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Lt. Dan Band concert to benefit Jacksonville wounded warrior

Dixon Hayes — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:21:00 EDT

The Lt. Dan Band is helping a wounded Alabama Marine through Operation Ben. They will headline a benefit concert for Sgt. Ben Tomlinson May 19...

Last flying B-29 bomber stops in Birmingham

J-P Dice — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:14:00 EDT

The only flying B-29 bomber is at Birmingham Shuttlesworth through the weekend. This B-29 is named FiFi and was built in 1945. The B-29 is often credited as the aircraft that ended World War II.

Coroner: 4 killed in Greene Co. vehicle accident

Brianne Britzius — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:17:00 EDT

The Greene County Coroner tells FOX6 News that four people have been killed in a vehicle accident.

Crime Stoppers Poker Run 2013 info

Wed, 15 May 2013 07:39:00 EDT

Here is more info on the Crime Stoppers Poker Run 2013...

WSFA 12 News Special Report: Toxic Tar Balls

Sally Pitts — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:15:00 EDT

Three years after the BP oil spill we are still seeing its effects. Tar balls continue to wash up on Alabama's beaches. Sally Pitts looks into the potential danger that's lurking in the water.

Ways you can help Midland City's "Ethan"

Wed, 6 Feb 2013 17:49:00 EST

Birthday cards can be mailed to Ethan at this address: NFPD c/o Lt. McDaniel 400 Headquarters Street Napier Field, AL. 36303 You can also donate money to Ethan's family at any Wells Fargo Bank. Just

Free tax prep available for qualified Ala. residents

Brianne Britzius — Tue, 5 Feb 2013 21:39:00 EST

Non-profit Impact Alabama is now offering free tax preparations to Birmingham-area families that qualify for the SaveFirst initiative.

Good Day Challenge 2013

Tue, 5 Feb 2013 13:03:00 EST

Here is Dr. Asa Andrew's challenge to see you find wellness in 2013...

Absolutely Alabama: Gary Reid's boots and purses

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 17:51:00 EST

Cowboys and purses don't usually go hand in hand—unless you're Gary Reid.

Pittsburgh, Ole Miss to meet in BBVA Compass Bowl Jan. 5

Brianne Britzius — Wed, 2 Jan 2013 18:00:00 EST

Ole Miss and Pittsburgh fans will converge on the Magic City Jan. 5, 2013 to watch their teams duke it out in the BBVA Compass Bowl.

Ken Hare In Depth: Amendment ballot language can mislead

Ken Hare — Tue, 6 Nov 2012 10:38:00 EST

On Nov. 6, Alabama voters -- or at least those who take their voting responsibilities seriously -- will make several important decisions on constitutional amendments. There are 11 amendments to be voted

Free rides offered to Birmingham, JeffCo voters

Brianne Britzius — Mon, 5 Nov 2012 21:42:00 EST

The NAACP is providing free rides to Birmingham and Jefferson County polling places Nov. 6.

Support for Josh Wetzel

Brianne Britzius — Thu, 4 Oct 2012 21:49:00 EDT

The "Josh Wetzel Fund" has been set up at the Glencoe branch of Regions Bank to help to help Josh's wife, mother and father with traveling and other out-of-pocket expenses.

Absolutely Alabama: Camp Butter and Egg

WBRC Staff — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 16:00:00 EDT

Are you ready for a high wire walk? How about climbing nets in the tree tops, or zipping from those tree tops to the forest floor? There's a place you can do just that near Troy: Camp Butter and Egg.

Casting Call information for Robin Givens' play

Melynda Sides — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 18:42:00 EDT

Actress Robin Givens will hold a casting call this Saturday and Sunday for a production of the play titled Joy in the Morning.

FOX6 Sideline app released

Dennis Washington — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 16:40:00 EDT

FOX6 Sideline has been bringing you the best Friday night high school football TV coverage in the state of Alabama for more than two decades! Now, in its 24th season, you can get that same coverage and more on your iPhone and Android device.

