Politics

The City of Tuscaloosa is breaking ground on the new Burrell Odom Park. Mayor Walt Maddox, Councilor Matthew Wilson and former Councilor Phyllis Odom spoke during the Friday ceremony. "Today we break ground on hope," said Mayor Walt Maddox. "The hope that this will be a community gathering space and...

Former Northport mayor Bobby Herndon said, "It gave me chills to read messages from victims in South Carolina and North Carolina that have heard about the people of Northport, Alabama". Herndon and his "Benevolent Way" group are collecting supplies and taking them to hurricane victims in Florida and the Carolinas...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — The City of Tuscaloosa will host its annual “Tech or Treat” to celebrate the fall season with families and children interested in STEAM. The event will be held at the Gateway Innovation and Discovery Center at 2614 University Blvd East from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Oct. 24. Attendees can go table […]

This past Saturday, September 28th, in front of a sold-out crowd in Bryant-Denny Stadium, and the former 45th president of the United States, Donald Trump, paid a visit to Tuscaloosa to watch the top-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide face off against SEC rivals the Georgia Bulldogs, where these two teams did not disappoint as the Crimson Tide went on to defeat the Bulldogs 41-34 in front of over 100 recruits in one of the best college football games of the season.

Residents in Tuscaloosa can enjoy a family-friendly movie completely free in Tuscaloosa on Thursday, October 3rd. The Kristen Amerson Youth Foundation will be hosting a free private screening of the new movie The Wild Robot October 3rd at 7p at CMX Hollywood 16 & IMAX, 4250 Old Greensboro Road, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405.

Dozens of volunteers united Oct. 2 in Tuscaloosa for Habitat for Humanity's annual women's build. The Women Build is a national Habitat for Humanity initiative designed to engage, educate, and empower women to transform lives and strengthen communities by providing safe and affordable homes for families in need. More: Built by 'Bama: Nick...

Elected officials in Tuscaloosa are gearing up to formalize their concerns with the Alabama Department of Transportation's plan to demolish a critical access road on McFarland Boulevard during their project to add lanes to the nearby Woolsey Finnell bridge over the Black Warrior River. As the Thread first reported in...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Two Tuscaloosa women are on a personal mission to bring a special trailer to Alabama games that will serve as a quiet place for anyone dealing with sensory issues. The creators say it’s a safe space in case a loud game or a fireworks show gets...

Downtown Tuscaloosa's most popular block is poised to get a little brighter as the city council and Alabama Power draw close to a deal to install or upgrade 20 street lights there. At a Tuesday evening meeting of the council's Public Projects Committee, city engineer Mike Gardiner explained that the...

Alabama is being largely impacted by a southern pine beetle epidemic. The Alabama Forestry Commission estimating a current loss of over $87 million dollars at the current stumpage prices, due to infestations. Over 3 million trees across the state have been infected. "This year we have seen over 10,200 spots....

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - The first-of-its kind Sports Illustrated Hotel is one step closer in becoming a reality. According to the Tuscaloosa City Council, developers hope to start moving dirt in January if all goes well. The location of the hotel on Rice Mine Road and Highway 82 is on...

The city of Tuscaloosa is moving forward on plans to add almost two miles to the walking trail at its Northern Riverwalk, which will eventually link with the longer southern trail via the then six-laned Woolsey Finnell bridge. During a meeting of the Public Projects Committee of the Tuscaloosa City...

This week in West Alabama, Oct. 3-9, the Chukker Meetup, a one-day version of last year's Chukker Weekender; Prentice Concert Chorale and guests celebrate songs of the 1950s; Druid City Pride Festival; Moundville Native American Festival; opening of "Monster Makeover"; FC2 reading and more MUSIC THURSDAY ...

The Autauga County Bama Fans, a dedicated community of University of Alabama supporters, have announced the creation of a new scholarship in honor of CNN journalist Kaitlan Collins, a native of Prattville, Alabama, and an alumna of the university. This announcement comes just a day after Collins was named to TIME’s prestigious 100NEXT list for 2024, which highlights emerging leaders shaping the future in various fields.

Tuscaloosa and Birmingham fans can catch The Reunion Tour featuring Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and The Clark Sisters at the BJCC on Saturday, October 5, at 7 p.m., with Kierra Sheard-Kelly as the special guest. Expect performances of Franklin's hits like "I Smile," "Love Theory," and "Together."

MOUNDVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - One of the largest celebrations of Native American communities in Alabama kicks off at the 36th Annual Moundville Native American Festival. The celebration hosted by the University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park aims to encourage community and education about southeastern Native Americans. The celebration will feature art, traditional dances, stories, music, and more.