Hazardous waste dropoff happening Saturday
Do you have any household hazardous waste items you need to get rid of? Well, you’re in luck because this Saturday, June 4, the city of Tuscaloosa is partnering up with Nucor…
Author: Aajene Robinson
ALDOT talks timeline for road construction projects
Anyone who hits the road in Tuscaloosa has noticed - and complained - about all the road work going on, especially along U.S. Highway 82 in Northport. The work happening there stretches…
Family speaks after Wednesday night stabbing incident
The family involved in a Wednesday evening incident that resulted in an infant's injury and a man being stabbed spoke with WVUA 23 today, saying what happened was the result of a…
Alabama Power partners with Black attorneys to expand opportunities
What initially started out as a group of African American attorneys coming together to help one another in the legal community more than 30 years ago quickly turned into the…
Tuscaloosa City Schools leaders reaffirm commitment to safety
As the nation mourns the murder of 19 children and two teachers at the hands of a school shooter in Uvalde, Texas, leaders of Tuscaloosa City Schools reevaluate their plans for safety…
Here's tips for navigating tough conversations with children
The nation is watching in the wake of a mass tragedy at an elementary school in Texas earlier this week. Children undoubtedly have questions or fears from the nation's discourse, and…
West Alabama Food Bank moving from Northport to Tuscaloosa
The West Alabama Food Bank needs more space, and it's getting that with an upcoming move from its warehouse in Northport to a larger one in Tuscaloosa. WAFB Executive Director…
Tuscaloosa County OKs one-time bonus for retired employees
Recently, the Tuscaloosa County Commission approved nearly $200,000 for a one-time bonus for those within the county's retirement system. Tuscaloosa County Probate Judge Rob Robertson said $172,500 from the county's general…
Tuscaloosa expanding on mental health programs
It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and we all know someone dealing with depression or anxiety. The city of Tuscaloosa has taken steps to address the area's mental health needs. One of those ways has been the creation of the new…
New student employment portal a huge success
West AlabamaWorks and the Tuscaloosa County Commission's new summer student employment portal is already off to a great start. The I.G.N.I.T.E. program, which recently launched, offers teens ages 14 to…
After 2 years off, Bowers Park pool opening up again
After a two-year closure because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bowers Park Pool at Bowers Park in Tuscaloosa is finally opening its gates for a fresh summer season. The pool,…
Need probate records? Tuscaloosa County launches online database
The Tuscaloosa County Probate Office is making it a heck of a lot easier to get records with the launch of its new online records site. This new software enables…
Need help installing a car seat? Tuscaloosa Fire Rescue can help
It's National Emergency Medical Services Week, and Tuscaloosa Fire Rescue Station No. 1 spent Wednesday helping new parents properly install their car seats. Infant seats, toddler seats and other child restraint…
City economy to continue recovering this summer
During his annual revenue report to the Tuscaloosa City Council on May 10, Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox said the city's economy has done an incredible job recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. But…
Tuscaloosa County ensuring children don't go hungry this summer
The Tuscaloosa County School System and the Alabama State Department of Education are hosting summer feeding programs in June and July for children 18 and younger. Brookwood High School, Holt…
First responders get hands-on ahead of Tutwiler demolition
It's been even noisier than usual over the past week near Tutwiler Hall on the University of Alabama campus. While the new Tutwiler dorm is moving right ahead on schedule for an…
Violent Crimes Unit investigating after 2 found dead in Holt fire
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office and Tuscaloosa Fire Rescue responded to a call earlier this week about a fire in the 1900 block of Garber Street in Holt.…
Police: Detailing business moonlighted as drug distribution site
The West Alabama Narcotics Task Force this week placed a man behind bars after a month-long investigation revealed his detailing shop was the site of more drug dealing than automotive work. Officers…
Ivey visits Pickens, Greene counties Tuesday
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey visited Pickens and Greene counties Tuesday, highlighting some of Alabama's best outdoor resources. Ivey started her day at Cooper Marine and Timberlands in Pickens County.…
Gas prices heading back up in Alabama
The average for gas in Alabama has risen almost 19 cents a gallon over the past week, bringing the average price to $4.02 a gallon. Local resident Patsy Edwards said the hike is alarming. “It seems to be going up…
Graduation weekend a boon for local businesses
With the University of Alabama’s spring 2022 graduation over the weekend, Tuscaloosa and surrounding areas were filled to the brim with visitors celebrating monumental achievements. Not to mention several UA sporting events,…
Fallen officers honored at Thursday ceremony
The Fraternal Order of Police King-Hubbard Lodge No. 10 in Tuscaloosa held its annual ceremony honoring fallen officers Thursday. This is the first ceremony since the pandemic.…
Crossing Points students prepare for first-ever graduation
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson For the first time, students who are part of the University of Alabama’s Crossing Points Program will walk across the state at Coleman Coliseum…
Northport Elementary gets firsthand look at how city runs
Almost 200 students from Northport Elementary School visited Northport City Hall on Wednesday, getting a first-hand look at how the city works. Northport Fire Rescue Public Information Officer…
