Monday, May 21 2012 10:38 AM EDT2012-05-21 14:38:33 GMT
The Etowah County Sheriff's Office says a juvenile, who was missing since Saturday, has been located. 15 year-old Christina Marie Smith has been found safely. She was found Monday morning around 8:45More >>
The Etowah County Sheriff's Office says a juvenile, who was missing since Saturday, has been located...More >>
Monday, May 21 2012 10:10 AM EDT2012-05-21 14:10:07 GMT
(WMC-TV) – Facebook is apologizing to the mother who was temporarily banned from posting photos to the popular social networking site. Heather Walker spoke with Action News 5 after she was temporarilyMore >>
Facebook is apologizing to the mother who was temporarily banned from posting photos to the popular social networking site.More >>
Monday, May 21 2012 9:19 AM EDT2012-05-21 13:19:06 GMT
The Ensley fire bug has struck again. Fire officials were called to another suspicious fire on Monday morning. The fire happened just before 4 a.m. in the 1700 block of 29th Street. The home is vacant.More >>
The Ensley fire bug has struck again. Fire officials were called to another suspicious fire on Monday morning...More >>
Monday, May 21 2012 8:23 AM EDT2012-05-21 12:23:08 GMT
Law enforcement officers are cracking down on drivers who are not buckled up. It is part of the "Click It or Ticket" Program that kicks off today. Officers will be issuing tickets to violators across theMore >>
Law enforcement officers are cracking down on drivers who are not buckled up. It is part of the "Click it or Ticket" Program that kicks off today...More >>
Monday, May 21 2012 8:20 AM EDT2012-05-21 12:20:15 GMT
Another major construction zone and slowdown is taking place right now. It is phase two of the Progress 59 Project. Crews will rebuild just under two miles of interstate in Bessemer between exit 110 andMore >>
Another major construction zone and slowdown is taking place right now. It is phase two of the Progress 59 Project...More >>
Monday, May 21 2012 8:16 AM EDT2012-05-21 12:16:15 GMT
Jefferson County emergency managers want public input on how to spend federal disaster relief money. Emergency managers are holding a series of public forums. The next one starts at 6 p.m. Tuesday in northMore >>
Jefferson County emergency managers want public input on how to spend federal disaster relief money...More >>
Monday, May 21 2012 8:13 AM EDT2012-05-21 12:13:23 GMT
Jefferson County is asking for more time to decide if it will continue to operate at the Bessemer Courthouse and use some sheriff's department substations. In a bankruptcy court filing made Friday, theMore >>
Jefferson County is asking for more time to decide if it will continue to operate at the Bessemer Courthouse and use some sheriff's department substations...More >>
Monday, May 21 2012 8:10 AM EDT2012-05-21 12:10:23 GMT
The Bessemer City Council is asking for public input today on a no smoking ordinance. The meeting is open to comments about a proposal for the city to go smoke free. It will be held at city hall tonightMore >>
The Bessemer City Council is asking for public input today on a no smoking ordinance...More >>
Sunday, May 20 2012 7:45 PM EDT2012-05-20 23:45:23 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) - Birmingham firefighters are investigating at least ten suspicious fires and they are all abandoned homes and businesses. Investigators say the fires could all be connected and theyMore >>
Birmingham firefighters are investigating at least 14 suspicious fires since Thursday and they are all abandoned homes and businesses. Investigators say the fires could all be connected and they are looking for an arsonist.More >>
Feral cats overrun blocks of downtown Tuscaloosa, attracted to alley Dumpsters behind restaurants, but local animal shelters are struggling to deal with the issue.More >>
Feral cats overrun blocks of downtown Tuscaloosa, attracted to alley Dumpsters behind restaurants, but local animal shelters are struggling to deal with the issue.More >>
Sunday, May 20 2012 7:39 AM EDT2012-05-20 11:39:46 GMT
BLOUNT COUNTY, AL (WBRC) - A man was killed in a motorcycle accident Saturday night in Blount County. It happened around 10:30 in Remlap on Highway 75. 55 year old Daniel Madden of Weaver was killed whenMore >>
BLOUNT COUNTY, AL (WBRC) - A man was killed in a motorcycle accident Saturday night in Blount County.More >>
Saturday, May 19 2012 10:57 PM EDT2012-05-20 02:57:28 GMT
TUSCALOOSA,AL (WBRC) - Tuscaloosa fire was called out around 7:30 p.m. tonight on an apartment fire at Morrison Apartments located on University Boulevard. Fire officials report three apartment unitsMore >>
Tuscaloosa fire was called out around 7:30 p.m. tonight on an apartment fire at Morrison Apartments located on University Boulevard.More >>
Saturday, May 19 2012 10:47 PM EDT2012-05-20 02:47:22 GMT
HOOVER,AL (WBRC) - Hoover fire was called out around 5:45pm today on a fire at Galleria Crossing Apartments. Fire officials said the fire started near a grill on a second floor deck of one of the apartmentMore >>
Hoover fire was called out around 5:45pm today on a fire at Galleria Crossing Apartments. Fire officials said the fire started near a grill on a second floor deck of one of the apartment units.More >>
Saturday, May 19 2012 10:04 AM EDT2012-05-19 14:04:22 GMT
CLEBURNE COUNTY, AL (WBRC) - A woman is struck and killed in Cleburne County. Alabama State troopers say 22-year-old Amanda Orman of Fruithurst was killed when she was hit by a car Friday night on USMore >>
CLEBURNE COUNTY, AL (WBRC) - A woman is struck and killed in Cleburne County.More >>
Some hip eateries are changing to electronic menus that let customers order food without waiters, play games, and even 'like' items on Facebook.More >>
Some hip eateries are changing to electronic menus that let customers order food without waiters, play games, and even 'like' items on Facebook.More >>
Saturday, May 19 2012 7:46 AM EDT2012-05-19 11:46:57 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) - Birmingham firefighters are investigation at two more suspicious fires at abandoned locations and officials said the latest fires could be arson. Around 1:00 a.m. Saturday firefightersMore >>
