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More than a month after a record-setting $1.79 billion Powerball jackpot was won by two tickets, another massive lottery jackpot is building.

Mega Millions jackpot grows to $625M: How long until the next drawing?

It’s the largest Mega Millions jackpot since last year.

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 1h

District Attorney Champ Crocker says thanks to an anonymous donor, the reward is being increased to $20,000.

Reward increased to $20,000 for information in Cullman County cold case

CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — District Attorney Champ Crocker announced Tuesday that the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is increasing the reward for information in the Tabitha Franklin…

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 4h

A person was killed in a shootout with law enforcement early Wednesday morning in Northport.

Suspect killed in predawn shootout with deputies in Tuscaloosa County

A person was killed in a shootout with law enforcement early Wednesday morning in Northport.

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 5h

The ongoing government shutdown is delaying the announcement of the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for tens of millions of beneficiaries.

Social Security cost-of-living announcement delayed by government shutdown

The postponement of the announcement is the most recent example of how the government shutdown has made it more difficult for people to plan out their finances.

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 5h

It will be mostly sunny and warmer with low humidity as northerly winds persist. https://www.cbs42.com/news/sunny-and-warm-week-ahead-cold-front-brings-storms-this-weekend/

CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 13h

Auburn University and the University of Alabama are working together to help reduce injuries and deaths on the state’s roads and highways.

University of Alabama, Auburn awarded grants for traffic safety campaigns

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Auburn University and the University of Alabama are working together to help reduce injuries and deaths on the state’s roads and highways. Gov. Kay Ivey awarde…

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 13h

For more than a decade, cameras like these have been installed at two intersections in the city of Midfield. They capture photos of vehicles that run red-lights, and tickets are then mailed to the registered owners.

Midfield residents voice frustration over red-light cameras

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A Midfield man called CBS 42 after getting a ticket from a red-light camera. He says the cameras unfairly target drivers and wanted us to investigate whether or not …

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 14h

A cold front coming in this weekend will bring rain.

Weather Around the Clock: Evening Edition 10/14

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Tuesday: Nice warm, less humid air continues. A cold front coming into this weekend will bring rain. Temps will stay in the middle 80s and will drop Sunday. Temps wi…

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 15h

The Magic City Classic Tailgate Festival will headline two Grammy-Award winning performers on Oct. 23.

Magic City Classic Tailgate Festival scheduled for October 23

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Magic City Classic Tailgate Festival will headline two Grammy-Award winning performers on Oct. 23. Ashanti, October London, Funk Band and more will perform at th…

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 15h

Moody Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in locating a missing 10-year-old boy.

Moody police searching for missing 10-year-old boy

MOODY, Ala. (WIAT) — Moody Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in locating a missing 10-year-old boy. Elijah Dishmond walked away from his residence in the 5200 block of O…

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 16h

Leaders in Montgomery launched the Alabama Digital Education Network Tuesday.

Leaders launch the Alabama Digital Education Network

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Leaders in Montgomery launched the Alabama Digital Education Network Tuesday. “That could be a good takeaway from this program — this program has no age…” said…

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 17h

Woman recounts being kidnapped at gunpoint outside convenience store in Tuscaloosa County
More details: https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/woman-recounts-being-kidnapped-at-gunpoint-outside-convenience-store-in-tuscaloosa-county/

CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 17h

The Birmingham City Council is investing more than $1.2 million into upgrades at historic Legion Field, marking another step in the city’s effort to preserve one of its most iconic landmarks.

Birmingham City Council approves $1.2 million for Legion Field renovations

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham City Council is investing more than $1.2 million into upgrades at historic Legion Field, marking another step in the city’s effort to preserve one of its mo…

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 18h

The Friends of the Homewood Public Library Bookstore will host a bag sale from Oct. 16-18.

Friends of the Homewood Public Library Bookstore to host bag sale

HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) — The Friends of the Homewood Public Library Bookstore will host a bag sale from Oct. 16-18. From 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day, library patrons can fill a bag at the Friends …

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 19h

Week 7 delivered several upsets and close games in an action-packed Saturday.
Read more: https://www.cbs42.com/college-sports/where-to-watch-week-8-college-football-games-2/

CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 20h

The Homewood City Council passed an ordinance Monday to address homelessness in the community.

City of Homewood passes ordinance on homelessness

The Homewood City Council passed an ordinance Monday to address homelessness in the community.

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 21h

“To see her life turned upside down and to see everything she ever worked for taken away overnight is unimaginable, especially because she’s being targeted for being kind,” Karchin said.

Parents say Kansas teacher fired for showing ‘dignity’ to student with special needs

Parents packed the Blue Valley School Board meeting telling leaders its their policy not that veteran teacher that failed a student.

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 22h

Starting this Sunday, Sam’s Club is expanding its hours of operation on Sunday

Sam’s Club is changing its Sunday hours: What to know

Sam’s Club shoppers will soon have extended access to their preferred pallets of toilet paper and sacks of oranges.

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 23h

D'Angelo, a pioneering R&B singer whose work on "Brown Sugar" and "Voodoo" became staples of the neo-soul movement, died Tuesday following a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 51.

R&B legend D’Angelo dies at 51: reports

While the private star only released three albums in his lifetime, he’s widely considered among the best R&B artists of all time.

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CBS 42 @cbs42.bsky.social · 23h

A clarinet player is apparently being held without bail on no specific charges after she was taken into custody Sunday during a protest