IRS: 6 social media tools for free tax information

WBRC Staff — Tue, 7 Aug 2012 16:14:00 EDT

Looking for tax information or help? The IRS is using six different social media platforms to share tax tips and information on tax changes, initiatives, products and services.

Crocker's Cars: Links and video

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 14:35:00 EDT

Check back each week as we update this story with appropriate links and video from "Crocker's Cars" our series to help you keep your car running better longer while also taking a look at other automotive issues in North Central Alabama.

17 veterans assistance offices closing in Alabama

Wed, 30 May 2012 13:09:00 EDT

The Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs is closing 17 veterans' service offices around the state. This means veterans in some counties will have to travel to get assistance in receiving benefits or help with other issues.

April 27, 2011: A timeline of events

WBRC Staff — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:00:00 EDT

On April 27, 2011, one of the most devastating tornado outbreaks in Alabama history left an unprecedented path of destruction through our state. Thousands of our citizens became heroes in the minutes, hours, days, and weeks after the storms, aiding the injured, searching for the missing, and clearing debris.

Help Wanted: Administrative Assistants

Janet Hall — Tue, 6 Mar 2012 22:30:00 EST

Robert Half International is hiring for temporary and temp to hire executive administrative assistants with five years or more of experience.

Help Wanted: LPN and Nursing Assistants

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:17:00 EST

Help Wanted: 2-21-12

Self Health Care in Hueytown is looking for LPN's, Nursing Assistants, and 1 part time RN to staff a new rehab facility. Send your resume to sherrit@selfhealthrehab.com

Help Wanted: Registered Respiratory Therapist

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:15:00 EST

Help Wanted: 2-14-12

Southern Patient Care in Homewood is looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist to go into patients homes and teach them how to use a C-Pap machine. Send your resume to jobs.spc@gmail.com

ConnecTV launches social TV iPad app

Dennis Washington — Thu, 2 Feb 2012 15:26:00 EST

A new iPad app called ConnecTV has launched to help you enjoy sharing your favorite TV shows with your friends!

Illegal immigrant arrested in Homewood's biggest meth bust

Melynda Sides — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:09:00 EDT

Homewood police announced Friday they've arrested a 19-year-old illegal immigrant from Mexico on drug and weapons charges after pulling him over in a traffic stop.

Blount Co. native killed while serving in Afghanistan

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:27:00 EDT

Oneonta City Councilwoman Tonya Rogers confirms to FOX6 News that Marine Joseph Elrod was killed this past week.

Police seize 33 gambling machines, arrest 22 suspects

Melanie Posey — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:59:00 EDT

Birmingham police shut down a recording studio filled with what officers describe as illegal gambling machines. They raided the business on 1st Avenue North and 9th Street and carted off gambling machines

Birmingham mom arrested for firing gun at a middle school

Brianne Britzius — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:42:00 EDT

Cassandra Abrams, 36, is charged with reckless endangerment and "certain persons forbidden to possess firearms."

Hoover PD pull car from Star Lake

Brianne Britzius — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:22:00 EDT

Hoover Police say they have pulled a car from Star Lake.

Birmingham police investigate new homicide

Nate Hall — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:59:00 EDT

The Birmingham Police Department says they are conducting a homicide investigation on Friday morning...

Hwy 280 improvement project begins May 19

Brianne Britzius — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:26:00 EDT

The time has come for work to begin on the Highway 280 improvement project.

Bessemer dialysis center shut down after 2 patients die

WBRC Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:49:00 EDT

A Bessemer dialysis center has been shut down and is under investigation after two of its patients died.

Man accused of secretly causing girlfriend's miscarriage

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:58:00 EDT

John Andrew Welden, son of a Tampa fertility doctor, allegedly tricked his girlfriend into thinking an abortion pill was an antibiotic.

Troopers release names of 4 killed in Greene Co. wreck

Melynda Sides — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:48:00 EDT

State troopers have released the names of the four people killed in a wreck in Greene County Wednesday afternoon. A two-year-old was among the dead.