Kay Norred

Tuscaloosa

News Director at WVUA-TV (Tuscaloosa, AL)

News Director at WVUA

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Tuscaloosa man charged with attempted murder

May 30, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

A person is under arrest for one of the two shootings at the Brookhaven Apartments in Tuscaloosa. 36-year-old Brett Abrams of Tuscaloosa was arrested and charged with attempted murder. This comes about two weeks after two men were shot during a shootout there. Both men are expected to recover from their injuries. Abrams is in the Tuscaloosa County Jail without bond.
First responders tell drivers to 'look before you lock'

May 7, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

On average, 38 children die each year in the U.S. from being trapped inside a hot car. In Alabama, there were two in 2023. And that’s two too many. That’s why Northport Fire Rescue partnered with Safe Kids Tuscaloosa for a get together Monday offering tips for ensuring no one leaves their children in a hot car. The safety awareness campaign is titled Look Before You Lock. Northport Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Roger Potter said most children don’t die in hot cars because they are left behind.
Spring graduation begins for University of Alabama students

May 3, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

Spring graduation has begun. The first University of Alabama students walked across the stage Friday afternoon. That ceremony was followed by another commencement at 7pm Friday. Six additional ceremonies will take place during the weekend. Roughly 6,000 students are expected to graduate. Doors open one hour before each ceremony. Information regarding parking, schedules, and guest information can be found on a special commencement page. You can also see a live web stream of each ceremonies. *
University of North Alabama mourns its mascot: Leo the Lion

May 3, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

The University of North Alabama has lost a beloved mascot. Leo III died Friday, May 3. Una and Leo III were born November 18, 2002, at a wildlife refuge in New Hampshire. They flew to UNA in a Learjet donated by a UNA supporter when the two were just six weeks old. At the time they weighed nine and 10 pounds, respectively. In 2012, Leo III and Una were ranked No. 1 of the 25 Best Real Animal Mascots in College Football by totalprosports.com.
Tuscaloosa's "Live on the Plaza" event is cancelled for 5/3/24

May 3, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

Friday’s weather is taking a toll one of Tuscaloosa’s biggest summer events. It’s “Live on the Plaza” event is cancelled due to the threat of thunderstorms. The performances originally scheduled for Friday, May 3 are being rescheduled for a later date. The outdoor concert series takes place in Tuscaloosa’s Government Plaza. It is a family friendly event and pets are allowed. The series runs each Friday of May and June, weather permitting.
Missing local woman found safe in Georgia

Apr 30, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

Missing local woman found safe in Georgia Good news for a Tuscaloosa woman who was reported missing Monday. 28-year-old Nathia Thomas was located Tuesday in Georgia. Her parents became concerned when they arrived at her home Sunday and she was not there. Her jeep was also missing and she did not answer her phone. Police did not disclose why Thomas was in Georgia. *
Attempted robbery leads to the death of a teenager, and another charged with the murder

Apr 13, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

An alleged shoot out between two teens leaves one of them dead and a friend in critical condition. Tuscaloosa Police were called out to the scene of a car crash around 11pm Friday. When they arrived on scene they found one teenager dead inside the vehicle. Tuscaloosa County’s Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) was called to investigate the death. Upon investigation a suspect and several persons of interest were identified.
Man shot to death in front of his 10-year-old daughter

Apr 7, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

Tuscaloosa’s Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) is investigating an early morning shooting that left one man dead. The shooting happened Sunday shortly before 2 AM on the 4600 Block of Virginia Drive in Tuscaloosa. According to Capt. Jack Kennedy there was a fight between Terrelle Williams and Jakeria May while at May’s residence. That’s when investigators say 30-year-old Williams pulled out a gun and shot 35-year-old May multiple times.
First responders thank Exchange Club for bear program

Apr 1, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

The Exchange Club of Tuscaloosa is trying to make the lives of children in traumatic situations a little easier. At its most recent meeting Thursday the club donated hundreds of stuffed animals to police, fire, and trauma personnel. The bears will be given to children as first responders arrive to the situation.
BREAKING: One person shot on Alabama A&M campus

Mar 18, 2024 | wvua23.com | Kay Norred

One person was shot and injured Monday on the campus of Alabama A&M. Shortly after 2:30pm Alabama A&M made a post a about a safety issue on campus. According to the school’s X and Facebook feeds, there is a developing emergency situation near the Knight Center on campus. WVUA 23 news, as well as Huntsville media outlets, have confirmed that one person was shot and injured on campus. Students, faculty, staff, and visitors are asked to “remain clear” of the Knight Center.