'American Teenager': Alabamian featured in upcoming book on transgender youth
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Stepping into the Magic City Acceptance Academy, Nico Lang was overwhelmed by visions of what their youth could have been. Lang's award-winning reporting has been featured in...
View ArticleWalker County deputy injured after suspect chase ends in crash
WALKER COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Walker County deputy was injured when a suspect crashed into their cruiser during a chase late Wednesday night. Donations collected in Alabama flown to communities...
View ArticleWhen is the deadline to register to vote in Alabama?
(NEXSTAR) - The 2024 presidential election is fast approaching, and in some states, the voter registration deadline is as soon as this week. Voters in key battlegrounds, including Florida, Arizona,...
View ArticleMiles College changes kickoff time for Homecoming game against Central State
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Miles College has announced that its kickoff time for the Homecoming game against Central State will be changed. Kickoff time for the contest will now be 1 p.m. The...
View ArticleNASCAR driver Ryan Preece coming to Alabama with car inspired by 'Talladega...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Ahead of the YellaWood 500 race at the Talladega Superspeedway this weekend, a NASCAR driver and his "Talladega Nights"-inspired racecar will be coming to Alabama. On Friday,...
View ArticleAlabama Rep. Terri Sewell to announce $850,000 to improve public safety at...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell will hold a press conference Friday to announce hundreds of thousands of dollars in funds set to be given to Milles College to improve its public...
View ArticleTuscaloosa County School System on 'heightened awareness' following news of...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — The Tuscaloosa County School System has been put on "heightened awareness" following news of threats directed at different schools nationwide. On Thursday, the school system...
View ArticleUniversity of Montevallo's community counseling clinic receives $50,000 grant
MONTEVALLO, Ala. (WIAT) — The University of Montevallo's Grainger Community Counseling and Wellness Clinic will receive accessibility upgrades thanks to a new grant. The University of Montevallo...
View Article"Trunk or Treat" events in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Several locations are planning "Trunk or Treat" events across central Alabama ahead of Halloween night. These events are an alternative to traditional Trick or Treating, in...
View ArticleHabitat for Humanity building home in honor of Terry Saban
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) -- Habitat for Humanity is in a race against time to finish the home in honor of Terry Saban. "Women Build" is a national Habitat for Humanity initiative designed to engage,...
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Birmingham Police searching for bank robbery suspect
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is asking for the public's help to identify a suspect who committed a bank robbery. The robbery occurred around 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the...
View Article'The Reunion Tour' coming to Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- "The Reunion Tour" featuring Kirk Franklin and other artists will be coming to Birmingham Saturday. The tour features Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp and...
View ArticleLongtime firefighter Derrick Sherrell named interim chief of Gadsden Fire...
GADSDEN, Ala. (WIAT) — Starting Friday, the city of Gadsden will have a new interim fire chief. Derrick Sherrell will take the reins of the Gadsden Fire Department following former chief Wil Reed's...
View ArticleCity of Birmingham hosting food truck event in honor of Breast Cancer...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The City of Birmingham is hosting a "Food Truck Friday" event Friday in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event will allow those who attend to experience the...
View ArticleTuscaloosa's 'Tech or Treat' planned for Oct. 24, featuring spooky STEAM fun
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — The City of Tuscaloosa will host its annual "Tech or Treat" to celebrate the fall season with families and children interested in STEAM. The event will be held at the Gateway...
View ArticleBlues at the Ballpark happening at Rickwood Field Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Happening this Saturday, the annual Blues at the Ballpark will feature live music, food and fun at Rickwood Field. Organized by Birmingham City Councilor Carol Clarke, the...
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Few Showers Friday with Warm, Dry Weekend
Tonight: Mostly cloudy skies build in overnight, bringing a few sprinkles to the southern half of the area. Otherwise, we stay dry with lows in the upper 60s. Friday: While the muggier air sticks...
View ArticleWhat products are affected by the port strike?
Since this story was written, the port strike has been suspended until Jan. 15. MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) -- As the nationwide port strike continues, state leaders say there is no need to rush to the...
View ArticleJefferson County Planning and Zoning could enact moratorium on rezoning requests
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — New re-zoning requests may be put on hold if the Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission votes to approve a 90-day moratorium on high-density rezoning requests...
View ArticleWeek 6 Alabama high school football schedule
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- After the threat of Hurricane Helene forced some games to be canceled a week ago, a full slate of high school football games are back. The CBS 42 Game of the Week will...
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