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Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Two boys died after suffering flu complications as cases soared, and health officials warned that rising numbers need prompt vaccinations and careful hygiene. Residents are advised to wash hands often + avoid close contact to reduce the spread. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama’s flu cases jumped as emergency visits rose and two children died last week — health officials advised residents to get vaccinated, wash hands, and ventilate indoors to reduce risk. The Tuscaloosa News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer is set to hire Cameron Cleminson from South Alabama as assistant outside linebackers coach; the rising coach brings expertise from Michigan State and Cincinnati. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama women's basketball prepares to open its SEC season with a game against South Carolina today at 1 p.m. CT at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia — the contest will be shown on SECNetwork+ and streamable via ESPN+. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama’s Crimson Tide, under new coach Kalen DeBoer, are underdogs in today’s Rose Bowl CFP quarterfinal against unbeaten Indiana at the historic Los Angeles stadium. Their return to the Rose Bowl follows a comeback win at Oklahoma that set the stage for this classic matchup. WBRC
- ➤ Alabama will face Indiana in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl today at 3:10 p.m. CT, with the Crimson Tide drawing on its storied legacy while Indiana looks to showcase fast, physical play (a contest that will test both teams). The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ No. 9 Alabama faces No. 1 Indiana in the CFP quarterfinal at Pasadena's Rose Bowl today at 3:10 p.m. CT, and fans can watch the game on ESPN. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama football is set to add new assistant coaches for the upcoming season — South Alabama coach Cameron Cleminson will serve as outside linebackers coach while former Auburn coordinator Derrick Nix is eyed for the wide receivers role. The move will boost the coaching staff in 2026. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ The Crimson Tide will face Indiana today at the Rose Bowl at 3:10 p.m. CT as underdogs in the CFP quarterfinal after a win over Oklahoma. Coach Kalen DeBoer said the team is confident and ready to use the doubters as fuel (a mindset that has carried them all season). The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ After a December hit left him with a broken jaw, Alabama running back Kevin Riley is cleared to play today at 3 p.m. CT against Indiana in the CFP Rose Bowl quarterfinal. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama football is set to hire Cameron Cleminson—South Alabama's inside linebackers coach—for the role of assistant outside linebackers coach. He will join the Crimson Tide staff to bolster the defense in the upcoming season. Tide 100.9
- ➤ After his Wednesday press conference, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer said his team is fine-tuning practice details as they prepare for today's Rose Bowl game at 3:00 p.m. in Pasadena, aiming to play their best football. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama women’s basketball has achieved a best-ever 14-0 record and moved to No. 24 in the USA TODAY Sports coaches poll on Dec. 30, with the Crimson Tide set to open SEC play against South Carolina on Jan. 1 at 1:00 p.m. CT. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ No. 9 Alabama will face No. 1 Indiana at the 2026 Rose Bowl in Pasadena today at 3:10 p.m. Alabama is the underdog with odds showing a moneyline of +7 and a spread of +200 as reported. The Tuscaloosa News
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Jackson Chase: Acoustic Performance at Innisfree
3-7 p.m. — Innisfree Irish Pub — Cost not specified — Enjoy the acoustic sounds of local talent Jackson Chase in a cozy pub setting.
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Bridgerton High Tea and Craft Night
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Tuscaloosa Public Library — Registration required — Celebrate the upcoming season of Bridgerton with tea, crafting, and delightful discussions.
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