Friday, January 18 2013 1:29 AM EST2013-01-18 06:29:34 GMT
For people in most areas, transportation troubles are over, but lingering slush could be a problem Friday morning in some areas. One of the areas with the biggest impact was Cullman County. They're dealingMore >>
One of the areas with the biggest impact was Cullman County - They're dealing with multiple wrecks and lane closures.More >>
Friday, January 18 2013 12:25 AM EST2013-01-18 05:25:11 GMT
Road crews remain hard at work in Cullman County Thursday night as they attempt to "treat" an eight-mile stretch of Interstate 65 in both directions while traffic has backed up for miles.Alabama StateMore >>
Road crews remain hard at work in Cullman County Thursday night as they attempt to "treat" an eight-mile stretch of Interstate 65 in both directions while traffic has backed up for miles.More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 10:24 PM EST2013-01-18 03:24:24 GMT
It caused a lot of headaches because people weren't allowed getting to and from the hospital. Traffic at St. Vincent's East got hectic around 3pm Thursday afternoon. Some were pleased that police didMore >>
Snow and slush made for a sloppy, frustrating evening for many around St. Vincent's East Hospital Thursday. More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 5:26 PM EST2013-01-17 22:26:38 GMT
Only a few Walker County roads remain closed. Thick slush made the roads slippery and dangerous to travel. It caused numerous accidents and more are expected overnight. Walker County residents are beingMore >>
Only a few Walker County roads remain closed. Thick slush made the roads slippery and dangerous to travel. It caused numerous accidents and more are expected overnight.More >>
Snow and ice caused traffic headaches in West Alabama Thursday morning.
The Pickens County Sheriff's Office said all roads are closed countywide.
In Tuscaloosa County, the a roads and transportation crew is headed to put sand on the North River Bridge on Gorgas Road. Another crew is sanding "the hill" on Gorgas Rd. at the Fayette County line.
ALDOT crews are on the way to put sand on the bridge on Hwy 43 at mile marker 220, also in Tuscaloosa County. A Sheriff's office spokesman said some roads are closed, but that is due to flooding earlier this week, not because of snow.
In Walker County, there have been at least three wrecks on Hwy 5 near Prospect Rd. in Jasper. The Jasper Fire Chief said resident should not drive unless it is absolutely necessary.
Monday, May 20 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:22:24 GMT
The Alabama Legislature has approved selling bonds to borrow $30 million to repair tornado-damaged schools. The Senate voted 26-6 Monday afternoon to give final passage to the bond legislation. The billMore >>
State legislature approves bond issue to help repair storm-damaged schools.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:19:46 GMT
A federal judge Monday sentenced a former museum security guard to more than eight years in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography. U.S. District Judge C. Lynwood Smith, Jr. sentenced LoydMore >>
A federal judge Monday sentenced a former museum security guard to more than eight years in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:48 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:48:50 GMT
The Alabama House has rejected Gov. Robert Bentley's proposal to delay private school tax credits for two years. The House voted 57-10 Monday to reject the governor's proposal. Now the proposal goes toMore >>
The Alabama House has rejected Gov. Robert Bentley's proposal to delay private school tax credits for two years. The House voted 57-10 Monday to reject the governor's proposal. Now the proposal goes toMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:03:28 GMT
Secretary of State John Kerry is vowing that the Obama administration will spare no expense or effort to protect U.S. diplomats serving overseas. Speaking to State Department trainees today, Kerry saidMore >>
Addressing State Department trainees Monday, John Kerry says the Obama Administration is committed to protecting U.S. diplomats oversees.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:36 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:36:32 GMT
Lots of smiles, hugs and kisses will make this Monday afternoon memorable for the families of returning members of the Alabama Army National Guard's 1/167th Infantry Battalion and subordinate units. TheMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:19:46 GMT
A federal judge Monday sentenced a former museum security guard to more than eight years in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography. U.S. District Judge C. Lynwood Smith, Jr. sentenced LoydMore >>
A federal judge Monday sentenced a former museum security guard to more than eight years in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:56:48 GMT
Bessemer Police investigating a shooting into an occupied vehicle, where a 4-year-old child was shot. Investigators say the shooting happened Sunday afternoon in the 3600 block of Jaybird Road in BrightonMore >>
