Jefferson County may be dealing with the nation's largest municipal bankruptcy filing, a federal hiring order, and a limited budget. But the commission president says that's not what's holding the county back. He and others believe the issue is racial mistrust.
Birmingham Superintendent Craig Witherspoon and Jefferson County Superintendent Stephen Nowlin say they would rather not have a single school on this list
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:02 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:02:46 GMT
Birmingham City Councilman Johnathan Austin says there's no excuse. "It's just ridiculous," he said. He can't believe what one city business has been allegedly doing right under council's nose. "AllegationsMore >>
Birmingham City Council has revoked the business license for Bali Spa.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:59 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:59:10 GMT
Birmingham City Council President, Roderick Royal, says he has a problem with the ongoing tornado aftermath cleanup in Pratt City. Royal says vacant lots continue to be ignored and the city has to doMore >>
Royal wants better cleanup in Pratt City, Bell calls for $2.5 million to help pay for it.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:23 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:23:52 GMT
The Alabama Department of Public Safety has issued a missing child alert for a 2-month-old baby. Investigators say De'Anthony Dejuan Kelly was taken by Dor'Sayde Gathright early Monday Morning. GathrightMore >>
The Alabama Department of Public Safety has issued a missing child alert for a 10-month-old baby. Investigators say De'Anthony Dejuan Kelly was taken by Dor'Sayde Gathright early Monday Morning.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:00:58 GMT
Birmingham City Schools says the list of failing schools released by the Alabama State Department of Education doesn't provide the "whole story" as to why 11 of the city's schools were placed on the list.InMore >>
Birmingham City Schools says the list of failing schools released by the Alabama State Department of Education doesn't provide the "whole story" as to why 11 of the city's schools were placed on the list.InMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:47:55 GMT
Alabama's Department of Revenue says the state's new private school tax credits do not apply to students who are already in private schools, even though they are zoned for a failing public school. TheMore >>
Alabama's Department of Revenue says the state's new private school tax credits do not apply to students who are already in private schools, even though they are zoned for a failing public school.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 >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:46:06 GMT
Following the recent announcement that Linda Nolen Learning Center in Alabaster was considered to be a failing school, Shelby County spokeswoman Cindy Warner released a statement Tuesday addressing theMore >>
Shelby County spokeswoman Cindy Warner released a statement Tuesday addressing the low performance at the special needs school.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:27 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:27:35 GMT
The head of the National Security Agency is telling Congress that the government's sweeping surveillance programs have foiled some 50 terrorist plots around the world. Army Gen. Keith Alexander tells theMore >>
According to the director of the NSA, the two programs used to gather information using phone records have foiled 50 terrorist plots.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:57 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:57:07 GMT
Many Alabama state employees are going to get their first raises in five years. Governor Robert Bentley says he plans to reinstate merit raises starting January 1st. State employees got their last meritMore >>
Many Alabama state employees are going to get their first raises in five years.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:31 AM EDT2013-06-18 04:31:49 GMT
People packed a small room at Clay City Hall where many voiced strong opposition to the city's new vicious dog ordinance. The ordinance places a ban on pit bulls and pit bull mixes. Dog owners say theyMore >>
People packed a small room at Clay City Hall where many voiced strong opposition to the city's new vicious dog ordinance. The ordinance places a ban on pit bulls and pit bull mixes. Dog owners say theyMore >>
Monday, June 17 2013 10:01 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:01:26 GMT
Cities around Central Alabama are looking to break away from county school systems. Alabaster was one of the first. Monday night, Pelham and Northport are taking steps toward offering home-grown education. TheMore >>
Cities around Central Alabama are looking to break away from county school systems. Alabaster was one of the first. Monday night, Pelham and Northport are taking steps toward offering home-grown education. TheMore >>
Monday, June 17 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:17:23 GMT
The National Civic League recognized Birmingham for the strides that it has made over the past 50 years. Birmingham has been named an All-America City.To be considered, cities were required to list threeMore >>
The National Civic League recognized Birmingham for the strides that it has made over the past 50 years.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 5:23 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:23:54 GMT
