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Warming Trend Ahead; Severe Storms Possible Friday Night

Warming Trend Ahead; Severe Storms Possible Friday Night

| March 21, 2023 @ 5:49 am

ANOTHER COLD START: Temperatures are generally in the 25-35 degree range across Alabama early this morning, with sub-freezing readings for many areas. On the positive side, a warming trend begins this afternoon as temperatures rise into the low to mid 60s. Still below average, but moving in the right direction. The average high for Birmingham on March 21 is 69.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Don’t make waves this spring break with these child water safety tips

Alabama NewsCenter — Don’t make waves this spring break with these child water safety tips

| March 20, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

During spring break, many families naturally gravitate toward spending time at the lake or beach. Allowing kids to be in and around water is a beloved activity during warmer months.

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Another Freeze Tonight; Much Warmer Later This Week

Another Freeze Tonight; Much Warmer Later This Week

| March 20, 2023 @ 3:04 pm

SUNNY, COOL AFTERNOON: Temperatures are mostly in the 47-55 degree range across Alabama with a good supply of sunshine through high, thin cirrus clouds. The average high for Birmingham on March 20 is 68. And, despite the fact that spring arrives this afternoon (the equinox comes at 4:24p CDT), another freeze is likely for much of the state tonight.

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Alabama NewsCenter — 6 places to get a great mocktail in Alabama

Alabama NewsCenter — 6 places to get a great mocktail in Alabama

| March 20, 2023 @ 1:00 pm

Nonalcoholic cocktails have been getting more buzz (pun intended) throughout the last couple of years.

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The Midday Report — First Day of Spring & Still Feels Like Winter

The Midday Report — First Day of Spring & Still Feels Like Winter

| March 20, 2023 @ 11:42 am

We have sunny skies across North and Central Alabama as we are making our way into the midday hour on this first day of Spring. However, these temperatures are giving us one last shot of Old Man Winter as we are only in the upper 30s to the to the upper 40s as of 11 am.

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Alabama NewsCenter — University of Alabama campus home to Alabama Champion Tree

Alabama NewsCenter — University of Alabama campus home to Alabama Champion Tree

| March 20, 2023 @ 10:00 am

A southern magnolia tree on the Bryce Preserve at the University of Alabama was recognized as the largest of that species in the state, making it an Alabama Champion Tree.

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Frigid March Morning; Warming Trend Ahead

Frigid March Morning; Warming Trend Ahead

| March 20, 2023 @ 5:57 am

Today will be sunny with a high in the 55-60 degree range, followed by another clear, cold night. Lows tomorrow morning will be in the 27-37 degree range for most communities; colder spots will see yet another freeze.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Meet the Alabama National Guard’s newest general

Alabama NewsCenter — Meet the Alabama National Guard’s newest general

| March 19, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

As his wife pinned a shiny brass star on a freshly pressed epaulette, U.S. Army Col. Jeffery M. Smith assumed the rank of brigadier general with a watery eye and proud smile.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Auburn University College of Nursing trailer to help make community events sensory-inclusive

Alabama NewsCenter — Auburn University College of Nursing trailer to help make community events sensory-inclusive

| March 19, 2023 @ 1:00 pm

Auburn University is the first in the nation using a vehicle designed to make community events accessible for people with sensory needs.

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Noon Forecast Notes on a Beautiful, But Chilly Day Before the Spring Equinox

Noon Forecast Notes on a Beautiful, But Chilly Day Before the Spring Equinox

| March 19, 2023 @ 12:40 pm

Alabama is going to experience quite the warmup this week with 80s by Thursday and Friday. Beginning to monitor the severe weather threat for Friday across Alabama.

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Sunday Morning Lows

Sunday Morning Lows

| March 19, 2023 @ 12:08 pm

24 at Meridianville was the cold spot across North and Central Alabama early Sunday morning.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Recipe: Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

Alabama NewsCenter — Recipe: Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

| March 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am

When I was a kid, Mom made this cream cheese pie all the time. It was affordable, easy and was the perfect complement to nearly any meal.

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Sunday Weather Briefing Video:  Freeze Warnings Again Sunday Night

Sunday Weather Briefing Video: Freeze Warnings Again Sunday Night

| March 19, 2023 @ 7:00 am

Freeze warnings are posted for all of North and Central Alabama for tonight and early Monday morning as the coldest air of this cold snap settles over Alabama.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Alabama small-town wonders: The ‘town’ of Spectre

Alabama NewsCenter — Alabama small-town wonders: The ‘town’ of Spectre

| March 18, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

You don’t have to travel to the hills of Hollywood to visit a little piece of cinematic history.

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