Thursday, October 18 2012 12:25 PM EDT2012-10-18 16:25:14 GMT
Cooper Green Mercy Hospital supporters are now turning to God for help. Thursday, a local pastor joined the fight to save in-patient care at the hospital. Supporters' cries for assistance have now turnedMore >>
Cooper Green Mercy Hospital supporters are now turning to God for help. Thursday, a local pastor joined the fight to save in-patient care at the hospital.More >>
Thursday, October 11 2012 7:42 PM EDT2012-10-11 23:42:03 GMT
Jefferson County is working on a new model for Cooper Green Mercy Hospital. But hospital supporters don't want to wait. Representative John Rogers of Birmingham unveiled his own plan to sell the hospitalMore >>
Jefferson County is working on a new model for Cooper Green Mercy Hospital. But hospital supporters don't want to wait.More >>
Monday, October 8 2012 10:15 PM EDT2012-10-09 02:15:20 GMT
A national name, Reverend Al Sharpton, plans to inject himself into a local issue. Sharpton is coming to Birmingham for a rally to save inpatient care at Cooper Green Mercy Hospital. However, it was GovernorMore >>
A national name, Reverend Al Sharpton, plans to inject himself into a local issue.More >>
Wednesday, October 3 2012 6:36 PM EDT2012-10-03 22:36:40 GMT
Governor Robert Bentley is recommending a compromise solution for the future of Jefferson County's Cooper Green Mercy Hospital. The governor says he understands the need for changes to the structure ofMore >>
Governor Robert Bentley is recommending a compromise solution for the future of Jefferson County's Cooper Green Mercy Hospital.More >>
Thursday, September 27 2012 6:48 PM EDT2012-09-27 22:48:51 GMT
The battle over Cooper Green Mercy Hospital has escalated and with it, more confusion after 100 positions were cut Thursday. Patients and employees are seeing workers losing their jobs and hearing aboutMore >>
The battle over Cooper Green Mercy Hospital has escalated and with it, more confusion after 100 positions were cut Thursday.More >>
Thursday, September 27 2012 2:03 PM EDT2012-09-27 18:03:47 GMT
State Representative John Rogers continued his outspoken support for Cooper Green Hospital during a rally on Thursday.Rogers produced the 'Intent to Sell' letter which was included in a state senate billMore >>
State Representative John Rogers continued his outspoken support for Cooper Green Hospital during a rally on Thursday. More >>
Wednesday, September 26 2012 6:54 PM EDT2012-09-26 22:54:15 GMT
A few Cooper Green Hospital supporters once again left the courthouse yelling. Tuesday, their tempers flared over Jefferson County's new budget. Cooper Green 65 million dollars to operate. That is 13More >>
A few Cooper Green Hospital supporters once again left the courthouse yelling. Tuesday, their tempers flared over Jefferson County's new budget.More >>
Friday, September 21 2012 6:30 PM EDT2012-09-21 22:30:55 GMT
Rep. John Rogers (D-Birmingham) held a press conference outside Cooper Green Mercy Hospital Thursday in an effort to save the facility's inpatient care. He alleges Jefferson County Commissioners misappropriatedMore >>
Press conference to save Cooper Green inpatient care.More >>
Update 10:20am: Rev Sharpton is preparing to speak now - follow us on twitter (http://www.twitter.com/abc3340) for updates from the news conference.
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Update 8am: Rev. Sharpton has arrived - ABC 33/40 is the only television station at the location.
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Nationally-renowned civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton is scheduled to attend a forum Friday morning regarding the future of Cooper Green Mercy Hospital, according to an announcement by U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell.
The community forum will take place at 9 a.m. at Birmingham's Sixteenth Street Baptist Church.
Jefferson County Commissioners voted last month to end inpatient care as a cost-saving measure at the facility by Dec. 1. Since talks began concerning the service, there have been several protests and rallies involving patients, community leaders and elected officials to keep inpatient care open for the area's indigent population. County Manager Tony Petelos announced Thursday that the county has reached a partnership with UAB to provide inpatient service for some of Cooper Green's patients. He says county officials are still in talks with other local hospitals for similar agreements.
A rally is also expected at the Jefferson County Courthouse following Friday's forum.
Stay with ABC 33/40 for details as the story develops throughout the day.
