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FAIRFIELD – Miles College recently dedicated the Abascal Student Success Center on the fourth floor of the C.A. Kirkendoll Learning Resources Center. The event brought together the Suco and Abascal families, college leadership, students, faculty, and staff to honor a legacy defined by courage, sacrifice, and the transformative power of education.

Q: What made you transition from being an assistant professor at Samford to a restaurant owner/operator?. A: I was an assistant professor of broadcast journalism for six years prior to deciding to open Hoover Steaks & Wines with my husband, Patrick, and our business partners. While I love academia and teaching, I wanted to support my husband’s vision of serving the community through a...

TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - The Trussville City Schools superintendent is addressing how the district plans to address overcrowding in the near future. Superintendent Dr. Patrick Martin said the district had to go back to the drawing board after a proposed tax increase was voted down by the community several years ago. He said the district now plans to build a new elementary school and transition...

In Alabama and across the South, many growing businesses reach a familiar turning point. Revenue is steady, demand is there, and the foundation is strong—but growth begins to stall. It’s not for lack of effort or potential, but because the next level of capital, connections, and strategic guidance is often out of reach. That gap […] The post New Birmingham organization tackles ‘capital cliff...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WAKA) – WAKA Action 8 News has received two ABBY Awards for excellence from the Alabama Broadcasters Association. At an awards gala at The Club on Red Mountain in Birmingham last night, WAKA received awards for Best News Feature and Best Service Project. The story that won...

Police are investigating a reported shooting Sunday afternoon. According to the Birmingham Police Department, officers responded to the intersection of Cleburn Avenue and 15th Place Southwest at approximately 2:21 p.m. on April 12. The incident is being classified as a person shot, though authorities say the extent of injuries is...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham Police are investigating after a shooting in the city’s Arlington - West End neighborhood on Sunday, April 12. According to police, a person was only grazed by a bullet in the shooting which happened around 1:21 p.m. in the area of Cleburne Avenue and 15th Place SW.

GARDENDALE, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) - Police say a woman reportedly robbed a bank in Alabama before turning the money over to law enforcement. According to Gardendale Police, at 9:03 a.m. on April 10, an elderly woman entered the Regions Bank on Odum Road and presented a note demanding money. Gardendale...

A disturbing incident in Leeds has led to criminal charges against a mother after police say she used bear spray on her own children. The case came to light when a young child ran into the street crying for help, drawing immediate attention from neighbors and authorities. What Happened on...

Donivan Moore, a four-star Auburn commit out of Bessemer City High School, plans to take multiple official visits this summer. Despite that, the talented defensive lineman is still firm in his commitment to the Tigers. “I feel great. I’m very excited,” Moore said, when asked how he feels about Auburn....