world-games-searching-for-hype-squad-members/ |
VINCENT, Ala. (WIAT) — A school bus carrying students with special needs was involved in an accident in Shelby County Friday afternoon, police said.
Clay Hammac with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office said the accident happened on Highway 231 in Vincent. On board the bus were seven students from Vincent Elementary Scho... | 2022-05-13T23:07:30Z | www.cbs42.com | School bus for special needs students involved in Shelby County accident | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/school-bus-for-special-needs-students-involved-in-shelby-county-accident/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/school-bus-for-special-needs-students-involved-in-shelby-county-accident/ |
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — The town of Brookwood is now a city because more people are living there due to an increase in population.
Mayor Joe Barger says he is excited that his community has become a city and is hoping the new status will help his economy to continue to improve.
“It means a lot for our city tha... | 2022-05-14T03:41:13Z | www.cbs42.com | Brookwood becomes city in Tuscaloosa County | https://www.cbs42.com/news/brookwood-becomes-city-in-tuscaloosa-county/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/brookwood-becomes-city-in-tuscaloosa-county/ |
CALERA, Ala. (WIAT) – A GoFundMe to help raise money for kids to go to field day in Calera is causing quite the controversy on social media. Students were asked to pay to partake in some activities, potentially leaving some kids out of the fun.
The community is upset over a GoFundMe created for Calera Middle School stu... | 2022-05-14T05:12:27Z | www.cbs42.com | Controversy in Calera over fee for field day activities | https://www.cbs42.com/news/controversy-in-calera-over-fee-for-field-day-activities/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/controversy-in-calera-over-fee-for-field-day-activities/ |
Inflation rate decreases, Alabamians still feel impact of the rise
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) – A small glimmer of hope for Americans struggling with rising prices as the rate of increase in inflation has slowed slightly. But, we are still feeling the impact of those higher prices on certain products across our region.
Fami... | 2022-05-14T06:43:48Z | www.cbs42.com | Inflation rate decreases, Alabamians still feel impact of the rise | https://www.cbs42.com/news/inflation-rate-decreases-alabamians-still-feel-impact-of-the-rise/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/inflation-rate-decreases-alabamians-still-feel-impact-of-the-rise/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A homicide investigation is underway after a 38-year-old Warrior man was shot and killed Saturday night while driving on I-59 South.
According to Truman Fitzgerald with the Birmingham Police Department, officers responded after a vehicle crashed into the median on I-20/59 South off Arkadelphia... | 2022-05-15T21:40:24Z | www.cbs42.com | Warrior man identified as victim in Birmingham interstate shooting | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/warrior-man-identified-as-victim-in-birmingham-interstate-shooting/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/warrior-man-identified-as-victim-in-birmingham-interstate-shooting/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A woman was killed and another person was injured in a Birmingham crash Monday morning.
Birmingham Police said the two-vehicle crash happened on East View Boulevard at Five Mile Road. The deceased was identified as a 32-year-old female.
The other victim was taken to UAB Hospital with life-thre... | 2022-05-16T14:12:22Z | www.cbs42.com | 1 killed, 1 injured in Birmingham crash | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/1-killed-1-injured-in-birmingham-crash/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/1-killed-1-injured-in-birmingham-crash/ |
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A 13-year-old boy was shot during a fight over a girl in Mobile, police report.
Sgt. John Young of the Mobile Police Department said the 13-year-old went to Bienville Square on Saturday night for a planned fight “for the affections of a girl.” During the fight, shots were fired and the teen was st... | 2022-05-16T16:04:57Z | www.cbs42.com | South Alabama teen shot in fight over girl | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/south-alabama-teen-shot-in-fight-over-girl/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/south-alabama-teen-shot-in-fight-over-girl/ |
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Less than a year after their homeland fell back into the hands of the Taliban amid the end of American occupation, several Afghan families are adjusting to life in Huntsville as resettled refugees.
Parents of one family are receiving help from a local church that utilized a sponsorship service... | 2022-05-16T16:05:09Z | www.cbs42.com | Church helps Afghan refugee family resettle in north Alabama | https://www.cbs42.com/news/church-helps-afghan-refugee-family-resettle-in-north-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/church-helps-afghan-refugee-family-resettle-in-north-alabama/ |
HOUSTON, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) – The three juvenile inmates who escaped from Ware Youth Center in Coushatta, Louisiana in a car driven by a 21-year-old guard early Saturday morning are in custody.
Shortly after midnight Sunday, 15-year-old Jeremiah Durham, Tyjuan Lafitte and Na’varaya Lane, both 17, along with Victoria Tun... | 2022-05-16T17:53:56Z | www.cbs42.com | Teens, guard who escaped Louisiana youth center back in custody | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/teens-guard-who-escaped-louisiana-youth-center-back-in-custody/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/teens-guard-who-escaped-louisiana-youth-center-back-in-custody/ |
RICHLAND PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — A large amount of crystal meth and cash were recovered during a traffic stop in Richland Parish, Louisiana Monday morning.
Just before 10 a.m. Monday, Louisiana State Police Troop F made a traffic stop on a Kia Sportage, traveling east on I-20 in Richland Parish. During the traffic st... | 2022-05-16T21:18:25Z | www.cbs42.com | Louisiana state troopers locate 30 kilos of crystal meth during traffic stop | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-state-troopers-locate-30-kilos-of-crystal-meth-during-traffic-stop/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-state-troopers-locate-30-kilos-of-crystal-meth-during-traffic-stop/ |
It is a mostly clear, comfortable, and less humid morning across Central Alabama. Temperatures are in the 50s and 60s.
A ridge of high pressure will build over the Southeast U.S starting on Tuesday. We will be sunny and very warm with high temperatures in the upper 80s.
Tonight, it will be mostly clear, comfortable and... | 2022-05-17T09:11:27Z | www.cbs42.com | Summer-like heat returns this week with storms arriving by the weekend | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/summer-like-heat-returns-this-week-with-storms-arriving-by-the-weekend/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/summer-like-heat-returns-this-week-with-storms-arriving-by-the-weekend/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — We’re only one week away from the Alabama primary elections.
Before it’s time to vote, there are some things you need to know before you head to the polls.
