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DOUBLE HOMICIDE SUSPECT IDENTIFIED

A suspect has been identified in a double homicide case out of Sumter County, but authorities still need your help closing the case. Investigators released images of a suspect in the case, hoping the public could help identify him. The person of interest has been identified and there are warrants for his arrest. He’s Michael

DEONTAY WILDER DEFENDING TITLE IN BIRMINGHAM

Tuscaloosa native Deontay Wilder is back in action, ready to defend his world heavyweight title. This weekend in Birmingham, Deontay Wilder is defending his reign in front of a sold-out crowd in Bartow Arena. He’s taking on Eric Mollina, a Mexican-American boxer who says he wants to be the first Mexican-American Heavyweight Boxing Champ. Wilder

LAW ENFORCEMENT FORUM THURSDAY IN TUSCALOOSA

Action from police officers over the past several months has received national attention. Jerry Carter, branch president of the local NAACP, said the office has received calls in the past about some questionable police practices. “I’m not saying they are not valid complaints,” Carter said. “Internal affairs investigates them, but in some cases it’s just

LIFE-SAVING TRAINING

If you’ve seen Northport Fire Rescue on 5th Street this week, no need to be alarmed! Their Special Ops Team has been practicing what’s called Low Angle Rescue. You may ask,”What exactly is Low Angle Rescue?” Well, it consists of exercises to familiarize fire rescue teams with the best ways to transport a victim of an

JUDY BONNER TAPS DR. KEVIN WHITAKER FOR INTERIM PROVOST

In a letter to University of Alabama faculty and staff, current University of Alabama President Judy Bonner announced that Kevin Whitaker will serve as interim provost. Whitaker’s duties begin later this summer when current provost Joe Benson retires. In the letter, Bonner said she consulted with UA presidential nominee Stuart Bell, along with the Council

TUSCALOOSA RESIDENTS COMMEMORTATE BLOODY TUESDAY

A half century after Bloody Tuesday in 1964, Tuscaloosa residents marched in downtown Tuscaloosa to commemorate the tragic events of the civil rights struggle. The march brought out participants of all ages, but organizers said they hope to see more young people become involved with the march’s efforts in the future. The march was part

ONE PERSON’S DEAD IN SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT

Update: One woman is dead after a single vehicle accident on Finnel Cut-Off Road seven miles north of Northport Tuesday evening. Alabama State Trooper Reginal King says 51 year old Lisa Black Gunderson drove her vehicle off the road and and struck a tree. Gunderson was not wearing a seat-belt and was ejected from the

SUCCESS FROM LIVE ON THE PLAZA

Tuscaloosa City Councilman Matt Calderone says the first summer music concert series on Governor’s Plaza was a success. Calderone says about 350 showed up to the event. He says if the event continues to grow, it’s something he would love to expand. The series will be held every Friday for the month of June from 6

FUNDING FOR PUBLIC DEFENDER’S OFFICE

The City of Tuscaloosa will help fund the Public Defender’s Office. One of the programs in the Public Defender’s office is the Diversion program. It’s a form of sentencing, such as anger management. The program has played a key role in improving outcomes and rehabilitating youthful offenders. But, they only have enough money to get

NORTHPORT MAN FACES MUTLIPLE MARIJUANA CHARGES

NORTHPORT – A Northport man faces multiple felony charges after marijuana and drug paraphernaila were discovered in his home. Agents with the West Alabama Narcotics Task Force arrested 28-year-old Clinton Adam Greene of Northport at his Main Avenue home around 1 p.m. Monday. During a search of Greene’s home, agents recovered Marijuana, digital scales, and

ANGEL JONES CHARGED WITH MURDER OVER STABBINGS IN BUHL

A Tuscaloosa district judge found probable cause today to move forward with the prosecution of Angel Jones. Jones, 35, is charged with capital murder after she allegedly stabbed two people to death in Buhl. Roger Gregg, 55, and his ex-wife, Margaret Hutchins, 53, were stabbed to death at Gregg’s mobile home in May. .

