Lisa findley can lift heavy weights, stretch and push her body to new limits but getting to that point wasn't easy. At one time, Findley was 100 pounds heavier than her current weight. The nurse practitioner
There are complaints about the tallest building in Ensley. Some business owners say it's a nuisance. They want the Ramsay McCormack building to come down because it's a safety hazard and an eye sore. Age
The men and women who keep Jefferson County safe are now working longer shifts and answering twice as many calls without the help of some high tech tools. But sheriff's deputies found a way to manage the new workload using an old computer and a free program.
The leaders of two Alabama private school organizations don't expect many new students to apply under a law that provides tax credits for students transferring from failing schools. That's the word from the head of...More >>
Farm-state lawmakers are scrambling to win bipartisan votes for a five year, half-trillion dollar farm bill on the House floor this week.More >>
The House has voted to delay sweeping food safety rules that would require farmers and food companies to be more vigilant about guarding against contamination.More >>
Supporters of a far-reaching immigration bill in the Senate see fresh momentum from a report by the Congressional Budget Office that the measure would boost the economy and reduce federal deficits by billions of...More >>
After secretive talks, key senators expressed optimism Wednesday night that they were closing in on a bipartisan agreement to dramatically toughen the border security requirements in immigration legislation that also offers...More >>
Bob and Barbara Schmidt dashed to their home on a dirt road in a heavily wooded area northeast of Colorado Springs as smoke from what would become the most destructive wildfire in Colorado history filled the air.More >>
A new wildfire in the foothills southwest of Denver forced the evacuation of dozens of homes Wednesday as hot and windy conditions in the West made it easy for fires to start and spread.More >>
A tropical depression has formed off the coast of Belize and forecasters say it is expected to bring as much as five inches of rain to parts of Belize, Guatemala and northern Honduras.More >>
Tropical Storm Barry formed off Mexico's Gulf Coast on Wednesday, prompting Mexican authorities to ready hundreds of shelters.More >>
A wooden beam that has long been the focus of the search for a 17th century shipwreck in northern Lake Michigan was not attached to a buried vessel as searchers had suspected, but still may have come from the elusive...More >>
A wooden beam that has long been the focus of the search for a 17th century shipwreck in northern Lake Michigan was not attached to a buried vessel as searchers had suspected, but still may have come from the elusive Griffin...More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:35 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:35:22 GMT
Police continue to search for two suspects wanted in connection to an armed robbery at an east Birmingham Subway on Monday.At approximately 9 a.m., two suspects entered the Subway located at 433 HuffmanMore >>
Police continue to search for two suspects wanted in connection to an armed robbery at an east Birmingham Subway on Monday.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:24:31 GMT
There are complaints about the tallest building in Ensley. Some business owners say it's a nuisance. They want the Ramsay McCormack building to come down because it's a safety hazard and an eye sore. AgeMore >>
There are complaints about the tallest building in Ensley. Some business owners say it's a nuisance. They want the Ramsay McCormack building to come down because it's a safety hazard and an eye sore. AgeMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-06-19 23:16:30 GMT
A 29 year old Pell City woman was killed overnight by her brother. Police say 30 year old Brett Christopher Love killed his sister Lindsey Michelle Love around 3 AM Wednesday morning in the 100 blockMore >>
A brother suspected of killing his sister in Pell City has been taken into custody and charged with murder. More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:15:39 GMT
the men and women who keep jefferson county safe are now working longer shifts... answering twice as many calls... and without the help of some high tech tools. sheriff's deputies found a way to manageMore >>
The men and women who keep Jefferson County safe are now working longer shifts and answering twice as many calls without the help of some high tech tools. But sheriff's deputies found a way to manage the new workload using an old computer and a free program.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:09 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:09:21 GMT
Birmingham police are investigating a shooting at a home near Fountain Heights Park Wednesday night.Officers responded to a report of a person shot at a residence in the 1400 block of 17th Street NorthMore >>
Birmingham police are investigating a shooting at a home near Fountain Heights Park Wednesday night.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:51 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:51:43 GMT
Tuscaloosa City School Superintendent, Dr. Paul McKendrick waited more than 24 hours to speak publicly about Marthing Luther King, Jr. Elementary, Westlawn Middle and Central High Schools being on theMore >>