First, make sure you have a valid ID on hand before you vote.
Also, make sure you know where you are suppose to vote because some voting p... | 2022-05-17T15:09:25Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama primary elections only one week away | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/alabama-primary-elections-only-one-week-away/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/alabama-primary-elections-only-one-week-away/ |
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — A Dothan woman has been arrested and charged with five counts of chemical endangerment to children after liquid-Xanax coated gummy candy was found in the house, easily accessible by five children.
Brandy Leshee Waters, 41, was arrested May 12 and charged with five counts of chemical endangerment o... | 2022-05-17T17:01:37Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama woman charged with 5 counts of chemical endangerment of a child | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/alabama-woman-charged-with-5-counts-of-chemical-endangerment-of-a-child/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/alabama-woman-charged-with-5-counts-of-chemical-endangerment-of-a-child/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Authorities in Tuscaloosa have arrested four suspects in connection with a shooting that injured a child at an apartment complex pool Monday afternoon.
Officers with the Tuscaloosa Police Department responded to a call of the shooting at the Village of Brook Meadows apartments just after 4:15 ... | 2022-05-17T17:01:56Z | www.cbs42.com | 4 arrested in Tuscaloosa shooting that left 3-year-old child injured | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/4-arrested-in-tuscaloosa-shooting-that-left-3-year-old-child-injured/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/4-arrested-in-tuscaloosa-shooting-that-left-3-year-old-child-injured/ |
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — City leaders announced Huntsville was named the 2022-23 best place to live in the United States, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle said the U.S. News & World Report annual rankings are no surprise, given Huntsville is a “growing, vibrant community” and now th... | 2022-05-17T17:02:27Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama city named best place to live in the US | https://www.cbs42.com/news/survey-huntsville-named-best-place-to-live-in-the-us/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/survey-huntsville-named-best-place-to-live-in-the-us/ |
Georgia man sentenced to nearly 3 years in prison for part in identity fraud ring
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (WRBL) — A Canton, Georgia man was sentenced to 34 months in prison after pleading guilty to taking part in a scheme to use fake ID cards to buy and sell cellphones, according to U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of G... | 2022-05-17T18:42:33Z | www.cbs42.com | Georgia man sentenced to nearly 3 years in prison for part in identity fraud ring | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/georgia-news/georgia-man-sentenced-to-nearly-3-years-in-prison-for-involvement-in-identity-fraud-ring/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/georgia-news/georgia-man-sentenced-to-nearly-3-years-in-prison-for-involvement-in-identity-fraud-ring/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Black Radio Museum and the Saint Paul United Methodist Church are among 11 historic sites across Alabama set to receive grants that go toward preservation.
The sites chosen are “related to civil rights and the African American struggle for equality.”
Alabama Representative Terri... | 2022-05-17T22:06:15Z | www.cbs42.com | Birmingham civil rights sites among those receiving $3.6 million in National Park Service funds | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/birmingham-civil-rights-sites-among-those-receiving-national-park-service-funds/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/birmingham-civil-rights-sites-among-those-receiving-national-park-service-funds/ |
It is a mostly clear, cool, and comfortable morning across Central Alabama. Temperatures are in the 50s and 60s.
Summer-like heat returns to the Birmingham area today! A ridge of high pressure will sit over the Deep South with plenty of sunshine. High temperatures will climb into the lower 90s. Fortunately, there will ... | 2022-05-18T11:44:40Z | www.cbs42.com | Summer-like heat today through Friday | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/summer-like-heat-today-through-friday-storms-return-this-weekend/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/summer-like-heat-today-through-friday-storms-return-this-weekend/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — It’s been over a week since the nationwide manhunt for Casey White and Vicky White came to a conclusion.
Lauderdale County Sheriff Rick Singleton joined CBS 42 Morning News to reflect on the experience of the manhunt and what can be learned from it.
The search for Casey White and Vicky White u... | 2022-05-18T14:50:56Z | www.cbs42.com | Lauderdale County sheriff reflects on Casey White, Vicky White manhunt | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/lauderdale-county-sheriff-reflects-on-casey-white-vicky-white-manhunt/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/lauderdale-county-sheriff-reflects-on-casey-white-vicky-white-manhunt/ |
Amy Hart and her family have been living in their RV full time for two years.
They made the decision after her husband’s job had them moving from city to city. She said without them having a mortgage payment, they’re able to save money for gas and other things.
Though living in a RV has a lot of advantages, it also can... | 2022-05-18T14:51:46Z | www.cbs42.com | Some Alabama families making RVs their permanent home | https://www.cbs42.com/news/some-alabama-families-making-rvs-their-permanent-home/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/some-alabama-families-making-rvs-their-permanent-home/ |
Political consultants say “get used to it.”
In the governor’s race, Kay Ivey did not debate four years ago and will not debate this year either.
Ivey was elected without a runoff four years ago without debating and could do the same this year. Tommy Tuberville copied the strategy two years ago and was elected to the U.... | 2022-05-18T17:37:04Z | www.cbs42.com | No debates in major Alabama races – political cowardice or cunning strategy? | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/no-debates-in-major-alabama-races-political-cowardice-or-cunning-strategy/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/no-debates-in-major-alabama-races-political-cowardice-or-cunning-strategy/ |
The poll of 1,000 Alabama residents was conducted as a joint effort between CBS 42, Emerson College and The Hill. The Republican primary portion of the poll has a sample size of 704 likely voters with a margin of error of ±3.6%. The poll was conducted over two days, May 15-16. | 2022-05-18T20:04:15Z | www.cbs42.com | New poll shows Britt, Ivey lead GOP races just days before Alabama primary | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/new-poll-shows-britt-ivey-lead-gop-races-just-days-before-alabama-primary/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/new-poll-shows-britt-ivey-lead-gop-races-just-days-before-alabama-primary/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A former UAB football player who shot and killed a nursing student as she was selling a pair of headphones in December 2020 will spend the rest of his life in prison.
Carlos Londarrius Stephens, 24, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole during a sentencing hearing W... | 2022-05-18T22:23:36Z | www.cbs42.com | Former UAB football player sentenced to life in prison for death of nursing student | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/former-uab-football-player-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-death-of-nursing-student/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/former-uab-football-player-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-death-of-nursing-student/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — On Wednesday, the city of Birmingham’s lawsuit against Bluestone Coke was rescheduled for June 1.
