Closing Arguments Presented In Luther Watkins Capital Murder Trial; Jury Begins Deliberations

Jury deliberations have started in the capital murder trial of a man accused of murdering a Tuscaloosa Police officer.

Woman Wounded In Cordell Street Shooting; Suspect At Large

A woman was injured in a shooting Thursday evening in west Tuscaloosa

Man Accused Of Killing Tuscaloosa Police Officer Takes Stand In Day Four Of Capital Murder Trial

Here's the latest on the capital murder trial for Luther Bernard Watkins, Jr.

Prosecution Rests On Third Day Of Luther Watkins Capital Murder Trial

The prosecution rested on the third day of the capital murder trial for Luther Bernard Watkins Jr.

Murder Conviction Upheld For Duncanville Man Serving Life For Killing Ex

A Duncanville man found guilty killing his ex-girlfriend in 2021 saw his murder conviction upheld in appeals court.

Tuscaloosa Woman Charged With Manslaughter For Fatal Crash In Coaling

A Tuscaloosa woman has been charged with manslaughter following a fatal head-on collision last week on U.S. Highway 11 that killed on person

Witnesses To Shooting Of TPD Investigator Take Stand Tuesday In Capital Murder Trial

A Tuscaloosa County jury heard from eight witnesses Tuesday on the second day of the capital murder trial for Luther Bernard Watkins, Jr.

Tuscaloosa Man With 'Nightlife' Connections Charged With Sexual Abuse, Burglary

The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is investigating a reported sexual abuse and burglary that led to the arrest of a Tuscaloosa man.

Jury Hears Opening Statements, Testimony As Trial Begins For Man Accused Of Killing TPD Investigator

Here's the latest on the capital murder trial of Luther Bernard Watkins, Jr.

Judge Denies Charles Bediako's Request For Preliminary Injunction

Tuscaloosa County Circuit Court Judge Daniel Pruet on Monday denied Charles Bediako’s request for a preliminary injunction

One Injured In Motorcycle Crash On Highway 43 In Northport

Northport Police say one person has been hospitalized after a crash involving a motorcycle and pickup truck on Highway 43 in Northport.

Tuscaloosa Police Investigating Friday Shooting At Rosedale Apartments

The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is investigating a Friday evening shooting at Rosedale Apartments​ that left a man injured.

TPD Identifies Suspect Sought After SWAT Responds To Fosters Ferry Road

TPD responded to a domestic violence call early Saturday morning that led to a SWAT deployment in the 2600 block of Fosters Ferry Road.

Two Missing Boaters Found Alive In Pickens County

The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office says two boaters reported missing Friday were found alive along the banks of the Tombigbee River

Jury Selection Concludes Ahead Of Trial For Man Accused Of Killing TPD Investigator

Jury selection in the capital murder trial of Luther Bernard Watkins Jr. concluded Friday in Tuscaloosa County Circuit Court after five days

Parole Denied For Man Serving Life Sentence For 1983 Rape Conviction In Fayette County

The Board of Pardons and Paroles has denied parole for a man serving a life sentence for a 1983 first-degree rape conviction in Fayette Co.

Judge Hears Arguments In Injunction Hearing For Charles Bediako

A judge heard arguments Friday morning from both sides in the civil case of Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako.

Tuscaloosa County Man Charged With Dissemination Of Child Sexual Abuse Material

A Tuscaloosa County man is behind bars and charged with dissemination of child sexual abuse material.

Applications Open For Officer Kennis Croom Memorial Scholarship

The nonprofit says the application period will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 28.

GoFundMe Launched For Hale County Woman Who Lost Everything In Weekend House Fire

​ A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help a Hale County woman rebuild her life after a weekend fire destroyed her home

Aliceville High School Teacher Jailed On Child Porn Charges

An employee at Aliceville High School has been arrested on multiple felony charges related to child pornography

Judge Blocks Access To Media, Public As Jury Selection Begins In Trial Of Slain TPD Investigator

Jury selection began Monday ahead of the trial of Luther Bernard Watkins Jr., the man accused of killing a TPD investigator in 2019.

Pickens County Deputies Deploy Spike Strips To Stop Vehicle Pursuit

Pickens County Sheriff Jordan Powel​l says a man has been arrested after a high-speed pursuit Sunday evening.

Local Group To Hold Vigil For 'Victims Of ICE' At Tuscaloosa Church

A local group is holding a vigil at a Tuscaloosa church to honor the memories of two people killed by federal agents in this month.

'Serial Offender' From Tuscaloosa Sentenced To 35 Years For Child Exploitation

A Tuscaloosa man has been sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for crimes related to the sexual exploitation of children.

Area Schools Recognized For Safety By Attorney General

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the winners of the 2025 Safe School Awards this week.

Investigation Begins After One Killed In Lake View House Fire

One person was killed and at least one other injured in a house fire Tuesday afternoon in Lake View.

Tuscaloosa County EMA, Compassion Coalition Seeks Blanket Donations For Warming Stations

Tuscaloosa County Emergency Management officials are partnering with a local nonprofit to collect supplies for warming stations.

Pedestrian From Wilcox County Killed In Apparent Hit-And-Run

ALEA says a pedestrian was killed early Sunday morning after being struck by a vehicle in Wilcox County.

Tuscaloosa Fire Rescue Receives Federal Grant To Fund Training Programs

The department will receive a total of $241,810, with $219,827.27 provided through FEMA and a local match of $21,982.73.

Democrat State Rep. Chris England Seeks Re-Election In House District 70

State Rep. Chris England, a Democrat from Tuscaloosa, officially qualified this week to seek re-election in House District 70.

TPD Chief Blankley Named Executive Director Of Public Safety; Sanders Named Acting TPD Chief

​ Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox on Tuesday appointed Tuscaloosa Police Chief Brent Blankley as the city’s first Executive Director of Public

University Of Alabama Names Scott Thurmond As New Police Chief

UAPD this week named former deputy chief and longtime police executive Scott Thurmond as its new police chief.

Social Media Posts Discussed Ahead Of Trial For Man Accused Of Killing TPD Investigator

The capital murder trial of Luther Watkins, who is accused of killing TPD Investigator Dornell Cousette, is set to begin next month

Two Dead After Crash Friday In Greene County

Two people are dead following a two-vehicle crash Friday night a few miles south of Eutaw in Greene County.

ALEA Expands Search For Person Of Interest In Perry County Murder Investigation

ALEA has expanded the search for a person of interest in a homicide investigation in Perry County

Scammers Claiming To Falsely Represent Tuscaloosa River Market

Tuscaloosa River Market organizers are warning food trucks about a scam in which an individual is falsely claiming to represent the venue.

Donations Sought To Cover Funeral Costs For Central High Student Killed in Accidental Shooting

The Tuscaloosa community is being asked for donations to cover funeral expenses for 15-year-old Zamarrion Watson.

Self-Defense Raised As Possible Motive In Fatal Shooting In Samantha

Police say a motive of self-defense is being considered in a Friday morning shooting in Samantha that left one person dead.

One Dead, Suspect In Custody After Shooting On Billy Bigham Road In Samantha

Here's the latest on a shooting investigation in northern Tuscaloosa County.