Another Birmingham business is facing the chopping block as city council members prepare to take action. Last week, Club Rave had its business license revoked. That could become the same fate for BaliMore >>
The Birmingham City Council is set to consider the possible revocation of the business license for Bali Spa during a hearing on Tuesday June, 18th.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 5:19 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:19:51 GMT
Seven years ago, a school crossing guard was killed on the job. Federal money was approved for safer routes to Chalkville Elementary School. But a glitch may have killed the sidewalk project."I pray everydayMore >>
Seven years ago, a school crossing guard was killed on the job. Federal money was approved for safer routes to Chalkville Elementary School. But a glitch may have killed the sidewalk project.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 4:21 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:21:14 GMT
BIRMINGHAM - AL - For the first time in more than four decades, the city of Birmingham was named an "All-America City" by the National Civic League. Below is information from when the Magic City wasMore >>
For the first time in more than four decades, the city of Birmingham was named an "All-America City" by the National Civic League.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 2:11 PM EDT2013-06-17 18:11:52 GMT
An ATV accident claimed the life of a Hoover teenager Sunday afternoon. 14-year-old Steven Max Herring was killed after riding the ATV in the 2400 block of Cahaba River Estates in Hoover. The ATV ranMore >>
An ATV accident claimed the life of a Hoover teenager Sunday afternoon.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 1:54 PM EDT2013-06-17 17:54:18 GMT
Local children will have an opportunity to send a message and try to break a world record Tuesday. The world's largest swim lesson will take place at two locations: The Hoover Recreation Center and SplashMore >>
Local children will have an opportunity to send a message and try to break a world record Tuesday.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 9:48 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:48:19 GMT
Birmingham homicide investigators are searching for clues in an overnight shooting.According to a news release, one person was shot and killed in front of Park Manor Apartment complex on Tuscaloosa AvenueMore >>
Man shot and killed at Birmingham apartment.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 10:33 PM EDT2013-06-17 02:33:36 GMT
It's a problem some Birmingham residents say is getting worse! Trash and overgrown brush, a nuisance in a community already scarred by the 2011 tornadoes. "Our whole block was leveled. We were one ofMore >>
It's a problem some Birmingham residents say is getting worse! Trash and overgrown brush, a nuisance in a community already scarred by the 2011 tornadoes. "Our whole block was leveled. We were one ofMore >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-06-16 20:17:07 GMT
Restaurant owner, George Sarris, received a call that The Fish Market was on fire while he was having lunch with his family for father's day. Luckily, the restaurant was closed when the fire started.More >>
An unexplained fire catches the attention of the owner. The popular restaurant caught fire Sunday afternoon. More >>
Saturday, June 15 2013 10:37 PM EDT2013-06-16 02:37:23 GMT
One of the most talked-about names in football is in the Magic City. Tim Tebow is speaking to a crowd at the BJCC as a part of a men's ministry conference. Over 7,000 men are packed inside the arena forMore >>
Tim Tebow is speaking to a crowd at the BJCC as a part of a men's ministry conference.More >>
Saturday, June 15 2013 10:32 PM EDT2013-06-16 02:32:45 GMT
Some Southwest Birmingham residents and other concerned citizens are hoping to derail CSX Transportation's plans to add an elevated rail line through a 12 mile stretch. The group, Citizens for BetterMore >>
Some Southwest Birmingham residents and other concerned citizens are hoping to derail CSX Transportation's plans to add an elevated rail line through a 12-mile stretch. More >>
Saturday, June 15 2013 8:24 PM EDT2013-06-16 00:24:26 GMT
The Governor's office has pledged a $5,000 reward for the arrest and conviction for the person responsible for a 2012 homicide. That's in addition to a Crime Stoppers reward. Birmingham Police Chief A.C.More >>
The Governor's office has pledged a $5,000 reward for the arrest and conviction for the person responsible for a 2012 homicide. That's in addition to a Crime Stoppers reward. More >>
Saturday, June 15 2013 7:30 PM EDT2013-06-15 23:30:37 GMT
Boys and young men gathered today in the Magic city to hear stories of encouragement from community leaders. The group is called "Man of the House" mentoring program. It's for young men raised in a singleMore >>
A group of 100 young men came from Memphis to Birmingham to learn life skills and Civil Rights history. More >>
Saturday, June 15 2013 5:34 PM EDT2013-06-15 21:34:23 GMT
Police in Columbus, Georgia say an Alabaster teen found dead in Columbus might have been dead for two or three days before his body was discovered. 17-year-old Steven Bradley Foster was found dead inMore >>
Police in Columbus, Georgia are ruling an Alabaster teen's death as "suspicious."More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-06-15 03:40:34 GMT
Love may be more powerful than any medicine or treatment. Do you remember the song by Huey Lewis and the News... The Power of Love! Recently I have covered two families: one picking up the pieces inMore >>