According to Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge Elisabeth French, both parties involved in the suit are exploring a settlement. The trial was postponed to June 1 at 9 a.m., if a settlement isn’t... | 2022-05-18T22:24:21Z | www.cbs42.com | Trial postponed as Bluestone Coke, Birmingham explore settlement | https://www.cbs42.com/your-voice-your-station/trial-postponed-as-bluestone-coke-birmingham-explore-settlement/ | https://www.cbs42.com/your-voice-your-station/trial-postponed-as-bluestone-coke-birmingham-explore-settlement/ |
Bibb County residents come together to help those in need with ‘blessing box’
RANDOLPH, Ala. (WIAT) — Some Bibb County residents are providing for anyone who needs a good meal. The group of volunteers built a “blessing box” full of nonperishable food items.
Beth Merchant, the project’s co-founder says her volunteer gro... | 2022-05-19T00:25:38Z | www.cbs42.com | Bibb County residents come together to help those in need with ‘blessing box’ | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/bibb-county-residents-come-together-to-help-those-in-need-with-blessing-box/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/bibb-county-residents-come-together-to-help-those-in-need-with-blessing-box/ |
After the release of the mayor’s budget, CBS 42 reached out to members of the library board and to library administration officials. While no individuals responded to CBS 42’s requests for comment, the library board released a statement on Wednesday afternoon saying that the system “anticipates being able to maintain i... | 2022-05-19T00:25:44Z | www.cbs42.com | How much would it cost to keep every Birmingham library open and fully staffed? Here’s what we know | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/how-much-would-it-cost-to-keep-every-birmingham-library-open-and-fully-staffed-heres-what-we-know/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/how-much-would-it-cost-to-keep-every-birmingham-library-open-and-fully-staffed-heres-what-we-know/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department is asking the public for help in locating a missing man who has not been seen in over a week.
Robby Wilcox, 58, was last seen May 8 at Bubba’s Car Wash in the 9200 block of Parkway East.
Wilcox is described as being 5-foot-7 and weighing 175 pounds. He was last... | 2022-05-19T00:25:50Z | www.cbs42.com | Search underway for missing Birmingham man not seen in over a week | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/search-underway-for-missing-birmingham-man-not-seen-in-over-a-week/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/search-underway-for-missing-birmingham-man-not-seen-in-over-a-week/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – Wednesday, the Birmingham Bicycle Club hosted its 20th annual Ride of Silence. It’s an effort to raise awareness about bicycle safety and honors cyclists who have died while biking on roadways.
Dozens of cyclists rode through the streets of downtown Birmingham Wednesday to remember those who h... | 2022-05-19T06:13:10Z | www.cbs42.com | Birmingham Bicycle Club hosts 20th Annual 'Ride for Silence' | https://www.cbs42.com/news/birmingham-bicycle-club-hosts-20th-annual-ride-for-silence/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/birmingham-bicycle-club-hosts-20th-annual-ride-for-silence/ |
EUTAW, Ala. (WIAT) – Residents in Greene County may not have ambulance services by Friday. This comes after the county agency sent a letter to the Alabama State Emergency Medical Services Director this week, citing inability to meet payroll.
This is not a new issue to the department – funding has been a struggle that w... | 2022-05-19T06:13:16Z | www.cbs42.com | EMS, ambulance services set to end Friday in Greene County | https://www.cbs42.com/news/ems-ambulance-services-set-to-end-friday-in-greene-county/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/ems-ambulance-services-set-to-end-friday-in-greene-county/ |
Her daughter called her just after the accident, which happened between 5 and 6 p.m. Wednesday, and said she wasn’t physically injured, but she told her mother that a few of her classmates were “pretty beaten up.”
The mother said that the students on the bus were told not to communicate with the press or share pictures... | 2022-05-19T06:13:22Z | www.cbs42.com | 'Very scary': Mother of Murray State softball player recalls learning about team's bus accident in Alabama | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/very-scary-mother-of-murray-state-softball-player-recalls-learning-about-teams-bus-accident-in-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/very-scary-mother-of-murray-state-softball-player-recalls-learning-about-teams-bus-accident-in-alabama/ |
Hazy, hot and humid today and Friday. Rain returns for the weekend
The ridge of high pressure will slide a little to the southeast of Alabama today. We will stay hot, and it will be more humid as southerly winds persist over the region. It will also be hazy from the SW U.S. wildfire smoke. Expect plenty of sunshine wit... | 2022-05-19T10:34:23Z | www.cbs42.com | Hazy, hot and humid today and Friday | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/hazy-hot-and-humid-today-and-friday-rain-returns-for-the-weekend/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/hazy-hot-and-humid-today-and-friday-rain-returns-for-the-weekend/ |
Former north Alabama professor pleads guilty to child pornography, sex crimes
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — Michael McGinnis, a former professor at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, has pleaded guilty to the sex-related charges against him.
According to court documents, McGinnis agreed to plead guilty to the cha... | 2022-05-19T16:39:40Z | www.cbs42.com | Former north Alabama professor pleads guilty to child pornography, sex crimes | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/former-north-alabama-professor-pleads-guilty-to-child-pornography-sex-crimes/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/former-north-alabama-professor-pleads-guilty-to-child-pornography-sex-crimes/ |
VALLEY, Ala. (WRBL) — A disturbing, suspected case of elder abuse is unfolding in Valley as the husband and daughter of a 72-year-old woman face charges associated with her death in an alleged house of horrors investigation.
Police say an autopsy concluded Janice Hawkins, 72, was neglected to death after being found ly... | 2022-05-19T16:39:46Z | www.cbs42.com | Husband, daughter arrested after Alabama woman found 'neglected to death' | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/husband-daughter-arrested-after-alabama-woman-found-neglected-to-death/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/husband-daughter-arrested-after-alabama-woman-found-neglected-to-death/ |
World Games host fundraising exhibit for young Alabama artists
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The World Games Birmingham Organizing Committee will be showcasing artwork from nine Alabama high school students on May 20. Students will receive recognition, cash prizes and sponsor merchandise.
