Friday, September 28 2012 6:00 PM EDT2012-09-28 22:00:01 GMT
"They have to pay for what they did," Tamara Morrell said. Morrell is speaking to the men accused of murdering her son, 34-year-old Ajamu Coles. "They've not only murdered my son and ruined my life,"More >>
Brighton Police have arrested two men in connection with Tuesday's murder, but they still need your help.More >>
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Arrests have been made in a deadly shooting in the Brighton community. During a news conference Friday afternoon, police say they arrested and charged two suspects. A third suspect is still on the loose. None of the suspects' names are released at this time. The arrests stem after a deadly shooting Tuesday at the Brighton Grocery and Package on Huntsville Avenue. Ajamu Coles was selling items outside the store, when two men got into an argument. He was apparently trying to settle the dispute when he was shot.
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 3:52 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:52:04 GMT
Alabama's Department of Revenue says the state'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. TheMore >>
Revenue department clarifies eligibility for school tax credits.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 9:15 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:15:52 GMT
Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch meticulously planned his own funeral. He didn't plan for this error. Years after his death, it has been discovered that his tombstone has the wrong birth date. A televisionMore >>
It has been discovered that the headstone on former New York City Mayor, Ed Koch's grave has the wrong birth date. According to the engraver, it was an inadvertent error. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:13 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:13:56 GMT
Birmingham City Council, Tuesday, passed a resolution asking that a controversial billboard be taken down. Council members are asking the owner of the "Sugar Daddy" billboard near the Birmingham-ShuttlesworthMore >>
Birmingham City Council wants "Sugar Daddy" billboard removed.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:11 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:11:06 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 10:59 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:59:17 GMT
A packed house in Irondale Tuesday night as the council voted on banning bicycles on part of one city road. The motion failed tonight 3 to 2. The ordinance would have prohibited people riding bikes onMore >>
A packed house in Irondale Tuesday night as the council voted on banning bicycles on part of one city road. The motion failed tonight 3 to 2. 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 7:17 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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 2:48 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:48:49 GMT
There are less smokers these days. A new study indicates the number of American adults who smoke fell to 18 percent in 2011. The latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey involvedMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:53 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:53:02 GMT
An Attalla man has been arrested and charged with giving false identification to law enforcement officers. According to Sheriff Todd Entrekin, 38-year-old Allen Lee Deal was arrested after giving a sheriff'sMore >>
An Attalla man has been arrested and charged with giving false identification to law enforcement officers.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 2:48 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:48:49 GMT
There are less smokers these days. A new study indicates the number of American adults who smoke fell to 18 percent in 2011. The latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey involvedMore >>
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 >>
Monday, June 17 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-06-17 23:27:20 GMT
A new study suggests bullying between siblings may be a source of depression and anxiety, for some children. Researchers at the University of New Hampshire surveyed 3,600 American children. TheyMore >>
A new study suggests bullying between siblings may be a source of depression and anxiety, for some children.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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
A Portland, Ore., man whose cat had been missing since last year will soon be reunited with the well-traveled feline, courtesy of the transient who's been caring for her more than nine months.More >>
A well-traveled cat named "Mata Hairi" will soon be reunited with her owner after spending nearly 10 months traveling thousands of miles with a hitchhiker who rescued her from the rain.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>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:53 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:53:40 GMT
MIAMI (AP) — LeBron James led a title-saving charge, and now his crown will be on the line one more time in Game 7. James powered Miami to a frantic fourth-quarter rally and overtime escape as the HeatMore >>
LeBron James led a title-saving charge, and now his crown will be on the line one more time in Game 7.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:48 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:48:35 GMT
MIAMI (AP) — For years, Ray Allen's routine has not changed. Show up for work hours earlier than just about everyone else, go onto the court and take hundreds of jump shots. It paid off for him on Tuesday. AndMore >>
For years, Ray Allen's routine has not changed. Show up for work hours earlier than just about everyone else, go onto the court and take hundreds of jump shots. It paid off for him on Tuesday.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:44 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:44:40 GMT
MIAMI (AP) — Tim Duncan was delivering a vintage performance, and the San Antonio Spurs were streaking to the franchise's fifth championship. Then the 37-year-old forward ran out of gas, and the SpursMore >>
Tim Duncan was delivering a vintage performance, and the San Antonio Spurs were streaking to the franchise's fifth championship.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:11 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:11:08 GMT
Jozy Altidore scored in the 73 minute and USA soccer edged Honduras 1-0 in a World Cup qualifying game at Rio Tinto Stadium in Utah.It's Altidore's fourth straight international match with a goal.USA leadsMore >>
Jozy Altidore scored in the 73 minute and USA soccer edged Honduras 1-0 in a World Cup qualifying game at Rio Tinto Stadium in Utah.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 >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:13 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:13:56 GMT
Birmingham City Council, Tuesday, passed a resolution asking that a controversial billboard be taken down. Council members are asking the owner of the "Sugar Daddy" billboard near the Birmingham-ShuttlesworthMore >>
Birmingham City Council wants "Sugar Daddy" billboard removed.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:11 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:11:06 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 10:59 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:59:17 GMT
A packed house in Irondale Tuesday night as the council voted on banning bicycles on part of one city road. The motion failed tonight 3 to 2. The ordinance would have prohibited people riding bikes onMore >>
A packed house in Irondale Tuesday night as the council voted on banning bicycles on part of one city road. The motion failed tonight 3 to 2. More >>
