The St. Clair County Emergency Management Agency has released a list of flooded roads and structures due to heavy rains overnight and Saturday morning.
Sheriff Todd Entrekin, District Attorney Jimmie Harp and the Etowah Co. Department of Human Resources plan to hold a news conference Monday to discuss "a disturbing tragedy is occurring weekly in Etowah County."
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:12 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:12:43 GMT
Teams of volunteers will spend their Saturday making a different at local schools and neighborhood. "Bridging communities builds better neighborhoods," said Sheila Freeman, event coordinator for ImpactMore >>
Teams of volunteers will spend their Saturday making a different at local schools and neighborhood.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:18 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:18:11 GMT
Michael O'Dell, the district attorney for the 9th Judicial Court of Alabama, released a statement Tuesday regarding the arrest of one of his investigators for drunken driving over the weekend.Fort PayneMore >>
Michael O'Dell, the district attorney for the 9th Judicial Court of Alabama, released a statement Tuesday regarding the arrest of one of his investigators for drunken driving over the weekend.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 10:11 PM EDT2013-05-13 02:11:19 GMT
An East Alabama soup kitchen that outgrew its facility is breaking ground on a new one. The Anniston Soup Bowl will hold a ceremony Monday at its new site. Over the last year, the Anniston Soup Bowl hasMore >>
An East Alabama soup kitchen that outgrew its facility is breaking ground on a new one. The Anniston Soup Bowl will hold a ceremony Monday at its new site.More >>
Saturday, May 11 2013 3:57 PM EDT2013-05-11 19:57:32 GMT
An investigator for the district attorney in the Ninth Judicial Court was arrested Saturday morning, charged with drunken driving.Fort Payne police arrested Gary Williams following a traffic stop at aroundMore >>
An investigator for the district attorney in the Ninth Judicial Court was arrested Saturday morning, charged with drunken driving.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-05-10 15:37:26 GMT
Parents with children already in private school will have to wait to find out if they will qualify for Alabama's new private school tax credits. The Alabama Legislature decided not to address the issueMore >>
Parents with children already in private school will have to wait to find out if they will qualify for Alabama's new private school tax credits.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:39 PM EDT2013-05-10 03:39:01 GMT
The Oxford Police Department has charged a man with capital murder for the death of a 2-year-old boy in Talladega County May 4.Bryan Butts, of Oxford, was arrested shortly after 4 p.m. for the death ofMore >>
The Oxford Police Department has charged a man with capital murder for the death of a 2-year-old boy in Talladega County May 4.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 10:59 PM EDT2013-05-10 02:59:42 GMT
The search continues for Nicholas Bower, the Georgia man who went missing last weekend while camping at Talladega Superspeedway. Although the family has been without their loved one for several days now,More >>
The search continues for Nicholas Bower, the Georgia man who went missing last weekend while camping at Talladega Superspeedway.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-05-09 20:53:25 GMT
A Springville man was arrested Thursday and charged with 18 counts of child pornography, the Blount County District Attorney reports.Jeremiah Christian King, 32, was arrested by the Alabama Bureau of InvestigationsMore >>
A Springville man was arrested Thursday and charged with 18 counts of child pornography, the Blount County District Attorney reports.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 10:43 PM EDT2013-05-09 02:43:53 GMT
A search is underway for a missing 28 year old man from Georgia who disappeared at the Talladega Superspeedway over the weekend. ABC 33/40 spoke with his family who traveled from Indiana to search forMore >>
A search is underway for a missing 28-year-old man from Georgia who disappeared at the Talladega Superspeedway over the weekend.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 6:39 PM EDT2013-05-08 22:39:53 GMT
For families of missing loved ones in Alabama, the news out of Ohio that three women reported missing approximately a decade ago were found Monday only reaffirms their hope that they, too, could see theirMore >>
For families of missing loved ones in Alabama, the news out of Ohio that three women reported missing approximately a decade ago were found Monday only reaffirms their hope that they, too, could see their loved ones again.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 6:12 PM EDT2013-05-08 22:12:12 GMT
The Talladega County Sheriff's Office is holding a news conference at 2:30 p.m. regarding the missing Georgia man.Nicholas Bower, 27, of Villa Rica, Ga., has been missing since 11 p.m. Saturday night andMore >>
The Talladega County Sheriff's Office is holding a news conference at 2:30 p.m. regarding the missing 27-year-old man from Georgia.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:09 PM EDT2013-05-08 03:09:13 GMT
Thomas Sullivan is home with his family resting and trying his best to fight an aggressive brain cancer that has taken a toll on his young body. "It's a totally natural thing to want to fight tillMore >>
Thomas Sullivan is home with his family resting and trying his best to fight an aggressive brain cancer that has taken a toll on his young body.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:38:11 GMT
One student riding on an Oxford school bus was injured Tuesday after a vehicle struck the bus on Highway 78 near Barry Street.The driver of the vehicle was also injured in the accident that happened aroundMore >>
One student riding on an Oxford school bus was injured Tuesday after a vehicle struck the bus on Highway 78 near Barry Street.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:07 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:07:17 GMT