The event will be held at Vinegar ... | 2022-05-19T17:14:42Z | www.cbs42.com | World Games host fundraising exhibit for young Alabama artists | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/world-games-host-fundraising-exhibit-for-young-alabama-artists/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/world-games-host-fundraising-exhibit-for-young-alabama-artists/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Two cousins were recently arrested after being accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a gathering in Tuscaloosa, police report.
According to Capt. Jack Kennedy of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, the victim called police on May 17 and reported that she had been drinking and had little to... | 2022-05-19T19:11:59Z | www.cbs42.com | Cousins charged with sexual assault in Tuscaloosa | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/cousins-charged-with-sexual-assault-in-tuscaloosa/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/cousins-charged-with-sexual-assault-in-tuscaloosa/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Dana Duckworth, who led the Crimson Tide gymnastics team to a couple of SEC championships wins since 2014, is stepping down as coach.
“It has been an absolute honor to compete for, recruit and coach so many amazing women who have been a part of the Alabama gymnastics family,” Duckworth said in... | 2022-05-19T21:05:49Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama gymnastics coach Dana Duckworth steps down after 8 years | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/alabama-gymnastics-coach-dana-duckworth-steps-down-after-8-years/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/alabama-gymnastics-coach-dana-duckworth-steps-down-after-8-years/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Two people were injured in a crash in Greene County Thursday afternoon.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, the crash happened at approximately 2:40 p.m. near the 48 mile marker along I-59 in Greene County and involved a charter bus. As a result of the crash, the southbound lanes ... | 2022-05-19T21:06:01Z | www.cbs42.com | Crash in Greene County causes traffic along I-59 | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/crash-in-greene-county-causes-traffic-along-i-59/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/crash-in-greene-county-causes-traffic-along-i-59/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — University of Alabama softball earned the No. 6 overall seed in the 2022 NCAA Tournament and will host the Tuscaloosa Regional. The Tide will be joined by Stanford, Murray State and Chattanooga.
Regional action will begin Friday, May 20 at Rhoads Stadium. The Crimson Tide (41-11) will face Cha... | 2022-05-19T22:53:57Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama softball prepares for NCAA Regionals | https://www.cbs42.com/news/alabama-softball-prepares-for-ncaa-regionals/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/alabama-softball-prepares-for-ncaa-regionals/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The head of the Southeastern Conference is reprimanding two head coaches of dominant college football teams for words that were exchanged between the two through the media over the last 24 hours.
On Thursday, SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey publicly criticized Alabama’s Nick Saban and Texas A&M’s... | 2022-05-19T22:54:42Z | www.cbs42.com | SEC reprimands Saban, Fisher for comments they directed at one another | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/sec-reprimands-saban-fisher-for-comments-they-directed-at-one-another/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/sec-reprimands-saban-fisher-for-comments-they-directed-at-one-another/ |
Gas prices continue to rise as summer travel season begins
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Record high gas prices are continuing to impact drivers across the state, just in time for summer travel season.
Families are weighing their options when it comes to transportation for those summer trips. High gas prices play a big rol... | 2022-05-20T03:54:19Z | www.cbs42.com | Gas prices continue to rise as summer travel season begins | https://www.cbs42.com/news/gas-prices-continue-to-rise-as-summer-travel-season-begins/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/gas-prices-continue-to-rise-as-summer-travel-season-begins/ |
PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WRBL) — The widow of a local veteran was honored by local organizations for the service her family provided to our country.
Russell County native, Specialist E-4 Rufus Battle, served in the Army for six years before being honorably discharged in 1966. Specialist Battle died on July 23, 2002. He is su... | 2022-05-20T14:42:33Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama organizations repair roof of military veteran's widow | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/alabama-organizations-repair-roof-of-military-veterans-widow/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/alabama-organizations-repair-roof-of-military-veterans-widow/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department are asking for help from the public in identifying a woman involved in a robbery.
On April 30, a person was robbed after leaving the Birmingham Race Course Casino. Detectives believe the woman shown in the photo has helpful information.
If you have any tips, co... | 2022-05-20T17:28:19Z | www.cbs42.com | Birmingham police requesting public's help identifying robbery suspect | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/birmingham-police-requesting-publics-help-identifying-robbery-suspect/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/birmingham-police-requesting-publics-help-identifying-robbery-suspect/ |
SOUTHSIDE, Ala. (WIAT) — A man was recently arrested after attempting to elude the police around Green Valley Road in Southside, police report.
According to Capt. Clay Johnson of the Southside Police Department, he attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling south on Highway 77 for a traffic violation. The driver, ... | 2022-05-20T17:28:25Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama man arrested after fleeing police | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/fort-payne-man-arrested-after-fleeing-police/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/fort-payne-man-arrested-after-fleeing-police/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham City Council has approved an additional $6.6 million to be used for emergency rental assistance across the city.
The priority of these monies will be used to fulfill outstanding approved applications that were put on hold in February due to the exhaustion of funds.
“It was heart... | 2022-05-20T17:28:43Z | www.cbs42.com | Birmingham approves more funding for rental assistance program | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/birmingham-approves-more-funding-for-rental-assistance-program/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/birmingham-approves-more-funding-for-rental-assistance-program/ |
The approximately 9-week-old puppies were left inside a rubber tub around 11:00 a.m. When staff discovered them five hours later, one was already dead, and the other three were suffering from heat exhaustion. All of the puppies were also suffering from Coccidia infections, hookworms, low glucose levels, and were anemic... | 2022-05-20T17:29:27Z | www.cbs42.com | 2 puppies die from heat exhaustion after being dumped outside Louisiana animal shelter | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/2-puppies-die-from-heat-exhaustion-after-being-dumped-outside-louisiana-animal-shelter/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/2-puppies-die-from-heat-exhaustion-after-being-dumped-outside-louisiana-animal-shelter/ |
Thomas said her daughter ordered ice cream, a double cheeseburger and a slushy. The 12-year-old began by taking a piece of lettuce off the burger and eating it. It was at that point, the middle school student inspected the cheeseburger.
