Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Brent Hardin and Margaret Stran, founders of Alabama Adapted Athletics, were chosen to lead the Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct.

24 in downtown Tuscaloosa. They started the program in 2003 and built a legacy now marked by 40 athletes and a dedicated facility (11,500 sqft).

UA Museums will host Haunting at the Museums: Otherworldly Encounters at the Alabama Museum of Natural History and Gorgas House Museum on Oct.

27 from 5 to 8 p.m.—this free, family-friendly event is inspired by the Hodges Meteorite and offers Halloween exhibits and interactive activities.

Linton's Barbershop Plaza opened today near downtown in a $1.4 million project that honors Reverend Linton for his civil rights work through an art installation by Caleb O’Connor — a relief of Reverend Linton — and story panels outlining the city's pivotal moments.

The plaza celebrates his enduring legacy.

UA suspended Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity’s campus recognition until May 31, 2030 following hazing and alcohol violations from last fall — a decision finalized after a thorough appeals process according to UA’s Hazing Transparency Report.

The University of Alabama is evaluating a new federal rule that ties student loan funding to future graduate earnings + the change may reduce support for humanities and fine arts programs if criteria are not met.

The University of Alabama has temporarily limited online campus services to connections via campus Wi-Fi and the UA VPN after a cybersecurity vulnerability threatened its systems (IT is updating protocols and will maintain the restrictions until the issue is resolved).

A UA study shows that college students care about big issues but face voter barriers such as Election Day classes & strict absentee ballot rules.

Students say that competitive races in future elections could help boost turnout.

Tuscaloosa Public Library secured $250,000 in federal funds on Oct.

20 to replace its main sanitary line and fix sewage backup issues, helping keep the library safe for local families and students.

Tuscaloosa’s $21 million overhaul of University Boulevard East in Alberta will finish in January, city engineer Mike Gardiner said Tuesday.

The project upgrades drainage systems, sidewalks, and intersections — a large undertaking that also moves overhead utilities underground to boost safety.

Eleven local high school volleyball teams remain in contention for a state title as the AHSAA super regionals approach.

Local players are among those to watch as the playoffs highlight top talent & thrilling matchups.

The SEC report shows that several Crimson Tide players remain listed as week-to-week ahead of Texas A&M homecoming this Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Coach DeBoer provided the report — following injuries in recent losses to Tennessee and Georgia.

The Alabama Sports Writers Association released its high school football rankings on Oct.

21 featuring updated standings for eight AHSAA classes and AISA teams ahead of Week-9 of the 2026 season. The rankings highlight local teams and set the stage for playoffs in November.