Figures, Dobson make closing pitches to voters in Alabama congressional race
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The two candidates for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, which was redrawn by a federal court after a lengthy redistricting battle, made their final campaign pushes this...
View ArticleSheriff asks FBI to investigate death of Black man found hanging in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The FBI is investigating the death of a Black man in Alabama, who was found hanging in an abandoned house, following a request from a local sheriff amid fears among community...
View ArticleAuburn falls to Vanderbilt, 17-7
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Diego Pavia threw a pair of touchdown passes, including a 4-yarder to Eli Stowers with 4:18 left, and Vanderbilt became bowl eligible for the first time since 2018 with a 17-7 win...
View ArticleWoman killed in Blount County crash
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Remlap woman is dead following a two-vehicle crash that occurred in Blount County on Friday night, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. At around 7:33 p.m.,...
View Article‘Alabama Faith’ shines light on churches across state
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – Renowned Birmingham photographer David Graves has released his highly anticipated coffee table book called "Alabama Faith." It includes a collection showcasing stained glass...
View ArticleBirmingham Squadron using Lakeshore Foundation as primary practice home
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Squadron announced last week Lakeshore Foundation is the franchise's primary practice home. Lakeshore Foundation, located in Homewood, is a U.S. Olympic and...
View ArticleSouthwest Airlines starts nonstop service from Birmingham to Nashville
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Southwest Airlines started nonstop service from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Nashville International Airport on Sunday. Southwest Airlines flight 1687...
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Unseasonably warm with rain chances late week
Tonight: Mostly cloudy skies will build back into the region as temperatures remain mild in the lower to middle 60s for Birmingham and much of western Alabama. Drier air will filter into eastern...
View ArticleWhat central Alabama voters care about most ahead of the election
BIRMINGHAM Ala. (WIAT) -- Voters in central Alabama still have decisions to make about how they are going to vote. Some key issues identified today by CBS 42 are abortion, immigration and financial...
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Spring-like weather continues. Tracking the tropics for possible development...
Sunday: Unseasonably warm and dry weather continues with afternoon temperatures near 80 under a mix of sun and clouds. The average high for early November is 70, putting us a good ten to twelve...
View ArticleAlabama moves to No. 11 in AP Top 25
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Alabama moved up three spots to No. 11 in the AP Top 25 college football poll Sunday. The Crimson Tide was off last week but has a big matchup at No. 14 LSU on Saturday. The...
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Tracking The Tropics: PTC 18 has formed in the Caribbean
This afternoon, hurricane hunters found a cluster of disorganized storms in the southern Caribbean, forecast to materialize into the next named tropical system sometime this week. Potential Tropical...
View ArticleGov. Kay Ivey receives medical attention at Caroleene Dobson campaign event
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) -- Governor Kay Ivey received medical attention at a campaign event for Alabama 2nd Congressional District candidate Caroleene Dobson on Sunday. The campaign event lasted from...
View ArticleBirmingham Police Department investigating shooting at Topgolf
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department responded to a call of shots fired at Topgolf at around 5:40 p.m. Sunday night. A male suspect fired shots into an occupied vehicle. BPD...
View ArticleAlabaster police investigating after person found shot at gas station
ALABASTER, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Alabaster Police Department is investigating after one person was found shot at a Shell gas station Saturday night. According to Alabaster police, at around 11:45 p.m.,...
View ArticleOdessa Woolfolk honored with human rights award
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Odessa Woolfolk, lifelong advocate for civil and human rights, was named a recipient of the 2024 Fred L. Shuttlesworth Human Rights Award. The award recognizes those who...
View ArticleLevite Jewish Community Center to hold post-Election Day event
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Levite Jewish Community Center announced it is inviting the Birmingham community to an event Wednesday that will allow voters to relax after Election Day. “Shalom Y’all:...
View ArticleHoover police participating in 'No Shave November' to raise money for foundation
HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Hoover Police Department announced it is participating in "No Shave November" to raise money and awareness for The Wings of Hope Pediatric Foundation. The Wings of Hope...
View ArticleAlabama 77 northbound in Etowah County to temporarily close
SOUTHSIDE, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Alabama Department of Transportation announced crews will shut down Alabama 77 northbound for pavement repairs at the Little Bridge on Tuesday. The ALDOT stated the...
View ArticleFirst time voters get ready to hit the polls in Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- At Oak Mountain High School, some voters are getting ready to make their voice heard for the first time. And with less than 24 hours until polls open, they are making every...
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