Noah Lueker

Noah Lueker is a long-time journalist and a founding member of the Tuscaloosa Thread news team. During his tenure he oversaw the first two years of the Thread's growth, covering all hyperlocal news in the Tuscaloosa area including: restaurants and retail development, city government, crime and courts, and other human interest pieces. Some of his highlights include his coverage on the 2021 District 7 Tuscaloosa City Council special election, live on-the-ground coverage of tornadoes that tore through West Alabama, and countless exclusive breaking stories over the years involving exciting new development in the area. He's grown to love Tuscaloosa and all of its history, and people.

Luther Watkins Trial On Fifth Day of Jury Selection

The long-awaited capital murder trial for Luther Bernard Watkins, Jr. officially kicked off Monday in Tuscaloosa, and is currently on its fifth day of jury selection.

Tuscaloosa City Schools Returns to “Masks Optional”

Tuscaloosa City Schools is officially reinstating its "masks optional" policy for students and faculty starting next week.

“It’s Not Enough”: Sawyerville Tornado Victims Criticize Governor’s Lack of Assistance

Governor Kay Ivey visited Sawyerville, Alabama Friday after it was hit with a deadly EF-2 tornado last Thursday. As residents pleaded for aid, she said they would likely have rely largely on local volunteer relief efforts to rebuild.

Shelton State Replaces President Brad Newman with Interim

Shelton State Community College has replaced current President Brad Newman with a new interim president, Chris Cox.

BREAKING: One Dead in Apparent “Accidental” Shooting in Tuscaloosa

The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is on scene of a shooting in Tuscaloosa that left one man dead Tuesday.

Duncanville Man Charged with Manslaughter in 2021 Hit-And-Run

A Tuscaloosa County Man has been formally charged with manslaughter after leaving the scene of a fatal hit-and-run on in downtown Tuscaloosa in 2021.

City of Tuscaloosa Accepting Live Music Applications for 2022 Events

The City of Tuscaloosa has officially opened the applications for live musician slots at several 2022 events including Live at the Plaza and Druid City Arts Festival.

West Alabama Chamber Honors Terry Saban, Names Michele Coley Member of the Year

The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama recognized Terry Saban with the Chariman's Leadership Award at its annual celebration Thursday, and awarded Michele Coley with the title of "Member of the Year."

EMA: One Dead, More Seriously Injured in Hale County Tornado Thursday

At least one person is dead and three more are injured after a tornado came through Northern Hale County Thursday afternoon.

Tuscaloosa City Council Considers Voting Redistricting Maps Over Accusations of Racial Gerrymandering

The Tuscaloosa City Council held a specially-called meeting Wednesday morning to consider several redistricting maps for the city, one which would see lines redrawn to move many minority voters to District 6 from District 7.