Thomas said you can see what she found in the picture below.
Thomas believes that w... | 2022-05-20T17:29:33Z | www.cbs42.com | Louisiana mother claims she found a roach in her daughter’s cheeseburger | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-mother-claims-she-found-a-roach-in-her-daughters-cheeseburger/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/louisiana-mother-claims-she-found-a-roach-in-her-daughters-cheeseburger/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The bats were on fire Thursday as the University of Alabama at Birmingham baseball team beat the University of Texas at San Antonio 18-7 during the first game of the series Thursday.
The Blazers (31-21) were led by infielder Josh Sears, as he finished 4-for-6 with two home runs and now has 17 ... | 2022-05-20T17:29:45Z | www.cbs42.com | UAB baseball crushes UTSA 18-7 | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/uab/uab-baseball-crushes-utsa-18-7/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/uab/uab-baseball-crushes-utsa-18-7/ |
Can’t make it to the World Games in person? Here’s how you can watch
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — While thousands of people are likely to fall upon Birmingham this summer for the World Games 2022, many fans will not have the opportunity.
The good news for the latter is that the international sporting event will be streame... | 2022-05-20T20:04:53Z | www.cbs42.com | Can't make it to the World Games in person? Here's how you can watch | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/cant-make-it-to-the-world-games-in-person-heres-how-you-can-watch/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/cant-make-it-to-the-world-games-in-person-heres-how-you-can-watch/ |
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man was killed in a wreck Friday morning outside Dodge City in Cullman County.
Dustin Nix, 20, of Remlap was riding a Harley Davidson motorcycle when he collided head-on with a Toyota Corolla after the motorcycle crossed the center line at approximately 6:10 a.m. Friday. The driver of th... | 2022-05-20T20:05:05Z | www.cbs42.com | 1 killed in Cullman County crash | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/1-killed-in-cullman-county-crash/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/1-killed-in-cullman-county-crash/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Thanks to a group of hotel employees, a Michigan man was arrested after a 17-year-old girl who had been reported missing from Chicago was found safe in Tuscaloosa Thursday, police report.
Geremy Glass, 33, was charged with first-degree human trafficking and second-degree possession of marijuan... | 2022-05-20T22:23:26Z | www.cbs42.com | Michigan man arrested for trafficking 17-year-old in Tuscaloosa | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/michigan-man-charged-with-trafficking-missing-teenager-in-tuscaloosa/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/michigan-man-charged-with-trafficking-missing-teenager-in-tuscaloosa/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — University of Alabama softball opened up the Tuscaloosa Regional with a match-up against Chattanooga (29-25) Friday, the Crimson Tide came away with the win, 3-0. Bama will play the winner of Stanford and Murray State Saturday.
It was a slow start for the Tide (42-11) as it was a scoreless gam... | 2022-05-21T00:30:16Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama softball blanks Chattanooga in first game of Tuscaloosa Regional | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama-softball-blanks-chattanooga-in-first-game-of-tuscaloosa-regional/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama-softball-blanks-chattanooga-in-first-game-of-tuscaloosa-regional/ |
Faith Matters: Which version of the Bible should you use?
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — If you’re a new Christian, or even someone who grew up in a faith-filled household, you may have questioned why there are so many different versions of the Bible.
Dr. Kip Laxson told CBS 42 it’s actually a good thing.
He explained the B... | 2022-05-22T14:42:19Z | www.cbs42.com | Faith Matters: Which version of the Bible should you use? | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/faith-matters-which-version-of-the-bible-should-you-use/ | https://www.cbs42.com/top-stories/faith-matters-which-version-of-the-bible-should-you-use/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — On Tuesday, voters across Alabama will make their voice heard in the primary election, deciding who will move forward in November for the general election.
Candidates are making last minute stops Monday to convince voters why they are the right choice. This includes incumbent Gov. Kay Ivey, wh... | 2022-05-23T14:55:38Z | www.cbs42.com | Voters headed to polls to vote in Alabama primary election Tuesday | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/voters-heading-to-the-polls-for-alabama-primary-election-tuesday/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/voters-heading-to-the-polls-for-alabama-primary-election-tuesday/ |
The largest city in Alabama ranked #39 among all cities nationwide in 1870. Of the 100 largest cities in the U.S., one was in Alabama. Keep reading to find out more about the historic metropolitan landscape in your home state or check out the data on your own on our site, GitHub, or data.world. | 2022-05-23T17:36:21Z | www.cbs42.com | These were the biggest cities in Alabama 150 years ago | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/these-were-the-biggest-cities-in-alabama-150-years-ago/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/these-were-the-biggest-cities-in-alabama-150-years-ago/ |
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A Cullman County man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison after being convicted of raping and sexually abusing a teen.
Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock recently announced that Joshua Kane Smith, 46, was sentenced Friday after pleading guilty to first-degree rape, first-... | 2022-05-23T17:36:33Z | www.cbs42.com | Cullman County man sentenced to 40 years in prison on rape, incest charges | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/cullman-county-man-sentenced-to-40-years-in-prison-on-rape-incest-charges/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/cullman-county-man-sentenced-to-40-years-in-prison-on-rape-incest-charges/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Before the game was even over, members of the Birmingham Stallions were already making plans.
In a video released online Saturday, quarterback J’Mar Smith and running back Bo Scarbrough can be seen talking about where they were going to go for breakfast the next day, shortly before the Stallio... | 2022-05-23T17:37:42Z | www.cbs42.com | Where do the Birmingham Stallions go to eat in the city? | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/usfl/where-do-the-birmingham-stallions-go-to-eat-in-the-city/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/usfl/where-do-the-birmingham-stallions-go-to-eat-in-the-city/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The World Games 2022 and the city of Birmingham unveiled the new transit system for the international sporting event.
The system, dubbed “Ride the Line,” comes in partnership with the Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority and is designed to bring fans to and from the venues where the g... | 2022-05-23T17:37:48Z | www.cbs42.com | WATCH: World Games, city of Birmingham announce transit line for fans | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/watch-world-games-city-of-birmingham-announce-transit-line-for-fans/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/watch-world-games-city-of-birmingham-announce-transit-line-for-fans/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Authorities are conducting an investigation after a person was injured in a shooting Monday evening.
