Chloe Vincente
WDBJ7
Roanoke, VA, United States
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Virginia DEQ accepting public comment on 2020 Norfolk Southern train derailment in Roanoke Co.
There were around 2,600 hundred tons of coal. → Read More
Federal health agency investigates health risks from Moody landfill fire
Since the EPA moved in to put out the Environmental Landfill Fire, the agency reported it's been working with the ATSDR, or Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. → Read More
INVESTIGATION: ADEM knew about Moody landfill fire hazard since 2013
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — When the environmental landfill caught fire in Moody back in November, neighbors had no idea it would continue to burn for more than two months. It’s forced some people out of their homes and caused a number of health-related issues. “Within a week we started getting smoke inhalation symptoms,” […] → Read More
Jefferson County EMA preparing for severe weather Tuesday
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — With the potential for severe weather in Alabama on Tuesday, Jefferson County EMA urges residents to stay weather aware, even in the winter. “Our severe weather season is really October through May, so it is not uncommon for us to see severe weather and tornadoes in the cooler months,” said […] → Read More
City of Hoover prepares for cold weather emergencies
HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) — Officials with the City of Hoover announced several resources will be available to keep people safe during the arctic blast expected late Thursday into this weekend. City Administrator Allan Rice wants Hoover residents to know where they can go and who to call if the cold causes an emergency. “The City […] → Read More
Birmingham City Council vote moves Carraway demolition and redevelopment forward
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham’s blighted north side is on its way to seeing a new light, as its city council voted Tuesday to allow demolition to continue at the old Carraway hospital. Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announced at Tuesday’s city council meeting that more money is required to continue the demolition project, which began […] → Read More
INVESTIGATION: Train collision deaths in West End on the rise, city taking safety measures
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — After a series of deadly train accidents in West End, neighbors reached out to CBS 42 with safety concerns regarding the tracks. Tanesha Germany’s fiancé Corey Jones was hit and killed on the tracks near her home back on June 26. Now, she worries about the rest of her neighbors. “It’s […] → Read More
City of Clay cuts tax on groceries for two years to offset inflation
CLAY, Ala. (WIAT) — Over the past year, inflation has hit Americans hard. As of September, the price of groceries rose 13% in the past year, according to government data. That’s why officials with the City of Clay decided they wanted to step in to help citizens afford essential items. Starting Tuesday, the tax on […] → Read More
Industrial waste, ‘forever chemicals,’ contaminate popular Alabama waterway
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — If you spend a day out on the Coosa River, it’s easy to see why Alabama is called the River State. Open air, water views for miles, and homes that tempt you to open up Zillow. The river connects to popular Central Alabama summer destinations, like Lay Lake and Logan […] → Read More
Faith Matters: Should Christians celebrate Halloween?
Starting in September, Halloween costumes, decorations, candy, spooky movies and haunted houses are promoted heavily across the U.S. in preparation for the fall holiday. Over the years, however, some Christians have expressed concerns about how celebrating the holiday conflicts with their faith. → Read More
INVESTIGATION: Homicides triple, overdose deaths rise at William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility
Amid inmate strikes and people across the state rallying for better conditions, violence is at an all-time high inside Alabama prisons. → Read More
INVESTIGATION: Homicides triple, overdose deaths rise at Donaldson Correctional Facility
BESSEMER, AL (WIAT) — Amid inmate strikes and people across the state rallying for better conditions, violence is at an all-time high inside Alabama prisons. At William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility in Bessemer, homicides have tripled so far in 2022. According to the Jefferson County Coroner, six people have died at the state prison so […] → Read More
WATCH: How to spice up your fall charcuterie board
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Charcuterie boards have taken social media by storm in recent years. No matter the occasion, platters of artisanal cheeses, meats, fruit, nuts and spreads have become a staple at gatherings small and large. Petal & Platter, a local charcuterie business owned by Jessica Snead, makes custom boards and boxes for any […] → Read More
Faith Matters: How much should Christians give to their church?
Tithing and donations are vital to many places of worship, but asking people to give can be a difficult venture. Brian Erickson with Trinity UMC joined CBS 42 Weekend anchor Chloe Vincente for our Faith Matters segment to discuss how much Christians should give. → Read More
Faith Matters: Do pets go to Heaven?
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — It’s a question many Christians contemplate and look for answers on: do our pets go to Heaven? The answer certainly isn’t black or white, but the Bible offers up some details on God’s intentions for animals starting in Genesis. Trinity UMC Senior Pastor, Brian Erickson, joined Chloe Vincente on the CBS […] → Read More
Birmingham Police, city leaders drafting legislation to address street racing
Exhibition driving and street racing are both problem across the country. Here in Birmingham, neighbors say the dangerous driving problems are getting worse, and putting the public in danger. → Read More
IRS to use $15 million for report on new tax e-filing system
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The U.S. government is working to change the way Americans file taxes. According to the Inflation Reduction Act signed into law by President Biden last week, the IRS could create a task force that would design a government-run free tax e-file system. The IRS would need to create a report looking […] → Read More
Coroner: Fentanyl, xylazine to blame for rising overdose deaths in Jefferson County
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — As overdose deaths continue to reach record numbers in Jefferson County, the county coroner blames the deadly opioid fentanyl and a newer addition to street drugs: xylazine. “The concern is that we’re finding that xylazine is also on board a lot of times, which is resistant to Narcan,” said Chief Deputy […] → Read More
‘It was all completely false’: Roy Moore prepares for appeal after defamation suit victory
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A jury awarded Republican Roy Moore more than $8 million dollars Friday in a defamation suit against the Senate Majority PAC. Now, Moore tells CBS 42 that the case is far from over. “I think if they appeal we may go to the United States Supreme Court,” Moore said. “This case […] → Read More
‘They just don’t care:’ Neighbors in North Birmingham frustrated over road hazards
Neighbors in North Birmingham tell CBS 42 they feel like the city doesn't care about their road conditions, after large potholes and other road hazards have been marked with cones for months. → Read More