Alabama Sen. Katie Britt sponsors Lulu's Law to create shark attack alerts
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) -- Many across the globe have supported 15-year-old Lulu Gribbin after she lost her hand and leg in a shark attack this summer. As lawmakers prepare legislation this fall, Sen....
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Boar's Head expands recall to include 7 million more pounds of deli meats...
(AP) -- The popular deli meat company Boar's Head is recalling an additional 7 million pounds of ready-to-eat products made at a Virginia plant as an investigation into a deadly outbreak of listeria...
View ArticleMassive fire damages meat processing factory in Pell City
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — Authorities are investigating after a regionally-known meat processing factory was damaged in a structural fire Tuesday night. At around 6 p.m., Pell City Fire...
View ArticleHomewood High School band battles physical, mental exhaustion from heat
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) - With temperatures soaring back into the triple digits the next few days, it can cause some health concerns for prolonged outdoor activities. Some outdoor events like band camps...
View ArticleBirmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin weighs in on Project Safe Streets
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin is giving an update almost a month after the launch of a safety initiative for the city. The pilot program for “Project Safe Streets” began...
View ArticleBiden administration announces next steps for fall student debt relief
(The Hill) - The Biden administration announced Wednesday the next steps for student debt relief this fall. On Thursday, the Department of Education will begin emailing borrowers who have at least...
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Weather Aware for dangerous heat and humidity Wednesday and Thursday
Weather Aware Wednesday and Thursday for Dangerous Heat and Humidity Wednesday & Thursday: A heat dome, or upper-level area of high pressure, will sit over the Southern Plains States on Wednesday....
View ArticleHigh School football Week 0 schedule in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The 2024 high school football season is fast approaching as teams prepare to begin their quest for a state championship. Week 0 begins Aug. 22 and will run through Aug. 24....
View ArticleAlabama judge allows new Title IX rule protecting LGBTQ+ students to move...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A federal judge in Alabama has declined four states' lawsuit to block a new rule for Title IX offering new protections for LGBTQ+ students. The rule, which is set to go into...
View ArticleAlabama animal group offering spay, neuter deals this summer
IRONDALE, Ala (WIAT) -- Until the end of August, qualifying families can get their pets spayed or neutered for a discounted price at the Alabama Spay/Neuter Clinic. According to the group's Facebook...
View ArticleAlabama starts 1st fall camp under head coach Kalen DeBoer
Alabama opened fall camp with a morning practice, for anybody keeping track of every little change from Nick Saban to Kalen DeBoer. It's going to be a hot topic for a while, after all. The Crimson...
View ArticleThe Worship Center in Birmingham hosting back-to-school event
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Worship Center Christian Church is inviting students of all ages for a back-to-school celebration. They will be giving away 500 backpacks, interactive games,...
View ArticleRenew Birmingham to host Cookout and Car Show on Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) - Renew Birmingham will host a Cookout and Car Show event on Saturday featuring free food, giveaways and more. The event will take place from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in downtown Ensley...
View ArticleThe Power of Life Foundation to hold backpack giveaway
FULTONDALE, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Birmingham organization will help families in need prepare for the upcoming school year Saturday. The Power of Life Foundation will hand out backpacks to Jefferson County...
View ArticleBBB: Don't get 'played' by scammers during the Summer Olympics
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – As the world’s eyes are on Paris for the Olympic Games, there are some long-running scams the Better Business Bureau wants athletic fans to be aware of. Carl Bates is the...
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July Hotter and Wetter than Normal
Now that July is coming to an end, the Birmingham climate summary proves this month was above average for both temperatures and rainfall. Compiling the average of our high temperatures, we actually...
View ArticleFairfield grocery store officially opens doors
FAIRFIELD, Ala. (WIAT) -- A new grocery store opened in an area once known as a food desert Wednesday. Carver Jones Market Fairfield opened its doors for the first time with a ribbon-cutting ceremony...
View ArticleMiles College to host voter registration day for students
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Miles College will host a registration day for its incoming student body on August 13. The event will take place in front of the Student Activity Center. Organizers hope to...
View ArticleMeals on Wheels checks up on seniors during extreme heat in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Dangerous heat is a serious concern for seniors, especially those without air conditioning at home. Volunteers with United Way Meals help deliver meals to homebound seniors...
View ArticleAlabama judge hears arguments in lawsuit filed by NAACP against state
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A hearing for a lawsuit filed by the NAACP against the state of Alabama was held Wednesday at the federal courthouse in Birmingham. Civil rights organizations claim a new...
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