Ring camera video shows women making racist gestures outside Ole Miss student’s apartment
The University of Mississippi said it is investigating after a Ring doorbell camera recorded the incident.
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SCOTUS and the high stakes North Dakota case
A Supreme Court case out of North Dakota could have major implications for land owners everywhere.
Selma police search for armed robbery suspect
Selma police are investigating an armed robbery at a gas station early Monday morning.
‘A Christmas miracle’: Stolen nativity scene found miles away
Community tips led to the recovery of a valuable nativity scene that apparently was stolen earlier this week, miles from where it was last seen.
13-year-olds charged after intentionally making fair ride swing out of control, deputies say
A woman was injured and two children were treated after a swing ride went out of control at a Grovetown-area county fair. Two teens were charged.
CrimeStoppers offers $1,000 reward in Montgomery homicide
The Montgomery Police Department is offering a reward for information leading to the suspect’s arrest in the murder of Jabreil Strowder, according to CrimeStoppers 215-STOP. The reward is $1,000.
Couple finds at least 25 snakes in newly purchased home
Multiple inspections before the closing did not reveal a snake den beneath the front porch.
Alabama TE Josh Ford likely to miss rest of season with lower-body injury
Ford has five receptions for 41 yards and two touchdowns on the year.
Actor Donnie Dunagan, original voice of Bambi in classic Disney film, dies at 92, reports say
Donnie Dunagan, who voiced young Bambi for the original 1942 Disney classic, has died. He was 92.
Credit counselor says stigma should not keep people from seeking debt help
Debt in Money Management International's debt management plans tops $1 billion, the most in 13 years. Here is what a credit counselor says is driving it.
Fire damages homes in The Waters neighborhood of Pike Road
Fire crews are on the scene of a house fire in The Waters neighborhood in Pike Road.
Aging Untold: Why your metabolism changes as you age
On this episode of Aging Untold, learn how metabolism changes with age and what may help support it. Then, we share gentle ways to tell loved ones when time may be short, set boundaries and care for yourself.
Hunter dies after accidentally shooting his crossbow, hitting himself in leg, authorities say
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is investigating after a hunter accidentally fired a crossbow and later died at a hospital.
First Lady Melania Trump to visit Fort Rucker
The visit marks a rare occurrence where a member of the first and/or second families have visited the southeast Alabama Army post.
ESPN, College Football Playoff reach deal to expand field to 24 teams
The move to 24 teams will eliminate the Power 4 conference championship games.
Trump pushes for permanent daylight saving time: ‘It’s so dark outside, so early’
President Donald Trump renewed his call to end the twice-yearly clock change by making daylight saving time permanent.
Unlikely allies: Why both parties want action on license plate cameras
After a year of InvestigateTV reporting, lawmakers from both parties say a patchwork of local rules is not enough as proposals to limit or ban surveillance networks pile up in Washington.
Sources: ESPN, College Football Playoff reach deal to expand field to 24 teams
The move to 24 teams will eliminate the Power 4 conference championship games.
Montgomery teen killed in Sunday night shooting
A homicide investigation is underway after a teen was shot and killed Sunday night in Montgomery, according to police.
This woman helps cemetery visitors talk openly about death
Historic Congressional Cemetery, a national landmark in the heart of Washington, D.C., has a death doula to help visitors have healthy conversations about mortality.
How to talk about the end of life without feeling pressure to be strong
The Aging Untold experts are sharing gentle ways to tell loved ones when time may be short, set boundaries and care for yourself.
Blood test could offer less invasive way to aid Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Kathi Rigby and her husband, Brent, share their journey after her Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Learn how an FDA-cleared blood test may help doctors evaluating some patients with signs of cognitive decline.
This walking club for seniors calls members ‘Golden G.O.A.T.s.’
A walking club for seniors in Georgetown County, South Carolina, calls itself the "Golden G.O.A.T.S."
Why your metabolism changes as you age — and what you can do now
Your metabolism is your body's "Power plant." Learn how it changes with age and what may help support it.
InvestigateTV+: Is tracking ALS possible?
InvestigateTV+ takes an in-depth look at how better tracking of ALS cases could reveal why more people are getting sick.
How fake businesses can become a real problem for you
Fake companies using real addresses are causing headaches for people across the country. Here's what you need to know.
