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A local motorcyclist died on Saturday in a multi-vehicle crash near Woodstock in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama State Troopers have confirmed.

The family of the man accused of fatally shooting a nurse during a robbery attempt outside of a Tuscaloosa hospital claims he was denied care in a new lawsuit filed on Friday.

Tuscaloosa offices will adjust hours for Juneteenth, while garbage, trash and recycling services will continue as scheduled.

DCH Health System is responding to a civil complaint connected to the death of a longtime nurse while reaffirming its commitment to employee safety.

For nearly 50 years, Tuscaloosa's home for healthy foods has been Manna Grocery and Deli. There, shoppers can find clean, fresh, and often locally sourced ingredients to take back home, or stop in for a bite to eat in-house.

West Alabama residents can expect a stretch of wet weather this week, bringing multiple rounds of rain and the potential for heavy downpours at times.

A new federal program launching July 4 will give eligible children a $1,000 investment account to help build long-term financial security.

A boater went missing on the Tombigbee River in Sumter County early Sunday morning after falling overboard, and his body was recovered on Monday.

Alabama is set to receive $87 million for coastal restoration projects aimed at protecting waterways, wildlife habitats and coastal communities.

Good luck, and God bless America.

A Northport small business forum is scheduled to discuss, share ideas, and plan steps to advance small businesses in Northport.

The Tuscaloosa NAACP's 2026 Juneteenth celebration will feature a luncheon, parade, and community day.

Alabama parents should check their cabinets after a nationwide recall of Nara Organics baby formula linked to reported infant illnesses.

A viral Instagram video has Alabama residents laughing because it perfectly describes what stepping outside feels like this time of year.

Stillman College President Yolanda W. Page will serve as Grand Marshal for the 2026 Atlanta HBCU Alliance 5K Run/Walk in Atlanta.

West Alabama could see 3 to 6 inches of rain this week, raising flooding concerns.

A new report is raising concerns after pesticide residues linked to PFAS chemicals were found on strawberries sold under a popular berry brand.

Alabama head coach Rob Vaughn expressed confidence in his squad, emphasizing that the team will respond and bounce back after its 9-0 loss to Oklahoma in the CWS.

Alabama falls to the Oklahoma Sooners in the Tide's first game at the CWS, with the Sooners scoring five runs off of Tyler Fay to capture all the momentum in Saturday's contest.

Alabama's lone linebacker commit in the 2027 recruiting class has flipped his commitment from the Crimson Tide to the Tennessee Volunteers.

A viral TikTok trend claims onions soaked in water can help fight colds and infections, and thousands of users say it actually works.

We combed through list after list of the oddest, strangest and somewhat naughty-sounding town names in every state to create a definitive collection complete with unbelievable facts about each location.

A new era of emergency alerts is on the horizon for Tuscaloosa County. Get ready for a smoother, faster way to stay informed.

Picture a room full of passionate nonprofit leaders ready to spark change. That’s the vibe at this year’s Community Summit in Tuscaloosa.

Heat, humidity, and heavy rain are all in West Alabama's forecast over the next several days.

Alabama fans! Can't make it to Omaha to watch Alabama in the College World Series? That's okay! Catch the Crimson Tide and the Sooners at Heat Pizza's watch party!

Calling all locals and good-time party people!

Free food, music, bounce houses, giveaways and family fun are coming to Snow Hinton Park as Fathers in the Park celebrates dads this Saturday.

Eta Xi Omega will host a Buy Black vendor fair this Saturday at Stillman College to support local Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs.

West Alabama heat index values could approach or exceed 100 degrees over the next several days. See when peak heat is expected in your county.