Stepmother accused of hitting 7-year-old girl with belt, saying she ‘should feel pain’
A woman is facing charges after she allegedly hit her 7-year-old stepdaughter with a belt in an incident that “went too far.”
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Parents say their son, other students with disabilities forced to clean high school cafeteria
The parents of a high school student who has autism say he and other students with disabilities were required to clean the school cafeteria.
Man arrested in deadly Sunday Troy shooting
Troy police have arrested a man in connection with a shooting that left someone dead Sunday morning.
9-year-old burned 70% of his body taking part in social media dare, officials say
Officials in New Orleans said a 9-year-old boy recently burned 70% of his body participating in a trend called the “fire challenge.”
Sand in My Boots fest set to return to Gulf Shores in 2027
Festival organizers made the announcement Monday on social media.
Meet the candidates: Alabama’s race for Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries
Alabama’s Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries position is up-for-grabs, and two candidates are vying for votes on Nov. 3.
Man charged with elder abuse, kidnapping after allegedly injuring father before hours-long standoff
A man is in custody after Cullman Police said they were working an “active situation” Friday.
New details on Alabama nursing board data breach
The Alabama Board of Nursing has launched a new licensing renewal website following a cyberattack on its systems.
Greenville Middle School teacher making impact while still earning degree
Joshua Hall, a middle school teacher in Greenville, is already making an impact — and he’s still a student himself.
Man accused of stealing flamingo found guilty
The jury, made up of eight women and six men, deliberated for several hours.
National Guard member shot while trying to break up fight in DC
Police said a National Guard member was shot in the nation's capital on Sunday while they were attempting to break up a fight.
Landlord accused of entering home where girls live, chasing them in vehicle, exposing himself
Court documents show Emmons County deputies were dispatched Tuesday afternoon to a disturbance at a Linton home.
Father leaves 4-month-old baby alone in parked car to argue with baby’s mother at a bar, police say
Jordan Hayley is charged with leaving an unattended child in a motor vehicle and child neglect, per Davidson County court records.
Husband, wife charged in interstate shooting death of 17-year-old: ‘Senseless act’
Willie and Taiya Herndon are facing charges after a teen was shot and killed in St. Louis County, Missouri.
KFC switches to Coca-Cola products after nearly four decades serving Pepsi
Thousands of KFC locations are switching to a partnership with the Atlanta-based Coca-Cola Company.
Montgomery Veterans Day Parade plan underway
The City of Montgomery invites veterans, military families, businesses, community organizations and residents to attend the 2026 Veterans Day Celebration and Parade on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026.
Pres. Trump defends decision to pause sanctions
Republican candidates push back as President Donald Trump puts Russian sanctions on hold, claiming that's not something that's done while a deal is being negotiated.
LSU student, fiancé killed when they were hit by a car while walking back from friend’s birthday
A 21-year-old Louisiana State University student and her fiancé were killed when they were hit by a car.
Man accused of dressing up as security guard to sneak into Tennessee-Alabama game
Blake Bible was taken into custody and charged with theft of property.
‘Office Space’ actor Richard Riehle dies at 78
Actor Richard Riehle died Thursday in Los Angeles at age 78.
‘This can’t keep happening’: Mother calls for more security after son shot twice at same apartment complex
Sunday's shooting comes about a year after the same boy, then 12, was injured in a drive-by shooting at the complex.
Facebook Marketplace deal turns into robbery. Tips to protect yourself
Three Augusta residents are facing robbery charges after deputies say they stole a PlayStation 5 during a Facebook Marketplace meetup.
Man admits he shot, ran over several goats with a 4-wheeler in property dispute with neighbor, deputies say
Deputies in Wisconsin said a man admitted to killing his neighbor’s goats in 2024 over a property dispute.
DeBoer gives update on injured Crimson Tide stars
"All these guys are kind of in the same are area, same window."
Dog dies after man allegedly attacks it with machete, tries to strike woman
A woman called the authorities and reported that a man was armed with a machete and had attacked her dog.
‘God is going to grow something out of this’: Fire rips through church building
A fire tore through a North Carolina church on Sunday morning, collapsing the roof and canceling services.
