IMPACT DAY Issued For Monday
The News19 Weather Authority Team has issued an Impact Day for Monday throughout the Tennessee Valley. Strong to severe thunderstorms during the second half of the day tomorrow. Current weather guidance models indicate the time frame for the storms in northern Alabama is between 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. The Storm Predic
Thunderstorms, Excessive Rainfall Risk For Florida Panhandle and Big Bend
Florida – The National Weather Service is highlighting a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 4) for Excessive Rainfall today (Sunday, June 21, 2026) across southeast Alabama’s Wiregrass region, southwest Georgia, and the Florida Panhandle. The Weather Prediction Center has placed portions of southeast Alabama, southwest Georgia,
Severe Storms and Renewed Flooding Threaten Alabama Father’s Day Through Monday as Saturated Ground...
BIRMINGHAM, AL — Alabama faces an elevated risk for severe storms and additional flooding through Father’s Day and into Monday, as forecasters warn that already saturated ground from over half a foot of rain Saturday leaves little room for error with any storms capable of producing high-end rainfall totals.
Local seafood restaurant chain closes Midtown Montgomery location
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – The Wharf seafood chain has closed its location on Atlanta Highway at Perry Hill Road in Midtown Montgomery. The Montgomery-based restaurant chain posted a sign on the window saying, “As part of our continued growth and evolution, Wharf Casual Seafood is transitioning to standalone freestandin
Alabama legends & tall tales: the mystery behind Alabama’s black panther sightings
For my entire life, I have had an affinity for folklore and ghost stories. There’s something special about the tales that make you wonder—the ones told around campfires with a […] The post Alabama legends & tall tales: the mystery behind Alabama’s black panther sightings appeared first on 256 Today .
Study: Tennessee, Kentucky among states with highest heart disease death rates
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, the burden of that disease isn't spread evenly across the country, with multiple states in the South seeing disproportionately high death rates that show significant geographic differences in he
Dumas kidnapping suspect to be extradited to Alabama
A suspect in the disappearance of Huntsville realtor Ronald Dumas Jr. will be extradited to Alabama to face a kidnapping charge, authorities said. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office said Toure McLaurin will be brought to Alabama to face a first-degree kidnapping charge in the case. Dumas has been missing since Decembe
Failed Cyber Test: Alabama Defense Contractor Settles For $500K Over Missing Navy Safeguards
US Navy (CENTCOM) A Huntsville, Alabama, defense contractor will pay more than half a million...
Alabama organization helping incarcerated fathers prepare for life after prison
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - More than 25,000 men are incarcerated in Alabama, according to the Department of Corrections. Every one of them is somebody’s child, and many are fathers themselves. One Hueytown woman is working to help those fathers and their families prepare for life after prison. “Everybody in...
Camp P.R.I.D.E. held at Cramton Bowl
A free event bringing young athletes together for a day focused on teamwork, mentorship and life skills.

















