Emily Cundiff

Wed, June 17, 2026 at 4:49 PM "They didn't follow the law": Juror explains verdict in Riverchase drowning case (Courtesy of the family) BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — Nearly three years after 18-year-old Reginald Adams drowned at Riverchase Country Club, a federal jury has concluded the facility failed to follow required pool safety regulations — a finding one juror hopes serves as a warning to other facilities and a reminder about the importance of water safety.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — An activist was escorted from Birmingham City Hall in handcuffs Tuesday after confronting city leaders over two recent deaths at the Birmingham City Jail during a City Council meeting. During public comment, speakers criticized city officials and raised concerns about conditions inside the jail following the deaths of two inmates who died days apart while in custody. "I'm gravely disappointed in what's taking place in our city," activist Eric Hall told council members.