A lifelong Alabama resident, Stephen has spent 10 years reporting for various media outlets in the Tuscaloosa area, including stints at the Crimson White, the Birmingham News and AL.com, the Tuscaloosa News and more before joining the team at Townsquare Media, where he now serves as the editor-in-chief of the Tuscaloosa Thread.
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Northport City Council Adopts $37.5 Million 2022 Budget, Increases Agency Funding
The Northport City Council adopted its $37.5 million general fund budget Monday, which included large increases in funding of agencies like the Tuscaloosa Public Library and PARA.
Birmingham Attorney to Succeed England on UA Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees of the UA System has selected a Birmingham attorney to succeed John H. England, Jr., who was first elected to the board in 1998.
Woman Shot During Dispute Over Stolen Playstation 5 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
A Tuscaloosa woman was injured in a shooting Friday night when she reportedly confronted a neighbor who may have stolen a Playstation 5 console from her house.
Tuscaloosa County District Attorney Hays Webb Announces Re-Election Campaign
Tuscaloosa County District Attorney Hays Webb will seek the office again in 2022, the veteran prosecutor announced Monday morning.
LOOK: Sinkholes Develop in North Tuscaloosa After Saturday’s Historic Rainfall
Sinkholes have developed in parts of North Tuscaloosa after hours of heavy rain Saturday, leading to at least one minor road closure.
Rescuers Suspend Search for Man Who Vanished in Floodwaters in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Rescue crews in Tuscaloosa have suspended the search for a man who vanished into extreme floodwaters off Greensboro Avenue Saturday until Sunday morning.
BREAKING: Police Search for Missing Motorist Amid Floods in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
First responders are searching for a motorist missing after their vehicle was swept away by floodwaters in Tuscaloosa Saturday afternoon.
Mom Arrested After Boarding School Bus, Threatening Bullies in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
A Tuscaloosa mother was arrested last week after she allegedly forced her way onto a school bus and threatened students she believed had bullied her own child.
Tuscaloosa County Schools Near Worst in Alabama for Student COVID Cases
The Tuscaloosa County School System reported more new cases of COVID-19 among its students than almost any other district in the state last week.
Legendary Steve & DC Show Returning to Tuscaloosa, Alabama on 95.3 the Bear
Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa is proud to announce the revival of the legendary Steve & DC Show on 95.3 the Bear.