ORANGE BOWL UPDATE, 12-28-18
Gary Harris brings you a live update from Hard Rock Stadium the day before the Orange Bowl on WVUA 23 News at 5:00.
Archives: December 2018
AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING SHOOTING AT VOWELL’S FRESH MARKET
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is investigating a shooting this afternoon at a grocery store on Highway 69 South this afternoon. Authorities said the shooting happened at Vowell’s Fresh Market around 3:05 p.m. The victim’s injuries appear non life-threatening. There’s not yet information on any potential suspects.
MAN ACCUSED OF KILLING MAN NEAR 3000 BAR IN 2017 PLEADS GUILTY TO MURDER
READ MORE Man shot to death near 3000 Bar, Alabama campus: May 7, 2017 Friends remember man slain rendering aid: May 8, 2017 Business owners blast 3000 Bar after Sunday shooting: May 9, 2017 Owner speaks out after shooting at 3000 Bar: May 11, 2017 The man accused of killing a 23-year-old bystander after a
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ORANGE BOWL MEDIA DAY, 12-27-18
Gary Harris brings you an update on the Orange Bowl media day live from Fort Lauderdale on WVUA 23 News at 5:00.
AS FEDERAL INTEREST RATES RISE, IT’S STILL A GREAT MARKET FOR BUYERS, INVESTORS
Late December brought the Federal Reserve’s fourth interest rate hike of the year, meaning changes for those who use credit cards, are looking for loans or have savings accounts. “The reason they’re doing this is because our economy is improving,” said Alabama One Credit Union CFO Whitney Oswalt. “We’ve got record-low unemployment and there is
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TERRI SEWELL URGES RELEASE OF FORMER BIRMINGHAM MAYOR
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – A congresswoman is urging President Donald Trump’s administration to reduce the prison sentence of ailing former Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford. U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell on Wednesday asked the administration to show compassion because of Langford’s deteriorating health. The former mayor is serving a 15-year sentence in federal prison for bribery and
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ORANGE BOWL PREPARATIONS UPDATE
The WVUA 23 sports crew brings you an update from Fort Lauderdale, FL. ahead of the Orange Bowl.
TUSCALOOSA MAN CONVICTED OF KILLING INFANT DIES ON DEATH ROW
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – A death row inmate convicted of killing his 2-month-old son has died in prison. The Alabama Department of Corrections said Wednesday that Willie Dorrell Minor was found unresponsive in his cell at Donaldson Correctional Facility on Dec. 21. He was later pronounced dead. Department of Corrections spokesman Bob Horton wrote in
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UPDATE: CBD STORE REOPENS IN NORTHPORT
SEE THE TIMELINE: Update: Authorities, Community Respond to CBD Oil Crackdown Oct. 10, 2018 Tuscaloosa Authorities Cracking Down on Cannabis-based Oils Oct. 9, 2018 ‘Carly’s Law’ Research Yielding Dramatic Results Feb. 11, 2016 The CBD Store in Northport was forced to close its doors in early October. Now, thanks to a provision to the 2018 Farm
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STATE TROOPERS DELIVER TEDDY BEARS TO CHILDREN IN HOSPITAL
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HILLCREST SENIOR PUNTER COMMITS TO NOTRE DAME
Hillcrest quarterback and punter Jay Bramblett loves football and has been around the game his entire life. But, loving the game is one thing; having the ability to be recognized as one of the nation’s top high school punters and the work ethic to learn a full scholarship to Notre Dame makes him something special.
