Alabama football moved up one spot to No. 9 in the AP Poll, but the College Football Playoff Committee unveils its first rankings tonight. The CFP's rankings will provide a clearer look at how the committee views each team heading into the final weeks of the regular season. bit.ly/4BNW8IK

Alabama rises to No. 9 on AP Poll; first CFP Rankings releases tonight

Alabama football moved up one spot to No. 9 in the AP Poll, but the College Football Playoff Committee unveils its first rankings tonight.

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The biggest issues affecting voting were weather-related, with flooding in Florida and parts of the Southwest prompting changes to polling locations, as well as a problem with ballot scanners also was delaying vote counting in New York's suburban Westchester County. #[bit.ly/48x2Wg7

Election Day unfolds with relatively few problems. Some voters disrupted by weather, machine issues

Americans are casting ballots on the final day of voting in the U.S. midterms with relatively few issues so far. As of Tuesday afternoon, the biggest problems affecting voting were

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Greenlandic lawmakers on Tuesday voted to approve an agreement between the Arctic island, Denmark and the United States to strengthen security in the Arctic and North Atlantic after months of pressure by President Trump seeking to control the territory of a NATO ally. bit.ly/4kvcXlg

Greenland approves security deal with Denmark and US following months of Trump's pressure

Greenlandic lawmakers have approved an agreement with Denmark and the United States to strengthen security in the Arctic and North Atlantic. This decision follows months of pressure from U.S. President

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Former Alabama standouts delivered big performances across the NFL, making their presence felt on both sides of the ball. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs continued his monster season, recording 23 carries for 153 rushing yards and a touchdown. bit.ly/3X2lIJM

Bama in the NFL Week 8

Former Alabama standouts delivered big performances across the NFL, making their presence felt on both sides of the ball.

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Residents are upset that their tax dollars are being used to fund this project and now that they will have to pay an additional two percent service tax at Big Mike's Steakhouse. bit.ly/4kBY2Wm

Northport residents address council over concerns about Big Mike's

During Monday night's Northport City Council meeting, residents addressed concerns about tax dollars and transparency on the Big Mike's development.

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Alabama's bye week was about more than getting healthy. With another ranked SEC opponent awaiting, the Crimson Tide coaching staff used the extra preparation time to address mistakes and build momentum heading into Baton Rouge. bit.ly/4BFnNv9

Alabama uses bye week to prepare for LSU showdown

Alabama's bye week was about more than getting healthy. With another ranked SEC opponent awaiting, the Crimson Tide coaching staff used the extra preparation time to address mistakes and build

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Tuesday's opener will give Oats his first regular-season opportunity to evaluate how his new roster performs together. Tipoff against Sam Houston is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at Coleman Coliseum. The game will air on the SEC Network. bit.ly/4faPdzk

Alabama Men's Basketball opens up the season against Sam Houston

Alabama men's basketball enters the 2026-27 season with a revamped roster and high expectations, but head coach Nate Oats knows there is still work to be done.

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After only two winning seasons during six years with the Seminoles, Norvell is going to be paid almost $50 million to NOT coach Florida State. bit.ly/4A7xNf5

Florida State fires Mike Norvell after 6-plus seasons and takes on his nearly $50M buyout

Florida State has fired coach Mike Norvell after a home loss to Clemson. The decision comes despite a hefty buyout of around $50 million. Norvell and the Seminoles have struggled

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The Greensboro Raiders welcomed the Hale County Wildcats on senior night for a non-region matchup to wrap up the regular season. The Wildcats weathered the storm and secured a 32-19 victory over Greensboro in the final regular season matchup for both teams. bit.ly/4sIgKxW

Fast start by Hale County downs Greensboro

The Greensboro Raiders welcomed the Hale County Wildcats on senior night for a non-region matchup to wrap up the regular season.

