Bright Spots: Locking arms with the Bojangles man
Freedom of speech is one the most basic rights in our country. One local man exercises his outside the Bojangles at Tuscaloosa's Five Points area just about every single day. Chances are…
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Stillman College athlete exceeds both on, off the track
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Mason Smith When you think of Tuscaloosa, the first thing that often comes to mind is the University of Alabama. But three miles away from the flagship institution is Stillman College, a historically Black…
Tuscaloosa unveils statue of Deontay Wilder Wednesday
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Drew Pavan The city of Tuscaloosa unveiled a new statue honoring Tuscaloosa native and former World Boxing Champion Deontay Wilder on Wednesday. Wilder…
2 arrested in shooting at strip mall on Highway 69 South
Tuscaloosa Police were in the right place at the right time Thursday afternoon, as an officer working a wreck on Highway 69 South overheard a shootout between two people as it happened. The shooting happened in a strip mall…
2 teens rescued after they called 911, reported being trafficked
Two teenage victims of sex trafficking are back home safe with their families after contacting Tuscaloosa Police for help on Wednesday. The girls, ages 15 and 18, called 911 from a Tuscaloosa hotel room, asking for help to return to…
"101 Days of Safety" begins Friday at midnight
Starting at midnight on Friday, May 27, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will kick off "101 Days Of Safety," a summer-long initiative promoting public safety through partnerships with first responders…
Tuscaloosa's Most Wanted: May 25, 2022
The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office needs your help locating some of Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted. Jerry Allen Holt, 44, is last known to be living in the area of Star Dust…
Health Matters: Geriatric Mental Health
By WVUA23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick Staying healthy means more than taking care of your body. It also means taking care of your mind. Dr. James Reeves, a psychiatrist at University…
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…
Man wanted in Texas captured in Tuscaloosa County
A man with active warrants in Texas was taken into custody after a police chase that injured a Northport Police officer Wednesday afternoon. The incident started around 3:45 p.m., when a Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office deputy stopped a vehicle that…
Britt, Brooks headed for June 21 runoff
Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama’s Republican primary for U.S. Senate is going to a June runoff between Katie Britt and U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks. The Republicans are seeking the nomination for the Senate seat now held by U.S.…
Ivey cruises to win in Republican primary with 55% of vote
By WVUA Digital Reporter Jas Orr Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey will once again be representing the Republican ticket November's General Election. In unofficial results Tuesday night, Ivey sailed ahead of her fellow candidates with 55% of the vote, while Lindy Blanchard…
Alabama Primary Elections - Full West Alabama Race Results
Here is a comprehensive list of Alabama's primary election results. Results are organized from state to local level and will be updated throughout the night. Results will not be certified until May 31. These results are preliminary. Governor's Race [gtx_elections…
Proposed amendment would boost Alabama's state parks
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Johnson The Alabama State Primary Election Ballot includes one amendment to the state constitution that would help Alabama's 21 state parks. Statewide Amendment 1 aims to provide up to $85 million in municipal bonds…
As voters head to the polls, some candidates are neck and neck
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Asher Redd Alabama's Primary election features plenty of mega-tight races and major spending, and Secretary of State John Merrill said every voter's voice matters. "This election is always…
Greene County EMS director resigns in wake of closure claims
The Greene County Emergency Medical Service's director and several others are resigning after several weeks of uncertainty regarding the organization's future. Last week, GCEMS Director Zac Bolding disseminated a letter claiming the organization would close for good on Friday, May…
UPDATE: Authorities searching for second suspect in gas station shooting
UPDATE 1 p.m., May 24, 2022: The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is searching for a man who may have been involved in a shooting Monday at a Tuscaloosa gas station. If you recognize the man in the photos…
Alabama's Primaries: How and why to vote
Alabama's Primary election is happening May 24, and anyone eligible to vote is encouraged to do so. This election will decide the Democratic and Republican candidates who make it onto the General Election ballot in the Nov. 8 election, including…
Donations roll in to save Greene County ambulance service
The Greene County Emergency Medical Service is getting help from its compatriots after a brush with insolvency and a potential shutdown last week. The Greene County EMS Board of Directors held a meeting last week to discuss potential sources of…
COVID booster approved for children as young as 5
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending children between ages 5 and 11 get a COVID-19 booster shot. That recommendation comes after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved…
Tuscaloosa's Most Wanted: May 18, 2022
The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office needs your help locating some of Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted. Kevonte White, 21, is last known to be living in the area of Valley Hills Drive…
Saban, Fisher fire nasty shots over NIL
By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Drew Pavan Alabama head football coach Nick Saban has called out Texas A&M, saying that the program purchased its top ranked signing class Wednesday…
Jeremiah's Community Garden in need of equipment
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyle Hamrick "Give what you can, take what you need" is the motto that guides Jeremiah's Community Garden, a nonprofit food provider located off James I. Harrison…
Fifth suspect arrested in shooting of 3-year-old in pool
A fifth person is facing attempted murder charges after a 3-year-old child swimming in an apartment complex pool wound up shot after a gunfight broke out Monday afternoon. Kevonte Marteze Griffin, 19, is charged with two counts of attempted murder…
