Jim Abath

News Anchor/Reporter

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

The first Sugar Bowl I covered (Florida/Notre Dame) was the first time I saw Lou Holtz in person. A day or two before, he ran a coaches vs. players 2-hand touch game on the turf at the Superdome. Guess who was the QB? Good stuff. He passed for a few TDs!
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[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

Local news stations look to the @AssociatedPress for guidance. Here's why it's going with "war" to describe the actions in the Middle East. Interesting read!
https://t.co/Gvmg6bsuU9

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

#Update: Limestone County Schools now closed on Monday

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

#Update: Athens City and Cullman County Schools - now closed on Monday

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

@jeffcastlewx and @AmberKulick_wx have your live update on weather conditions across North Alabama in just a few minutes, 4:00pm on @WAAYTV !

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

#traffic Update from @HSVPolice on road closures this afternoon (as of 3pm): Bankhead Parkway, Memorial Parkway overpass (specifically at Martin Road and I-565) and I-565 exits leading to Memorial Parkway

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

Add Decatur City, Hartselle City and Lawrence County Schools to the list of schools that have cancelled school for Monday. Here's the updated list... https://t.co/PiiytyqOgO

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

Here's the latest on road conditions across North Alabama. There are still some slick spots, especially in the Shoals. https://t.co/Pmdg0rbUln

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

With the brutally cold temperatures coming in Monday morning, several school systems have already cancelled school for Monday - Lauderdale County, Franklin County, Florence City and Russellville City. Keep checking back at this link for updates - https://t.co/GO0p1ajQDg

[City of Huntsville, AL @huntsvillecity]

With extremely cold temperatures coming, it's paramount to have a plan in place to preserve warmth during a power outage. These steps are necessary to stay safe in this weather event.

📣 Stay connected with @HMCEMA by signing up for City Alerts: https://t.co/WU4AOlDijr

[Huntsville Police @HSVPolice]

HPD is aware of a video circulating on social media involving a use-of-force incident with one of our officers.

All available evidence is being reviewed to evaluate the incident. Full release 👉 https://t.co/Vhmvl0nc4Z

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

Two of my sons and me at Skating at the Park at Big Spring Park. There's still time to join the fun. The rink's open through Sunday!

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

The first sunset of 2026 from the top of Monte Sano. Happy New Year from all of us @WAAYTV !

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

#breakingnews‌ @mtgreenee announces she's resigning from Congress in January

[Marjorie Taylor Greene 🇺🇸 @mtgreenee]

My message to Georgia’s 14th district and America.
Thank you.

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

#WeatherAlert : Tornado warning for Madison, Marshall & Jackson counties until 4:00pm. @WAAYTV Chief Meteorologist @jeffcastlewx is live right now on WAAY 31.

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

#voting Heads up... There are several runoff elections tomorrow. Mayoral races are still up for grabs in Guntersville, Boaz, Moulton, Rogersville, Littleville and Pisgah. Also, city council races in Athens and Decatur. Polls are open 7:00am - 7:00pm.

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

@JimmyKimmelLive to return to air tomorrow (Tuesday) night. You can catch it at 10:35pm on @WAAYTV.

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

And on Saturdays, we play baseball!… Coach Jimmy and his son, Riley #AlabamaYellowhammers #14UTravelball

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

#BreakingNews Update...

[ABC News @ABC]

BREAKING: Charlie Kirk has died after being shot at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, President Trump has said.
https://t.co/KI6k3Q7L09

[Jim Abath @JimAbath]

#BreakingNews‌ : Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk shot at event in Utah...

[ABC News @ABC]

Footage shows a crowd of people running and taking cover after someone shot at conservative commentator Charlie Kirk on the Utah Valley University campus.

A suspect is in custody, according to the university.

Read more: https://t.co/8jjHt4TlYU