A search is underway for a missing 27-year-old Georgia man who was last seen camping at Talladega Superspeedway over the weekend.Nicholas Bower, of Villa Rica, Ga., and an employee of FASTENAL in Atlanta,More >>
A search is underway for a missing 27-year-old Georgia man who was last seen camping at Talladega Superspeedway over the weekend.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 12:44 PM EDT2013-05-07 16:44:38 GMT
Neighbors say they don't object to a woman being released on bond as she awaits trial in the death of her granddaughter, who prosecutors say was run to death. Six neighbors of Joyce Garrard testifiedMore >>
An Alabama judge refused to set bond for Joyce Garrard as she awaits trial in the death of her granddaughter, Savannah Hardin, who prosecutors say was run to death.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 4:13 AM EDT2013-05-07 08:13:33 GMT
The Etowah County Sheriff's Office will offer a citizen's firearms safety course Tuesday.The course is offered free to the public and will be held at the Joe Ford Center on the campus of Gadsden StateMore >>
The Etowah County Sheriff's Office will offer a citizen's firearms safety course Tuesday.More >>
Saturday, May 4 2013 11:07 PM EDT2013-05-05 03:07:20 GMT
By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN and BOB SEAVEYAssociated Press PHOENIX (AP) - Alone in the single-seat cockpit and high above the American Southwest, pilot Bertrand Piccard could hear only his plane's gear boxMore >>
Alone in the single-seat cockpit and high above the American Southwest, pilot Bertrand Piccard could hear only his plane's gear box and the quiet whine of four electric motors. No noisy jet engines.More >>
Saturday, May 4 2013 5:33 PM EDT2013-05-04 21:33:13 GMT
By JENNA FRYERAP Auto Racing Writer TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) - Steady rain Saturday washed out qualifying at Talladega Superspeedway, where the field was set by practice speeds. It put Carl Edwards on theMore >>
Steady rain Saturday washed out qualifying at Talladega Superspeedway, where the field was set by practice speeds. It put Carl Edwards on the pole for Sunday's race, followed by Martin Truex Jr. and Marcos Ambrose.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 9:19 PM EDT2013-05-04 01:19:26 GMT
The death of a 2-year-old is being investigated by the district attorney's office in Talladega County Friday.Emergency Management Services were called to a home on Pecanwood Drive in Oxford this morningMore >>
The death of a 2-year-old is being investigated by the district attorney's office in Talladega County Friday. More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-03 23:32:28 GMT
More than 100,000 fans are expected at the Talladega Superspeedway this weekend. Although officials said attendance has dropped over the years, the number of camping fans has risen. "I call it my vacation,"More >>
More than 100,000 fans are expected at the Talladega Superspeedway this weekend.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-05-03 21:35:38 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) - Danica Patrick knows the importance of having the right equipment and aiming for the openings, however slender. Patrick scored on her first try duringMore >>
Danica Patrick knows the importance of having the right equipment and aiming for the openings, however slender.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 2:42 PM EDT2013-05-03 18:42:25 GMT
Fernando Alanis and Osblando Alanis, both of Boaz were arrested and charged with Drug Trafficking and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia after a search warrant was executed at a residence on CountyMore >>
Deputies with DeKalb County Sheriff's Office have arrested three Marshal County men on drug related charges.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 4:21 PM EDT2013-05-02 20:21:00 GMT
An Attala man has been arrested and charged with receiving stolen property. James Taylor Wilder, 30, was arrested Thursday, April 25 and charged with two counts of second degree receiving stolen property,More >>
An Attala man has been arrested and charged with receiving stolen property.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-05-01 20:33:15 GMT
ETOWAH COUNTY, Ala. -- An Altoona woman has been arrested and charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling, according to Etowah County Sheriff Todd Entrekin. "Megan Meshelle Fulenwider, 29, was arrestedMore >>
An Altoona woman has been arrested and charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling, according to Etowah County Sheriff Todd Entrekin.More >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 11:35 AM EDT2013-04-30 15:35:41 GMT
Industry experts say Alabama needs more nurses and truck drivers amid shortages in those occupations due to higher demand and a lack of skilled workers. State labor officials say registered nursing wasMore >>
Industry experts say Alabama needs more nurses and truck drivers amid shortages in those occupations due to higher demand and a lack of skilled workers.More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 4:08 PM EDT2013-04-29 20:08:51 GMT
The U.S. Supreme Court today Monday refused to review Alabama's controversial immigration crackdown law. That means last year's ruling against Alabama by a federal appeals court will stand, and,More >>
The U.S. Supreme Court today Monday refused to review Alabama's controversial immigration crackdown law.More >>
Sunday, April 28 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-04-28 22:54:55 GMT
Right now, people are partying for the Pitman Theater in downtown Gadsden. A free concert is underway at the theater to raise money for the historic landmark. Pitman Theater needs money for acousticMore >>
Right now, people are partying for the Pitman Theater in downtown Gadsden. A free concert is underway at the theater to raise money for the historic landmark.More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 1:18 PM EDT2013-04-26 17:18:50 GMT
