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.

“Camp Fear” Trick-or-Treat Event Returns to Tuscaloosa County’s Lake Lurleen

A state park in Tuscaloosa County will once again welcome trick-or-treaters this weekend for an early, family-friendly Halloween celebration.

Tuscaloosa City Schools Request Charter School Proposals for First Time

Tuscaloosa City Schools is, for the first time, requesting proposals as they aim to create "a diverse portfolio of high-quality public charter schools."

Duo Charged With Attempted Murder for Shooting in West Tuscaloosa

A man and woman have been charged with attempted murder after a shooting in West Tuscaloosa over the weekend.

Aliceville Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash in Pickens County

An Aliceville man died Saturday night after a single-vehicle accident in his county of residence, Alabama State Troopers report.

Mother Says Justice Is Stalled Out 4 Years After Son’s Murder in Tuscaloosa

A mother's cries for justice are growing louder, not softer, four years after her son was fatally shot while walking around the Tuscaloosa Strip four years ago.

Tuscaloosa Officials Urge Ivey to Get ALDOT to Leave “Critical” Road Open

Tuscaloosa city officials are expressing concerns over the proposed closure of a key access road and are seeking Governor Ivey's support in resolving the issue with ALDOT.

Tuscaloosa Man Accused of Making Terrorist Threat To Probation Office

A Tuscaloosa man was arrested this week after police say his threatening phone call led to the evacuation of the local office of the state's Bureau of Pardons and Paroles.

Coker Man Reported Missing Was Last Seen Almost 1 Week Ago

The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office is asking for help locating a Coker man who was last seen about a week ago.

Tuscaloosa County SRO Dies After Medical Emergency at Brookwood High

The Brookwood community and local law enforcement officers are mourning the Tuesday death of a school resource officer who passed away after a medical emergency on campus.

Teenagers Missing From Fayette Located

Two 16-year-old girls who were missing Fayette have been located.