BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – A big change in the new school year for all Alabama public school districts. Lawmakers are making some minor tweaking to a bill that bans students from using cell phones during class. According to lawmakers in the senate, no one doubts the bill will pass and the governor will sign it….
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – The 2025 Alabama Legislative session is just a few weeks away. One bill that is sparking attention is a ban on cell phones in schools. Representative Patrick Sellers said he hears concerns from educators about distractions in the classroom, with cell phones being at the top of that list. “But if…
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – The Alabama Wellness Alliance (AWA) announced the “For Every Body” campaign, which encourages healthy lifestyle behaviors and access to resources for all Alabamians, regardless of age, race, size, or ability level. AWA says the campaign includes social media graphics and messages that can be used to increase awareness of the Alabama…
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – A Birmingham-area app creator in our area says he wants to reward sports fans for watching and attending sporting events. Blake Patterson says the Wunderfan app gives you “Wundercoins” just for showing up at a stadium. And the longer you stay in the stadium or scrolling on the app if you’re…
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) – A new crime-fighting tool for the Tuscaloosa Police Department. Hundreds have already signed up for the new phone app that will better help investigators solve crimes. What makes this one stand out is the fact Tuscaloosa Police believe it really gives new meaning to the word anonymity. Officials say it’s working…