Head of Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission to retire, says Commission Chair
The director of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC), John McMillan, will retire at the end of October.
3rd suspect charged in July Montgomery homicide
A third suspect has been charged in the July homicide of a 62-year-old man in Montgomery, according to police.
How to avoid getting stuck with two mortgages during a move
Worried about juggling two mortgages during a move? A NerdWallet expert explains three financing options that can help bridge the gap.
Safety system can stop planes that overshoot runways, but most airports don’t have it
NTSB investigates Miami cargo plane overrun as data shows thousands of runway excursions.
3 injured after horse jumps during wagon ride at popular North Carolina drive-thru zoo
Three people were injured after a startled horse jumped while pulling a wagon at Lazy 5 Ranch, officials said.
Baby dies days after I-65 crash in Montgomery
A baby seriously injured in an Oct. 11 crash on Interstate 65 has since died from his injuries, according to the Montgomery Police Department.
Banana Ball returning to Auburn in February 2027
The second season of the Banana Ball Championship League is set to begin on The Plains at Auburn University!
‘It makes no sense’: Paul Finebaum reacts to Auburn win over Georgia
Finebaum said he still couldn’t explain what happened Saturday night in Athens.
Aging Untold: Here’s what you should know if you’re raising grandkids full-time
On this episode of Aging Untold, we look into the emotional and financial realities grandparents face when stepping in to raise their grandchildren full-time.
Service member who died in rappelling accident at college football game identified
The Air Force identified Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson, who died after falling during a rappelling demonstration before a UTSA football game.
Meet a man keeping accordion tradition alive through repair and performance
Nathan Longo is one of only a handful of accordion repairers in New England. He turned a retirement hobby into a 30-hour-a-week job.
Coaching change at Alabama? Paul Finebaum weighs in
Alabama returns to Bryant-Denny Stadium next week to take on Texas A&M.
Why experienced nurses are leaving — and what could bring them back
The emotional weight of nursing can be immense, but burnout is not caused by one factor alone. Workload, staffing shortages, safety concerns, documentation demands and the loss of meaningful connection with patients are all pushing experienced nurses away from the bedside.
Organization is trying to help healers amid Oregon nursing shortage
Oregon faces a nursing crisis that experts say stems not from a lack of licensed nurses, but from workplace conditions that drive healthcare workers away from frontline positions.
House Majority Leader Scalise visits Dothan for campaign stop
Marques and Scalise will hold a joint news conference on Monday afternoon in Dothan.
Photographer captures 250 veterans’ portraits to honor service
Photographer Mikel Conrad's “250 Faces of Service & Sacrifice” project is a tribute to the men and women who served to ensure veterans’ stories live on long after they are gone.
More than 1.5 million pounds of meat including hot dogs, bacon and deli meat recalled
A meat recall affects more than 1.5 million pounds of products sold under several brands, including hot dogs, bacon and chicken sausage.
I-85 NB in Macon County back open after crash
The northbound lanes of Interstate 85 in Macon County are back open after a Monday morning crash.
Hidden meanings behind emojis raise safety concerns for parents
Emojis are used daily, and they might have secret meanings that parents don't understand. Aging Untold expert Amy O’Rourke said the use of coded language among kids reflects a pattern seen across generations.
InvestigateTV+: A rise in Lyme disease cases
We head to a state where Lyme disease cases have more than quadrupled to examine a rise in cases nationwide and the effort to prevent future infections.
Shots fired along Highway 49 near Dadeville on Saturday night; authorities release statement
Shots were fired over the weekend near Lake Martin Beach Club in Dadeville, according to the restaurant and Tallapoosa County sheriff’s office.
70-year-old worker dies after falling from lift while hanging holiday lights at Bass Pro Shops
A 70-year-old man died Sunday after falling from a bucket lift while hanging holiday lights outside a Bass Pro Shops store in Alabama, authorities said.
This dog-like robot adds security layer to businesses nationwide
The robot, covered in sensors and about the size of a dog, conducts automated patrols at locations including a warehouse in Waddell.