Bessemer Police investigating a shooting into an occupied vehicle, where a 4-year-old child was shot.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:54:59 GMT
A portion of Highway 174 between Pell City and Odenville was washed away over the weekend due to heavy rainfall. The road is closed between Mineral Springs Road and Bowman Circle. The Alabama DepartmentMore >>
A portion of Highway 174 between Pell City and Odenville was washed away over the weekend due to heavy rainfall.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:38 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:38:10 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 >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:36 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:36:32 GMT
Lots of smiles, hugs and kisses will make this Monday afternoon memorable for the families of returning members of the Alabama Army National Guard's 1/167th Infantry Battalion and subordinate units. TheMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:10 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:10:20 GMT
Two Etowah County women have been arrested and charged with chemical endangerment of a child. Tiffanie Angelia Mitchell, 23, of Gadsden, was arrested on May 6 and is charged with one count of chemicalMore >>
Two Etowah County women have been arrested and charged with chemical endangerment of a child. Tiffanie Angelia Mitchell, 23, of Gadsden, was arrested on May 6 and is charged with one count of chemicalMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:36 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:36:32 GMT
Lots of smiles, hugs and kisses will make this Monday afternoon memorable for the families of returning members of the Alabama Army National Guard's 1/167th Infantry Battalion and subordinate units. TheMore >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:46 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:46:06 GMT
The St. Clair County Emergency Management Agency has released a list of flooded roads and structures due to heavy rains overnight and Saturday morning.The Pell City Community Center experienced significantMore >>
The St. Clair County Emergency Management Agency has released a list of flooded roads and structures due to heavy rains overnight and Saturday morning.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:17 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:17:33 GMT
An inmate is on the loose in Etowah County. The Sheriff's department says an inmate kitchen worker escaped the Etowah County Detention Center (ECDC) Friday morning. Justin Wade Hopkins, 30, escaped fromMore >>
The Etowah County Sheriff's Office says an inmate kitchen worker escaped the Etowah County Detention Center Friday morning. More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:04 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:04:56 GMT
In 2011, Ben Tomlinson's life changed forever. The Jacksonville native was shot while serving in Afghanistan. He was paralyzed from the waist down. Now, he's working hard to make a come back. And, hisMore >>
A mural of the American flag, painted to honor Tomlinson's service and the service of other veterans was dedicated Friday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:53 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:53:15 GMT
One person is dead Saturday after a police chase ended with a head-on collision in Tuscaloosa.According to the Tuscaloosa Police Department, the male suspect fleeing from officers died in the two-vehicleMore >>
One person is dead Saturday after a police chase ended with a head-on collision in Tuscaloosa.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:33 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:33:05 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Nick Saban's scowling face now greets fans coming into the state of Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and a box of his cherished oatmeal cream pies restsMore >>
Nick Saban's scowling face now greets fans coming into the state of Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and a box of his cherished oatmeal cream pies rests at his feet.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:06:23 GMT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- In a back-and-forth affair the Alabama softball team held off Western Kentucky, 7-6, Saturday afternoon in day two of the NCAA Softball Tuscaloosa Regional at Rhoads Stadium. WithMore >>
In a back-and-forth affair the Alabama softball team held off Western Kentucky, 7-6, Saturday afternoon in day two of the NCAA Softball Tuscaloosa Regional.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:50 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:50:42 GMT
The corner of Hackberry Lane and University Boulevard on the University of Alabama campus was extremely quiet Friday afternoon...perhaps a contrast to what it may be Saturday. It's the location whereMore >>
Several counter protestors plan to picket the protest to be held by Westboro Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa Saturday. More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:39:48 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will be one of eight to be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame Saturday.A native of Fairmont, WV, Saban has been theMore >>
