Taylor Pollock
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Taylor Pollock is a Reporter/MMJ at WBRC FOX6 news. She joined the team in May of 2023.
Taylor is no stranger to Alabama. She previously spent the last four years at WBRC’s sister station WTVY in Dothan. Taylor started out as a weekend anchor/MMJ and was promoted to evening anchor at WTVY in March of 2020.
Before her time in Dothan, Taylor also interned at sister station WSFA in Montgomery, AL.
In her free time, Taylor enjoys listening to music and watching documentaries, and spending time with her family, cats, and dog.
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Students can be seen bodycam video released by BPD, visibly traumatized by what happened at the Minor vs J.O. football game. One licensed counselor says while you’ll never be able to completely shield a child from all violence, there are options when it comes to helping a child cope.
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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy is something people may live with for awhile without experiencing any symptoms, but it can unfortunately be deadly.
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The group responsible is called Mayday Health, and they want people to know there are still ways to access abortion pills in Alabama, which has some of the strictest abortion bans in the country.
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From broken air conditioning to power being out for nearly a week, many residents at one Hoover Apartment complex have called FOX6 with various problems that never seem to get fixed -- the city says they’re working to make sure all issues get resolved.
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Some of these parks are just feet from each other, and leaders, including Mayor Randall Woodfin, say there are too many existing parks and not enough people who live in the city of Birmingham to justify maintaining all of them. They say now is the time to come up with a plan to merge.
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BFRS treated the band director at the stadium and then transported him to UAB. BPD officials say this is standard protocol for this type of incident.
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Three people have been arrested after a child went missing in Parrish in July 2023.
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The WellHouse aims to help survivors of human trafficking recover through it’s various programs, which includes on-site counseling and therapy. With the addition of it’s newest building, it aims to provide the perfect place to offer that essential resource.
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The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources recently opened up registration for “Hunting 101″ workshops. The classes not only introduce a new wave of people to hunting, but they also help that department protect and preserve Alabama wildlife.
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It could change the game for many athletes who have the procedure.
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According to Black Warrior Riverkeepers, a nonprofit whose mission is to protect that body of water, they’ve documented instances of Bluestone Coke violating environmental permits over the last five years, and say that it’s time for them to be held accountable.
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The company who’s bringing fiber internet to the city says it will be available in more than 2,600 homes.
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With flu season right around the corner and Covid cases increasing again, health experts say it’s time to start thinking about getting vaccines and boosters.
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Mayor Randall Woodfin posted on social media asking for 750 volunteers for Page Pals, which pairs students with volunteers to strengthen reading skills.
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The Birmingham VA wants veterans to know that they’re not alone, and that they have an entire support group throughout the Birmingham area.
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The Dolomite community is remembering Marquis Dontae Bell Jr., also affectionately known as MJ, after he was killed while playing near his home one year ago. Now, they’re hoping to help make their neighborhood safer.
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20-year-old Eldin Ulloa of Bessemer was arrested and charged with three counts of third degree assault, one count of first degree assault, and one count of reckless murder.
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Not only do sports bars have to make sure they have enough food, drinks and staff, they have to make sure they have a way for people to watch the games.
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According to the parent, it was a simple game of cops and robbers, and it’s a situation he believes could have been handled differently. The father says his first grader now has a permanent mark on his record.
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Many football fans also happen to be Spectrum customers, and you may be wondering how to watch games this season as Spectrum and Disney square off over contract negotiations. Experts say you have some options.
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Those who travel through Calera are seeing some relief after a new traffic upgrade.
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The City of Birmingham getting the ball rolling on some funding for upgrades for its fire stations.
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One mother says keeping the memory of Rodriguez Powell and Justin Taylor alive is going to be key in getting justice
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GBHS says as of right now they’re on standby to be notified of which areas need this supplies the most.
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Corporal Jerry Hughes with Vestavia Hills PD has his wife, daughter and others helping get the word out about his search, but he also has support from another family; his fellow officers.
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September is suicide prevention month, and some organizations are taking the opportunity to highlight the importance of mental health for law enforcement.
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Starting September 1, Alabama’s Missing and Endangered Persons Alert can now be issued for any adult if they are believed to be in danger.
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UAB is doing their part to make sure athletes stay in shape throughout football season, but they want to make sure both coaches and players know the seriousness of some common sports injuries, and more importantly, how to prevent them.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced funding for agencies across the nation today, with Jefferson County set to receive more than $1.5 million.
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Both teams wanted to win the game, but also shared the same hope as city leaders, members of the crowd, and mothers who have lost children to violence— to put a stop to violence in Birmingham.
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The president of Birmingham’s firefighter union says he’s aware of the conditions of several of the stations, including station 26, but ultimately the ball is in the city’s court of when renovations will be made.
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The Mid Alabama chapter’s executive director is working out of Florida to help coordinate those relief efforts.
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The assistant city manager says there’s a couple of different reasons why the city is having problems with trash, but they’re actively working on solutions for all of them.
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Fees were lowered to make adoption costs more affordable for those wanting a pet, and all the pets adopted today receive free health care for life.
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The residents of Morrell Todd Homes, which is part of Birmingham’s public housing, are no strangers to tragedy.
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The project is going to cost a little more than $3 million, but city officials say it’s enough for them to begin work to finally bring some relief to the area.
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Sports medicine experts say this year has been one like no other when it comes to extreme heat. They also say it’s having an impact on our area football players.
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There are more requirements to become a notary, but more money can also be earned. Legal experts say it’s not only an added layer of protection for Alabama’s notaries, but for anyone who uses them.
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We’ve already seen some big events that were planned for this weekend postponed due to concerns that the heat could pose a safety risk.
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For many of these filmmakers, they’re excited to showcase their work to an audience in a traditional theatre setting, and the people at Sidewalk want to make sure filmmakers everywhere know they’re here to help them accomplish that.
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Legal experts say since there’s little guidance on how the loan money would be used, it could create issues for private institutions like Birmingham Southern.
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Mothers Against Gun Violence was able to host their first dinner extravaganza for mothers in the community who have lost children to gun violence.
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When you look at the numbers, Alabama has the most species out of any state east of the Mississippi river. When it comes to endangered species, it’s number three in the country. One conservationist says education is going to be key in changing those numbers.
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Public safety officials say the incident could have been avoided. They’ve taken steps to prevent it from happening in the future, and are exploring other options as well.
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Relief continues to pour in to Hawaii after devastating fires that heavily damaged Maui and killed several. A local chapter of a non profit says they’re making preparations to put boots on the ground.
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This isn’t the first time tenants of the Park At Hoover Apartments have faced issues. FOX6 has received so many reports from concerned residents, we reached out to Hoover officials to see what’s being done.
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The family of that officer, who remains anonymous, says they’re grateful for Hoover PD stepping up and pitching in to help get him back to Maui.
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According to numbers shown in Wednesday’s City Council meeting, the city’s conflict resolution programs are having a huge impact.
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More than a month after the shocking attack, the company of station 9 has moved operations, just not back to their building in the Norwood neighborhood. Crimestoppers continues to urge more people to come forward.
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The new building has a few projects that are still being worked on, but many students, faculty and staff say they’re thankful and excited to finally have a place of their own.
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