WBMA-TV (Birmingham, AL)

WBMA-LD, which broadcasts on virtual channel 58 and UHF digital channel 40, is a low-power television station affiliated with ABC, located in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. The station is owned by the Sinclair Broadcast Group and is associated with WABM, a MyNetworkTV affiliate on channel 68, and WTTO, a CW affiliate on channel 21, both licensed in Birmingham. Additionally, Sinclair operates WDBB, a station licensed to Bessemer on channel 17, which acts as a full satellite for WTTO through a time brokerage agreement with Cunningham Broadcasting, a partner company of Sinclair. Although technically owned by Cunningham, Sinclair holds the majority of the stock due to it being owned by the family of the late founder, Julian Smith.

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The Weather Authority: Warmer days ahead with only spotty showers this afternoon

21 hours ago | abc3340.com | James Spann

WARMING UP: Afternoon highs rise into the mid 80s across most of Alabama this afternoon with a partly sunny sky. We will mention the risk of a few widely scattered showers over the northern counties this afternoon, but a decent part of the state will be dry as the upper low continues to lift away from the Deep South. Tomorrow and Friday will be warm and dry with a partly sunny sky afternoon highs will be in the 87-90 degree range.
Local business fears significant impact to operations after vaping bill passes Legislature

1 day ago | abc3340.com | Erin Wise

A bill altering the law currently regulating the vaping industry in Alabama awaits the governor's signature. Sponsors of House Bill 8 believed the legislation would prevent minors from gaining access to vaping products, while local businesses fear it could lead to closure. Rep. Barbara Drummond, D-Mobile, has worked to pass the vaping legislation for several sessions.
Credit card balances fell in Q1 2025, but borrowers aren’t out of the woods yet

1 day ago | abc3340.com | Ted Rossman

You’ve likely heard that the only certainties in life are death and taxes. Or that April showers bring May flowers. Here’s another truism to add to that list: Credit card balances don’t rise in the first quarter of the year. That was once again true in 2025, as balances fell to $1.18 trillion in Q1, down $29 billion (2.4 percent) from Q4 2024, according to the New York Fed. Over the past 22 years, credit card balances fell from Q4 to Q1 on 21 occasions, and they were flat once (in 2023).
Avelo Airlines kicks off deportation flights for ICE from Arizona

1 day ago | abc3340.com | Alexx Altman-Devilbiss

The Houston-based low-cost carrier said it would charter flights from Mesa Gateway Airport in Arizona, utilizing three Boeing 737-800 aircraft in collaboration with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Andrew Levy, Avelo's founder and chief executive, stated that the agreement to work for ICE would help the company expand and protect jobs. “We realize this is a sensitive and complicated topic,” he said.
The Weather Authority: Few strong storms possible today

1 day ago | abc3340.com | James Spann

UNSETTLED WEATHER CONTINUES: The upper low that has been west of Alabama is moving slowly to the northeast today, and will bring another round of showers and thunderstorms to the northern half of the state this afternoon and early tonight. Highest coverage will come from about 1:00 until 8:00 p.m and like recent days a few strong storms will be possible with small hail and gusty winds. Showers will be hard to find over South Alabama where temperatures should reach the low 80s.
The Weather Authority: Showers and Thunderstorms likely Monday and Tuesday

2 days ago | abc3340.com | James Spann

RADAR CHECK: Bands of showers and thunderstorms continue across Alabama early this morning at daybreak some of the heaviest rain was over Chambers, Randolph, and Cleburne counties on the eastern side of the state. We will continue to forecast occasional showers and a few thunderstorms today and tomorrow thanks to a very slow moving upper low just to the west. It won’t rain all day, and the sun will peek out at times, but expect rain at times and possibly a heavy downpour.
Alabama Champion: Entrepreneur Jeff Tolbert builds dreams and saves lives

5 days ago | abc3340.com | Brenda Ladun

BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBMA) — Jeff Tolbert, a medevac pilot and businessman, has dedicated his life to helping others, earning him the title of this week's Alabama Champion. As the founder of Medjet, Tolbert has been involved in over 20,000 medical evacuations, a feat he cherishes deeply. "That's something that I will cherish for the rest of my life," he said, reflecting on the lives saved through his efforts.
Birmingham airport conducts emergency response drill to ensure preparedness

5 days ago | abc3340.com | Olivia Gauthier

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A simulated emergency at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport on Wednesday was part of a triennial drill mandated by the Federal Aviation Administration to test readiness and decision-making capabilities. The exercise involved hundreds of participants, including fire and rescue teams, Birmingham Police Department, and volunteer victims. Kim Hunt, Vice President of Communications at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Airport, emphasized the importance of the drill.
Birmingham honors Children's Crusade with student march and re-enactment

5 days ago | abc3340.com | Olivia Gauthier

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Birmingham commemorated the 62nd anniversary of the Children's Crusade, a pivotal event in the civil rights movement, with a march and re-enactment involving high school students and original participants, known as foot soldiers. In 1963, more than 1,000 students walked out of their schools to protest segregation, facing arrest, fire hoses, and police dogs. Paulette Roby, who was 13 at the time, recalled the challenges they faced. "Back then, we couldn’t go to the library.
Leavitt touts trade deal, relays Trump's reaction to new pope, addresses meme coin dinner

5 days ago | abc3340.com | Cory Smith

(TNND) — White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt pushed back on reporters asking if President Donald Trump is leveraging his position for profit. A reporter at the White House briefing on Friday asked why Trump was planning to attend a dinner this month with top investors in his meme coin. Leavitt said she found it “frankly ridiculous” to suggest Trump is doing anything in his official capacity to benefit himself.