Gordo, Pickens County Ready for Next Chapter In 8-Mile War Rivalry
By WVUA-23 Sports Reporter Jack Hutchens If you travel westbound down Highway 82 from Tuscaloosa, and you'll find a high school football rivalry unlike any other. It's…
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As interest rates rise, housing remains a solid investment
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Savannah Denton TUSCALOOSA - The federal government raised interest rates once again this week, directly affecting interest rates on all sorts of loans. Tyler Bigbie with Keller…
Stillman College gets grant for new cyber security training center
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Fusco Stillman College is getting nearly $3 million from the U.S. Economic Development Administration that will be used for funding renovations in Geneva Hall and…
Tuscaloosa City School Superintendent has contract extended
TUSCALOOSA - Tuscaloosa City Schools voted to extend Superintendent Mike Daria's contract. His salary will also increase to $272,000 per year. "The parents, students, and faculty make it a wonderful…
Shelton State hosts memorial for veterans lost to suicide
By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Jeremiah Hatcher TUSCALOOSA - Shelton State Community College is raising awareness of the rising number of veterans committing suicide. The We Remember campaign took place…
Wanna vote in the Nov. 8 election? Get registered now if you're not already
By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Jeremiah Hatcher TUSCALOOSA - Alabama's Nov. 8 General Election will be here before you know it, and Alabama's Secretary of State's Office is encouraging everyone who…
Tuscaloosa bar too packed? Owners, managers can expect harsh punishment
By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Gracie Fusco TUSCALOOSA - Many bars on the Strip near the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa are jam-packed most, if not every night of the week. Now,…
Stillman College, VA Medical Center team up for Stomp Out Suicide
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Caleb Aguayo TUSCALOOSA - Stillman College partnered with the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center to produce "Stomp Out Suicide," a step show meant to raise awareness on…
City school board: Threats won't be tolerated
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Karnera Gafford TUSCALOOSA - The Tuscaloosa City Board of Education said it will be stepping up its response when people make false reports after several…
Memorial HIV/AIDS quilts on display at Alabama
By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Avery Lake TUSCALOOSA - Memorial quilts are now on display in the University of Alabama's Intercultural Diversity Center, honoring those who lost their lives to HIV/AIDS. Sept.…
POW/MIA Recognition Day: VFW vows to never forget
COTTONDALE - Local Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6022 brought awareness to National POW-MIA Recognition Day, which happened Friday. The post hosted a ceremony honoring the 81,500 men and women who…
Alabama football ready to kick off SEC play
By WVUA-23 Sports Reporter Samantha Huver Alabama is preparing to kick off Southeastern Conference play. The Crimson Tide (3-0) is hosting the Vanderbilt Commodores (3-1) this Saturday. "They're a…
Local fundraisers benefit suicide prevention, awareness
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Giselle Hood TUSCALOOSA - September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and a number of organizations have been doing their part to help spread the message. One…
The University of Alabama gives a sneak preview of new building on campus
By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Emily Benito TUSCALOOSA - The University of Alabama is going high-tech with its fashion retailing and apparel design schools, and on Friday it showcased what's in store. Drummond Lyon Hall will have design…
Tuscaloosa mother shares concerns about son missing in Ukraine
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Emily Benito TUSCALOOSA - The third Friday of September is marked to remember those who served our country and are missing in action or prisoners of…
Spirit of Alabama: Building legends one outfit at a time
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Asher Redd TUSCALOOSA - You only get one chance to make a first impression, and one of the biggest ingredients is…
It's not just food on the shelves: Production prices are soaring, too
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Giselle Hood TUSCALOOSA - Most people don't think about where food comes from, but higher grocery prices are giving shoppers pause. But this problem isn't on…
Don't want your car stolen? Don't leave your keys in it
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Gracie Fusco TUSCALOOSA - WVUA 23 confirmed several car break-ins and thefts in the recent weeks. One thing most of them had in common: the cars were…
Habitat for Humanity expanding West Tuscaloosa plans
By WVUA23 News Reporter Gracie Fusco TUSCALOOSA - Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa has been building new homes for families for decades. Now, the nonprofit agency is about to embark on one of…
What you need to remember after biggest one-day drop in U.S. stocks
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Savannah Denton TUSCALOOSA - U.S. stocks nosedived Tuesday, leading to one of its biggest one-day drops since 2020. The drop was sparked by a surprising inflation report showing…
Two Tuscaloosa schools are locked down after receiving threats
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Karnera Gafford Cottondale - A threatening Instagram post and an anonymous phone call sent Eastwood Middle School into lockdown at 2:50 in the afternoon earlier…
New competition gathers fresh info about Alabama’s ecosystem
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Emily Benito TUSCALOOSA - The University of Alabama and Auburn University are competing again, but this time it's not about football. The two schools are in…
Vandalism isn't fun and games, Northport mayor warns students
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Jeremiah Hatcher NORTHPORT - Homecoming season is right around the corner, and Northport Mayor Bobby Herndon has a message for students stocking up on TP and eggs:…
2023 Tuscaloosa City Schools budget includes raises, renovations
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Caleb Aguayo TUSCALOOSA - The Tuscaloosa City Schools Board of Education approved its five-year capital plan and 2022-23 fiscal year budget Tuesday. The budget includes…