According to Stephanie Taylor with the Tuscaloosa Police Department, officers were dispatched around 3:56 p.m. to a shooting in the 2000 block of Skyland Boulevard. Taylor said that a 34-year-o... | 2022-05-24T00:42:22Z | www.cbs42.com | 1 injured in Tuscaloosa shooting | https://www.cbs42.com/news/1-injured-in-tuscaloosa-shooting/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/1-injured-in-tuscaloosa-shooting/ |
ALABASTER, Ala. (WIAT)–The Thompson High School Class of 2022 is already a stand out class.
Having earned $28 million in scholarships, Alabaster City Schools Board President Adam Moseley says “the Class of 2022 has taken academics and extra curriculars to new heights for Thompson High School.”
Kylen Thompson is one of ... | 2022-05-24T06:26:33Z | www.cbs42.com | Thompson senior to attend Columbia after receiving several prestigious scholarships | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/thompson-senior-to-attend-columbia-after-receiving-several-prestigious-scholarships/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/thompson-senior-to-attend-columbia-after-receiving-several-prestigious-scholarships/ |
More storms through Thursday. Need to be Weather Aware Wednesday with strong to severe storms possible
It is a mostly cloudy, mild, and muggy morning with a few showers and storms. Temperatures are in the 60s and 70s.
The old cold front will move north as a warm front, and an upper-level disturbance will move over the ... | 2022-05-24T10:43:31Z | www.cbs42.com | More storms through Thursday. Need to be Weather Aware Wednesday with strong to severe storms possible | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/more-storms-through-thursday-need-to-be-weather-aware-wednesday/ | https://www.cbs42.com/weather/more-storms-through-thursday-need-to-be-weather-aware-wednesday/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A woman was struck and killed by a car while she was walking along I-65 South near Green Springs Avenue over the weekend.
According to the Birmingham Police, the incident occurred at 8:48 p.m. Saturday, where the 55-year-old victim was walking in the travel lanes of I-65. The driver remained a... | 2022-05-24T15:25:14Z | www.cbs42.com | Woman struck, killed while walking along I-65 | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/woman-struck-killed-while-walking-along-i-65/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/woman-struck-killed-while-walking-along-i-65/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — University of Alabama football added a quarterback to its 2023 class, but not Arch Manning.
According to Rivals, Holstein is the No. 5 player in his position, and 51st nationally. As a junior, Holstein threw for 3,228 yards and 30 touchdowns while leading Zachary High School to a 15-0 record a... | 2022-05-24T19:30:22Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama football adds 4-star quarterback Eli Holstein | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/alabama-football-adds-4-star-quarterback-eli-holstein/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/alabama-football-adds-4-star-quarterback-eli-holstein/ |
Britt, Brooks heading for runoff in Alabama Senate primary
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Republican voters across Alabama will have to go back to the polls next month to decide their candidate for the U.S. Senate’s Alabama seat.
On Tuesday, voters turned out for the Republican and Democratic primaries. While Florence minis... | 2022-05-25T04:06:03Z | www.cbs42.com | Britt, Brooks heading for runoff in Alabama Senate primary | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/britt-brooks-heading-for-runoff-in-alabama-senate-primary/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/britt-brooks-heading-for-runoff-in-alabama-senate-primary/ |
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) –- Incumbent Kay Ivey defeated eight other candidates for the republican nomination for governor in Tuesday night’s primary.
The other Republican candidates included: Tim James, Linda Blanchard, Robert “Lew” Burdette, Stacy George, Donald Jones, Dean Odle, Dave Thomas, and Dean Young.
Ivey has s... | 2022-05-25T05:48:14Z | www.cbs42.com | Kay Ivey wins Republican nomination for Alabama governor's seat | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/kay-ivey-wins-republican-nomination-for-alabama-governors-seat/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/kay-ivey-wins-republican-nomination-for-alabama-governors-seat/ |
WEATHER AWARE: Today and Thursday for strong to severe storms
It is a mostly cloudy, mild, and muggy morning with some showers and storms. Temperatures are in the 60s and 70s.
We will be warm and humid as another upper-level disturbance moves over us from the southwest today. This will set off more showers and storms w... | 2022-05-25T09:44:45Z | www.cbs42.com | WEATHER AWARE: Today and Thursday for strong to severe storms | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/weather-aware-today-and-thursday-for-strong-to-severe-storms/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/weather-aware-today-and-thursday-for-strong-to-severe-storms/ |
44-day Old Glory Relay from D.C. to Birmingham for World Games 2022 kicks off
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A 44-day Old Glory Relay from the U.S. Capitol to Birmingham kicked off Wednesday morning.
U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough joined Daryl Taylor, Vice President and General Manager of the Airbus U.S.... | 2022-05-25T14:01:01Z | www.cbs42.com | 44-day Old Glory Relay from D.C. to Birmingham for World Games 2022 kicks off | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/44-day-old-glory-relay-from-d-c-to-world-games-2022-kicks-off/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/44-day-old-glory-relay-from-d-c-to-world-games-2022-kicks-off/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Just days after losing to Stanford in the Tuscaloosa Regional, the University of Alabama softball team has lost six players to the transfer portal.
Savanah Woodard, Abby Doerr, Lexi Kilfoyl, Dallis Goodnight, Jenna Lord and Megan Bloodworth all entered the portal in a span of less than 24 hour... | 2022-05-25T17:48:41Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama softball losing six players to transfer portal | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/alabama-softball-losing-six-players-to-transfer-portal/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/alabama-softball-losing-six-players-to-transfer-portal/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — University of Alabama Softball pitching phenom Montana Fouts has announced that she will indeed be returning to the team next season.
Fouts made the announcement on Twitter Tuesday following the Crimson Tide’s defeat in the Tuscaloosa Regional Final against the Stanford Cardinal on Sunday, 6-0... | 2022-05-25T17:48:47Z | www.cbs42.com | 'I don't have to think twice about that': Montana Fouts to return to Tuscaloosa next season | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/i-dont-have-to-think-twice-about-that-montana-fouts-to-return-to-alabama-softball-team-next-season/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/alabama/i-dont-have-to-think-twice-about-that-montana-fouts-to-return-to-alabama-softball-team-next-season/ |
NORTHPORT, Ala. (WIAT) — An officer with the Northport Police Department was injured during a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon.
