TUSCALOOSA, Ala (WIAT) – Eddie Conyers was the first University of Alabama football practice referee, whose spirit embodied the Tide lives on. “One of my favorite stories is how he got the job,” 1979-1982 UA Football player Tommy Wilcox said. It was the 6... See more
Coach Nate Oats and Charles Bediako’s attorney discuss NCAA eligibility issues Story by WIAT Birmingham Avery Boyce Sat, January 24, 2026 at 4:17 AM UTC · 3 min read TUSCALOOSA, Ala ( WIAT ) – University of Alabama Men’s Head Basketball Coach Nate Oats an... See more
TUSCALOOSA, Ala (WIAT) — A trial date is set for a man charged with capital murder in the shooting death of a Tuscaloosa police officer. The trial is scheduled to start Feb. 2. If a jury convicts Luther Watkins, he will be sentenced to death, the state sa... See more
TUSCALOOSA, Ala (WIAT) – Sam Faucett’s legacy lives on as family and friends lay the philanthropist to rest Wednesday. Hundreds of people gathered at the Christ Episcopal Church in downtown Tuscaloosa Wednesday to honor Facuett’s life and the impact he ma... See more
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) – First responders share tips on how to stay safe when frying a turkey this Thanksgiving. “We don’t recommend you fry a turkey yourself, we recommend leaving it to the experts or buying one,” Northport Fire Department Captain Jason... See more