Tuscaloosa City School Superintendent Dr. Paul McKendrick insists that his schools are showing significant improvement.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:01:00 GMT
The Tuscaloosa City Schools Board of Education approved changes to the new school year's academic calendar. It includes 5 half day dismissals. The proposed recommendations is for professional developmentMore >>
The Tuscaloosa City Schools Board of Education approved changes to the new school year's academic calendar.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:53:10 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Alabama athletic director Bill Battle isn't sure any football program has ever topped the Crimson Tide's current run of dominance. That includesMore >>
Alabama athletic director Bill Battle isn't sure any football program has ever topped the Crimson Tide's current run of dominance.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:53:34 GMT
The Alabama Department of Education just released a list of 78 failing schools under the Alabama Accountability Act. Of those, 29 are in Central Alabama- 11 within the Birmingham City Schools district.More >>
The Alabama Department of Education just released a list of 78 failing schools under the Alabama Accountability Act. Of those, 29 are in Central Alabama- 11 within the Birmingham City Schools district.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-06-17 23:03:29 GMT
A single-vehicle crash early Sunday morning at 3:55 a.m. claimed the life of two and injured three. The crash occurred on Interstate 20/59 three miles south of York. Patrick Hunt Drury,More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-06-20 03:50:53 GMT
Lisa findley can lift heavy weights, stretch and push her body to new limits but getting to that point wasn't easy. At one time, Findley was 100 pounds heavier than her current weight. The nurse practitionerMore >>
Lisa findley can lift heavy weights, stretch and push her body to new limits but getting to that point wasn't easy. At one time, Findley was 100 pounds heavier than her current weight. The nurse practitionerMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:54:19 GMT
A major power outage in Cullman Wednesday night is affecting the nearby City of Hanceville and an area poultry plant.According to the City of Cullman Municipal Government's Facebook page, an outage atMore >>
A major power outage in Cullman Wednesday night is affecting the nearby City of Hanceville and an area poultry plant.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:37 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:37:38 GMT
HBO representatives have confirmed to the Associated Press that actor James Gandolfini died from a heart attack Wednesday while on vacation in Italy.Gandolfini, 51, was best known for his starring roleMore >>
HBO representatives have confirmed to the Associated Press that actor James Gandolfini died from a heart attack Wednesday while on vacation in Italy.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:56 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:56:59 GMT
Recently, Bitsy, a Yorkie puppy from Cullman and her owner Todd Sigmon were named finalists in the Iams "Love Tails" contest. Bitsy and Todd along with 9 other finalists will compete in a facebook videoMore >>
Cullman residents Bitsy and her owner Todd have a chance to be part of a national Iams advertisement. Cast your vote at the Iams facebook page between June 24 and June 28.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:50:32 GMT
Denise Marie McGathey of Crossville has been arrested in connection to a drug and stolen property case. DeKalb County Sheriff's Office investigators went to her home on County Road 370. InvestigatorsMore >>
Denise Marie McGathey of Crossville has been arrested in connection to a drug and stolen property case.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-06-19 23:16:30 GMT
A 29 year old Pell City woman was killed overnight by her brother. Police say 30 year old Brett Christopher Love killed his sister Lindsey Michelle Love around 3 AM Wednesday morning in the 100 blockMore >>
A brother suspected of killing his sister in Pell City has been taken into custody and charged with murder. More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:11:58 GMT
Anniston police have charged a 53-year-old man with robbery. Investigators say Sunday, police were notified of a robbery that occurred on Cobb Avenue. The victims told police the suspect entered the frontMore >>
Anniston police have charged a 53-year-old man with robbery.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:01:22 GMT
Bicycling always ranks in the top five most popular outdoor activities. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration surveys show almost half of Americans want more biking facilities in their communities.More >>
Anniston Mayor Vaughn Stewart says, he wants his city to be the bicycling capital of Alabama.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:33 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:33:04 GMT
One of the three bodies pulled from a submerged truck in Weiss Lake last week has been identified.Authorities positively identified one of the male victims as 41-year-old Bobby DeWayne Hyatt of Piedmont.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:01:02 GMT
Christopher Powell said he kept his cool as a train car crashed into his vehicle. "I think I seen it in time," said Powell. A train derailed in Talladega on Bemiston Ave. Four train cars tipped, spillingMore >>