LOUISIANA STATE’S VICE PRESIDENT TAPPED TO LEAD UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA

The University of Alabama has a new president. Today, UA announced that Stuart Bell, Louisiana State University’s executive vice president and provost, has accepted the job. If Bell is approved by the UA Board of Trustees, he’ll be the school’s fourth president since 2012. Current UA President Judy Bonner announced back in December that she

BLOODY TUESDAY & UNITY COMMEMORATION IN TUSCALOOSA

Reverend T.W. Linton talks about the planned march on June 9, 1964 also known as “Bloody Tuesday” from First African Baptist Church to downtown Tuscaloosa. Marchers were fighting for desegregated water fountains and bathrooms at the Tuscaloosa County Courthouse. Danny Steele, who was 14 years old says the the Police Department and the Klu Klux

SOLD BABY ITEMS COULD CONTAIN METH RESIDUE

One Coaling mother is concerned some items being sold on local garage sale sites may be contaminated with chemicals and residue from meth. Two infants were taken into DHR custody in May after a meth bust on Canyon Lake Road in Cottondale. We’re told the children belong to Sunnie Leighanne Ward, one of the women arrested

SHOOTING AT HODO HAVEN APARTMENTS

Tuscaloosa – A 17-year-old Tuscaloosa teen is behind bars and facing Attempted Murder charges after investigators say he shot his 20-year-old brother in the neck. Captain Gary Hood with Tuscaloosa County Homicide said 17-year-old Landis Ward took two shots at his brother with a .22 rifle around 1 o’clock Monday afternoon at 621 33rd Street

18 WHEELER OVERTURNS ON HIGHWAY 171

A early morning crash sent one person to the hospital just after 10 a.m. Sunday on Highway 171 near the 5-mile marker. Authorities said the tanker was carrying a mixed load of gasoline and diesel fuel when it overturned. It’s estimated several hundred gallons of fuel spilled, and the surrounding area was immediately evacuated. The driver of the

DEATH INVESTIGATION IN HOLT

A 43-year-old black male was found Saturday near the intersection of Holt Road and Alabama Avenue in Holt. Investigators have not released the victim’s name or how he was killed. If you have any information, call the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation continues..

NINTH ANNUAL HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL WAS HELD SATURDAY

The ninth annual Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day was held Saturday. Residents in Tuscaloosa County were able top drive to Tuscaloosa Environmental Services and drop off left over paints, light bulbs, gasoline and bleach. Any items that are labeled hazardous or flammable. All of the drop offs were disposed or recycled. .

FATHERS IN THE PARK DAY IN TUSCALOOSA

Hundreds of fathers gathered at Annette Shelby Park in Tuscaloosa on Saturday. Tuscaloosa One Place hosted the third annual “Fathers In The Park”. There were games for the kids, other activities and food. The event was to honor dads and give information for career and education programs. .

EARTHQUAKE ROCKS PARTS OF WEST ALABAMA

A small earthquake shook parts of West Alabama. The U.S. Geological Survey reports the 3.0 magnitude quake occurred Saturday afternoon nine miles northwest of Eutaw and 31 miles southwest of Tuscaloosa. The quake occurred at a depth of 3.9 miles. Earthquakes of that size are considered minor. No injuries were reported. .

AMERICAN PHAROAH WINS TRIPLE CROWN

By RICHARD ROSENBLATT AP Racing Writer NEW YORK (AP) – At long last, a Triple Crown! American Pharoah ended a record 37-year drought without a Triple Crown winner by soaring to victory in the Belmont Stakes on a historic Saturday in front of 90,000 cheering fans. The brilliant 3-year-old colt seized the lead from the

ROOMMATES KILLED IN SUMTER COUNTY

Two roommates were killed late Tuesday night at a residence off Lauderdale Road in Cuba. Authorities need your help finding a person of interest. He’s a light complected black male, between 5’6 and 5’10 in height with an athletic build. The night of the homicides, he was wearing a blue shirt and light colored jeans.

COMMUNITY SOUP BOWL NEEDS DONATIONS

Tuscaloosa’s Community Soup Bowl needs help so they can continue serving up meals to needy residents. Organizers say the kitchen is running low on food, and it’s asking local residents and businesses to host can food drives so the nonprofit can replenish their dwindling food supply. Soup bowl organizer Amy Grinstead says items they

LIVE AT THE PLAZA CONCERTS BEGIN IN JUNE

There’s a family-friendly event going on in downtown Tuscaloosa in June. A series of free concerts called “Live at the Plaza” kicks off at Government Plaza from 6-8 p.m. It will feature live music every Friday night and is free for anyone to attend. Everyone is allowed to bring coolers of beer or bottles of

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