Two men are facing charges after the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit investigated a case with several victims of child sex abuse. Last week, VCU's Sexual Assault Section conducted an investigation into an allegation of child sexual abuse involving an extended…
Cooking out on the Fourth of July is an American tradition, but if you're firing up the grill this year expect to spend more than ever. Today, the American Farm Bureau Federation released a study that found July 4 cookouts…
Gas prices fell nearly 10 cents over the past week in Alabama, down to an average of $4.48 a gallon. Gas monitor GasBuddy said prices in Alabama are 19.7 cents higher than a month ago, and a whopping $1.68 higher…
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Asher Redd Protestors packed the streets of downtown Birmingham Saturday afternoon in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade on Friday. Rather…
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Dany Thomas The need for blood donors is dire, and local businesses are stepping up and helping by hosting blood drives. Last Week, Jann's Pharmacy in Tuscaloosa…
As the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on Friday, the ability to receive an abortion in any state is no longer a right. Now, anyone seeking an abortion must wade…
By WVUA Digital Reporter Jas Orr Early Friday morning, the U.S. Supreme Court voted 6-3 to overturn the controversial Roe v. Wade decision. The full majority opinion, written by Justice Samuel Alito, can be found here. This ruling was on…
By JASON MORTON, The Tuscaloosa News TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - A longtime Alabama environmental advocate has been honored by the Global Waterkeeper Alliance for his work. John L. Wathen has served decades as the keeper of Hurricane Creek in Tuscaloosa…
A second person has been charged with disorderly conduct in relation to a threatening social media post made earlier this week. Emily Elizabeth Cornett, 20, was charged Friday and jailed with a…
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Mason Smith Alabama fans waited all night, but they did eventually see one of their own get his name called during the NBA Draft. Point guard JD Davison was selected 53rd overall in Thursday's NBA…
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Mason Smith He's only completed his second season for Stillman College's baseball team, but Kelvin Reese's resume is already pretty lengthy. After batting .333 with 11 doubles and 24 RBIs in 117 plate appearances last…
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Alex Boothe The Alabama Athletic High School Association held its first ever basketball Team Camp this past weekend at the Finley Center in…
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Drew Pavan The Birmingham Stallions held off the Tampa Bay Bandits 21-18 on Saturday to wrap up the regular season with a 9-1 record. The Stallions…
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Drew Pavan Another former Alabama Crimson Tide player has just earned a huge payday, becoming the highest-paid safety in NFL history. Minkah Fitzpatrick, the former Alabama…
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Drew Pavan The SEC announced Thursday that Alabama's men's basketball team will face the University of Oklahoma Sooners in the 10th annual SEC/Big 12 Challenge. In last year's SEC-Big 12 challenge, the Tide defeated No.4…
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Mason Smith During the fall, many people in Tuscaloosa spend their Saturdays cheering on the Alabama Crimson Tide football team in a packed Bryant-Denny Stadium. This week, the roles were reversed as several University of…
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Drew Pavan Following Monday's announcement of starting third baseman Zane Denton's intent to enter the transfer portal, The Crimson Tide wasted no…
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Drew Pavan Alabama softball took a big hit following this year's early exit from the NCAA tournament, losing six players to the transfer portal. But…
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Drew Pavan Alabama's Mercy Chelangat won the women's NCAA 10,000-meter championship on day two of the 2022 NCAA Outdoor Championships on Thursday, June 9. Chelangat…
By JASON MORTON, The Tuscaloosa News TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - A longtime Alabama environmental advocate has been honored by the Global Waterkeeper Alliance for his work. John L. Wathen has served decades as the keeper of Hurricane Creek in Tuscaloosa…
A second person has been charged with disorderly conduct in relation to a threatening social media post made earlier this week. Emily Elizabeth Cornett, 20, was charged Friday and jailed with a…
Six people have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms following an investigation into contraband smuggled into the Fayette County Jail. The defendants each played a role in smuggling illegal drugs and paraphernalia including methamphetamine, heroin, Suboxone and syringes to inmates…
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick As high temperatures continue to oppress the citizens of Tuscaloosa, Dr. Milady Murphy emphasized the importance of staying hydrated. "Every 20 minutes that you're…
A 20-year-old woman from McCalla is facing a disorderly conduct charge after making a post on social media Wednesday suggesting she would commit violence against Black residents in Tuscaloosa. The Tuscaloosa Police…
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick The American Red Cross will be taking donations of blood and platelets the week after the Fourth of July in Northport and Tuscaloosa. On Wednesday, July 6, the Red Cross will be at…
UPDATE: The hazardous material that caused the evacuation of Honors Hall was a chemical commonly used in laboratories that can become dangerous if dried out and improperly moved. Emergency officials promptly responded and removed the chemical. Out of an abundance…