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) - Birmingham firefighters are investigation at two more suspicious fires at abandoned locations and officials said the latest fires could be arson.More >>
Saturday, May 19 2012 12:35 AM EDT2012-05-19 04:35:48 GMT
By Janet Fowler When we think of high-stress jobs, there are many professions that come to mind. Teachers, police officers, high-level executives and stock traders are just a few. However, when it comesMore >>
When we think of high-stress jobs, there are many professions that come to mind. Teachers, police officers, high-level executives and stock traders are just a few. However, when it comes to jobs with the highest stress levels and the lowest rates of pay, it may seem unbelievable that anyone would want to pursue careers in these jobs that top the list...More >>
Friday, May 18 2012 11:28 PM EDT2012-05-19 03:28:14 GMT
The NCAA regional softball tournament is underway in Tuscaloosa and the fans - no matter which team they're cheering for - have one thing in common: They're passionate. Shirts, shakers, and sombreros areMore >>
The NCAA regional softball tournament is underway in Tuscaloosa and the fans - no matter which team they're cheering for - have one thing in common: They're passionate.More >>
Friday, May 18 2012 10:53 PM EDT2012-05-19 02:53:30 GMT
The NCAA regional softball tournament is underway in Tuscaloosa and four teams are vying for a spot in the super regional tournament. That means fans have traveled all over the country to see their teamsMore >>
Fans traveling to Tuscaloosa for the NCAA regional softball tournament this weekend are giving the city's economy a boost. Mayor Maddox says softball is becoming an "economic engine" for the city.More >>
Friday, May 18 2012 9:27 PM EDT2012-05-19 01:27:51 GMT
Lights flash, flags wave, an honor guard marches. This is how Calhoun County pays tribute to those who died in the line of duty, as well as their colleagues and their families. Every year, the centralMore >>
Calhoun Couny pays tribute each year to fallen heroes and their families with a ceremony. This year, Officer Justin Sollohub's name was added to the list of officers who have died in the line of duty.More >>
Friday, May 18 2012 9:13 PM EDT2012-05-19 01:13:32 GMT
The FDIC shut down the Alabama Trust Bank in Sylcauga on Friday, May 18 and another Alabama bank is taking over the accounts. When the one and only branch re-opens in Sylacauga tomorrow, it will becomeMore >>
The FDIC shut down the Alabama Trust Bank in Sylcauga on Friday, May 18 and another Alabama bank is taking over the accounts.More >>
Friday, May 18 2012 8:29 PM EDT2012-05-19 00:29:15 GMT
The parents of Alex Moore, the Chilton County teen who committed suicide two years ago, have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Chilton County Board of Education. Alex Moore committed suicide atMore >>
The parents of Alex Moore, the Chilton County teen who committed suicide two years ago, have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Chilton County Board of Education.More >>
Friday, May 18 2012 7:26 PM EDT2012-05-18 23:26:27 GMT
One of the main figures getting the blame for the continuing Jefferson County funding crisis says he wants to the help the county. Fox6 News asked State Representative John Rogers if he hates JeffersonMore >>
One of the main figures getting the blame for the continuing Jefferson County funding crisis says he wants to the help the county. Rep. John Rogers says he opposed the distressed counties bill because it gave too much taxing authority to the county commission.More >>
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Many American teenagers, including some with a normal, healthy weight, already have one or more risk factors for heart disease, researchers say.More >>
Many American teenagers, including some with a normal, healthy weight, already have one or more risk factors for heart disease, researchers say.More >>
The Facebook IPO underwhelmed Friday, an investors are still debating Facebook's worth: Is it must-own stock or a company with limited growth potential?More >>
The Facebook IPO underwhelmed Friday, closing up only 23 cents. Investors are still debating Facebook's worth: Is it must-own stock or a company with limited growth potential?More >>
Jackie Chan is landing his last punch as an action star, but says he is stepping into retirement having made one of the most important films of his career.More >>
Jackie Chan is landing his last punch as an action star, but says he is stepping into retirement having made one of the most important films of his career.More >>
The Associated Press has discovered documents that show country music legend Loretta Lynn is three years older than she has led people to believe.More >>
Country music legend Loretta Lynn is three years older than she has led people to believe, an age change that undermines the story she told of being married at 13 in "Coal Miner's Daughter," documents obtained by The...More >>
The NAACP has passed a resolution endorsing same-sex marriage as a civil right and opposing any efforts "to codify discrimination or hatred into the law."More >>
The NAACP passed a resolution Saturday endorsing same-sex marriage as a civil right and opposing any efforts "to codify discrimination or hatred into the law."More >>
A new private rocket is stuck on the ground after an aborted launch.More >>
A new private supply ship for the International Space Station remained stuck on the ground Saturday after rocket engine trouble led to a last-second abort of the historic flight.More >>
A preliminary study links chemicals found in certain sunscreens to a higher risk of endometriosis.More >>
A preliminary study links chemicals found in certain sunscreens to a higher risk of endometriosis, but it's too soon to say whether there's any reason for women to change their habits.More >>
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