November 2020 - WVUA 23

Alabama Hospitals See Highest Number of Covid Patients Since Pandemic Began

November 30, 2020

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According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, state hospitals reported seeing 1,717 patients Monday alone. That’s the highest number of Covid-19 patients hospitalized in Alabama since the pandemic began. The previous high was a little over 1,600 in mid-summer. WVUA 23 spoke with President of the Alabama Hospital Association Dr. Don Williamson, who is

Pet of the Week, Nov. 30, 2020: Meet, Bella!

November 30, 2020

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This week’s Humane Society of West Alabama Pet of the Week is Bella! Bella is a gorgeous 3 to 4-year old green-eyed tabby cat who is looking for a home where she will be the only pet. This beautiful girl finds other animals too stressful, but she loves getting attention from humans. She used to

Alabama Defeats Auburn in 85th Iron Bowl

November 30, 2020

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TUSCALOOSA –The number one ranked Alabama Crimson Tide faced the Auburn Tigers in the 85th Iron Bowl on Saturday. Despite COVID-19 regulations, fans arrived to support the Tide against its biggest rival. “Well, I hope we have a big win today,” said Bama fan Brandi Little before kickoff. “I actually married an Auburn graduate, so

Apparent Human Remains Discovered in Greene County

November 30, 2020

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GREENE COUNTY — The Greene County Sheriff’s Office has launched an investigation after hunters discovered what appear to be human remains in a wooded area off of County Road 211 on Friday. Greene County Sheriff Joe Benison told WVUA 23 his deputies, with assistance from the State Bureau of Investigation, are still searching the area

Local Stores React to 2020 Small Business Saturday

November 30, 2020

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By WVUA 23 Reporter Julia Smith TUSCALOOSA — Local stores in Tuscaloosa were open for Small Business Saturday. The annual shopping holiday falls on the Saturday after Thanksgiving each year, one day after the busiest shopping day of the year, Black Friday. Although this year was not as busy as past Black Fridays, owner of

CRIMSON TIDE KICKOFF: WEEK 10, 11/28/20

November 28, 2020

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CTKO previews the Iron Bowl, as Alabama football prepares to play the Auburn Tigers at Bryant-Denny Stadium. We’ll update Alabama Coach Nick Saban’s status after he tests positive for the COVID-19 virus — find out where he thinks he will be missed the most, and why he comfortable handing the coaching duties to offensive coordinator

Crock-Pot Cooker Being Recalled for Burn Risk

November 25, 2020

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There’s an important recall that could impact how you make your Thanksgiving dishes. Sunbeam Products is voluntarily recalling more than 900,000 of its 6-quart Express Crock Multi-Cookers. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the device can pressurize when the lid isn’t fully locked. That could cause the lid to pop off suddenly and eject hot

Tis the Season for Giving Back

November 25, 2020

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Shanaya Daughtrey TUSCALOOSA, AL — Now more than ever with everything going on in our country- COVID-19, a resurgence of case numbers, police brutality, and unresolved election results- it may be difficult to find the silver lining amidst the chaos. Nonetheless, it is the season of giving. It is the

FDA Discovers New Way of Tracking Outbreaks

November 25, 2020

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By WVUA 23 Contributor Harrison Holland The U.S. Food and Drug Administration found a new method for tracking outbreaks. It will also begin to publicize weekly reports of outbreak cases and their investigations. Updates will include each stage of an investigation. Prior to this, Americans waited for public health announcements or recalls before becoming concerned.

Former UA Athletics Administrator Guilty of NCAA Infractions

November 25, 2020

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By WVUA 23 Contributor Harrison Holland A former assistant athletics director at The University of Alabama violated NCAA ethical conduct rules, according to a decision by the Division I Infractions Committee. The former UA employee received money to facilitate a meeting between the father of a student-athlete, a financial advisor and the advisor’s representation. The

Alabama Storms the Wildcats

November 25, 2020

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By WVUA23 Digital Reporter Jennaya Lazenby TUSCALOOSA, Ala.- The Alabama Crimson Tide football team breezed by Kentucky over the weekend. On Saturday night Alabama faced the Wildcats, it was close only in the first quarter, when it ended 7-3 with Alabama leading by four. But Bama took off, ending the half 28-3. With Mac Jones

Annual Iron Bowl Wager Between Mayors Continues

November 25, 2020

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Nayeli Pineda TUSCALOOSA – It’s that time of the year again. Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox and Auburn Mayor Ron Anders are continuing with their annual wager on the Iron Bowl. This is the eighth consecutive year upholding the tradition between the two mayors and Mayor Maddox’s 16th year participating in

Alabama Beat Auburn in Annual Food Drive

November 25, 2020

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Anne Houtz The University of Alabama won the 2020 Beat Auburn Beat Hunger food drive for the fourth year in a row, raising 291,047 pounds of food, over Auburn’s 259,160 pounds of food. The results were announced at an outdoor event at the West Alabama Food Bank last Friday morning. The food

GM Recalling 7M Vehicles Over Takata Airbags

November 25, 2020

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General Motors is recalling about 7 million vehicles worldwide after losing a four-year battle with regulators. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration mandated the recall Monday, saying the Takata airbags in the vehicles are dangerous. They’re linked to 17 deaths and the largest auto recall in history. GM already recalled 800,000 vehicles with the airbags,