According to NPD, the officer was called to the 200 block of McFarland Boulevard just after 3:30 p.m. to assist the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop. The driver alleged... | 2022-05-26T00:39:49Z | www.cbs42.com | Northport police officer injured during traffic stop | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/northport-police-officer-injured-during-traffic-stop/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/northport-police-officer-injured-during-traffic-stop/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department has arrested a woman in connection to a deadly shooting in Ensley Monday night.
Tykirel Jordan, 24, was charged with capital murder in the death of Alpatrick Mckinstry, 32.
According to BPD, officers were called to a residence in the 1300 block of 60th Street j... | 2022-05-26T00:39:55Z | www.cbs42.com | Woman charged with killing man in Ensley shooting | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/woman-charged-with-killing-man-in-ensley-shooting/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/woman-charged-with-killing-man-in-ensley-shooting/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – Denise Scott finds happiness where she can.
Earlier this week, she watched as a group of Rutledge Middle School students celebrated their eighth-grade graduation. It’s a milestone she wishes her son could’ve experienced in person. Last year, her 14-year-old son Jasiah was killed – struck by a ... | 2022-05-26T00:40:01Z | www.cbs42.com | Jasiah Scott, Midfield teen killed on go-cart ride, posthumously promoted to high school | https://www.cbs42.com/news/jasiah-scott-midfield-teen-killed-on-go-cart-ride-posthumously-promoted-to-high-school/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/jasiah-scott-midfield-teen-killed-on-go-cart-ride-posthumously-promoted-to-high-school/ |
GARDENDALE, Ala. (WIAT) — A search is underway for a missing man in Gardendale.
According to the Gardendale Police Department, Robert Jason Jones was last seen on Feb. 4. Jones is described as being 6’2″ and 170 pounds.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jones is asked to contact the GPD at 205-631-87... | 2022-05-26T00:40:07Z | www.cbs42.com | Search underway for missing man in Gardendale | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/search-underway-for-missing-man-in-gardendale/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/missing/search-underway-for-missing-man-in-gardendale/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — A University of Alabama police officer is being called a hero after he saved a woman from drowning in the Black Warrior River.
K-9 officer Albert Canzoneri tells CBS 42 he doesn’t consider himself a hero, the officer says he was just doing his job.
“Any police officer would have done it, it ju... | 2022-05-26T00:40:22Z | www.cbs42.com | UA police officer awarded Medal of Honor | https://www.cbs42.com/news/ua-police-officer-awarded-medal-of-honor/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/ua-police-officer-awarded-medal-of-honor/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Former heavyweight boxing champion Deontay Wilder was given a special honor Wednesday afternoon in Tuscaloosa at the River Market.
The city unveiled a statue of the “Bronze Bomber” in his honor.
Wilder tells CBS 42 this was a great compliment. He said he was truly humbled to see his statue and... | 2022-05-26T03:49:11Z | www.cbs42.com | Deontay Wilder statue unveiled in Tuscaloosa | https://www.cbs42.com/news/deontay-wilder-statue-unveiled-in-tuscaloosa/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/deontay-wilder-statue-unveiled-in-tuscaloosa/ |
Gubernatorial candidates look ahead to general election after primary
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — As one campaign ends, another begins. That was the message from Gov. Kay Ivey Tuesday night after winning the Republican primary outright.
“Y’all, we did it,” Ivey said to a crowd of cheering supporters at the Renaissance ho... | 2022-05-26T03:49:17Z | www.cbs42.com | Gubernatorial candidates look ahead to general election after primary | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/gubernatorial-candidates-look-ahead-to-general-election-after-primary/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/gubernatorial-candidates-look-ahead-to-general-election-after-primary/ |
The case came back to Circuit Judge Brantley Clark, who resentenced Falcon to life with the possibility of parole after 15 years. She appealed to the First District Court of Appeals, which has now upheld Clark’s ruling.
One of the appellate judges said Falcon has not accepted responsibility for her actions or shown tha... | 2022-05-26T15:31:50Z | www.cbs42.com | Florida woman resentenced to life in prison for 1997 murder | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/florida-news/florida-woman-resentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-1997-murder/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/florida-news/florida-woman-resentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-1997-murder/ |
MACON, Ga. (WRBL) — A man from Conley, Georgia was found guilty of intending to traffic methamphetamine to Macon State Prison, according to the United States Attorney’s Office of Middle District Georgia.
Raquan Emahl Gray, 26, was found guilty on May 24 for one count of “conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute ... | 2022-05-26T15:31:56Z | www.cbs42.com | 494 grams of meth found during car search in Georgia | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/georgia-news/494-grams-of-meth-found-during-car-search-in-georgia/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/georgia-news/494-grams-of-meth-found-during-car-search-in-georgia/ |
Carter Jude Leblanc was born April 12, 2022 via emergency C-section when his heart stopped beating. He was resuscitated and appeared to be doing great at first; however, soon afterward, he began having seizures and was administered anti-seizure medication.
“I was nervous because the doctors had been doing everything fo... | 2022-05-26T15:32:02Z | www.cbs42.com | Baby born with heart defects released from hospital in Louisiana | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/baby-born-with-heart-defects-released-from-hospital-in-louisiana/ | https://www.cbs42.com/regional/louisiana-news/baby-born-with-heart-defects-released-from-hospital-in-louisiana/ |
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) — The Homewood Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at The Park at Buckingham apartment complex in Homewood Thursday morning.
Authorities say a man reportedly fired shots at a woman who was able to escape the area without being harmed. The man is believed to have then moved ... | 2022-05-26T17:24:31Z | www.cbs42.com | Homewood Police investigating shooting at The Park at Buckingham | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/police-investigating-shooting-at-homewood-apartment-complex/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/police-investigating-shooting-at-homewood-apartment-complex/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Much anticipation surrounded the inaugural USFL Draft on Feb. 22 as the potential players eligible to be selected were not made public until the picks were announced.
