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The cold front has moved through, and we get to enjoy a cool and dry afternoon. Plan for temperatures to remain a few degrees below average today.

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Dozens of missing children cases in Alabama unsolved

Coronavirus: RIGHT NOW

Should people who are fully vaccinated and recovered from COVID-19 get a booster?

News

Birmingham Police say they’re conducting a homicide that happened on Sunday Night.

BPD: Argument leads to deadly Sunday night shooting; 23-year-old victim ID’d

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State

Is Alabama ready for surge in electric vehicle use?

Updated: 14 minutes ago

By Brittany Dionne

The Executive Director of the Alabama Clean Fuel Coalition said the state hoped to have about 20% of cars on state roadways be electric by 2030.

News

UPDATE: 18-year-old man found shot to death in the road in Birmingham

Updated: Oct. 24, 2021 at 10:24 AM CDT

By WBRC Staff

Sgt. Mauldin with Birmingham PD said the man was found by a patrolling officer in a remote area behind the airport in the 1700 block of 87th Street North.

News

Water line break at Inverness Elementary School, in person learning cancelled

Updated: 2 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

There will be no in-person learning Tuesday at Inverness Elementary School due to a water line break.

Central Alabama

Birmingham program offering monthly payments to single moms

Updated: 21 hours ago

By Associated Press

A new program will offer monthly payments to single mothers in Birmingham.

News

Man driving golf cart dies after being hit by a car

Updated: 10 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

Benny R. Kimbrough, 81, of Moulton, Alabama was fatally injured when the golf cart he was driving across the roadway and was struck by a car.

News

Train blocking part of Highway 150 in Bessemer

Updated: 12 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

Norfolk Southern confirmed the train belongs to them and they also told Lt. Clemons they were “waiting on a crew” to fix the issue.

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Legion Field vaccine site temporarily closed

Updated: 11 hours ago

By Catherine Patterson

The plan is for the site to reopen Wednesday, November 3.

Coronavirus: RIGHT NOW

UAB study aims to find reasons behind lingering COVID symptoms

Updated: 13 hours ago

By Catherine Patterson

UAB researchers will enroll 900 COVID survivors to help find out why some people are so-called “COVID long haulers.”

News

City of Dora is paying employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19

Updated: 13 hours ago

By Chasity Maxie

Mayor Randy Stephens wants to stress the incentive is only available to city employees, and not the general public.

News

What’s next for the Etowah County MegaSports Complex?

Updated: 14 hours ago

By Bria Chatman

A motion was filed last month by Senator Andrew Jones to intervene after the sports authority requested almost $10 million to refinance existing debt and finish the project.

News

Moderna says it’s COVID vaccine is safe, effective for children ages 6 to 11, local pediatrician reacts

Updated: 14 hours ago

By Chasity Maxie

A local pediatrician said he’s excited about Moderna’s announcement and is hopeful it will be approved for children ages six to 11 in the coming weeks.

News

St. Clair County residents to vote on property tax increase

Updated: 14 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

If passed, this means more money for the school system.

National

Police: 2 dead, 4 injured in Idaho mall shooting

Updated: 12 hours ago

By Associated Press

The Boise Towne Square shopping mall is located in Idaho’s largest city and is the city’s largest mall.

Tuscaloosa News

Mental health officer online training in Tuscaloosa

Updated: 15 hours ago

By Kelvin Reynolds

For the past six months, UA’s school of Social Work and Center For the Advanced Public Safety have developed an online training program for law enforcement.

West Alabama

First female state legislator from Tuscaloosa

Updated: 15 hours ago

By Kelvin Reynolds

Cynthia Lee Almond hopes to make an impact in Montgomery representing the people of Tuscaloosa.

Central Alabama

Stopping illegal street racing and exhibition in Birmingham

Updated: 14 hours ago

By Alan Collins

People who live in the city of Birmingham are continuing to complain about drag or street racing.

State

Gov. Ivey calls special session on reapportionment, appropriation of ARPA funds for healthcare

Updated: 17 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

"Additionally, I have included an appropriation of $80 million in ARPA funding for eligible reimbursements for Alabama hospitals and nursing homes until the Legislature can more holistically address ARPA funding in the upcoming Regular Session in January."

Central Alabama

16-year-old Fairfield boy missing

Updated: 17 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

Deputies said Deandre Woods was last seen on October 19, 2021.

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Hoover house fire under investigation

Updated: 19 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

The fire happened in the 4700 block of Sandpiper Lane in an upstairs room.

State

Governor Ivey issues Executive Order to fight COVID-19 vaccine mandates

Updated: 19 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

"As long as I am your governor, the state of Alabama will not force anyone to take a covid-19 vaccine. Through today’s order, the state of Alabama is making our position on this issue crystal clear. A state law in response to President Biden is not enough. The courts are where this will be resolved."

Sports

Birmingham Squadron finalize roster for team’s first training camp in Birmingham

Updated: 19 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

The Birmingham Squadron, NBA G League affiliate of the New Orleans Pelicans, have finalized their roster for the team’s first training camp in Birmingham which started on October 25.

News

Trussville Police: Adopted 12-year-old girl abused and neglected, investigation underway

Updated: Oct. 24, 2021 at 7:11 AM CDT

By WBRC Staff

The child also suffered bruises, scratches and lacerations on her spine, legs, arms, and feet, and had lost a significant amount of weight.

News

Gadsden accident kills 2 people

Updated: 22 hours ago

By WBRC Staff

Officers responded to the two-car accident near Highway 11 and Moragne Avenue on Saturday around 1 a.m.

State

Mayors of Alabama’s largest cities gathering in Montgomery

Updated: Oct. 25, 2021 at 6:33 AM CDT

By Associated Press

The mayors of Alabama’s 10 largest cities are holding two days of meetings in the capital to discuss legislative priorities and other issues.

News

Birmingham Police investigate serious crash on Carraway Blvd.

Updated: Oct. 24, 2021 at 11:08 PM CDT

By Chasity Maxie

Birmingham Police are investigating a crash that left five people injured, including three children.

National

Underserved and rural communities now have access to millions of dollars for health care

Updated: Oct. 25, 2021 at 9:32 AM CDT

By Nicole Neuman

“We still don’t have obstetricians, maternal care east of the river like we should. We didn’t have enough ophthalmologists.”

On Your Side Investigations

How can you prevent a hack?

Updated: Oct. 22, 2021 at 10:25 PM CDT

By Dawne Gee

Cyber and IT expert Jeff Birner said no one is safe when it comes to cybercrimes.

News

UAB and Bundles of Hope Diaper Bank team up for community event

Updated: Oct. 24, 2021 at 10:53 PM CDT

By Chasity Maxie

UAB’s Live HealthSmart Alabama Mobile Market and Bundles of Hope Diaper Bank are partnering to get pantry staples, frozen foods, fresh produce, diapers, and feminine hygiene products to those who need them most.