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The Alabama News Center — This wonder at Alabama’s Mobile Bay happens in only one other location on Earth

The Alabama News Center — This wonder at Alabama’s Mobile Bay happens in only one other location on Earth

| April 28, 2025 @ 8:58 am

There is a natural phenomenon that occurs in only two places on Earth — Mobile Bay in the United States and Tokyo Bay in Japan. This natural wonder, known as a jubilee, is a fascinating sight to see.

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Warm/Mostly Dry Through Wednesday

Warm/Mostly Dry Through Wednesday

| April 28, 2025 @ 5:25 am

WARM SPRING WEATHER: Alabama’s weather will stay quiet through mid-week with partly to mostly sunny days and only isolated afternoon and evening showers or storms. Highs will hold in the mid 80s, about 5-7 degrees above average for late April.

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Quiet Midday Across Alabama

Quiet Midday Across Alabama

| April 27, 2025 @ 1:16 pm

Alabama will stay warm and mostly dry through Wednesday with only a few isolated showers, but a stronger system will bring increasing chances of rain and thunderstorms by Thursday and Friday.

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The Alabama News Center — Recipe: Big-Batch Watermelon Mint Julep

The Alabama News Center — Recipe: Big-Batch Watermelon Mint Julep

| April 27, 2025 @ 8:49 am

The Mint Julep dates back to the 18th century, when it was enjoyed as a medicinal tonic before evolving into a beloved social libation.

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Sunday Weather Briefing: April To End On A Warm And Quiet Note

Sunday Weather Briefing: April To End On A Warm And Quiet Note

| April 26, 2025 @ 9:56 pm

A warm and mostly dry start to the week will give way to increasing storm chances by Thursday and Friday, followed by a shot of much cooler air just in time for the first weekend of May.

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A Quick Update As of 2PM

A Quick Update As of 2PM

| April 26, 2025 @ 2:16 pm

As of 2pm, we have a few isolated showers out there, mainly over the west and southwestern parts of the state, while the rest is dry with mostly cloudy skies.

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The Alabama News Center — Gov. Ivey awards more than $6.2 million in grants for Alabama weatherization program

The Alabama News Center — Gov. Ivey awards more than $6.2 million in grants for Alabama weatherization program

| April 26, 2025 @ 7:28 am

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $6.2 million to help low-income residents in Alabama reduce their home energy bills through the Weatherization Assistance Program.

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A Mix of Sun, Heat, and Some Storms Ahead; Much Cooler Next Weekend

A Mix of Sun, Heat, and Some Storms Ahead; Much Cooler Next Weekend

| April 26, 2025 @ 6:59 am

We’re waking up to some patchy dense fog, especially across West Alabama, mainly in the Tombigbee River basin area. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect through 9 AM — so if you’re traveling, allow a little extra time and drive carefully. After the fog lifts, we’ll enjoy a pretty warm day with a few isolated storms possible later on.

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Severe Storm Moving Northeast Across Parts of Central Alabama

Severe Storm Moving Northeast Across Parts of Central Alabama

| April 25, 2025 @ 5:02 pm

A severe thunderstorm over Marion is racing northeast with the potential to produce 60 mph winds across parts of central Alabama through 5:45 PM.

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The Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Experience the best in quilts, art and food

The Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Experience the best in quilts, art and food

| April 25, 2025 @ 1:26 pm

Other than the races at Talladega, there is plenty to see and do across the state in this week’s Can’t Miss Alabama.

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Showers This Afternoon/Early Tonight; A Mostly Dry Weekend Ahead

Showers This Afternoon/Early Tonight; A Mostly Dry Weekend Ahead

| April 25, 2025 @ 12:38 pm

RADAR CHECK: An organized batch of rain and thunderstorms continues to push into West and North Alabama early this afternoon ahead of a short wave in the upper atmosphere. The rain will continue to progress across the state this afternoon and early tonight mainly over the northern 2/3 of the state.

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Midday Nowcast: Scattered Showers and Storms this Afternoon; Isolated Storms through Weekend

Midday Nowcast: Scattered Showers and Storms this Afternoon; Isolated Storms through Weekend

| April 25, 2025 @ 10:14 am

Showers and storms are once again on the radar today, and through the afternoon and evening, these will increase in coverage. However, they will remain scattered in nature and many locations will remain dry, while other locations will see brief, heavy downpours.

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A Few Spotty Showers/Storms Later Today; Warm Weekend Ahead

A Few Spotty Showers/Storms Later Today; Warm Weekend Ahead

| April 25, 2025 @ 5:32 am

RADAR CHECK: At daybreak we have scattered showers over the northern third of Alabama… temperatures are in the 60s. Expect a mix of sun and clouds today with a few showers and storms developing this afternoon and early tonight over the northern and central counties.

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Scattered Storms Tomorrow; Becoming Fewer In Number Sat/Sun

Scattered Storms Tomorrow; Becoming Fewer In Number Sat/Sun

| April 24, 2025 @ 3:12 pm

RADAR CHECK: Showers and storms are widely scattered across Alabama this afternoon, but a few spots are seeing heavy rain and frequent lighting. A decent part of the state is dry with temperatures mostly in the upper 70s and low 80s.

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