Alabama Law Enforcement Announces to increase enforcement during July 4 holiday travel period
With the Fourth of July holiday approaching, the ALEA is increasing enforcement efforts to help keep the roadways and communities safe.
Wesley Britt to join coastal Alabama development company
Wesley Britt, a well-known Alabama lobbyist and husband to U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, will join 68 Ventures, a real estate development and investment company in Daphne. “68 Ventures has built one of the most dynamic and respected organizations in the Southeast,” Britt said in a news release. “The company’s entrepreneurial
Chance of severe storms in Alabama’s forecast for Tuesday
Some in Alabama will get a chance for a (temporary) heat-busting storm on Tuesday, according to forecasters. But, there’s a chance one or two storms could be severe. NOAA’s Storm Prediction Center has added a Level 1 out of 5 (marginal) risk for severe weather for the southern half of Alabama for Tuesday.
Alabama firefighter among 3 killed while battling wildfire in Colorado
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — An Alabama firefighter was identified as one of three killed over the weekend while battling wildfires in Colorado. 27-year-old Sydney Watson, of Warrior, died on June 27 while responding to the Knowles Fire in western Colorado, according to a release from the U.S. Department of the Interior a
Drowning death of veteran Alabama prosecutor leaves ‘undeniable void in halls of justice’
An Alabama prosecutor who drowned during a weekend sailboat race is being remembered for tirelessly fighting for justice and protecting victims. The body of Jefferson County Bessemer Cutoff Assistant District Attorney William R. “Bill” North was recovered late Monday morning, a day after he fell into Logan Martin Logan
Alabama Democratic Party orders recount in disputed Perry County commission race
Weeks after one of Alabama’s closest local elections, the Alabama Democratic Party has ordered a recount in Perry County’s District 1 commission race.
North Alabama gas prices June 29: Huntsville, Decatur, Florence compared to national average
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As gas prices continue to fluctuate, the national average for regular gasoline is $3.93 per gallon, with mid-grade fuel at $4.41 and premium prices reaching $4.80, according to AAA. National Average Gas Prices (Current vs. Week Ago) Regular: $3.86 | $3.93. Mid-Grade: $4.35 | $4.41. Premium:...
Dangerous heat in the forecast today and tomorrow
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Monday is a First Alert Weather Day due to the high heat index values we’ll be dealing with later on in the day. Our Monday morning is starting out with clear skies and with temps in the lower to mid 70s, but we’re also dealing with some areas of patchy fog that have developed around central an
Cullman, Fort Payne join growing list of Alabama cities pausing data center development
Across Alabama, residents aren’t necessarily saying “no” to data centers. They’re asking questions. How much water will they use? Will they be noisy? Where should they be built? And perhaps most importantly, how can communities welcome new investment without changing the character of the places people call home. Those
Alabama heat wave prompts official warnings on illness and energy use
As Alabama braces for the heat wave expected over the next week, experts nationwide are offering advice on how to keep yourself safe and reduce your power bill. The U.S. Department of Energy says checking for air leaks and sealing them, ensuring proper insulation, unplugging electronic devices that are not in use, and