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Catch up on all of the high school football you may have missed around West Alabama with Football Friday. WVUA 23's Gary Harris will catch you up all the high school highlights, scores and exciting plays from Friday. #footballfriday #wvua23 #yourtownyournews #[bit.ly/4iS3sLE

Football Friday: October 30, 2026

On this week 10 edition of Football Friday, our game of the week between ACA and Northside kicks off the top of the show. Later, we show all the highlights

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Pickens Academy hosted Fruitdale tonight for the final game of the regular season in the Battle of the Pirates. With the win, Pickens Academy moves to 8-2 on the season. With the loss, Fruitdale moves to 1-9 on the season to finish its season. bit.ly/3UuEw3t

Pickens Academy wins the "Battlle of the Pirates"

Pickens Academy hosted Fruitdale tonight for the final game of the regular season in the battle of the Pirates.

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“Our state is experiencing historic momentum in areas like job creation, education, infrastructure, and public safety, to name just a few. I want that progress to continue for our children and grandchildren. So, y’all, get to the polls on November 3.” bit.ly/4zjn6pL

Governor Ivey Encourages Alabamians to Vote in November 3 General Election

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday encouraged Alabamians to vote in the November 3 General Election.

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Alabama saw a 2.07% increase in its average auto loan balance in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the first. In Alabama, the average auto loan balance was $21,187, and the average monthly payment was $511 in the second quarter of 2026. bit.ly/4jPGo18

WalletHub ranks Alabama fifth for auto loan debt increases

WalletHub ranked Alabama fifth among states with the largest increases in auto loan debt.

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Patients and their families visited stations throughout the room and collected treats, including stickers, stress balls and bubbles. Child Life and Education staff delivered treat bags to patients who could not attend the event. bit.ly/4zfhih3

Children’s of Alabama hosts annual Halloween celebration

With help from Protective Life volunteers, patients and families at Children’s of Alabama participated in the hospital’s annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat Town celebration Friday.

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Following an increase in drivers illegally passing stopped school buses, TCS and the Tuscaloosa Police Department are working to prevent accidents and protect students traveling to and from school. bit.ly/4sS6nYt

Tuscaloosa City Schools addresses rise in illegal school bus passing

The Tuscaloosa City Schools (TCS) is working with the Tuscaloosa Police Department to remind drivers to follow school bus safety laws.

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The City of Tuscaloosa’s Water and Sewer Department is offering guided group tours to celebrate the Ed Love Water Filtration Plant’s 50th anniversary. You will now have the opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at how water from Lake Tuscaloosa is treated. bit.ly/4yORE1q

Ed Love Water Filtration Plant marks 50 years with public tours

The City of Tuscaloosa’s Water and Sewer Department is offering guided group tours to celebrate the Ed Love Water Filtration Plant’s 50th anniversary.

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Alabama soccer travels to Starkville to take on Mississippi state Sunday for the last game of the regular season. Alabama is looking for revenge after dropping last season matchup against the Bulldogs 2-1. The Tide lead the all time series against Mississippi State 16-10-5. bit.ly/4A6KA1x

Alabama soccer takes on Mississippi State

Alabama soccer travels to Starkville to take on Mississippi state Sunday for the last game of the regular season.

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The American pope, who has made AI a key priority, said the principles are already known but what is missing are the institutions that can effectively safeguard the global common good. bit.ly/4iq6ZiP

Pope says 'most urgent' challenge facing AI race is need for institutional ethical framework

Pope Leo XIV on Friday told a Vatican gathering of artificial intelligence researchers and experts that the “most urgent” challenge was to identify international institutions that will put ethical principles

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ACA hosts Northside for Football Friday Game of the Week. The Patriots are looking to bounce back after dropping its first game of the year last week. Northside looks to take this game to complete the undefeated regular season going into the playoffs. bit.ly/4eaWdMl

ACA hosts Northside for Game of the Week

American Christian Academy hosts Northside for WVUA-23's Game of the Week.

