Amazon announces pay and benefits increases that could help workers in Alabama
Amazon says it's making a $1 billion investment to raise wages and lower the cost of health care plans for its U.S. fulfillment and transportation workers. That could be good news for workers of the retail and shipping giant in Alabama. Amazon reportedly operates fulfillment and sorting facilities in Huntsville,...
District Attorney speaks out after 17-year-old charged with capital murder in killing of elderly...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) -A 17-year-old is facing capital murder charges in the shooting death of 82-year-old Aldorithia Burrell, who was killed while sitting on her porch nearly three weeks ago. The suspect, whose name has not been released due to their age, is being held without bond in the Jefferson...
61-year-old woman killed in Birmingham crash
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A 61-year-old woman was killed in a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon. Harriet Adams, of Birmingham, was injured in a crash that occurred in the 1500 block of Finley Blvd around 1:50 p.m. She was transported to UAB Hospital where she was pronounced dead. Birmingham police are...
Gov. Ivey Declares September 20 as Carole Robertson Gov. Ivey Declares September 20 as...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Governor Kay Ivey has proclaimed September 20, 2025, as Carole Robertson Day— a statewide day of remembrance in honor of Carole Robertson, one of the four young victims of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing. Robertson, just 14 years old, lost her life in the...
Body found in repossessed storage shed in Demopolis possibly linked to Birmingham
A body was found in a storage shed in Demopolis Sunday afternoon. The Demopolis Police Department said officers responded to Alabama Portable Sheds at 1620 Highway 80 East just before 2:30 p.m. Upon arrival, the police department said officers gathered information from workers at the scene. Police said the storage...
Hispanic Heritage Month in Alabama: 3 must-see festivals you don’t want to miss
National Hispanic Heritage Month began Sept. 15, kicking off a four-week celebration of Latin American culture , history and contributions across the U.S. Right here in Alabama, communities are marking the occasion with food, music, art and a deep sense of pride. While the parties and performances are full of energy,...
Hoover City Schools employee placed on leave for social media post
A Hoover City Schools employee was placed on administrative leave for a post on their personal social media account.
Popular Music Star Loses Over 30k Followers Over Kirk Comments
One of the things that many fans as well as others admire about him is his boldness in his faith and ability to speak up when he feels like he should.
Jefferson County judge sees video of Jabari Peoples shooting, court records say
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A Jefferson County judge has been shown body camera footage of the officer-involved shooting of Jabari Peoples after she ordered the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency to provide her court an in camera review. According to court documents filed Wednesday, Judge French had that body camera...
Alabama Butterbean Festival celebrates 20th anniversary
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A unique fan-favorite Alabama festival is returning to Pinson for the 20th year. Since 2006, Alabama Butter Bean Festival has brought the community together to celebrate the butterbean and take part in many family-friendly attractions at this free event. Celebrate two decades of Alabama...

