A week after the nation celebrated Earth Day, local rivers are getting some special attention. Renew Our Rivers begins Monday, April 29. Today, the Etowah County Sheriff's Office announced joining theMore >>
A week after the nation celebrated Earth Day, local rivers are getting some special attention. Renew Our Rivers begins Monday, April 29. The Etowah County Sheriff's Office announced joining the efforts. More than 35 inmates will spend the week picking up trash and removing debris from the river banks of the Coosa River.More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 11:49 AM EDT2013-04-26 15:49:56 GMT
It took some major tweaking, but, it appears all parties are onboard with a "compromise" version of SB 286- a bill designed to keep Alabama's second amendment rights among the strongest in the nation. TheMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:33 AM EDT2013-05-20 08:33:47 GMT
(AP) A restaurant from Eufaula has won Alabama's BBQ Sauce-Off Championship. A panel of judges picked Phil's BBQ as the best sauce during a tasting Saturday in Birmingham. Phil's was one of four regionalMore >>
A winner has been named for Alabama's Best BBQ Sauce Contest.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:41 AM EDT2013-05-20 04:41:10 GMT
A wounded military veteran from Jacksonville has a new life to look forward to thanks to the community and some supportive foundations. Sunday night, The Gary Sinise Foundation along with community partnersMore >>
A wounded military veteran from Jacksonville has a new life to look forward to thanks to the community and some supportive foundations. Sunday night, The Gary Sinise Foundation along with community partnersMore >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:03:20 GMT
After years of discussions and some criticism, work is finally underway on the multi-million dollar Highway 280 project. The work began Sunday night. Within an hour of getting underway, crews had an eastboundMore >>
After years of discussions and some criticism, work is finally underway on the multi-million dollar Highway 280 project. Work will be done between Hollywood Boulevard and Hugh Daniel Drive over the next six months.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:50:36 GMT
Part of East Alabama remains under a flood warning. The National Weather Service has one issued until further notice for the Coosa River at Logan Martin dam. Roads, houses and cars were submerged by theMore >>
Part of East Alabama remains under a flood warning. The National Weather Service has one issued until further notice for the Coosa River at Logan Martin damMore >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-19 20:17:18 GMT
Birmingham State Troopers have closed Interstate 59 Southbound at MM 146 due to an accident. The single car accident happened around 3 p.m. Sunday. Lifesaver was called to the accident. The patientsMore >>
Birmingham State Troopers have closed Interstate 59 Southbound at MM 146 due to an accident.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 2:50 PM EDT2013-05-19 18:50:56 GMT
In 2008, a Birmingham man was shot and killed, and the case has gone cold. Police continue to search for justice in the death of Michael Kissi, and Birmingham Police Chief A.C. Roper is asking for yourMore >>
In 2008, a Birmingham man was shot and killed, and the case has gone cold. Police continue to search for justice in the death of Michael Kissi, and Birmingham Police Chief A.C. Roper is asking for your help.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 2:07 PM EDT2013-05-19 18:07:48 GMT
Birmingham Police are searching for the suspect involved in a shooting happened in the Green Acres community of Ensley.Birmingham Police say one man was shot around 11:20 AM Sunday in the 61-hundred blockMore >>
Birmingham Police are searching for the suspect involved in a shooting that happened in the Green Acres community of Ensley.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 2:06 PM EDT2013-05-19 18:06:33 GMT
Birmingham, AL - Birmingham Police are still investigating a shooting that happened outside a nightclub early Sunday morning. The incident happened near CC Night Club in the 1200-block of Bessemer RoadMore >>
Birmingham Police are still investigating a shooting that happened outside a nightclub early Sunday morning.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:47 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:47:15 GMT
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Lottery officials have announced winning numbers in a near-historic Powerball jackpot. The numbers drawn Saturday are: 22, 10, 13, 14, 52 and a Powerball of 11. Officials estimateMore >>
Lottery officials have announced winning numbers in a near-historic Powerball jackpot.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:46 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:46:48 GMT
Music played for the second straight Saturday night at Gip's Place in Bessemer. The city attorney says Henry "Gip" Gipson can continue having his back yard juke joint as long as rules are followed, orMore >>
Music played for the second straight Saturday night at Gip's Place in Bessemer. The city attorney says Henry "Gip" Gipson can continue having his back yard juke joint as long as rules are followed, orMore >>
The final day of the Alabama Legislature's 2013 session convenes at 9 a.m. today. Both chambers must decide whether to accept or reject the governor's proposal to delay tax credits for private school attendance for...More >>
Motorist traveling along Interstate 65 between Baldwin County and Montgomery on Wednesday afternoon will see plenty of state troopers, National Guard personnel and state Transportation Department workers.More >>
Motorist traveling along Interstate 65 between Baldwin County and Montgomery on Wednesday afternoon will see plenty of state troopers, National Guard personnel and state Transportation Department workers.More >>
Jennifer Johnson won the Mobile Bay LPGA Classic on Sunday for her first tour title, birdieing four of the final six holes for a one-stroke victory over Jessica Korda and Pornanong Phatlum. The 21-year-old American closed...More >>