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:04:09 GMT
MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — The Washington State Patrol says the Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon has collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water. Trooper Mark FrancisMore >>
The Washington State Patrol says the Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon has collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:52 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:52:26 GMT
Boy Scouts of America will end its ban on gay scouts. But openly gay leaders are still not allowed. The ban was struck down with more than sixty percent of the vote. A spokesperson for the Greater AlabamaMore >>
Boy Scouts of America will end its ban on gay scouts. But openly gay leaders are still not allowed. The ban was struck down with more than sixty percent of the vote. None of those votes came from Alabama delegates.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:34:28 GMT
Multiple train cars derailed Thursday afternoon near Bear Creek in north Alabama.The Marion County Sheriff's Office reports that there the nearby areas are not in any danger "that they're aware of" atMore >>
Multiple train cars derailed Thursday afternoon near Bear Creek in Marion County.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:26 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:26:09 GMT
Republican U.S. Rep. Jo Bonner, of Mobile, has announced his resignation from Congress to take a top job at the University of Alabama. Bonner, a congressman since 2003, is a member of the House AppropriationsMore >>
U.S. Rep. Jo Bonner retiring form Congress for university job.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:03 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:03:33 GMT
A new Census report shows Auburn is among the fastest growing cities in the country with more than 50,000 people. The estimate released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau shows Auburn ranked 14th inMore >>
Auburn makes list of country's fastest-growing cities.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:34 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:34:04 GMT
Birmingham Mayor William Bell is headed to the nation's capital tomorrow. He will attend the ceremony where the four girls killed in the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing will be honored with a congressionalMore >>
Birmingham Mayor William Bell is headed to the nation's capital tomorrow. He will attend the ceremony where the four girls killed in the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing will be honored with a congressionalMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:13 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:13:43 GMT
A Lifesaver Helicopter was called to the scene of an accident involving a motorcycle and a vehicle in Gardendale Thursday.The accident happened just after 4 p.m. near the intersection of Mt. Olive RoadMore >>
A Lifesaver Helicopter was called to the scene of an accident involving a motorcycle and a vehicle in Gardendale Thursday.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:57:48 GMT
A Bessemer elementary school physical education teacher is among those accused of being involved with a drug trafficking conspiracy that brought approximately $5 million worth of heroin and cocaine toMore >>
A Bessemer elementary school physical education teacher is among those accused of being involved with a drug trafficking conspiracy that brought approximately $5 million worth of heroin and cocaine to the Birmingham area in less than a year.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:33 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:33:19 GMT
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office has expanded by two. Earlier this month, deputies traveled to South Carolina to pick up a veteran Marine Corp K9. Last year, the sheriff's office K9 unit learned severalMore >>
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office has expanded its force by two.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:13 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:13:17 GMT
Paul Finebaum, a longtime staple on the radio airwaves in Birmingham, is making a move to Charlotte, North Carolina to host a new show with the SEC Network and ESPN.The former award-winning columnist forMore >>
Paul Finebaum, a longtime staple on the radio airwaves in Birmingham, is making a move to Charlotte, North Carolina to host a new show with the SEC Network and ESPN.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 2:44 PM EDT2013-05-23 18:44:42 GMT
An Etowah County woman has been arrested and charged with chemical endangerment of a child, according to Sheriff Todd Entrekin. Jennifer Wheat, of Gadsden, has been arrested and charged with one countMore >>
Etowah County Sheriff's Office arrests woman after she admitted to ingesting cocaine while she was pregnant.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:56:10 GMT
Americans' overall health is not improving much. A new government report shows about six in 10 people are either overweight or obese and large numbers are engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking,More >>
Americans' overall health is not improving much.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:18:18 GMT
Tis the season. During the summer months consumers need to be aware of unscrupulous solicitations and pressure tactics used to try to frighten an individual into buying or upgrading security products andMore >>
During the summer months, consumers need to be aware of unscrupulous solicitations and pressure tactics used to try to frighten an individual into buying or upgrading security products and services that may not be needed.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:05 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:05:35 GMT
Boy Scouts of America leaders are meeting in Texas to vote on whether or not to change the long standing ban on openly gay Boy Scouts. The two day meeting of 1,400 local Boys Scout leaders begins Wednesday andMore >>
At the conclusion of a two meeting in Texas, Boy Scouts of America leaders will vote on whether or not change will be made to the long standing ban on openly gay boys in the Scouts.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:01 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:01:32 GMT
The Anniston Army Depot is honoring America's veterans.There will be a ceremony starting at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 22 at the Ft. Mclellan Cemetery. There will be a wreath-laying and flag placing onMore >>
The Anniston Army Depot is honoring America's veterans.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:21:19 GMT
NEW YORK CITY -- Former University of Alabama Director of Athletics Mal Moore was named the winner of the College Athletic Director of the Year Award Wednesday night at the 2013 Sports Business AwardsMore >>
Former University of Alabama Director of Athletics Mal Moore was named the winner of the College Athletic Director of the Year Award Wednesday night at the 2013 Sports Business Awards banquet.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:52:30 GMT
BY SEAN CARTELL, SEC Digital NetworkHOOVER, Ala. -- Second-seeded LSU scored three runs in the bottom of the first inning Wednesday and cruised to a 3-0 win against seventh-seeded Alabama in the SoutheasternMore >>
