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
Montgomery County Judge To Decide On Tuberville’s Move to Dismiss Residency Lawsuit This Afternoon
At 1:30 PM, the Montgomery County Circuit Court will decide the fate of a lawsuit challenging Tommy Tuberville's residency, which could impact his bid for governor.
ALDOT suspends temporary lane closures on interstates for Fourth of July holiday
Motorists will not face road construction delays this Fourth of July holiday weekend. The Alabama Department of Transportation announced it will suspend temporary lane closures on interstate routes from 6 a.m. Friday, July 3, 2026, until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, July 5, 2026. Alabama roadways will see higher traffic volumes
Dangerous Heat Ahead: When “Feels Like” Temperatures Top 99° in West Alabama
West Alabama remains under a Heat Advisory. Here's when "feels like" temperatures are expected to climb above 99 degrees on Monday, June 29.
Popular Alabama TV meteorologist leaving station: ‘Your support has meant everything’
After nearly five years, Nick Gunter is leaving Montgomery’s WSFA as meteorologist. According to an announcement on social media, his last day at the station will be Wednesday. “It’s hard to put into words how grateful I am for this chapter,” Gunter said. “It has truly been an honor...
Alabama Department of Youth Services updates several policies
The Alabama Department Youth Services (DYS) board approved a set of five policies at its meeting Friday that outlines how the department will operate and the control center will function. Board members updated policies earlier in the day, which dealt with use of outside sources and agencies, communication between sta
Fireball streaks across southern US, lighting up early morning sky
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB/Gray News) - A bright fireball was caught on camera as it streaked across the skies of the southern United States early Sunday. The fireball was spotted shortly after 5 a.m. Sunday by observers in multiple southern states, including Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas and Texas. Most witnes
Trip across Mississippi state line turns Alabama man into millionaire
A trip across the Mississippi state line turned one Alabama man into a millionaire. Officials with the Mississippi Lottery announced that a man from Alabaster, Alabama, claimed one of 10 $1 million prizes available on the $30 Millionaire Maker scratch-off game. The winning ticket was purchased by an Alabaster, Alabama.

