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Harris operated a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors in Alabama and elsewhere. During this time, Harris used two companies that he controlled to execute the scheme. Over the course of the scheme, Harris defrauded approximately 27 victims of a total of over $2 million. #[bit.ly/3WX9vpG

Florida man charged with securities fraud; some Alabamians defrauded

A Florida man has been charged with securities fraud for his role in a Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors, announced Phillip W. Williams Jr., United States Attorney, Amanda Senn, Director

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During a time that included the massive changes in the landscape of college sports around name, image and likeness deals for players, Yormark landed a six-year television contract extension with ESPN and Fox valued at $2.28 billion. bit.ly/3WiV1Aj

Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is leaving after 4 years of transformational change

Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is leaving the conference after four years that included transformational change in the league and college sports. The decision comes about a year and a

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The awards use private dollars to improve publicly owned sites for economic development. Walker County Economic and Industrial Development Authority and City of Aliceville Industrial Development Board will be receiving money through this funding. bit.ly/4sz8gc3

Governor Ivey announces $9.3 million in Growing Alabama funding to improve industrial sites across state

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced five industrial sites across Alabama will soon be improved to better attract quality jobs thanks to more than $9.3 million in new funding.

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The University of Alabama is distributing the grant among 10 research projects focused on developing innovation technologies across various industries. The fund was established by the Alabama Legislature in 2019 and signed into law as part of the Alabama Innovation Act. bit.ly/4A8uaFT

UA receives $2.8 million to support innovation technologies

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded the University of Alabama a $2.8 million grant to support research projects aimed at advancing medicine, agriculture and construction.

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Whether either party wins or loses Tuesday, the end of the 2026 midterms marks the beginning of a high-stakes fight over the country's political future in the twilight of the Trump era. bit.ly/4BBv1Al

A midterm crossroads for both parties eyeing the beginning of the end of the Trump era

The nation’s major political parties are at a crossroads. President Donald Trump is facing the prospect of a voter rebellion Tuesday that could force Republican officials to rethink their allegiance

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It's a few days until polling places across the country open for the long-anticipated 2026 midterm elections. Many voters can probably tell you who's running for governor in Alabama, but new research shows, that nearly one third of voters leave part of their ballots blank. bit.ly/4iwAi3D

Why many voters are leaving part of their election ballots blank?

Just five days until polling places across the country open for the long-anticipated 2026 midterm elections.

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The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November’s midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation. bit.ly/4zivkP1

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican on Friday confirmed the Chicago-born Leo submitted a mail-in ballot in

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The Big 10 is putting a new financial framework into action for their student athletes. The conference announced a $49 million limit on school involvement in athlete compensation arrangements, effective immediately. bit.ly/47KuWg7

Protect College Sports Act update: Big 10 announces compensation cap

A new development happened yesterday in the push to change how college athletics operate.

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The hand-drawn map showing the Mason-Dixon Line that eventually divided free from slave states in the U.S. sold Thursday for $950,000. Forty-five bidders battled just under three minutes for ownership of what is perhaps the most consequential map in American history. bit.ly/47PkGTK

'Dixie' map that divided the US into North and South fetches nearly $1 million at auction

After a brief bidding war, the manuscript map that helped divide the United States into North and South, free and slave states, sold for $950,000. Lauren Brunk of Brunk Auctions

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WVUA 23's Football Friday Game of the Week: Northside Rams vs. American Christian Academy Patriots #FootballFriday #WVUA23 #HighSchoolFootball WVUA 23 Gary Harris will have coverage of all high school football throughout West Alabama at 10:30 p.m. on Football Friday.

On Oct. 17, from 8 a.m. to noon, Tuscaloosa Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will host its annual Red Wears Pink Breast Cancer Walk to raise awareness about breast cancer.

Delta Sigma Theta to host annual Red Wears Pink Breast Cancer Walk

On Oct. 17, from 8 a.m. to noon, Tuscaloosa Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will host its annual Red Wears Pink Breast Cancer Walk to raise awareness

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