Gov. Ivey awards grants to combat crimes, assist victims
Governor Kay Ivey announced Tuesday she has awarded five grants totaling $577,607 to assist victims, pursue offenders, train court officials and prosecute cases of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. “The victims of these crimes are especially vulnerable and require compassionate assistance. In add
Alabama Moves To Swifter Justice For Death Row Inmates
Alabama's death row inmates often wait over 20 years for justice, causing heartache for victims' families. Attorney General Steve Marshall supports a federal push to speed up this lengthy process.
Push to protect Alabama health care workers following fatal shooting
A Change.org petition was created urging Alabama lawmakers to enhance security measures to protect nurses.
Most schools in Alabama to close next week
ALABAMA — Most schools across Alabama will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day, the federal holiday honoring U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the armed forces. Public school systems throughout Alabama traditionally cancel classes for the holiday each year. Many districts are a
ALEA, Coast Guard Auxiliary issue urgent safety warnings following recent North Alabama drownings
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Ahead of what is expected to be a crowded Memorial Day weekend on North Alabama waterways, state law enforcement and safety officials are issuing an urgent plea for boater responsibility following two recent tragedies in the region. The safety warnings coincide with National Safe Boating Week,...
Very humid days ahead with chances for downpours and thunderstorms through the holiday weekend
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Good Wednesday morning. We are already tracking some scattered showers and some occasional lightning for portions of Northwest Alabama early this morning. Skies are cloudy with a very humid feel, morning temperatures are warm in the middle 60s to lower 70s. Our weather pattern will get...
Multiple sheriff’s races underway across central, south Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A number of candidates are vying for their party’s nomination to be the next the next sheriff of their county. WSFA 12 News is tracking multiple sheriff’s races across central and south Alabama. The Associated Press is projecting that appointed Sheriff Mark Harrell will...
First Alert Weather: Scattered storms expected Wednesday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - THE NEXT 24 HOURS: Expect another steamy day, with highs in the upper 80s. Scattered afternoon showers or storms will develop and could contain heavy downpours and frequent lightning. Once the sun sets, the sky will remain cloudy, the risk for rain will go down, and temperatures will be in the
Decatur, Huntsville among North Alabama cities ranked in U.S. News & World Report “Best...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A new national ranking from U.S. News & World Report is highlighting where Alabama cities stand among the “Best Places to Live in the U.S. for 2026-2027,” with Hoover leading the state and several North and South Alabama communities also making the list. The...
Williams Launches District 55 Write-In Campaign
Community members and supporters across Alabama House District 55 will gather Saturday evening in Birmingham as write-in candidate Keith O. Williams officially launches the next phase of his campaign. The “District 55 Community Kickoff: Official Write-In Campaign Launch” is scheduled for May 23 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p