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LOCAL YOUNG MAN INVITED TO TOUR WHITE HOUSE
By WVUA 23 Reporter Chelsea Barton and WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Savannah Bullard A Tuscaloosa preteen is on his way to the nation’s capital for a very special opportunity this Christmas season. Most 12-year-old boys are getting excited for video games or school closings this Christmas, but Brilyn Hollyhand said his Christmas wish came true
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SPIRIT OF ALABAMA: LONGTIME JUDGE REMINISCES ON 42-YEAR SERVICE TO TUSCALOOSA COUNTY
By WVUA 23 Reporter Mike Royer and WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Savannah Bullard Judge Hardy McCollum has a distinct laugh; one his friends would know anywhere. He’s a serious judge, a serious chairman of the Tuscaloosa County Commission, but he’s gregarious, enjoys being around people and is not afraid of work. “I was a paperboy,
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TUSCALOOSA WOMAN SPEAKS OUT AFTER BEING CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER
By WVUA 23 Reporter Jabaree Prewitt and WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Savannah Bullard A Tuscaloosa woman is trying to clear her name after she was arrested and charged with attempted murder on Dec. 17. Shikayah Johnson, 23, was arrested after being involved in a fight with another woman in the parking lot of the Campus
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DO YOU KNOW THIS MAN? CASH AWARD AVAILABLE FOR HELPING IDENTIFY REST STOP ROBBER
Police need your help finding this man. They believe he broke into several vehicles at the rest stop along Interstate 20/59 on Dec. 9. According to police, the suspect stole wallets and their contents – cash, identification, credit cards and debit cards – and used the money later at a convenience store on Ed Stephens
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SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER FOSTER’S FERRY ROAD SHOOTING
Investigators say they have a suspect in custody after he opened fire on a man in Tuscaloosa County on Dec. 19. It happened around 1:30 p.m. on Foster’s Ferry Road. The U.S. Marshals Task Force and Tuscaloosa Police officers tracked down 38-year-old Willie Terrell Wills and arrested him that night. He is charged with attempted
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HISTORIC DISTRICT RESIDENTS TIRED OF CONTINUOUS VANDALISM
Residents of one of Tuscaloosa’s historic districts say they’re tired of dealing with vandalism. Robert Nichol lives in the Alaca Place neighborhood, near Queen City Park in Tuscaloosa’s historic district. He said vandals have paid unwelcome attention to the community for years, and a white picket fence is always the target. According to Nichol, the
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EARLY SIGNING DAY
Several local athletes took part in the first day of the early signing period. Hillcrest punter and quarterback Jay Bramblett signed a national letter of intent to punt at Notre Dame. His teammate and wide receiver Tre’ Ross will take his talents to Troy. American Christian Academy punter Brooks Cormier signed with Purdue, and Northridge
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NICK SABAN PRESS CONFERENCE: 12-19-18
Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban meets with the media following the Early Signing Day Period today.
TUSCALOOSA’S MOST WANTED: DEC. 19, 2018
TUSCALOOSA – The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Department needs your help locating some of Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted. Twyla Wyteria Coleman, 32, is last known to be living in the area of Clover Road in Tuscaloosa. Coleman is wanted on charges of property theft. Marshall Wade Brown, 42, is last known to be living in the area of
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CHAMBER CHAT: DEC. 17, 2018
The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama has plenty of work coming up in the new year. Chamber CEO Jim Page stopped by the WVUA 23 studio Monday to discuss everything they’re working on for 2019. Catch the whole interview right here.
PET OF THE WEEK, DEC. 18, 2018: MEET SAGE
Check out this sweetie named Sage! Sage is a bobtailed kitten who’s about 6 months old. Sage was fostered in a home with other cats and three dogs, and has had frequent contact with children so he’d be a perfect part of just about any family. If you’re interested in making Sage or another potential
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MAN BEHIND BARS, ACCUSED OF RAPING 12-YEAR-OLD
A Tuscaloosa man is facing charges including rape after police say he assaulted a 12-year-old. Police said Michael Deshon Neal was charged with rape, sodomy, sexual abuse, attempted sodomy and attempted rape after the 12-year-old victim told friends at school of the abuse. Neal is in the Tuscaloosa County Jail on $195,000 in bonds.
LOCAL ORGANIZATION PROVIDES CHRISTMAS DINNER FOR COMMUNITY
One local organization hosted a community Christmas dinner for those in need Tuesday. Community Unity of West Alabama offered the dinner for anyone who wanted a hot meal at the McDonald Hughes Center. The event included entertainment, gift bags and information about the organization, who’s goal is bridging the gap and creating awareness within the
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