Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond set to retire Nov. 29
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — After two years leading the Birmingham Police Department, Scott Thurmond is retiring. During a press conference Thursday, Thurmond announced the he would be retiring as chief...
View ArticleSarah Barker, Aaliyah Nye earn SEC preseason honors for Alabama women's...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) -- Two members of the Alabama women's basketball team have earned Southeastern Conference preseason honors for the 2024-25 season, the league announced. Alabama was picked to...
View ArticleRoads in Chelsea open after train crash
CHELSEA, Ala. (WIAT) -- UPDATE: The train crash has now been cleared and Hwy 47, Hwy 433 are now open. ORIGINAL: Roads in Chelsea shut down after train crash Multiple roads in Chelsea are currently...
View ArticleMissing 27-year-old woman found safe
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — UPDATE: Haley Kiser was located and is safe. ORIGINAL: Birmingham police searching for missing 27-year-old woman The Birmingham Police Department is searching for a woman who...
View ArticleIrondale unveils designs for civic center renovation
IRONDALE, Ala. (Tribune) – The city of Irondale released conceptual drawings for one of its biggest capital projects this week, setting the stage for what the future face of the city could look like....
View ArticleCity of Tuscaloosa accepting applications for public library board member
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — The City of Tuscaloosa is accepting applications for a position on the Tuscaloosa Public Library Board of Trustees. The board oversees the library's governance, financial...
View ArticleRoad closures announced for Magic City Classic festivities
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- With the 83rd Magic City Classic football game scheduled for Saturday and a week full of festivities, fans from across the country will be coming to Birmingham. As such the...
View ArticleBirmingham Vegan Fest happening Nov. 3
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Fall 2024 Birmingham Vegan Fest will take place on Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cahaba Brewing Company. This event will showcase local food trucks, popups and other...
View ArticleHandrails still needed at Legion Field for 2024 Magic City Classic
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — After a viewer voiced concerns about the lack of handrails at Legion Field, CBS 42's Your Voice Your Station team learned it is one of several Alabama stadiums that is not...
View ArticleAthlete of the Week: Jonah Winston
HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) -- Another week of high school football is in the books, and Friday night did not disappoint. Hoover won in overtime 27-26 over Thompson for the 7A Region 3 title. There were...
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Possible record high on Friday, Weekend could see a few sprinkles
Record Highs: We TIED the record high Thursday in Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Anniston, and Montgomery. The weather pattern will not change much over the next few days as high pressure sits along the Gulf...
View ArticleJordan Peterson coming to Alabama in 2025 as part of 'We Who Wrestle With...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Jordan Peterson, the Canadian clinical psychologist whose views on a variety of topics in the culture wars have brought him both praise and scorn, will come to Alabama next...
View ArticleWeek 9 Alabama high school football schedule
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Week 9 of the high school football season kicks off Thursday as the regular season is almost over. Tim Vakakes looks to continue momentum with Spain Park’s undefeated start...
View ArticleJefferson County man sentenced for attempting to meet a minor for sex
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Jefferson County man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempting to entice a child, according to U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and FBI Special Agent in Charge...
View ArticleFirehouse Ministries staff member in critical condition after assault in...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- A Firehouse Ministries staff member is in critical condition after being attacked by a former client, Executive Director Nicole Boomhover said in a Facebook post. According...
View ArticleAdditional details released after officer kills Etowah County man in shootout
ETOWAH COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Etowah County Sheriff's Office discussed an officer-involved shooting investigation during a press conference Thursday afternoon. Sheriff Jonathon Horton stated that a...
View ArticleWho will lead the Birmingham Police Department after Scott Thurmond? Here's...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Following Scott Thurmond's leave from the helm of the Birmingham Police Department next month, another longtime member of the force will step in as interim chief. Michael...
View ArticleMagic City Classic Tailgate Festival draws thousands to Railroad Park
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) -- The Magic City Classic Tailgate Festival brought thousands to Railroad Park Thursday to hear live musical performances by Award Winning R&B group SWV, Too Short, Fantasia...
View ArticleFinal 'Safe Summer Series' concert to be hosted Sunday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Birmingham City Councilor Crystal Smitherman is hosting a "Safe Summer Series" event at Railroad Park on Sunday. This is the final Safe Summer Series concert of the 2024...
View ArticleBirmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority hosting Halloween event
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority is hosting a Halloween event on Oct. 31. The event will be at the Central Station from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will...
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