Politics
No Crime Committed in Tuscaloosa City Hall Incident Involving Councilor
Police say verbal dispute between city councilor and community member did not result in charges
Tuscaloosa City Schools Drops SSUT Lawsuit, Seeks Legislative Fix
District joins city in dismissing lawsuit, aims to work with state lawmakers on online sales tax distribution formula
Tuscaloosa Airport Secures $8.5M for Terminal Renovation
Funding will modernize old terminal, support air service recruitment and growth
Lifestyle
University of Alabama to Expand Nursing Program
School aims to graduate over 550 nurses annually to address Alabama's nurse shortage
Pastor Long Leads with Vision: Changing Lives Across Alabama
Pastor Woodson Long is a visionary and prophetic leader in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and the founder of Kingdom Experience Church.
Greene County Alabama AKAs and President Recognized for Community Impact
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® chapter and its president honored as 2026 Black History Makers of Alabama
Crime
Guilty Verdict Reached in Tuscaloosa Police Officer Murder Case
Community leaders react to conviction of Luther Bernard Watkins, Jr. for killing Investigator Dornell Cousette in 2019
Jury Finds Luther Watkins Guilty Of Capital Murder In Killing Of Tuscaloosa Police Officer
Watkins now faces sentencing next week that could include the death penalty under Alabama law.
Man Dies in Tuscaloosa Police Custody After Combative Encounter
Authorities investigating after 33-year-old man became unresponsive during struggle with officers.
Entertainment
Legends on Stage at Bama Theatre's Valentine's Concert
Ronnie McDowell, Billy Blackwood, and Tyler Dean McDowell to perform songs and stories from "The Genuine Elvis" book
UA Theater and Dance to stage 'A Doll's House, Part Two' with new twists
The production will feature a contemporary take on the classic characters and themes.
Deontay Wilder Lands Role in 50 Cent-Produced Crime Drama
The former heavyweight champion continues his transition into acting with a new film project.
Sports
Alabama forward Taylor Bol Bowen's status uncertain ahead of Arkansas game
Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats provides update on Bol Bowen's injury ahead of top-25 matchup
NCAA Eligibility Rules Criticized After Bediako Ruling
ESPN analyst Jay Bilas calls out NCAA's inconsistent approach to player eligibility.
No. 25 Alabama Hosts High-Powered No. 20 Arkansas in SEC Clash
Two of the SEC's top offenses meet as teams vie for conference tournament positioning
