Tuscaloosa City Council approves moving fire station
By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Rachel Nadeau The Tuscaloosa City Council approved moving Fire Station No. 6 to a new location Tuesday. This decision is the first step toward beginning…
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Tuscaloosa Public Library launches new program focused on community
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jas Orr The Tuscaloosa Public Library is launching Crafting Community, a new free program, at the New Heights Community Resource Center from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23. The program geared toward children and…
Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of Elvis, dies at age 54
(AP) - Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley — died Thursday after being hospitalized earlier that day, her mother said in a statement. The singer was 54. “It is with a heavy heart that I must share…
Police: Man intentionally drove off California cliff with wife and 2 children
By: Taylor Romine and Aya Elamroussi, CNN A 41-year-old California man was placed under arrest Tuesday on multiple charges after he allegedly intended to drive off a cliff on the Pacific Coast Highway with his wife and two children in the car,…
Severe weather expected in West Alabama
7am Tuesday Update: There is a change in the time line of the storms to come through our area. The Storm Prediction Center has placed all of Alabama in a risk, with a slight risk (level 2 of 5) north…
Paid apprenticeship programs are now in every Alabama community college
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Caleb Aguayo New opportunities give Alabama residents the ability to focus on college and earning a living at the same time. The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) announced Tuesday that registered apprenticeship programs are now…
Super Skate hosting Pride Skating Night
It’s time to strap on your skates. Druid City Pride and Druid City Derby are hosting Pride Skate Night at Super Skate in Tuscaloosa Wednesday, Sept. 28. The event will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission is free, but…
Tuscaloosa business celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Daniel Tomas TUSCALOOSA - It’s called Mes de la Hispanics, also known as, Hispanic Heritage Month. A Tuscaloosa owned Hispanic business hosted its first ever block…
Northport hands over $30K to Tuscaloosa District Attorney's office
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Asher Redd NORTHPORT -The city of Northport is helping the Tuscaloosa County District Attorney's Office with the thing it needs most: Funding. On Monday,…
Mural at Stillman College honors Black Lives Matter movement
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Emily Benito Stillman College now has a permanent reminder that Black Lives Matter on its campus thanks to a local artist. Freelance artist, art teacher…
Eutaw/Boligee water discussion continues this week
Greene County's cities of Eutaw and Boligee are in the middle of figuring out who should own Boligee's water and sewer system. Boligee residents said they've been dealing with dirty water and dismal water pressure for some time. Currently, Eutaw…
Tuscaloosa's One Place hosting food pantry in Cottondale Friday
Tuscaloosa's One Place is doing what it can about ensuring those who need food have food, and this month the organization is bringing its latest food drive to Cottondale. The drive is happening Friday, Sept. 16, at Cottondale Elementary School.…
Supplies for tickets results: More than 1K in school items, 250 fines forgiven
Last month, the city of Tuscaloosa had an excellent deal on offer: Pay your parking tickets with school supply donations. Now that the event is over, here are the numbers: More than 1,100 items were collected Representing about 250 overtime…
Getting transportation to those in need is focus of annual Glow Ball event
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Emily Benito TUSCALOOSA - EasterSeals of West Alabama is hosting a glow-in-the-dark mini golf fundraiser and cocktail party on Tuesday, Sept. 13 from 5:30 to 9…
Council voting on medical marijuana dispensaries again Tuesday
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Johnson The Tuscaloosa City Council is expected to vote Tuesday on whether or not to will allow medical marijuana dispensaries within city limits. Last week's 5-1…
After years of mourning son, mom moves to make a difference
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Johnson A Northport mother who lost her son to gun violence several years ago doesn’t want other families traveling in her shoes. So she’s doing something about it. On Thursday, Lolita Richey hosted an…
Got talent? Auditions for yearly search are under way
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Johnson Kip Tyner kicked off his 34th annual talent search with auditions on Thursday evening. The talent search is looking for people of all ages…
Alabama getting $8M for Crimson Ride upgrade
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Fusco The University of Alabama has received a grant that will allow a more eco-friendly way to get around campus. UA was granted nearly $8…
Police memorial ride happening Sunday
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Emily Caswell The Tuscaloosa Police Department is hosting a memorial motorcycle ride Sunday, Aug. 21 in honor of one of its fallen officers. Tuscaloosa Police Investigator…
Alabama considers adding new statewide graduation requirement
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Elise Anzaldua The Alabama State Department of Education is considering adding new criteria that can determine how ready high school seniors are for the next step of…
Boozed and Approved: City OKs alcohol in Bryant-Denny
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Asher Redd As long as the state gives a final OK, the University of Alabama will soon be joining several other SEC schools in allowing alcohol sales at football games. On Tuesday, the Tuscaloosa City…
Residents tired of floods when rain hits their street
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Johnson Sharon Binion, a resident of Tuscaloosa who lives off 10th Avenue on 19th Street has been greatly affected over the years by flooding during heavy…
First responders host National Night Out Aug. 2
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Johnson National Night Out is celebrated annually in all areas of the country to help strengthen the relationship of first responders and their communities. Tuesday…
School leaders to parents: Being in class first day is imperative
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Asher Redd School systems around West Alabama are reminding parents that having their children attend the first days of school isn't a suggestion: It's mandatory. A…
