Wilmer man fights animal cruelty charges under ‘Stand Your Ground’ law
A Wilmer man is invoking Alabama’s “Stand Your Ground” law in arguing that animal cruelty charges should be dismissed.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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University of South Alabama hosts 15th annual Summer Engineering Academy
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The University of South Alabama wrapped up its annual Summer Engineering Academy on Friday, giving local high school upperclassmen hand...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Trump EPA moves to approve Alabama coal ash program rejected by Biden administration
The proposal would allow the Alabama Department of Environmental Management to decide whether utilities in the state could leave millions of tons of coal ash...
Jul 17, 2026Open source
‘I just want an answer’: Alabama Vietnam veteran waits 60 years for military honor
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Sixty years after a combat mission in Vietnam, retired Marine Corps helicopter pilot James Hateley says he is still waiting for an answer.
Jul 17, 2026Open source
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Lawsuit: Months of Disturbing Conversations with ChatGPT Led to Woman’s Suicide by Walking into Traffic
The family of a 29-year-old Alabama woman who died in June 2025 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming the company's ChatGPT chatbot man...
Jul 22, 2026Open source
UPDATE: Road re-opened: ALEA announces road closure in Monroe County Sunday morning
EVERGREEN, Ala. (WALA) - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, or ALEA, says a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 8:10 a.m. Sunday, July 19, has...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
How a young Alabama man has become a leading — and booming — opera voice
MUNICH, Germany (AP) — Nicholas Brownlee had just fallen in love with opera and was eager to see if his emerging bass-baritone voice could handle Richard W...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Pleasant Avenue to close Monday through Thursday for Alabama Power utility work
Alabama Power crews will secure new utility poles for transmission lines serving University Hospital.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Woman dies, 2 children injured in Autauga County crash
An Autaugaville woman died and two children were injured after a single-vehicle crash early Saturday, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Perry County names Donald Bennett Democratic nominee after tie-break; Turner continues challenge
Nearly two months after one of Alabama’s closest local elections, Perry County officials say the Democratic primary for Commission District 1 has been deci...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
94-Year-Old Celebrates 20 Years at Chick-fil-A—and Has No Plans To Retire
A 94-year-old Chick-fil-A employee in Alabama is going viral after celebrating 20 years on the job, saying she plans to keep working "as long as I can."
Jul 18, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
After falling short in the regionals last year, the Hawks prevailed this time to qualify for the national tournament in Alabama.
Jul 18, 2026Open source
'Dream Job': Veteran Sportswriter, Recruiting Expert Andrew Bone Joins Yea Alabama
Longtime sportswriter Andrew Bone will soon begin telling stories about University of Alabama athletics from a different perspective.
Jul 18, 2026Open source
Former Bills, Steelers cornerback Levi Wallace retires at 31
Cornerback Levi Wallace announced his NFL retirement at age 31 after eight seasons. The Alabama walk-on and undrafted free agent played for the Buffalo Bills...
Jul 18, 2026Open source
Heat, humidity and some storms over the weekend
Chief Meteorologist and Severe Weather Expert Jeff Castle is no stranger to North Alabama weather. Prior to joining the WAAY 31 Stormtracker Weather Team in...
Jul 17, 2026Open source
North Alabama drug bust seizes $1.2M in cocaine
Authorities say they've taken down a major cocaine pipeline running through North Alabama with direct ties to a Mexican cartel.
Jul 17, 2026Open source
Alabama secures $203M to address healthcare gap affecting 200,000 residents
Alabama has secured more than $203 million in federal funding to address a healthcare access crisis that leaves as many as 200,000 residents without adequate...
Jul 17, 2026Open source
Surface miners prepare for unexpected accidents with drill at Alabama Fire College
Surface miners held a critical drill at the Alabama Fire College to help rescue those who get injured on the job.
Jul 17, 2026Open source
Texas man sentenced after pleading guilty to smuggling cocaine through Alabama
A U.S. District Judge sentenced 30-year-old Brandon Azael Lopez of McAllen, Texas, to 46 months in prison.
Jul 17, 2026Open source
How Southern football reacted to being voted among the worst teams in the SWAC preseason poll
Before Southern football coach Marshall Faulk spoke at SWAC football media day in Birmingham, Alabama, on July 15, the conference revealed its preseason poll...
Jul 17, 2026Open source
Alabama state employees could see health benefit changes amid ‘difficult choices’
Changes could be presented to the State Employees Insurance Board (SEIB) in September, CEO Stephanie Azar said.
Jul 16, 2026Open source
Alabama Department of Public Health confirms 11 cyclosporiasis cases in state
Symptoms include watery or “explosive” diarrhea, nausea and stomach cramps. It’s often contracted by eating or drinking something contaminated with the...
Jul 16, 2026Open source
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Wilmer is in Mobile County, Alabama.
Region: South Alabama
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Lawsuit: Months of Disturbing Conversations with ChatGPT Led to Woman’s Suicide by Walking into Traffic
The family of a 29-year-old Alabama woman who died in June 2025 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming the company's ChatGPT chatbot man...
Jul 22, 2026Open source
UPDATE: Road re-opened: ALEA announces road closure in Monroe County Sunday morning
EVERGREEN, Ala. (WALA) - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, or ALEA, says a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 8:10 a.m. Sunday, July 19, has...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
How a young Alabama man has become a leading — and booming — opera voice
MUNICH, Germany (AP) — Nicholas Brownlee had just fallen in love with opera and was eager to see if his emerging bass-baritone voice could handle Richard W...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
University of South Alabama hosts 15th annual Summer Engineering Academy
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The University of South Alabama wrapped up its annual Summer Engineering Academy on Friday, giving local high school upperclassmen hand...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Pleasant Avenue to close Monday through Thursday for Alabama Power utility work
Alabama Power crews will secure new utility poles for transmission lines serving University Hospital.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Woman dies, 2 children injured in Autauga County crash
An Autaugaville woman died and two children were injured after a single-vehicle crash early Saturday, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Perry County names Donald Bennett Democratic nominee after tie-break; Turner continues challenge
Nearly two months after one of Alabama’s closest local elections, Perry County officials say the Democratic primary for Commission District 1 has been deci...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
94-Year-Old Celebrates 20 Years at Chick-fil-A—and Has No Plans To Retire
A 94-year-old Chick-fil-A employee in Alabama is going viral after celebrating 20 years on the job, saying she plans to keep working "as long as I can."
Jul 18, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
After falling short in the regionals last year, the Hawks prevailed this time to qualify for the national tournament in Alabama.
Jul 18, 2026Open source
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