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An estimated 125,000 fish were killed in the Black Warrior River after waste spill at a Tyson Foods plant in Hanceville, Alabama. Photo courtesy of Black Warrior Riverkeeper

Months after a spill contaminated the Black Warrior River, ADEM is still silent

Alex Jones and Lauren Pullen October 3, 2019
When Tyson Foods leaked toxic waste into two Black Warrior River tributaries this summer, communities sought answers. But, months later, the state's environmental agency has yet to issue any penalties against the corporation. 
Left to right: District 4 candidates Lee Busby, John Earl and Frank Fleming participate in a forum held by the League of Women Voters. Photo courtesy of WVUA 23 News

See who’s who in the District 4 special election

On Tuesday, Oct. 8, Tuscaloosa’s District 4 residents will vote in a special election to determine their new representative in city council.
CW / Joe Will Field

Network security discussed after DCH ransomware breach

After a malware breach on the DCH network, UA professors discuss best practices for preventing future breaches.
SGA Presents: It’s On Us Week

SGA Presents: It’s On Us Week

Gerardo Aguilera | @jerry21aguilera, Contributing Writer October 2, 2019

The Student Government Association (SGA) hosted an event on Tuesday regarding sexual assault and how to prevent it, as part of its annual "It's On Us Week." Several students and faculty showed up to learn...

CW / Hannah Saad

GALLERY: #DyingforAnswers Demonstration

October 1, 2019

UA students organized a die-in demonstration at the Ferguson Center on Oct. 1 to bring attention to the experiences and concerns of marginalized students on campus. Because demonstrators were asked not...

What to look out for when searching for student housing

What to look out for when searching for student housing

Lauren Pullen, Contributing Writer September 30, 2019
One of the biggest decisions a college student makes is where they choose to live after freshman year. Here are some tips for apartment searching and things to know about expenses, leases and the best time to search for a new home.
SGA recap. The Crimson White.

This week in SGA: Diversity events underway, new attorney general announced

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25 SGA’s Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion sponsored The Everyday Bullying of Microaggressions: Recognizing and Intervening, the second event of the four event series, Wednesday...

Photo courtesy of Rachel Reilly

Community provides relief to victims of Hurricane Dorian

Lauren Pullen, Contributing Writer September 26, 2019
From Aug. 4 to Sept. 10, Hurricane Dorian transformed from a tropical storm into a Category 5 hurricane. Dorian swept through Florida, North and South Carolina and the Bahamas, with wind speeds reaching up to 183 mph. 
Photo courtesy of UA News

Search committee announced for VP of student life, other demands still unanswered

Rebecca Griesbach | @rebach97, News Editor September 26, 2019
On Friday, Sept. 13, the Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) sent President Stuart Bell a letter outlining a list of concerns and demands for creating a safer environment for African American students and employees at the University. 
PLAN TO GO: 'Walk a Mile in My Shoes' event to raise awareness for cerebral palsy

PLAN TO GO: ‘Walk a Mile in My Shoes’ event to raise awareness for cerebral palsy

Ceara Burden | @cearaburden, Contributing Writer September 25, 2019

Who is hosting the event? United Cerebral Palsy of West Alabama (UCPWA) What will happen at the event? The event will feature food trucks, vendors, music, games and activities. Additionally, participants...

CW / Sam Flowers

Gotcha Bikes make their debut on campus

Gerardo Aguilera | @jerry21aguilera, Contributing Writer September 24, 2019
Gotcha, a company that specializes in electronic bikes, scooters, rides and trikes, has partnered with the University of Alabama for an environmentally friendly way to get around.
UA President Stuart Bell met temporarily on Tuesday with a group of graduate students who staged a sit-in until they could get an official meeting to discuss their concerns about structural racism on campus. This was just one of several groups of students and faculty who made their voices heard in the two weeks following the resignation of Jamie Riley. CW / Joe Will Field

‘Only the beginning’: Activists push for a more inclusive campus

A further update on the free-speech movement on campus spurred by the resignation of Dr. Riley.