With kids going back to class, parents are thinking about getting school supplies, but some might be surprised by what they see on the shelves at some stores. Backpacks come in all shapes and colors, but now there’s one that can stop a gunshot. Office Depot is among the retailers selling bullet proof backpacks. In addition to full backpacks, some…
A paroled burglar is accused of breaking into the bedrooms of sleeping University of Alabama students and robbing them. According to reports, 35-year-old Jim McCoy was arrested Saturday and charged with burglary and criminal trespassing. Tuscaloosa police Lt. Teena Richardson says the investigation into the break-ins may yield additional charges. Police say a woman told officers earlier this month that…
This summer, many families will hit the great outdoors to camp. But if you don’t want to rough it, consider glamping or glamorous camping. It’s a popular trend that’s reaching new heights. For the Barraza family, camping is a chance to unplug and reconnect. “I like to come out as often as I can,” Nora Barraza says, “I like to…
Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey, Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes, and Director of the Alabama Securities Commission (ASC) Joseph Borg, announced that on August 9, Jesse Morgan Hinson, of Troy, was arrested for alleged violations of the Alabama Securities Act. In July, Lee County and Montgomery County Grand Juries returned  indictments. Hinson was taken into custody and transported…
The Dadeville Police Department seized nearly 30 dogs, cats, duck, pigs, ferrets and birds from home on Village Street Monday afternoon, after receiving an animal neglect call Sunday afternoon. Four adults were arrested on animal cruelty charges Monday. Cindy Lorett Caron, 45, Jeremy O’Neal Caron, 27, and Sharon Walker Browning, 63, Bobby Wayne Caron 26, all of Dadeville, were each charged…
DANGEROUS HEAT LEVELS: As a ridge exerts greater influence over the state, our rain chances remain low and heat levels remain high. Heat index values will reach the 105°-115° range for multiple hours today. Excessive Heat Warnings (fuchsia) and Heat advisories (orange) remain in effect today as the combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will continue to cause dangerous…
We can all use a little self-care from time to time. And inspiration is always a good thing, that’s the idea behind the app “Deepstash”. Every day, editors curate news articles, quotes, and blogs and publish them to the app. Stories from Lifehacker.com and entrepreneur magazine. Inspirational and motivational quotes from some of the world’s greatest minds. And lots of…
My daughter is off to college this week and while she’s making a long list of things she needs (or wants) for her apartment, I thought I should look at some gadgets that parents need for a little peace of mind. If your child or student doesn’t know much about car maintenance, or even if they do, an on-board diagnostic…
Alabama’s commission considering laws about medical marijuana is holding its first meeting. The Medical Cannabis Study Commission is tasked with recommending legislation to be considered in the 2020 legislative session. The panel will hold its first meeting at the Alabama State House on Tuesday morning. The commission was created by lawmakers as a compromise after a bill to allow medical…
The snooze button may be your best friend in the morning, but how many times are you reaching for another 9 minutes, only to oversleep? If you absolutely positively have to wake up on time, these apps will make sure you do. Rocket Alarm Clock says it’s the ultimate wake-up call, which means, you cannot oversleep. First the volume of…