Alabama Sets Record for Foster Care Adoptions This Year

November 25, 2020

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Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced that, for the third year in a row, Alabama reported a record number of foster care adoptions. There were 814 foster care adoptions throughout the 2020 fiscal year, which is an all-time record for the state. Last year was also a record year for adoptions, with 731. “I

Habitat for Humanity Dedicates Latest Home This Week

November 25, 2020

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Habitat for Humanity is dedicating their latest house just before Thanksgiving. The new home is an extra special thing the Watford family can give thanks for this year, said homeowner Latesha Watford. “It means a lot for Habitat to be able to bless people,” Watford said. “So it really means a lot and it’s a

Spirit of Alabama: Sorority Partners with Local Charity to Make Children’s Christmas Brighter

November 25, 2020

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Organizations hosting donation drives for Christmas aren’t unusual around the holidays, but University of Alabama sorority Delta Zeta is getting a head start on their goal of helping families in need. Tuscaloosa One Place Executive Director Amanda Lightsey said the family resource center serves thousands every year. This year, the need is exponentially larger. “Each

Nearly 2 Years After Fire, Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church Installs New Steeple

November 25, 2020

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Members of Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa have a little extra something they’re thankful for this week. The church’s sanctuary was destroyed in a fire in March 2019. No one was injured, but the church was left badly damaged. But on Tuesday morning, Mt. Pilgrim’s new steeple was installed atop their rebuilt sanctuary. Mt.

Chuck’s Fish Offering Thanksgiving Meal To-Go Only This Year

November 25, 2020

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Chuck’s Fish is still planning on serving free Thanksgiving meals to anyone who comes on Thursday, but this year will be a little different. Food will be to-go only and will be distributed via drive-thru or walk-up service from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The city of Tuscaloosa is working with Chuck’s Fish to ensure

A ‘Black Parade’ Grammys: Beyoncé Leads with 9 Nominations

November 25, 2020

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By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) – Beyoncé is bringing her Black parade to the Grammys: The pop star’s anthem about Black pride scored multiple nominations Tuesday, making her the leading contender with nine. Beyoncé picked up song and record of the year bids with “Black Parade,” which she released on Juneteenth,

Groups Criticize Secretary of State Over Social Media Posts

November 25, 2020

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – A coalition of social justice groups has criticized Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill’s social media posts, including a since-deleted retweet that mentioned a “war on whites.” The groups and individuals held a news conference Tuesday at the Alabama Capitol to follow up on a letter sent last week. Some speakers

Alabama Man Suffers Fatal Fall in Smoky Mountains

November 25, 2020

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GATLINBURG, Tenn. (AP) – Officials say an Alabama man has died after falling from an overlook in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Park official said 48-year-old Wesley Brandon Stedham of Warrior, Alabama, suffered severe head trauma in the fall from the Chimney Tops overlook along Newfound Gap Road on Tuesday. News outlets report Stedham had

Saban Tests Positive for COVID-19 Again

November 25, 2020

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University of Alabama football head coach Nick Saban has tested positive for COVID-19. Again. The university released the following statement from Dr. Jimmy Robinson and Jeff Allen this morning: “This morning we received notification that Coach Saban tested positive for COVID-19. He has very mild symptoms, so this test will not be categorized as a

Maddox: COVID Increase is Concerning for Tuscaloosans

November 25, 2020

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Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox says he’s concerned over a surge of COVID-19 cases in and around Tuscaloosa. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, Tuscaloosa County had 133 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday. The county is at the highest seven-day average of COVID cases since the beginning of the pandemic, Maddox said. But

Archives: November 2020

Alabama Hospitals See Highest Number of Covid Patients Since Pandemic Began

Pet of the Week, Nov. 30, 2020: Meet, Bella!

Alabama Defeats Auburn in 85th Iron Bowl

Apparent Human Remains Discovered in Greene County

Local Stores React to 2020 Small Business Saturday

CRIMSON TIDE KICKOFF: WEEK 10, 11/28/20

Crock-Pot Cooker Being Recalled for Burn Risk

Tis the Season for Giving Back

FDA Discovers New Way of Tracking Outbreaks

Former UA Athletics Administrator Guilty of NCAA Infractions

Alabama Storms the Wildcats

Annual Iron Bowl Wager Between Mayors Continues

Alabama Beat Auburn in Annual Food Drive

GM Recalling 7M Vehicles Over Takata Airbags

Alabama Sets Record for Foster Care Adoptions This Year

Habitat for Humanity Dedicates Latest Home This Week

Spirit of Alabama: Sorority Partners with Local Charity to Make Children’s Christmas Brighter

Nearly 2 Years After Fire, Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church Installs New Steeple

Chuck’s Fish Offering Thanksgiving Meal To-Go Only This Year

A ‘Black Parade’ Grammys: Beyoncé Leads with 9 Nominations

Groups Criticize Secretary of State Over Social Media Posts

Alabama Man Suffers Fatal Fall in Smoky Mountains

Saban Tests Positive for COVID-19 Again

Maddox: COVID Increase is Concerning for Tuscaloosans

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