By WVUA 23 News Reporter Maria Grenyo Memorial Day is Monday, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said thousands will travel over the weekend. Senior Alabama State Trooper Reginal King said drivers should ensure their vehicles are safe before traveling, including topping off fluids and inflating tires. He said everyone must watch out for aggressive
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – An Alabama inmate once condemned to die for a murder committed when he was 17 has lost a bid to overturn his current sentence of life without parole. The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals on Friday turned away the appeal of 40-year-old Gregory Wynn. He was convicted of capital murder in
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Whether you’re hiking in the mountains or the beautiful parks of Alabama, walking sticks are a useful accessory. They help improve balance, the efficiency of movement and improve your safety. Even experienced hikers on uneven terrain use walking sticks. They’re easy to buy. You can get some online or from your favorite sporting goods store.
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jessica Patterson Justin Taylor had dreams of becoming a motorcycle cop one day, but a wreck last year changed that goal. Nearly a year later, he’s happy to be back at work with the Tuscaloosa Police Department. Taylor was traveling on Harper Road in Northport on July 7th, 2020, when
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jessica Patterson Black Voters Matter announced the Freedom Riders 2021 Campaign and Bus Tour in honor of the 60th Anniversary of the Freedom Riders. The Blackest Bus in America will kick off on Juneteenth — that’s Saturday, June 19 — in Jackson, Mississippi, and end on June 26th in Washington,
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SAMSON, Ala. (AP) – A Tennessee teen missing since her father allegedly abducted her in 2019 has been located in Alabama. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says 18-year-old Daphne Westbrook was found safe in the town of Samson. A search continues for her father, John Westbrook, who is wanted on aggravated kidnapping charges after taking
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Khara Gibson-Taylor The Tuscaloosa Housing Authority is partnering with the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Alabama National Guard to bring a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic to the city of Tuscaloosa next week. On Tuesday, June 1, the organizations will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Crescent East Apartments,
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SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (AP) – A lawsuit filed over a dock fire that killed eight people at a county marina in north Alabama contends officials failed to ensure the safety of the structure. The wrongful death suit filed this week in Scottsboro names Jackson County commissioners, the city, insurers and others. It says fire, electrical and
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Isabel Hope There’s a simple way to show your patriotism this holiday weekend: help take care of the planet! With carbon emissions rising around the world, President Joe Biden has recently committed the United States to taking action on climate change through reducing our emissions 50% by 2030 among other
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TUSCALOOSA – The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office needs your help locating some of Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted. Christopher Dane Ward, 37, is last known to be living in the area of Bradley Lane in Vance. Ward is wanted on first-degree theft and third-degree burglary charges. Michael James Boles, 30, is last known to be living in
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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson While several restaurants have recently opened on the Strip, many students have already left for summer break, raising questions as to how this will affect the hiring process. Britteny Deal, general manager of the newly-opened Jersey Mike’s Subs, said the hiring process was difficult for the restaurant. “At
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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Maria Grenyo Jersey Mike’s Subs celebrated its grand opening Wednesday, May 26, on the Strip in Tuscaloosa. The restaurant, located at 1207 University Blvd., was busy all day, according to its manager Brittney Deal. With a goal of selling 350 foot-long subs, Deal said the restaurant had already sold 300
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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Johnson The Food and Drug Administration recently announced its decision to move forward with the banning of menthol cigarettes over the next year. The 2009 Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act, which granted the FDA power to regulate the tobacco industry, did not include menthol in its ban
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jessica Patterson Kentuck Art Center is hosting four different camps this summer for all ages. The Art Exploration Camp is for children that want to explore art mediums and practices. Janet Mego is teaching the basics of drawing with pencil and charcoal, exploring watercolor and acrylic painting fundamentals. Amy Smoot is
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Khara Gibson-Taylor With summer quickly approaching, more people are ready to hit the road and getaway. Great weather calls for great adventures. Hotel and campground bookings have continued to climb as more people are getting vaccinated. More travelers mean more job opportunities in the hospitality industry. Director of Hospitality Management
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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Johnson Memorial Day is one of the most popular boating holidays, with officials encouraging the community to take the necessary safety precautions. Freddie Ingram, a senior trooper with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, said it is important for people to remain alert while on the water. “The thing about
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By The Associated Press WASHINGTON – Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas says the government is taking “a very close look” at the possibility of vaccine passports for travel into and out of the United States. As head of the Department of Homeland Security, Mayorkas oversees the Transportation Security Administration, which safeguards the nation’s transportation systems.
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jessica Patterson Crimson Tide softball defends their 16-game winning streak against No. 14 seed Kentucky today for the first game of the best-of-three series at noon. Recap: Alabama vs. Kentucky, May 12, 2021 The teams’ last match-up was on May 12th in the SEC Tournament at Rhoads Field, where Alabama
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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Crimson Jeffers The Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority, the University of Alabama and the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center will host a Memorial Day celebration at Veterans Memorial Park on Monday, May 31, at 9 a.m. Petty Officer Tracey Benson said the event is open to the community, as it
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By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has vetoed legislation to delay next year’s high-stakes requirement to hold back third-graders who aren’t reading at grade level. Ivey’s office announced the action Thursday. The veto means that the promotion requirement will take effect at the end of the 2021-22 school
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By WVUA Digital Reporter Jessica Patterson, Broadcast Version By WVUA 23 Managing Editor Mike Royer The Tuscaloosa YMCA facilities are getting back to operations after dealing with over a year-long pandemic. In the ’60s Jack Warner and his company honored his brother, who died in an accident as a boy. They donated to build the
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Khara Gibson-Taylor The Chick-fil-A kickoff matchup between the defending champion Alabama Crimson Tide and Miami Hurricanes will have something that no football game has had since 2019: a full stadium of fans. This decision comes as part of a trend lifting COVID-19 restrictions across teams, leagues and stadiums. Peach Bowl
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jessica Patterson In recognition of Memorial Day, WVUA 23 will not air newscasts on Monday, May 31. Instead of news, we will air a half-hour special at 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. In the special, WVUA 23’s Mike Royer sits down with incoming Shelton State Community College President
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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Khara Gibson-Taylor The man who died at the Tuscaloosa County Jail on Tuesday, May 25, has been identified as 36-year-old Marcus Bell. Bell was pronounced dead shortly after he was found unresponsive in his jail cell. According to the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, he received life-saving measures until emergency responders
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