Birmingham Cop Fired; Missing Woman Found Dead: The Week In News

BIRMINGHAM, AL — A case of a missing Jefferson County woman came to a tragic end this past week, when the 20-year-old was found dead.

Also during the week, a Birmingham police officer was fired and arrested after staging a shooting and faking a distress call.

Here are some of the stroies that made headlines during the week of July 28 - August 3:

3 Suspects Charged In Murder Of Missing Jefferson County Woman

The month-long search for a Jefferson County woman ended early Monday morning, when Marka "Willoe" Watkins, 20, was found murdered in Tuscaloosa. Three suspects have been arrested and charged in her murder.

4-Year-Old Girl Dies After Shooting In Gate City

Jurnee Coleman was in her home when a bullet entered the window of her apartment and struck her in the head. She had been at Children's of Alabama since the shooting, and died Wednesday afternoon.

UAB Health System And United Healthcare Reach Agreement

On the final day of their existing contract, the UAB Health System and United Healthcare have reached tentative agreement on a health insurance contract. The contract was set to expire July 31.

Coaches Poll: Alabama No. 2 In Preseason, Auburn 16th

The Amway Coaches Poll released its preseason college football rankings Thursday, and there is not much surprise at the top. Alabama is ranked second behind Clemson - where the two ended the 2018 season.

Birmingham Police Officer Arrested After Faking Distress Call

A Birmingham police officer has been terminated after authorities learned he staged a shooting and fabricated a distress call.