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Who is Tim Walz? Harris picks Minnesota gov. as running mate
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate on Tuesday, according to three people who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity....
View ArticleAlabama fire departments deploy to help with Tropical Storm Debby's aftermath
HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) - Firefighters from several central Alabama fire departments are in the Florida panhandle, helping with the aftermath of Debby. The fire departments in Hoover, Calera and Vestavia...
View ArticleHarris picks Walz for vice president
Vice President Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) to be her running mate as she heads toward a November faceoff against former President Trump, she announced Tuesday. Harris announced her...
View ArticleBessemer man charged in elder fraud scheme
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Bessemer man is charged in an elder fraud scheme, according to U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona. The indictment charges Terrance Pruitt, 47, with wire fraud. The indictment...
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Very hot and humid on Wednesday, less humid air returns this weekend
WEDNESDAY: Tropical Storm Debby will be sitting off the South Carolina Coast, and Alabama will be on the backside of the storm. There will also be a high-pressure heat dome over the South Plains....
View ArticleMan who allegedly detonated explosive device outside Alabama Attorney...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man accused of placing an explosive device outside the Alabama Attorney General's office earlier this year is set to plead guilty in the case. Last week, attorneys...
View ArticleAlabama lawmaker pre-files Laken Riley Act
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) -- One lawmaker wants to give local police the authority to arrest people based on immigration status. It's called the Laken Riley Act. State Representative Ernie Yarbrough of...
View ArticlePolice applications up for the Personnel Board of Jefferson County
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — On Tuesday, law enforcement agencies with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County spoke to new applicants under one roof. Those interested in working for the Jefferson County...
View ArticleOver 3,000 Birmingham City School students still not registered
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham City Schools started their new school year Monday, but not all students are accounted for. According to school officials, over 3,400 children are still not...
View ArticleWest Alabama leaders speak on growth and plans at State of the Community
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Leaders in Tuscaloosa County are addressing the economic and public safety needs of their communities. The annual State of the Community event was organized by the Chamber of...
View ArticleBirmingham Civil Rights Institute hosts Summer Scholars Symposium
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute celebrated the work of young scholars at the Woolfolk Gallery Tuesday night. The Summer Scholars Symposium showcased the work of the...
View ArticleDetails revealed in central Alabama sausage factory fire
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Pell City Fire and Rescue released information regarding a fire at the Royal Sausage factory from last week. According to the agency, firefighters received a call...
View ArticleNational Night Out unites police departments and community members
HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) - Many cities around metro Birmingham participated in National Night Out events Tuesday. It was an opportunity for first responders to strengthen relationships within the...
View ArticleBirmingham police searching for missing 65-year-old
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a missing 65-year-old woman. Hoover head football coach Drew Gilmer placed on administrative leave...
View ArticleCPR saves two kittens in Alabama house fire
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — One family is thanking first responders for saving the lives of two of their cats during a house fire in Dothan on Monday evening. The owner of the home on Lucy Lane in Dothan...
View ArticleBirmingham police investigating homicide after man shot during assault
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is investigating a homicide after a man was shot during a reported assault. 2 killed, 1 arrested in Tuscaloosa shooting According to...
View ArticleALEA investigating death of man after 'possible medical event'
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is conducting an investigation after a man died early Tuesday morning. 2 killed, 1 arrested in Tuscaloosa shooting According to Jefferson...
View ArticleList: Big Lots stores set to close in Alabama
(NEXSTAR) — Roughly 300 additional Big Lots stores are set to be closed as speculation that the company could file for bankruptcy looms. In early July, Big Lots warned in a U.S. Securities &...
View ArticleLocals react to Hoover High School football coaches being placed on leave
HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Hoover football practice video obtained by CBS 42's sister station WKRG shows what sources claim led to two coaches being placed on administrative leave. The video depicts an...
View Article2 killed, 1 arrested in Tuscaloosa shooting
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) -- A 25-year-old is in police custody following a double homicide in Tuscaloosa Tuesday night. According to Captain Jack Kennedy with Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, police...
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