Christopher Powell said he kept his cool as a train car crashed into his vehicle. "I think I seen it in time," said Powell. A train derailed in Talladega on Bemiston Ave. Four train cars tipped, spillingMore >>
Thailand's Buddhism body said it is monitoring monks nationwide for any inappropriate behavior after a video showed monks using luxurious personal items while flying on a private jet.More >>
Thailand's Buddhism body said it is monitoring monks nationwide for any inappropriate behavior after a video showed monks using luxurious personal items while flying on a private jet.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-06-20 03:53:36 GMT
Pitcher Matt Boyd was dominant as Oregon State eliminated Indiana, 1-0 at the College World Series. Boyd pitched a four-hit complete game shutout. It's the pitchers third shuout of the year and the firstMore >>
Pitcher Matt Boyd was dominant as Oregon State eliminated Indiana, 1-0 at the College World Series. Boyd pitched a four-hit complete game shutout. It's the pitchers third shuout of the year and the firstMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:01:40 GMT
Auburn basketball signed point guard Malcolm Canada, which fills a huge need for the program. Canada essentially replaces Jerome Seagears, who transferred to Auburn only to leave the program after lessMore >>
Auburn basketball signed point guard Malcolm Canada, which fills a huge need for the program. Canada essentially replaces Jerome Seagears, who transferred to Auburn only to leave the program after lessMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:56:02 GMT
Devonta Pollard is no longer part of the Crimson Tide basketball program, according to a CBSSports.com report. The sophomore forward was charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping earlier this month. PollardMore >>
Devonta Pollard is no longer part of the Crimson Tide basketball program, according to a CBSSports.com report. The sophomore forward was charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping earlier this month. More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:53:10 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Alabama athletic director Bill Battle isn't sure any football program has ever topped the Crimson Tide's current run of dominance. That includesMore >>
Alabama athletic director Bill Battle isn't sure any football program has ever topped the Crimson Tide's current run of dominance.More >>
Evangelist Franklin Graham prayed on a sidewalk outside the Pentagon Thursday after his invitation to a prayer service inside was withdrawn because of comments that insulted people of other religions. More>>
HBO and James Gandolfini's managers say the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos" has died in Italy.More >>
James Gandolfini, whose portrayal of a brutal, emotionally delicate crime boss in HBO's "The Sopranos" was the brilliant center of one of TV's greatest drama series and turned the mobster stereotype on its head, died...More >>
By The Associated Press James Gandolfini, who won three Emmy Awards for his indelible role as mob boss Tony Soprano in HBO's "The Sopranos," died while on vacation in Italy at age 51. While...More >>
By The Associated Press James Gandolfini, who won three Emmy Awards for his indelible role as mob boss Tony Soprano in HBO's "The Sopranos," died while on vacation in Italy at age 51. While Tony...More >>
Vince Flynn, a best-selling author of political thriller novels, has died at age 47 after a two-year battle with prostate cancer.More >>
Best-selling author Vince Flynn, who wrote the Mitch Rapp counterterrorism thriller series and sold more than 15 million books in the U.S. alone, died Wednesday in Minnesota after a more than two-year battle with prostate...More >>
By The Associated Press The death in Italy of James Gandolfini, who played Mafia boss Tony Soprano on the popular HBO show "The Sopranos," was part of an unusual convergence of mob-related news...More >>
By The Associated Press The death in Italy of James Gandolfini, who played Mafia boss Tony Soprano on the popular HBO show "The Sopranos," was part of an unusual convergence of mob-related news making...More >>
Celebrity cook Paula Deen says she has used racial slurs in the past but insists she and her brother, who are accused of racial and sexual discrimination in a lawsuit by a former manager of their restaurant,...More >>
Celebrity cook Paula Deen said while being questioned in a discrimination lawsuit that she has used racial slurs in the past but insisted she and her family do not tolerate prejudice.More >>
Former Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar is joining a star-studded country music concert planned to benefit victims of last month's deadly tornadoes in Oklahoma.More >>
Former Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar is joining a star-studded country music concert planned to benefit victims of last month's deadly tornadoes in Oklahoma.More >>
Sophia Loren wore green silk and sunglasses for her date with the taxman, Luciano Pavarotti a suit and sneakers. Diego Maradona gave up his diamond stud earring to pay off a tax debt.More >>
Sophia Loren wore green silk and sunglasses for her date with the taxman, Luciano Pavarotti a suit and sneakers. Diego Maradona gave up his diamond stud earring to pay off a tax debt.More >>