Here’s what researchers found out about pandemic learning loss
A study found that older children faced the biggest academic struggles after the pandemic, struggling with reading, negotiating and sitting in the classroom.
Students build device to help Gulf War veteran return to archery
A group of engineering students spent months designing a device to help a veteran regain the ability to shoot a bow, after injuries left him without the use of his left arm.
Teen Driver Safety Week focuses on keeping everyone safe on the roads
This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week, dedicated to raising awareness and seek solutions to preventable teen deaths and injuries on the road.
Family mourns 81-year-old veteran shot, killed while leaving Walmart on mobility scooter
Police say one teenager has been arrested and charged with the man's murder while another suspect is still on the run.
Mother of 8 hit and killed by train during morning run: ‘She was an angel’
A family is grieving after a mother of eight was hit and killed by a train while on a morning run.
First Alert: Looking ahead to a sunny and seasonable next several days
Sunny to mostly sunny skies stick around with lows in the 40s and highs eventually nearing 80°.
‘We’re going to die’: Couple recount terrifying emergency landing during American flight
The couple evacuated the plane by jumping from the wing, with strangers catching each other on the way down.
Husband left unrecognizable after breaking up fight between 2 family dogs
A man is dealing with severe injuries to his face after breaking up a fight between two family dogs.
College student dies after falling in creek during hiking trip
A missing University of Cincinnati student hiking in West Virginia was found dead Monday.
Middle school principal arrested on public intoxication, child neglect charges
A middle school principal was arrested Tuesday on charges including public intoxication and child neglect, authorities said.
Driver escapes with minor injuries after van crashes into townhome
A person suffered minor injuries after a van drove into a building and became stuck between the building and a wall, officials said.
Student hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being hit on the way to a bus stop
A student was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle on the way to a bus stop Tuesday, authorities said.
6-year-old boy, 35-year-old man identified as victims killed when truck drove through soccer game
A child and an adult who were killed after a truck drove through a youth soccer game in east Wichita have been identified, authorities said.
Week Ahead in Washington: Week of October 18
A busy travel week for the President and Vice President as the final countdown to the midterm elections is on. This is your 'Week Ahead in Washington' for the week of October 18.
Service member killed in rappelling accident before college football game
An airman from the Nellis Air Force Base was killed in a rappelling incident at a college football game.
NASCAR building 80 cars for new movie starring Tom Cruise
Tom Cruise will reprise his role in a “Days of Thunder” sequel.
Family claims mother charged in Great Wolf Lodge murders ‘never wanted to get pregnant’
A Pennsylvania woman faces two criminal homicide charges after her husband and 3-year-old son were found stabbed at Great Wolf Lodge.
Montgomery woman fatally struck by car on U.S. 31
A Montgomery woman died Saturday night after being struck by a car on U.S. 31, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
Man killed in early morning Troy shooting
Troy police are investigating an early-morning shooting that left a man dead.
2-year-old put loaded gun in their mouth at daycare, state report says
A 2-year-old got a daycare administrator's loaded gun out of a fanny pack and put the barrel in their mouth, according to a state report.
‘It would be funny’: Man accused of stealing flamingo testifies he drank 30-40 beers that day
A man accused of stealing a flamingo from its habitat took the stand at his own trial, saying he now realizes how big of a mistake it was.
‘Confidence Court’: Wetumpka teen on mission to grow youth tennis access
One Wetumpka teen is turning her love of tennis into a mission to make athletics more accessible for all kids.
Troy falls to Louisiana 33-6 despite second-half touchdown
Troy struggled to find its offensive rhythm Saturday, falling 33-6 to Louisiana after the Ragin’ Cajuns built a 19-point halftime lead and continued to pull away in the second half.
Auburn rallies past Georgia for 27-24 victory on last-second field goal
Auburn rallied from an early 14-point deficit and capitalized on two late Georgia turnovers to defeat the Bulldogs 27-24
University official dies in freak accident while on walking tour at historic landmark
A senior leader of a Brazilian university died Friday afternoon in what is being called a freak accident.