Love may be more powerful than any medicine or treatment. Do you remember the song by Huey Lewis and the News... The Power of Love! Recently I have covered two families: one picking up the pieces inMore >>
Friday, June 14 2013 10:42 PM EDT2013-06-15 02:42:08 GMT
A day care in Fairfield is in the hotseat Friday after police stopped a van carrying way too many children.According to Fairfield Police Chief Leon Davis, officers discovered 28 children, many of whomMore >>
A day care in Fairfield is in the hotseat Friday after police stopped a van carrying way too many children.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:28:44 GMT
Talladega County investigators have announced the arrests of two teenagers in the murder of Cameron McGlothan. Investigators have charged 19-year-old Justin Hamilton from Chelsea and 18-year-old DemarcusMore >>
Talladega County investigators have announced the arrests of two teenagers in the murder of Cameron McGlothan.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:47:28 GMT
80-year-old Louis Farrakhan came to Alabama, Friday, with a message. "You love the country, then fight for justice!," Farrakhan said. Some people consider Farrakhan to be a historic figure in the fightMore >>
80-year-old Louis Farrakhan visited Birmingham and Shelby County, Friday.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 5:10 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:10:45 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The U.S. Attorney's Office has asked a federal judge to dismiss one of 10 defendants from a drug-trafficking conspiracy indictment returned in April and unsealed in May followingMore >>
The U.S. Attorney's Office has asked a federal judge to dismiss one of 10 defendants from a drug-trafficking conspiracy indictment returned in April and unsealed in May following the arrests of all the defendants.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 12:43 PM EDT2013-06-14 16:43:00 GMT
The Birmingham Police Department has released the identities of seven people arrested and charged in connection with a narcotics operation. The operation was conducted Tuesday, June 11, 2013, when narcoticsMore >>
The Birmingham Police Department has released the identities of seven people arrested and charged in connection with a narcotics operation.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-06-14 16:20:24 GMT
The lack of a nearby fire station is costing some people thousands on their insurance and some neighbors have simply decided to move out but help may be on the way. The Legacy Springs and Lakewood PreserveMore >>
The lack of a nearby fire station is costing some people thousands on their insurance.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 3:21 AM EDT2013-06-14 07:21:25 GMT
Former Birmingham Police Department officer Curtis Thornton has been found guilty of arson, the jury announced in Jefferson County Circuit Court Thursday afternoon after deliberating for around two hours.ThorntonMore >>
Former Birmingham Police Department officer Curtis Thornton has been found guilty of arson, a jury announced in Jefferson County Circuit Court Thursday afternoon after deliberating for around two hours.ThorntonMore >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-06-14 03:22:20 GMT
Birmingham Fire and Rescue were called to a well-involved house fire in a neighborhood off of Greensprings Highway Thursday night.Birmingham police officers and firefighters responded to the location atMore >>
Birmingham Fire and Rescue were called to a well-involved house fire in a neighborhood off of Greensprings Highway Thursday night.Birmingham police officers and firefighters responded to the location atMore >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-06-14 02:24:07 GMT
Fortunately for the majority of Central Alabama, the storms moving southward through the state Thursday night didn't pose a any real threat to the ABC 33/40 viewing area. Heavy rain accompanied by lightningMore >>
Fortunately for the majority of Central Alabama, the storms moving southward through the state Thursday night didn't pose a any real threat to the ABC 33/40 viewing area.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 5:48 AM EDT2013-06-13 09:48:18 GMT
An Alabama-based company has issued a recall for about 1,800 pounds of beef jerky. Hickory Hollow Jerky is produced in Eufaula. Some of the company's jerky is under recall for reportedly being misbrandedMore >>
An Alabama-based company has issued a recall for about 1,800 pounds of beef jerky. Hickory Hollow Jerky is produced in Eufaula. Some of the company's jerky is under recall for reportedly being misbranded and not including information about an allergen. The products contain Worcestershire sauce and anchovy paste. Officials say fish is a known allergen and should be listed on the product's labels.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 12:02 PM EDT2013-06-12 16:02:46 GMT
Regions Bank is hiring for 50 plus positions in technology areas. The bank will host a job fair Saturday at Regions Operations Center. A company spokesperson says the bank is specifically hiring for technologyMore >>
Regions Bank is hiring for 50 plus positions in technology areas.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:01 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:01:39 GMT
A community is outraged over weekend road blocks in St. Clair county. A research firm was collecting DNA samples as part of a National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration funded study aimed at reducingMore >>