The Michigan Panthers won the chance to select first and they went with a somewhat hometown pick in former University of Michig... | 2022-05-26T17:26:02Z | www.cbs42.com | USFL’s No. 1 overall draft pick quickly finds new team after being released | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/usfl/usfls-no-1-overall-draft-pick-quickly-finds-new-team-after-being-released/ | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/usfl/usfls-no-1-overall-draft-pick-quickly-finds-new-team-after-being-released/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A father and son appeared in court Tuesday and were sentenced for committing a bank fraud scheme. They are accused of providing fraudulent information to banks to obtain loans, according to U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent in Charge Johnnie Sharp... | 2022-05-26T19:13:11Z | www.cbs42.com | Vestavia father and son guilty of committing bank fraud | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/vestavia-hills-father-son-sentenced-in-bank-fraud-scheme/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/vestavia-hills-father-son-sentenced-in-bank-fraud-scheme/ |
Laverne Cox, a native of Mobile, Alabama who attended the Alabama School of Fine Arts, issued her own statement and said, “It’s been a dream for years to work with Barbie to create my own doll. I can’t wait for fans to find my doll on shelves and have the opportunity to add a Barbie doll modeled after a transgender per... | 2022-05-26T20:57:29Z | www.cbs42.com | First transgender Barbie doll released in tribute to Alabama native Laverne Cox | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/first-transgender-barbie-doll-released-in-tribute-to-actress-laverne-cox/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/first-transgender-barbie-doll-released-in-tribute-to-actress-laverne-cox/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Students ages 14 to 18 looking for jobs in West Alabama can now search for employment through a new job portal.
Huntsville now Alabama’s largest city, overtakes Birmingham
The Tuscaloosa County Commission and West Alabama Works partnered to launch I.G.N.I.T.E Student Jobs.
I.G.N.I.T.E’s acrony... | 2022-05-26T22:37:40Z | www.cbs42.com | New job portal gives students in West Alabama employment opportunities | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/new-job-portal-gives-students-in-west-alabama-employment-opportunities/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/new-job-portal-gives-students-in-west-alabama-employment-opportunities/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Memorial Day weekend is expected to be busy for travelers.
AAA expects 3.92 million travelers to hit the road this weekend. That’s up 8.3% from 2021 and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) wants drivers to remain safe during their travels throughout the entire summer.
Friday is the kick-... | 2022-05-27T15:32:06Z | www.cbs42.com | ALEA’s ‘101 Days of Safety’ begins with Memorial Day weekend | CBS 42 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/aleas-101-days-of-safety-begins-with-memorial-day-weekend/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/aleas-101-days-of-safety-begins-with-memorial-day-weekend/ |
While state statistics show hospitalizations crept up this week to reach 132 on Thursday, that’s only a fraction of the number of people who were hospitalized when the pandemic was at its worst and about 3,000 patients filled beds.
The coronavirus mutant now dominant in the United States is related to the earlier omicr... | 2022-05-27T15:32:30Z | www.cbs42.com | COVID-19 hospitalizations on the rise in Alabama | https://www.cbs42.com/news/health/coronavirus/covid-19-hospitalizations-on-the-rise-in-alabama/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/health/coronavirus/covid-19-hospitalizations-on-the-rise-in-alabama/ |
“Our No. 1 priority is to make sure the will of Republican primary voters is reflected in the outcome of these elections,” Wahl said. He added, “We will do the best we possibly can in order to find a solution to this terrible situation we’re facing.”
A problem was discovered in late April when a candidate’s family memb... | 2022-05-27T15:32:57Z | www.cbs42.com | Alabama officials review ballot problem in Etowah legislative race | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/alabama-officials-review-ballot-problem-in-etowah-legislative-race/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/politics/your-local-election-hq/alabama-officials-review-ballot-problem-in-etowah-legislative-race/ |
ALABASTER, Ala. (WIAT) — A man was killed in a wreck Thursday one mile north of Alabaster, in Shelby County.
Stanley Williams, 72, of Tennessee, was riding a Harley Davidson motorcycle when he was struck by a Toyota Camry and a Chevrolet Tahoe while driving on I-65. Williams was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash ... | 2022-05-27T15:33:28Z | www.cbs42.com | Tennessee man killed in Shelby County crash | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/tennessee-man-killed-in-shelby-county-crash/ | https://www.cbs42.com/traffic/tennessee-man-killed-in-shelby-county-crash/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Tuscaloosa Police responded to a domestic incident call early Friday morning, resulting in charges involving attempted murder and driving under the influence.
At 12:30 a.m. Friday, officers were called to the 3000 block of Green Grove Lane Northeast. Officers arrived to the scene of an argumen... | 2022-05-27T18:20:54Z | www.cbs42.com | Tuscaloosa woman charged with attempted murder, DUI for allegedly trying to run over boyfriend | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/tuscaloosa-woman-charged-with-attempted-murder-dui-for-allegedly-trying-to-run-over-boyfriend/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/tuscaloosa-woman-charged-with-attempted-murder-dui-for-allegedly-trying-to-run-over-boyfriend/ |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — A woman was taken into custody after allegedly pointing a gun at a man, who then fired shots at her in the same parking lot as a Tuscaloosa police officer Thursday in Tuscaloosa.
According to Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes, a Tuscaloosa officer was working a private property accident on Old Greensb... | 2022-05-27T18:20:58Z | www.cbs42.com | Woman arrested for menacing in Tuscaloosa | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/woman-facing-charge-of-menacing-in-tuscaloosa/ | https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/woman-facing-charge-of-menacing-in-tuscaloosa/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Thirty-three former Alabama Baptist ministers and staff were among hundreds of names of sexual abusers who were named in a list compiled by top leaders in the Southern Baptist Convention.
On Thursday, leaders released a 205-page list of over 700 names of ministers and church personnel who had ... | 2022-05-27T20:48:44Z | www.cbs42.com | 33 Alabama ministers named on sexual abuser list released by Southern Baptist Church | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/33-alabama-ministers-named-on-sexual-abuser-list-released-by-southern-baptist-church/ | https://www.cbs42.com/alabama-news/33-alabama-ministers-named-on-sexual-abuser-list-released-by-southern-baptist-church/ |
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