Underwater hockey is growing one player at a time
An underwater hockey club in Green Bay, Wisconsin is drawing in players from across the region and working to teach people about the niche sport.
This artist uses sunlight to burn designs into wood
Billy Keith is a solar artist who uses sunlight as his tool to create artwork burned directly into wood.
First Alert: Warming up again after a cooler weekend
Warmer air builds across the region over the next several days, but our next big cool snap isn't too far away!
16-year-old ‘thankful’ to be alive after car part thrown into Halloween bonfire causes explosion
A teenager was seriously injured when police say a man threw a car shock absorber into a bonfire during a Halloween party, causing an explosion.
Man dies after deer struck by another car flies into his windshield
A Missouri man died Thursday night after a deer struck by another vehicle flew into his Jeep, authorities said.
Man accused of driving 100 mph, hitting 3 police cars during high-speed chase
Police say the suspect drove into oncoming traffic and reached speeds up to 130 mph.
‘He was loved by everyone’: Family mourns pilot killed in crash weeks before daughter’s birth
A pilot killed in a small plane crash at the Waycross-Ware County Airport has been identified as a husband and father.
Remains of Elmore County man missing since August found
The search for a man missing out of Elmore County since August came to an end Sunday after his remains were located, according to one of his family members.
‘Little Rascals’ star Bug Hall asks for financial help on GoFundMe ahead of sixth child’s birth
Brandon “Bug” Hall, who played Alfalfa in the 1994 film The Little Rascals, launched a GoFundMe while moving his family onto an Arkansas property.
Luigi Mangione’s cousin trails in Baltimore County Council race as results change
Nino Mangione, Luigi Mangione’s cousin, trails Shawn McIntosh in the Baltimore County Council District 5 race, according to unofficial results.
60+ Outback Steakhouse locations to be sold after franchisee files for bankruptcy. Here’s where
One of Outback Steakhouse’s largest franchisees has filed for bankruptcy.
Amoeba infections leave 5 with permanent vision loss, 1 dead in this state
Acanthamoeba is found in many environments.
Man found dead in submerged vehicle in Prattville
Prattville police are investigating an apparent drowning after a man was found dead inside a submerged vehicle Friday night.
Week Ahead in Washington: Nov. 8
Lawmakers return to Capitol Hill this week for the lame-duck session after the midterm elections, with a potential impeachment vote on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and government funding on the agenda.
Woman allegedly killed by husband texted sister she was ‘not good’ days before her body was found
A man charged in his wife’s murder allegedly shot her in the head and left her in the bathroom for several days, according to arrest documents.
An 11-month-old girl weighed just 4 pounds when she died. Now, her mom is facing charges
A mother is facing charges after her 11-month-old daughter was found dead and emaciated in an insect-infested apartment.
Wild ‘N Out Live: The Next Generation Tour coming to Birmingham this November
Officials said tickets for the event will go on sale Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 10 a.m. local time.
Tuskegee’s homecoming spoiled in 35-27 loss to Miles College
Tuskegee battled back from an early deficit and carried a fourth-quarter lead before Miles College rallied late to secure a 35-27 victory in a hard-fought contest.
Second-half turnovers cost Troy in 41-17 loss to Louisiana Tech
Troy’s offense struggled to find consistency in the second half, and two costly turnovers turned a close game into a 41-17 loss to Louisiana Tech.
Alabama takes down LSU in Death Valley, improve to 7-2 on the season
Up next, Alabama will travel to Nashville to take on Vanderbilt Nov. 14. Kickoff is set for 11:45 a.m.
Juvenile critically injured in Friday Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a juvenile in critical condition Friday.
‘This will be their house’: Troy University breaks ground on new alumni center project
Troy University broke ground on a new alumni and development center during homecoming.
Alabama State holds off Texas Southern in 34-31 shootout
Alabama State rallied from a halftime deficit and held off a late Texas Southern push to earn a 34-31 victory Saturday.
Plane hits, kills woman on runway
One woman is dead after an accident involving a plane in upstate New York.
Faulkner falls to Cumberland 30-7
Faulkner struggled to generate offense Saturday, falling 30-7 to Cumberland as the Phoenix pulled away with three second-half touchdowns.
Auburn rallies past Arkansas with late touchdown, field goal to win 26-23
Auburn overcame a fourth=quarter deficit to defeat Arkansas 26-23 on Saturday, using a late touchdown and a go-ahead field goal by Alex McPherson to secure the victory.