There is outrage over weekend road blocks in St. Clair county. A research firm was collecting DNA samples as part of a National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration funded study aimed at reducing impaired driving.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:45 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:45:25 GMT
Local children are trying to make a big splash Tuesday. They're aiming to swim all the way to a new world record. Dozens of children took part in what's called "The World's-largest Swimming Lesson." AttemptsMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:48 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:48:33 GMT
LSU baseball's stay in Omaha was brief.The Tigers dropped an elimination game to North Carolina, 4-2 and is out of the College World Series tournament after dropping it's first two games.It was LSU's firstMore >>
LSU dropped an elimination game to North Carolina, 4-2, eliminating the Tigers from the 2013 College World Series. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:39:34 GMT
Jefferson County may be dealing with the nation's largest municipal bankruptcy filing, a federal hiring order, and a limited budget. But the commission president says that's not what's holding the countyMore >>
Jefferson County may be dealing with the nation's largest municipal bankruptcy filing, a federal hiring order, and a limited budget. But the commission president says that's not what's holding the county back. He and others believe the issue is racial mistrust.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:20:25 GMT
Birmingham Superintendent Craig Witherspoon and Jefferson County Superintendent Stephen Nowlin say they would rather not have a single school on this list. But they are looking at the glass half full.More >>
Birmingham Superintendent Craig Witherspoon and Jefferson County Superintendent Stephen Nowlin say they would rather not have a single school on this listMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:17 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:17:32 GMT
Birmingham City Council President, Roderick Royal, says he has a problem with how Mayor William Bell handled the recent All-America City award. The award was given to the city by the National Civic League.More >>
Birmingham Council President, Roderick Royal, says city council had no hand in All-America Award.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:02 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:02:46 GMT
Birmingham City Councilman Johnathan Austin says there's no excuse. "It's just ridiculous," he said. He can't believe what one city business has been allegedly doing right under council's nose. "AllegationsMore >>
Birmingham City Council has revoked the business license for Bali Spa.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:59 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:59:47 GMT
A desperate search is underway for a 10-month-old baby taken from his Birmingham home. Investigators believe 14 year old Dor'Sayde Gathright abducted De'Anthony Kelly early Monday morning from his home. It'sMore >>
A desperate search is underway for a 10-month-old baby taken from his Birmingham home.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:59 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:59:10 GMT
Birmingham City Council President, Roderick Royal, says he has a problem with the ongoing tornado aftermath cleanup in Pratt City. Royal says vacant lots continue to be ignored and the city has to doMore >>
Royal wants better cleanup in Pratt City, Bell calls for $2.5 million to help pay for it.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:58 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:58:13 GMT
Mark Barron will reportedly give up his football number '24' for $50,000.That is the price that new Tampa Bay defensive back Darrelle Revis offered to pay if the former Alabama star agreed to swap jerseyMore >>
Mark Barron will reportedly give up his football number '24' for $50,000.That is the price that new Tampa Bay defensive back Darrelle Revis offered to pay if the former Alabama star agreed to swap jerseyMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:44:14 GMT
A train derailment in Talladega has blocked the entrances and exits to two neighborhoods south of the city.According to Talladega police, four to five rail cars derailed shortly after 3 p.m. near BemisonMore >>
A train derailment in Talladega has blocked the entrances and exits to two neighborhoods south of the city.More >>
Construction on the U.S. 378 bridge linking McCormick with Lincolnton, Ga., is on hold while officials study cracks along the foundation of the structure at the bottom of Lake Thurmond.More >>
Construction on the U.S. 378 bridge linking McCormick with Lincolnton, Ga., is on hold while officials study cracks along the foundation of the structure at the bottom of Lake Thurmond.More >>
Alabama's new private school tax credits don't apply to students who are already in private schools, even though they are zoned for a failing public school. That's the ruling from the state Department of Revenue....More >>
Scientists in Michigan and Louisiana are predicting a big summer "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico. In the Chesapeake Bay, a smaller than average dead zone is expected.More >>
Scientists in Michigan and Louisiana are predicting a big summer "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico. In the Chesapeake Bay, a smaller than average dead zone is expected.More >>