University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will be one of eight to be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame Saturday.More >>
A federal judge has dismissed one of the two counts in the indictment of a former BP executive who was charged with concealing information from Congress about the amount of oil leaking in 2010 from the...More >>
A federal judge has dismissed one of the two counts in the indictment of a former BP executive who was charged with concealing information from Congress about the amount of oil leaking in 2010 from the company's...More >>
The Alabama House has rejected Gov. Robert Bentley's proposal to delay private school tax credits for two years. The House voted 57-10 Monday to reject the governor's proposal. Now the proposal goes to the Senate on...More >>
A manager of Chicago's Navy Pier rode the tourist spot's Ferris wheel for more than 2 days, bringing the world record for the longest ride to the birthplace of the amusement park favorite.More >>
A manager of Chicago's Navy Pier rode the tourist spot's Ferris wheel for more than two days - 384 times, up and around - bringing the world record for the longest ride to the birthplace of the amusement park...More >>
An ethno-inspired flute and drum tune from Denmark is the bookmakers' favorite to win this year's Eurovision Song Contest, which also features a bizarre opera pop number from Romania and an Armenian rock song...More >>
Denmark's Emmelie de Forest has won this year's Eurovision Song Contest with her ethno-inspired flute and drum tune "Only Teardrops," despite tough competition from spectacular stage shows by performers from...More >>
An Oregon funeral home in Eugene offers natural burials where the ride to the person's final resting place is on the back of a three-wheeled bicycle.More >>
An Oregon funeral home in Eugene offers natural burials where the ride to the person's final resting place is on the back of a three-wheeled bicycle.More >>
Anchorage police say a young man who didn't want to return to jail ran out onto the uncertain ice of an Alaska lake to escape officers armed with an arrest warrant.More >>
Anchorage police say a young man who didn't want to return to jail ran out onto the uncertain ice of an Alaska lake to escape officers armed with an arrest warrant.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>>
Experts say the officer who killed a Long Island college student and a home invasion suspect on Friday was confronted with a split-second choice.More >>
As a family prepared for the funeral of a Hofstra University junior killed by a police officer's bullet during a standoff with an armed intruder, some on Monday questioned whether officers should have confronted the...More >>
Hearing on the radio that a violent storm was approaching her rural Oklahoma neighborhood, Lindsay Carter took advantage of the advanced warning, gathered her belongings and fled. When she returned, there was little...More >>
Authorities say an elementary school in an Oklahoma City suburb took a direct hit from a mile-wide tornado.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:22:24 GMT
The Alabama Legislature has approved selling bonds to borrow $30 million to repair tornado-damaged schools. The Senate voted 26-6 Monday afternoon to give final passage to the bond legislation. The billMore >>
State legislature approves bond issue to help repair storm-damaged schools.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:29 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:29:55 GMT
Bugs were the all the buzz last week when the United Nation's Food and Agricultural Agency released a report that contends "edible insects" may be the easiest way to meet global food needs. Dr. Frank Franklin,More >>
Bugs were the all the buzz last week when the United Nation's Food and Agricultural Agency released a report that contends "edible insects" may be the easiest way to meet global food needs.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:19:46 GMT
A federal judge Monday sentenced a former museum security guard to more than eight years in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography. U.S. District Judge C. Lynwood Smith, Jr. sentenced LoydMore >>
A federal judge Monday sentenced a former museum security guard to more than eight years in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:56:48 GMT
Bessemer Police investigating a shooting into an occupied vehicle, where a 4-year-old child was shot. Investigators say the shooting happened Sunday afternoon in the 3600 block of Jaybird Road in BrightonMore >>
Bessemer Police investigating a shooting into an occupied vehicle, where a 4-year-old child was shot.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:54:59 GMT
A portion of Highway 174 between Pell City and Odenville was washed away over the weekend due to heavy rainfall. The road is closed between Mineral Springs Road and Bowman Circle. The Alabama DepartmentMore >>
A portion of Highway 174 between Pell City and Odenville was washed away over the weekend due to heavy rainfall.More >>
