Judge John H. England Jr. Receives Regions' 2026 History in Motion Award
From the Black Belt to the bench, a leader who opens doors and stands with communities.
Absentee Voting Opens for Tuscaloosa City Council District 3 Special Election
Alabama Edges Arkansas in Double OT Thriller
Politics
Two Candidates Qualify for Vacant Tuscaloosa City Council Seat
Special election scheduled for April 14 to fill District 3 seat

Tuscaloosa Leaders Hear Quiet Election-Year Forecast in Montgomery Visit
Lawmakers predict no major legislative action as 2026 elections loom
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
Lifestyle
West Alabama Honors The Young Leaders In Our Community
Hank Poore, 25, stood out among the award recipients for his work with the Hank Poore Foundation

Local Students Named to UA Dean's and President's Lists
Standout students from Loganville and Monroe recognized for academic achievements
18th Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser To Benefit Table Of Grace Food Pantry
Attendees can enjoy a simple meal and take home a handcrafted bowl to support the local food pantry.
Crime
Woman claims self-defense in Tuscaloosa shooting
Man in critical condition after domestic violence incident

9-Year-Old Girl Dies After Vehicle Pins Her Against Building
Incident occurred on James I. Harrison Parkway in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
9-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Pinned by Vehicle in Tuscaloosa
Authorities say the vehicle rolled out of gear, striking a building and trapping the child.
Entertainment
Local Composer Wins Alabama Orchestra Association Award
Dr. Davis Brown's piece 'Papahanaumoku's Garden' selected from over 100 applicants.

Genuine Elvis Concert Draws Lively Crowd in Tuscaloosa
The Bama Theatre hosted a special tribute show celebrating the King of Rock and Roll's legacy.
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
Sports
Alabama Overcomes Double-Digit Deficits to Win Double-OT Thriller Over Arkansas
Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats praises team's resilience and depth in crucial SEC victory

Alabama Basketball Player Fights NCAA Eligibility Ruling
Charles Bediako asks Alabama Supreme Court for emergency order to play this season
Charles Bediako Denied Interim Injunction by Tuscaloosa Judge
Former Alabama basketball player's appeal to play during NCAA suspension remains denied