Huntingdon’s defense shines in fourth-quarter comeback win over Southern Virginia
The Huntingdon Hawks pulled together a second-half comeback in the fourth quarter to defeat Southern Virginia 39-25 in a hard-fought contest.
Mother sentenced to life in prison for murdering 4-year-old, abandoning 1-year-old on interstate
A mother in Louisiana was sentenced to life in prison for killing her 4-year-old child and abandoning her baby near an interstate.
Trump offers UFC chief Dana White press secretary job
President Donald Trump offered UFC president and CEO Dana White the job of press secretary on Saturday.
Congress enters lame duck session following midterm elections
Congress has a list of unfinished work during the lame duck session, the period between the election of a new Congress and the start of its term.
Selma officials identify firefighter who died on duty
Selma Mayor Johnny “Skip” Moss III is sharing new information as the City of Selma mourns the death of one of its first responders.
82-year-old man dies after getting hit by his own car
An 82-year-old man in South Carolina was hit and killed by his own car in an apparent mishap, according to authorities.
Navy division confirms member of the Blue Angels was removed from team
He is identified only as "Blue Angels #6"
Two men accused of handing out psychedelic gummies to nearly 15 kids on Halloween, police say
Two men in California are accused of giving psilocybin-infused gummies to young trick-or-treaters on Halloween night, according to authorities.
Mayor shares new information on death of Selma firefighter
Selma Mayor Johnny “Skip” Moss III is sharing new information as the City of Selma mourns the death of one of its first responders.
WSFA’s ‘Capital Kickoff Show’ focuses on 2026 college football season
Anchor Rosie Langello and Sports Director Davis Baker are leading the effort to bring you preview coverage of the week’s matchups for Alabama, Auburn, Troy, and Alabama State.
GAME DAY: 2026 start times, stats for Alabama, Auburn and more
Check your favorite team’s wins/losses and see who they’re playing next in 2025
Father accused of leaving daughter sleeping outside Target to hold spot for Pokémon cards, police say
A man in South Carolina is accused of leaving his 6-year-old daughter sleeping in line outside a Target store to hold his place for a Pokémon card release.
First Alert: Once the sun sets, temperatures plummet again
Cooler and Drier air reaches the River Region, with chilly mornings and nice afternoons
Man on probation for child pornography sentenced to life in prison
A Texas man who was on probation for possessing child pornography will now spend the rest of his life in prison.
Lawyer who represented defendant in Tupac Shakur murder case found dead
The defense attorney who represented Duane “Keffe D” Davis in the Tupac Shakur murder trial has died.
Former doctor photographed patients’ genitals during medical procedures, lawsuit alleges
A Toledo doctor who has been indicted for possession of child sexual abuse material also photographed his patients’ genitals during medical procedures, according to a newly filed lawsuit.
Woman sentenced to life in prison for murder of her 5-week-old daughter
woman in Texas has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the death of her 5-week-old daughter.
Argument over Wi-Fi leads to murder of mother and son, police say
An arrest has been made in the murder of a mother and son in Texas.
Wallace State soccer players held in immigration custody after traffic stop, parents say
Two Wallace State Community College students and soccer players are being held in immigration custody after a traffic stop in Talladega County, their parents told WAFF 48 News.
Ben McGough takes the reins as Second Circuit district attorney
Ben McGough has been sworn in as district attorney for Alabama’s Second Judicial Circuit, taking over an office that prosecutes cases in Butler, Crenshaw and Lowndes counties.
Man killed father before fatally shooting himself in Elmore County
A man fatally shot his father at a home in the Seman community before apparently killing himself, investigators said.
Memory card with uncounted ballots found, launching investigation
A memory card from election night has been discovered containing uncounted ballots from Seminole County, Georgia, voters.
Autauga County warns residents about upcoming railroad crossing closures
Seven railroad crossings in the Marbury and Deatsville areas will temporarily close for work beginning Thursday, Nov. 12, and continuing through Tuesday, Nov. 17.
Alaska Senate race remains undecided days after Election Day
Fewer than 700 votes separated the top two candidates in Alaska’s Senate race Friday with 74% of ballots counted.
‘Remarkable’: Drunk raccoon leads to $250,000 for animal control
Nearly a year after a drunk raccoon was captured in a Virginia ABC store, a campaign tied to the animal has raised $250,000 for Hanover County Animal Control.
