Mary O'Connell, WVTM 13

Mary O'Connell

WVTM 13

Birmingham, AL, United States

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Past articles by Mary:

Police: Accused robber strikes same Clanton bank ten years apart

On Monday, a man attempted to rob Guardian Credit Union in Clanton. The case seemed similar to one in 2010. → Read More

Alabama lawmaker to introduce bill requiring longer summer breaks

State Rep. Steve Hurst is working on a bill that would require schools to have longer summer breaks, potentially from Memorial Day to Labor Day. → Read More

ALEA working to hire more troopers, get more patrols on the road

This year, about 80 troopers are eligible to retire. → Read More

Several cars damaged along Highway 11 near Springville

Four people sent us photos of shattered windows and car damage they tell us happened along Highway 11 near Springville. → Read More

State troopers remind drivers of seat belt safety after fatal crashes

Year to date, ALEA said of the 57 fatal crashes statewide where people could’ve worn seat belts, more than half didn’t. → Read More

Lawsuit filed over access to records surrounding gun policy at Sumiton festival

Sumiton Mayor Petey Ellis says they checked to see they were within their rights in not allowing open carry guns. → Read More

Walker County residents concerned over smell, taste of water

Some people who live in Walker County say their water smells and tastes like dirt, pond water, and mold. → Read More

UAB, Jefferson County Health Department monitoring new coronavirus

The World Health Organization declared the new coronavirus a global health emergency. → Read More

Parents concerned over changes with Trussville school summer program

Starting this summer, the YMCA's summer day camp will replace Trussville City Schools summer care program. → Read More

Birmingham hosts tribute to Kobe Bryant at Legion Field

Birmingham City Council held a candlelight vigil and balloon release for the basketball star and victims of the helicopter crash outside Los Angeles. → Read More

Cullman County town fighting toilet paper thieves with cameras

The town installed 15 cameras to help fight the problem. → Read More

New World Games countdown clock unveiled on Red Mountain Expressway

The 2021 World Games are now just 18 months away. → Read More

Jefferson County Commission approves contracts for Fairfield road repairs

The repairs will happen on Aaron Aronov Drive, Valley Road, and Rutledge Drive. → Read More

Bill would create harsher punishments for crimes targeting officers

Right now, the law applies to crimes targeting things like race, religion, and disabilities. → Read More

Walker County Sheriff's Office asks for help with two cases

Anyone with information on either case is asked to call the sheriff's office or Crimestoppers. → Read More

Resurfacing for other roads scheduled after 59/20 bridges open

ALDOT says all cross streets under the new 59/20 bridges are scheduled for resurfacing. → Read More

Alabama Fallen Warriors Project monument proposed for Veterans Park

There have been 222 service members from Alabama who've been killed in action or died a "non-hostile" death since 9/11. → Read More

Major redevelopment project coming to Hoover's Bluff Park

Hoover City Council approved plans for a redevelopment project at the Bluff Park Village Shopping Center. → Read More

Crews putting finishing touches to 59/20 bridge project ahead of opening

ALDOT expects traffic to be open on the 59/20 bridge project on or before Tuesday January 21st. → Read More

Rezoning for part of Smith Farm property moves forward

The Hoover Planning and Zoning Commission vote to recommend a rezoning change which could allow for four more homes. → Read More