Stephen Dethrage

A lifelong Alabama resident, Stephen has spent 12 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.

Police Arrest Man Injured in Gunfight at Cottondale McDonald’s Thursday

Police in Tuscaloosa County have arrested a man who was shot and injured during a gunfight he allegedly started at the McDonald's on Buttermilk Road in Cottondale Thursday night.

Staff Shortage, Aging Infrastructure to Close Deerlick Creek Campground & Park for Season

As the Deerlick Creek Campground at Holt Lake gets much-needed upgrades, Tuscaloosa County's outdoor enthusiasts may need to rethink their summer plans.

State Leaders to Host Town Halls About Buying Black Warrior Parkway Toll Bridge

Local leaders want to see the state buy the bridge and are rallying to oppose toll fees they say are a barrier to growth.

Broken Line Causes Gas Leak on University of Alabama’s Fraternity Row

Crews are working to repair a ruptured gas line on the campus of the University of Alabama, and officials are asking people to avoid the area while the work is done.

AT&T Adds Cell Tower in Buhl, Boosting Signal for Residents and First Responders

AT&T users in the Buhl area of northwestern Tuscaloosa County will enjoy faster speeds and stronger signals after the service provider added a new cell tower there this week.

Northport Mayor John Hinton Will Not Seek Office Again in August

John Hinton, the incumbent mayor of Northport, will not run for re-election during municipal elections in August.

Real-time Updates for Severe Weather in West Alabama Tuesday, May 20th

A band of severe storms is expected to impact West Alabama Tuesday evening and remain a threat overnight.

Tuscaloosa Police Reunite Child With Guardians Tuesday

A child found alone in Tuscaloosa on Tuesday has been reunited with his parents.

Northport Rezones Property for University Beach Resort, Ignoring Committee & Constituents

As the votes were cast, tensions ran high in Northport. The council's split decision marks a turning point for this 76-acre piece of land.

Moundville Man Fatally Struck by Young Driver in Hale County Saturday

A 52-year-old Moundville man was killed when he was struck by a vehicle on a Hale County highway Saturday night.