Man killed, woman seriously hurt in Leeds shooting
LEEDS, Ala. (WIAT) -- A man is dead following a shooting in Leeds on Wednesday afternoon. According to the Leeds Police Department, officers responded around 12:55 p.m. to the 700 block of Morgan...
View ArticleBrenda Lovelady Spahn, founder of The Lovelady Center women's shelter in...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) — Brenda Lovelady Spahn, founder of one of the largest faith-based recovery centers for women in Alabama, has died. She was 75. Spahn, known to countless people as "Miss...
View ArticleAlabama’s new agriculture authority plans to close on of purchase Hallmark...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Plans to turn the Hallmark Farms property off I-65 in Warrior into a destination agriculture and event center are one step closer to reality. Alabama’s newly created...
View ArticleSchool districts impacted by flu season across central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) - It’s that time of year where the flu, RSV and other viruses are running rampant. The illnesses are hitting some school systems in Alabama hard, causing them to close for...
View ArticleMan killed in shooting outside Birmingham residence
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred Wednesday night. According to Officer Truman Fitzgerald of the BPD, south precinct officers were...
View ArticleMoody pitcher Ashton Morrow signs with Lawson State
MOODY, Ala. (Tribune) – Moody Blue Devil pitcher Ashton Morrow is the next player from 411 to sign his name on the dotted line to play at the next level after his senior year is complete. In a...
View ArticleBirmingham police searching for missing woman last seen in Titusville community
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department is searching for a missing woman who was last seen in the Titusville community Monday morning. Aimee Warren, 58, was last seen wearing a green...
View ArticleAlabama Shakes reunites in Tuscaloosa for first time since 2017
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) — For those who have been holding on for an Alabama Shakes reunion since the band went on hiatus nearly a decade ago, Wednesday night was a special night. On Wednesday, the...
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Weather turning colder through the weekend
Thursday: The cold front will be east of Alabama on Thursday. It will become sunny and cooler with high temperatures in the upper 50s. Friday: A reinforcing dry cold front will sweep across Alabama on...
View Article69-year-old killed in Birmingham shooting identified
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A 69-year-old Birmingham man who was shot and killed Wednesday night has been identified. Reginald Crenshaw was discovered shot in the front yard of a house on 3rd Avenue...
View ArticleFormer Montgomery Youth Detention Facility employee charged with sex abuse
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- A former Montgomery Youth Detention Facility employee is charged with 1st degree sex abuse. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office announced that Kentavious Miller,...
View ArticleAlabama State Parks offering First Day Hikes beginning New Years Day
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Alabama State Parks is offering 12 First Day Hikes beginning on New Years Day. First Day Hikes is part of a program designed to celebrate the new year and encourage people...
View ArticleBirmingham Public Library hosting open house, fashion show Thursday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Birmingham Public Library is hosting several concerts, movies, and more throughout December. Thursday's events include an "African fashion show" and a holiday open house...
View ArticleU.S. Rep. Terri Sewell releases statement ahead of potential government shutdown
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Alabama Rep. Terri Sewell released a statement Thursday following the the news of the government potentially shutting down. Here's Rep. Sewell's full statement: “Because of...
View Article2 arrested after reported police pursuit in Homewood
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) -- Two people were arrested in Homewood after a reported vehicle pursuit Thursday. According to Homewood police, officers attempted to stop a vehicle suspected to be occupied by...
View ArticleChristian drag artist to perform in Birmingham in January
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A musician known for being the first drag performer to reach the number one spot on the iTunes Christian Chart will be making a stop at Woodlawn Theatre in January. "I'm...
View ArticleBody found following house fire in Fairfield
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Firefighters working to put out a house fire in Fairfield recovered a body among the ashes Thursday morning. The fire was reported in the 6400 block of Court F at...
View ArticleAlabama porch pirates could face up to 20 years in prison with new bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) -- Sen. April Weaver (R-Brierfield) said Grinches are trying to steal Christmas. That is, your front porch deliveries. Sen. Weaver said she is bringing a bill next year that...
View ArticleDrones gain popularity among hobbyists, safety concerns to keep in mind
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) - Some aviation experts say drones have become more popular over the last ten years for hobbyists, as the technology has advanced, and it’s become more affordable and...
View ArticleYour Voice Your Station gets results in 2024
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – CBS 42 is Your Voice Your Station. We’ve been working hard all year to get answers for you. Investigative Reporter Jen Cardone has been digging into problems you brought to...
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