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2 shot at west Tuscaloosa apartment complex
7+ min ago (124+ words) Two people were shot in west Tuscaloosa on Saturday night. According to Cpt. Jack Kennedy with the Violent Crimes Unit, Tuscaloosa police responded around 9 p. m. to a large gathering in Hay Court. The. .. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) " Two people were shot in…...
Madison's massive 1991 'Butter Fire' created waist-deep grease and 300-foot flames
9+ hour, 18+ min ago (476+ words) MADISON, (WKOW) " A malfunctioning battery-powered forklift sparked what became known as "The Butter Fire" at Central Storage Warehouse on Cottage Grove Road 35 years ago today." May 3, 1991, an operator changed the batteries around 2: 30 p. m. during a shift change, but the forklift still…...
These striped fish are gaining ground in Alabama waters. Here's why we should worry.
8+ hour, 12+ min ago (606+ words) Lionfish are undoubtedly beautiful, with red, white, and brown stripes and long decorative fins. They have been a staple in aquariums for decades. Although they are increasingly ubiquitous in the Gulf of Mexico, lionfish are not native to the area,…...
Kirby Smart has bold take on old Tide teams he coached: 'Would beat the dog out of teams now"
9+ hour, 13+ min ago (258+ words) Since he's left Tuscaloosa, Kirby Smart has established himself as arguably the best coach in the nation over the last decade " not including Nick Saban" turning the Georgia Bulldogs back into a national powerhouse. With two national titles of his…...
Alabama basketball 2026-27 roster tracker: Keitenn Bristow makes decision on future
3+ week, 5+ day ago (784+ words) The 2025-26 season ended not long ago for Alabama basketball, but the Crimson Tide is already putting together the pieces for its 2026-27 roster. Nate Oats has been extended to coach Alabama through the 2031-32, and moments after the Crimson Tide fell to…...
Tuscaloosa pastor shares "7 Rules for Life" after wife"s passing
10+ hour, 12+ min ago (592+ words) A Tuscaloosa pastor is drawing attention for a message of faith, resilience and reflection following the loss of his wife earlier this year. Pastor Billy Joy of Valley View Baptist Church shared what he calls "7 Rules for Life as You…...
Golesh on what style Auburn fans can expect: 'It's going to be a fun brand of football"
12+ hour, 13+ min ago (274+ words) The Auburn Tigers are beginning a new era this season under head coach Alex Golesh following some of the most lean years for the program in some time through the Bryan Harsin and Hugh Freeze eras. Perhaps the biggest struggle…...
Michael J. Brooks: When congregational surveys give mixed results
13+ hour, 12+ min ago (534+ words) It's common for congregations to administer opinion surveys occasionally. But I've seen mixed results. Baptist denominational officials report that congregations who take surveys when searching for a new pastor discover members want a 35-year old with a seminary degree. Thus…...
A quick history of the University of Alabama for commencement weekend
9+ hour, 4+ min ago (590+ words) With students and families on campus this weekend for spring 2026 graduation, here's a rundown of University of Alabama campus history that originally published Nov. 14, 2025. " The Alabama General Assembly officially established the first public university and named it the University of…...
Alabama's opponent, seed revealed for 2026 SEC softball tournament
10+ hour, 43+ min ago (190+ words) The bracket has been officially revealed for the 2026 SEC softball tournament. Set to take place this upcoming week in Lexington, Alabama will be the No. 2 seed in the SEC Tournament, receiving a double bye into the quarterfinals where they will…...