Tuscaloosa
Coverage of Tuscaloosa in the Nexus archive.
- Jury says The New York Times defamed Alabama basketball player with incorrect story about shooting
An Alabama jury awarded $9.25 million in damages after determining that The New York Times defamed college basketball player Kai Spears. Spears had sued the Times because it incorrectly reported him being at the scene of a fatal shooting in Tuscaloosa. In his lawsuit, Spears claimed this inaccurate reporting caused him emotional distress and forever linked him with a murder.
- Loved ones mourn University of Alabama student, friend killed in home where friend was pet sitting
Two individuals, Jose Felix Alvarez-Duenas and Jazmine Bates, were found shot and killed at a home in Brookwood, Alabama, where Alvarez-Duenas was pet sitting. Both worked at Buffalo Phil’s restaurant in Tuscaloosa, and fundraisers have been established to support their families.
- Loved ones mourn University of Alabama student, friend killed in home where friend was pet sitting
Two individuals, Jose Felix Alvarez-Duenas and Jazmine Bates, were found shot and killed in a Brookwood, Alabama home where Alvarez-Duenas was pet sitting. Both worked at Buffalo Phil’s restaurant in Tuscaloosa, and a fundraiser has been established for their families.
- Baby dies after mother left him home alone for 8 hours while she went to work, authorities say
A 9-month-old baby in Alabama died after being left home alone for eight hours by his mother, Ja’keisa Knox, who is facing a felony child abuse charge. Authorities reported the child had multiple injuries, was underweight, and showed signs of malnourishment, prompting a violent crimes investigation. Additional charges are possible pending the results of an autopsy.
- IU student dies in out-of-state shooting while trying to break up fight
An Indiana University student died in an Alabama shooting after attempting to stop a fight. Zachary Profozich was convicted of murder and sentenced to 30 years in prison.
- Severe spring weather reaches all corners of the U.S.
Severe spring weather is affecting all parts of the US, with high temperatures reported in various regions. A Southeastern Louisiana supporter was seen using a themed fan to cool down during a softball game. The game took place on May 16, 2026, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
- Veteran NY detective dad storms in to confront Alabama frat bro accused of assaulting his daughter: police
A University of Alabama fraternity member, Ryan Jeffery DellaFranco, was arrested for allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend, and her father, a veteran Long Island police officer, faced charges after confronting him. The incident went viral online and is under investigation by the West Alabama INTERCEPT Task Force and the Tuscaloosa Police Department. DellaFranco was released on a $500 bond.