DCH Lawsuit | Brookwood Murders | Court Updates | Bama Theatre Grant: Weekend Roundup

TUSCALOOSA, AL — It was another busy week across Tuscaloosa and West Alabama, with no shortage of headlines.

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Every Saturday we will bring you a roundup of the biggest stories we covered over the last week, just in case you might've missed something important.

Scroll through the links below to catch up on the events that shaped the news cycle over the last week in the Tuscaloosa Patch coverage area.

DCH Seeks Dismissal From Ada Doss Wrongful Death Lawsuit

DCH Health Care Authority has asked a Tuscaloosa County judge to dismiss it from a wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the fatal shooting of nurse and case manager Ada Doss in May.

Authorities Search For Missing Hale County Mother, 3 Children

Authorities are asking for the public's help locating a Hale County woman and her three young children who have been missing for more than two weeks.

County Nets $75K State Preservation Grant For Historic Bama Theatre

The Historic Bama Theatre is set to receive a $75,000 state preservation grant to help fund window replacements and other building improvements.

Mother Gets Life Sentences For Death Of 1-Year-Old Kahleb Collins

A Winfield woman will spend the rest of her life in prison after pleading guilty Friday to charges stemming from the abuse and death of her son, 1-year-old Kahleb Collins.

Man Convicted Of Murder Involving Former UA Basketball Player Loses Latest Appeal

The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals has denied a request for a rehearing of its decision by a Maryland man convicted of capital murder in a 2023 fatal shooting in Tuscaloosa involving a former Alabama basketball player.

Glo Tanning To Open First Tuscaloosa Location This Weekend

A new wellness and tanning studio is set to open in Tuscaloosa this weekend, with free memberships available for the first customers through the door.

Funeral Arrangements Set For Beloved UAPD Investigator Justin Beal

Funeral arrangements have been announced for University of Alabama Police Department Investigator Justin Beal, who died Wednesday after a courageous public battle with terminal cancer.

Two-Time UA Grad Named Clemson University's Next President

The Clemson University Board of Trustees on Thursday unanimously named Benjamin C. Ayers as the university's next president.

Downtown Tuscaloosa Coffee Trail Rewards Visitors For Shopping Local

The Tuscaloosa Downtown Merchants Association this week announced it has launched the Downtown Tuscaloosa Coffee Trail, a free promotion that encourages residents and visitors to visit locally owned coffee shops and specialty beverage destinations.

ALEA Identifies Man Killed In Walker County Officer-Involved Shooting

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says a 47-year-old Nauvoo man was fatally shot by a Carbon Hill police officer Wednesday during a welfare check at a Walker County residence.

Decorated TCHS Athletic Director Leaving For New Job At Northridge High

Tuscaloosa County High School Assistant Principal and Athletic Director Dominic Ingram is switching school systems to become an assistant principal at Northridge High School.

DCH Hires Veteran UA Police Officer To Lead Security At Northport Medical Center

DCH Health System on Tuesday announced it has hired veteran lawman Patrick Hinkle to oversee security at Northport Medical Center.

Pickens County Man Jailed For Child Sexual Abuse, Human Trafficking And More

A Pickens County man has been arrested on multiple felony charges, including first-degree human trafficking, after a child reported years of alleged sexual abuse to authorities.

Appeals Court Rules Tuscaloosa Sex Offender Has Right To Live With His Child

A federal appeals court ruled Monday that a Tuscaloosa County sex offender has the constitutional right to live with his small child unless the state of Alabama can argue otherwise regarding its state law.

Motive Remains Unclear In Brookwood Double Murder As More Details Revealed

Investigators say the man charged in Monday's double homicide in Brookwood knew both victims and the homeowner but have few answers as to why he is believed to have killed them and a dog.

Tuscaloosa Biz Leaders Named To New Roles With ASHS Foundation Board

Two Tuscaloosa business leaders have been selected for new roles with the Board of Directors for the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation.

Shelton State Names Longtime UA Executive As Dean Of Advancement

Shelton State Community College has named longtime University of Alabama executive Neely Portera as its new dean of advancement.

Alabama, Auburn Issue Joint Statement Opposing Bipartisan College Sports Bill

The University of Alabama and Auburn University issued a joint statement Monday opposing the bipartisan Protect College Sports Act, while urging the U.S. Senate not to advance the legislation unless significant changes are made.

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