Alabama House leadership outline legislative priorities post-midterm election
Alabama republicans still have control of the House of Representatives, but they did lose a few seats to democrats in the midterms.
Montgomery County’s unsheltered population rises 50% as shelter beds disappear, local non-profit says
A fifty percent increase in unsheltered people in the last two years: that’s what the Mid-Alabama Coalition for the Homeless (MACH) found in their latest census of Montgomery County.
Midwife convicted of practicing medicine without license after near-fatal home birth
A woman in Georgia was convicted of practicing medicine without a license after a near-fatal home birth in 2022, according to authorities.
Man arrested with guns near White House reported voices telling him to kill President Trump
A man was arrested Thursday evening after he reportedly told law enforcement the voices in his head told him to kill President Donald Trump.
Votes continue to be counted in Mississippi’s Senate race
Mississippi has not declared a winner in the race for its U.S. Senate seat days after the midterm elections, and experts say the race is too close to call.
Hegseth’s future in question days after midterms
The future of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is in question days after the midterm elections, in which Democrats won back control of the House and the Senate.
Bottle sterilizers recalled after reports of plastic housing melting
About 29,000 bottle sterilizers are under recall for burn hazards.
Woman rescued after being chained to bed for years when maintenance worker hears cries for help, police say
A woman was rescued in North Dakota after being chained to a bed for years when a maintenance technician working in the apartment building heard her cries for help.
Supreme Court to hear North Dakota landowners’ legal fees case
Justices will consider whether a pipeline company must pay property owners’ legal costs after an eminent domain dispute.
Trump announces new Chief of Staff-Stephen Miller
President Donald Trump announced Friday he’s making a major personnel change promoting Stephen Miller to White House Chief of Staff.
InvestigateTV+ Weekend: High Stakes
In this special episode of InvestigateTV+ Weekend, we examine the effort to get the potentially deadly gas off of retail shelves.
Owner charged after several horses die in flood; refused to let neighbors help move animals to higher ground, sheriff says
An arrest has been made following an investigation involving several horses that died during recent flooding in Arizona.
Spring Creek Farm Christmas Trees ready to part of your Christmas
It’s almost time for the great holiday debate, real or fake?
‘Help us get justice’: Eighth grader dies after being shot in stolen car, family says
An eighth-grader was shot and killed in Louisiana, according to authorities.
Two strokes haven’t stopped him: Meet the Michigan man greeting his town for 10 years
A man in Michigan who spreads joy by greeting people with a thumbs-up is a stroke survivor who has paralysis on one side of his body and sometimes he has trouble speaking.
52% of Americans think inflation will ruin the holidays, survey finds
About 52% of Americans think inflation will ruin the holidays, a WalletHub survey finds. Here is what else shoppers said about budgets and early shopping.
Aging Untold: What older adults should know about sexual health and protection
On this episode of Aging Untold, we address sexual health after 60, discussing essential screenings and how older adults can stay protected while dating. We explore how creative outlets like music, dance and art can support mood, dignity and connection for loved ones living with dementia.
‘An imminent expression of brotherhood’: An inside look at the Morehouse College Glee Club
“The Morehouse College Glee Club is an imminent expression of brotherhood, a united force of dedication and commitment, and an unselfish labor of love.”
Dementia care educator Teepa Snow explains ‘brain change’ and what it means for caregivers
Dementia educator and occupational therapist Teepa Snow, founder of Positive Approach to Care, explains why she uses the term "brain change," what to try when a loved one refuses a shower and what she wants every family to know.
U.S. adds 165,000 jobs in October as hiring rebounds
The latest jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows hiring picked up in October. But even with that rebound, wage growth still trails inflation.
The hidden risks of denial in caregiving: When a loved one’s decline is hard to accept
It’s heartbreaking to watch someone you love decline, and sometimes "I'm fine" is easier for a caregiver to say. But ignoring the changes won't stop them. Here's how to navigate denial, avoid grief clashes and meet your loved one where they are today.
Woman went on a first date and never returned. Now, more of her remains have been found
A jawbone found in Wisconsin has been identified as belonging to a 19-year-old woman who was killed and dismembered after a first date, according to authorities.
How to lower prescription costs and still get the medication you need
If prescription costs have you doing the math every month, there are options to explore.