Alabama falls to Tennessee 26-10
It was a breezy and chilly Saturday afternoon in the Smoky Mountains for the annual Third Saturday in October between Alabama - Tennessee.
Alabama State holds off Arkansas-Pine Bluff for 21-15 victory
Alabama State used a pair of second-quarter rushing touchdowns and a fourth-quarter score to defeat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 21-15
‘Tragedy’: 1 child, 1 adult killed after vehicle drives into soccer game at sports complex, police say
A child and an adult were killed, and several other people were hurt when a truck drove through a soccer game in Kansas.
Faulkner overwhelms Andrew College for 46-21 victory
Faulkner University used a dominant defensive performance and effective rushing attack to defeat Andrew College 46-21, capitalizing on turnovers and special-teams plays to build a commanding lead.
Record-setting 60-year-old flamingo hatches 2 chicks at Louisville Zoo
The Louisville Zoo announced the arrival of brand-new Chilean flamingo chicks on Thursday.
Family accused of taking nearly $375,000 in copper from interstate construction projects
Authorities say hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of copper has been stolen from construction projects along Interstate 69.
Huntingdon defense shines in 17-3 win over North Carolina Wesleyan
Huntingdon’s defense delivered a series of game-changing plays, including an interception returned for a touchdown, as the Hawks defeated North Carolina Wesleyan 17-3.
2 killed, 1 injured in Covington County crash
Two people were killed Thursday in a two-vehicle crash in Covington County, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
Pumpkins spill onto roadway, causing major Halloween headache
Pumpkins caused traffic delays in a South Carolina town.
Hiker rescued after falling cactus hits her in the head
A woman was taken to a trauma center after she was hit on the head by a cactus while hiking in Arizona.
Carrot Top announces return to Las Vegas show, thanks supporters for their well-wishes
Comedian and Las Vegas headliner Carrot Top will return to the stage next week.
Immigration’s economic impact highlighted ahead of midterms
While economists point to several factors for the rise in inflation, some Democratic lawmakers are saying President Donald Trump’s immigration policies are contributing to the problem.
Popular roller coaster shut down at Six Flags’ Cedar Point after bracket comes loose from ride
The Millennium Force roller coaster at Cedar Point was shut down Friday after a small bracket became dislodged from a car on the ride.
ADOC gives update on Gov. Kay Ivey Correctional Complex completion
The Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex in Elmore County is now more than 85% complete.
DoorDash driver dies, teen brother critical after being ambushed while delivering food, father says
A man and his younger brother delivering food were allegedly ambushed by gunfire Thursday in the Nashville area.
High school football team’s season canceled as police investigate multiple serious reports
A St. Louis football team’s season was canceled as police investigate “inappropriate behavior.”
81-year-old man killed during home invasion; suspect shoots himself in bathroom, authorites say
An 81-year-old Mississippi man was shot and killed during a home invasion, authorities said.
First Alert: A true fall feeling has come to the River Region
Temperatures starting off in the 40, struggle to reach the 70s during the afternoon
Mom hunts ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ moose 4 days after C-section birth
A North Dakota woman filled a "once-in-a-lifetime" moose tag days after giving birth.
Woman previously convicted of killing husband arrested again on new charge
Wendy Payne was held on a $2,500 bond for the DUI charge.
Investigation underway after shots heard near Selma homecoming
An investigation is underway after shots were fired near Selma High School’s homecoming game.
Investigation underway after shots heard at Selma homecoming
An investigation is underway after shots were fired near Selma High School’s homecoming game.
‘They need to be safe’: Inside Montgomery’s new shelter for mothers and their children
For years, Friendship Mission has been the only shelter for people experiencing homelessness in Montgomery.
‘Their homes are destroyed’: Power remains out for about a third of this rural Conecuh County town almost a week after Hurricane Isaias
In the tiny Conecuh County town of Repton, folks have been lending a hand from dawn until dusk to make sure their neighbors are taken care of.
High school student shot, killed on interstate, police say
A 17-year-old in Missouri was shot and killed while driving on an interstate, according to authorities.
Man in custody after 117 mph chase on I-65 in Shelby County
Authorities said the suspect’s identity will be released when formal charges are filed.