Second-seeded LSU scored three runs in the bottom of the first inning Wednesday and cruised to a 3-0 win against seventh-seeded Alabama in the Southeastern Conference Baseball Tournament.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:53 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:53:05 GMT
Hale County's sheriff's office has arrested an Akron accused of shooting a man then killing his wife. District Attorney Michael Jackson tells ABC 33/40...53 year old Charles Miles shot and killedMore >>
The Hale County's Sheriff's Office has arrested an Akron man accused of shooting a man then killing his wife.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:24 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:24:54 GMT
While thinking about Oklahoma, some of Tuscaloosa's first responders took a walk across what was Fire Station #4. It was toppled by a tornado with them inside - two years ago. "All fourMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:18:18 GMT
Tis the season. During the summer months consumers need to be aware of unscrupulous solicitations and pressure tactics used to try to frighten an individual into buying or upgrading security products andMore >>
During the summer months, consumers need to be aware of unscrupulous solicitations and pressure tactics used to try to frighten an individual into buying or upgrading security products and services that may not be needed.More >>
Officials say three women, a man, a toddler and an unborn baby who were slain last October near the Tennessee-Alabama border were the victims of a dispute over drug dealing.More >>
Officials say three women, a man, a toddler and an unborn baby who were slain last October near the Tennessee-Alabama border were the victims of a dispute over drug dealing.More >>
Alabama health officials say a cluster of respiratory illnesses in southeast Alabama has increased to 10, but they are closing their investigation. State Health Officer Don Williamson said today the cases are unrelated and...More >>
Dan Brown's description of Manila as "the gates of hell" in the American novelist's latest book has not gone down well with officials in the Philippine capital.More >>
Dan Brown's description of Manila as "the gates of hell" in the American novelist's latest book has not gone down well with officials in the Philippine capital.More >>
A man wanted for 13 years on attempted murder charges in Los Angeles was captured in Colorado after someone called police to report he was urinating on a wall outside a KFC restaurant.More >>
A man wanted for 13 years on attempted murder charges in Los Angeles was captured in Colorado after someone called police to report he was urinating on a wall outside a KFC restaurant.More >>
Three members of a Michigan city council have abstained from voting on a measure that would have prevented them from abstaining on future votes.More >>
Three members of a Michigan city council have abstained from voting on a measure that would have prevented them from abstaining on future votes.More >>
One mistake by a clumsy crane operator caused a 10-hour blackout over about a third of Vietnam, exposing the fragility of the nation's power grid.More >>
One mistake by a clumsy crane operator caused a 10-hour blackout over about a third of Vietnam, exposing the fragility of the nation's power grid.More >>
Thursday, October 25 2012 9:06 PM EDT2012-10-26 01:06:53 GMT
Jefferson County is now closer to closing in-patient care at Cooper Green Mercy Hospital. UAB has agreed to take over some of the hospital's existing services. UAB Hospital says it wants to ensure theMore >>
Jefferson County is now closer to closing in-patient care at Cooper Green Mercy Hospital. UAB has agreed to take over some of the hospital's existing services. But the announcement was interrupted by hospital supportersMore >>
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>>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-05-24 03:04:09 GMT
MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — The Washington State Patrol says the Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon has collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water. Trooper Mark FrancisMore >>
The Washington State Patrol says the Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon has collapsed, dumping vehicles and people into the water.More >>
Jurors in Jodi Arias' murder trial resume deliberations Thursday after they were unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life in prison or death for killing her one-time...More >>
Jurors who spent five months determining Jodi Arias' fate couldn't decide whether she should get life in prison or die for murdering her boyfriend, sending prosecutors back to the drawing board to rehash the shocking...More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:34 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:34:04 GMT
Birmingham Mayor William Bell is headed to the nation's capital tomorrow. He will attend the ceremony where the four girls killed in the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing will be honored with a congressionalMore >>
Birmingham Mayor William Bell is headed to the nation's capital tomorrow. He will attend the ceremony where the four girls killed in the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing will be honored with a congressionalMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:48 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:48:47 GMT
They say timing is everything. Birmingham's timing in working to return the magic to the magic city may be just about perfect. For the second consecutive year census numbers show big cities grew fasterMore >>
They say timing is everything. Birmingham's timing in working to return the magic to the magic city may be just about perfect. For the second consecutive year census numbers show big cities grew faster than did the suburbs.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:16:10 GMT
Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in southwest Birmingham Thursday.According to Sgt. Johnny Williams, a fight between two men led to a fatal shooting at a home in the 700 block ofMore >>
Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in southwest Birmingham Thursday.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:49:21 GMT
Packed up and headed west, Refuel Ministries is Oklahoma bound. About 10 volunteers are traveling with boxes and coolers filled with food to serve those who lost everything in Monday's tornado. "I'mMore >>
Volunteers are headed to Oklahoma to help those in need, while the city of Birmingham collects donations for victims.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:34:28 GMT
Multiple train cars derailed Thursday afternoon near Bear Creek in north Alabama.The Marion County Sheriff's Office reports that there the nearby areas are not in any danger "that they're aware of" atMore >>
Multiple train cars derailed Thursday afternoon near Bear Creek in Marion County.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:13 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:13:43 GMT
A Lifesaver Helicopter was called to the scene of an accident involving a motorcycle and a vehicle in Gardendale Thursday.The accident happened just after 4 p.m. near the intersection of Mt. Olive RoadMore >>
A Lifesaver Helicopter was called to the scene of an accident involving a motorcycle and a vehicle in Gardendale Thursday.More >>
Rev Al Sharpton arriving in Birmingham
Rev Al Sharpton addresses audience
