Central Alabama political experts weigh in on Biden's press conference
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) - President Joe Biden held a solo press conference Thursday night after the NATO summit, during which he was asked extensively by reporters about his ability to run the country...
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Extreme heat builds in this weekend
Friday: Another hot day with low humidity as an area of high pressure moves north of Alabama, and we have northerly winds over the area. High temperatures will heat up into the middle 90s, but the...
View ArticleAlabama AG reflects on impact of Carlee Russell kidnapping hoax
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Saturday marks one year since the Carlee Russell kidnapping hoax saga and Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joined CBS 42 Morning News to discuss the case. Russell, a...
View ArticleTuscaloosa County woman killed in dog attack
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Tuscaloosa County woman was killed in a dog attack Thursday night. According to the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office, deputies received a call of a dog attack...
View ArticleArrest made in fatal Talladega hit-and-run
TALLADEGA, Ala (WIAT) - An arrest has been made in Talladega following a fatal hit-and-run that occurred June 21, 2024. On Thursday, the Talladega Police Department has arrested Michael Chance Haney....
View ArticleLocal restaurant named "Best Fried Chicken Restaurant in Alabama"
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WDHN) - A Birmingham local restaurant was recently named the best fried chicken restaurant in Alabama, according to a Yelp report. Eugene's Hot Chicken was voted cock-of-the-walk...
View Article2 brothers shot following argument in Pinson
PINSON, Ala (WIAT) -- Two brothers were injured in a shooting following an argument in Pinson Friday morning. According to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department, deputies were called to the 3000...
View ArticleCommunity Grief Support to host "Lift Your Spirits" Gala in Vestavia Hills
VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WIAT) – Community Grief Support is set to host its annual summer fundraiser party in Vestavia Hills this month. The 21st annual “Lift Your Spirits" fundraiser gala will be held...
View Article'I Love Irondale' weekend aims to connect community
IRONDALE, Ala. (WIAT) — Irondale Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. plans to host an “I Love Irondale” weekend from July 19-20. The featured events will be free and open to the public. On July 19, community...
View ArticleNext Level Sports hosts free football camp Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – On Saturday, Next Level Sports Camps is hosting a football camp for kids to learn skills that help them in their game and to reach the next level of confidence. Carlie...
View ArticleMom arrested after baby found playing on Alabama highway: police report
DALE COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) -- A 21-year-old Dale County mom was arrested this week after investigators claimed she fell asleep, leading to her child wandering off and playing on a busy highway. Ashley...
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Sweltering weather is on tap this weekend, More humid air returns next week
Tonight: partly cloudy, mild, muggier. Lows will be in the upper 60s to middle 70s. There is an Air Quality Alert for Saturday for Jefferson and Shelby Counties. If you have respiratory issues please...
View ArticleAlabama delegates prepare for the Republican National Convention
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Alabama's conservative politicians are getting ready for the Republican National Convention, which starts Monday. According to the RNC, over 50,000 guests are expected to...
View ArticleAlabamians voice privacy concerns after AT&T data breach
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) - The AT&T hack is raising concerns among some people, wondering how much trust they can have in their data privacy. Many people CBS 42 spoke to agree it’s unsettling when...
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Hot and steamy weekend ahead with little opportunity for rain
Saturday: Summer steam increases this weekend as highs soar to the upper 90s to near 100 with heat index values in between 99° and 102°. Otherwise, plenty of sunshine with only a slight chance for a...
View ArticleSuspect shot, killed after reportedly cutting Tuscaloosa officer
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) – A man is dead following an overnight officer-involved shooting. Sgt. Josh Hastings from the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division said police...
View ArticleAlabama state Sen. April Weaver injured after being struck by car in Alabaster
ALABASTER, Ala. (WIAT) -- Alabama State Senator April Weaver was injured after being struck by a car Friday night. According to Communications for the Senate Republican Caucus Saylor Cuzzort, Weaver...
View ArticleFamily and friends of Jordan Melton still seeking answers 1 year after his death
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Family and friends of Jordan Melton are remembering the Birmingham firefighter, one year after he was shot at work in what police say was a targeted attack. Many of them...
View ArticleResidents voice concerns about trash dumping and public safety at District 6...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin and city councilor Crystal Smitherman heard from a number of residents in District 6 at a Town Hall meeting Thursday. Most of the concerns...
View ArticleFederal prosecutors seek 14-month imprisonment for former Alabama lawmaker
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Federal prosecutors are recommending that former Alabama state Rep. John Rogers be sentenced to 14 months' imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to diverting state grant funds....
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