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Male Breast Cancer
Glen Frey is a medical rarity. The Hoover man is part of the 1% of breast cancer cases in men. And his battle to beat cancer is a fight that all began at the urging of his wife. But while his form is rare, his fight is real.
Swimsuit Ready
If you want to get swimsuit slim but don't have but a few days to do it, there's a new and improved method that can get you results in one day.
Faith in Action: Unlikely Angel
Ashley Smith-Robinson ended up finding her purpose while pleading for her life, when her life collided with a cold-blooded killer.
Children and Guns
It's a thought that haunts many parents. What would happen if your child stumbled on a loaded gun?
Heavy Metal and Violence: Is There a Connection?
Heavy metal music and teenage violence…a new report is fanning the flame of this controversy. But, is there really a connection between violent tendencies and kids who listen to aggressive dark lyrics?
On The Job: The Ground Crew
This week Al Ratcliffe headed out to the baseball diamond. But as he toughed it out with the ground crew, Al quickly realized it's not a ball game at all.
Extramarital Affairs
From problems in the marriage to unfulfilled needs, cheaters have their reasons for doing what they do. So we set out to find out more about cheaters; how they do it, and if they get away with it, but more importantly its effect on a relationship.
Faith in Action: Rick and Bubba
This story is about two guys who walk the talk of Christianity on the radio. Rick and Bubba are serious about one thing, and that's spreading the gospel in their everyday lives.
The Future of Fuel
Back in the 50’s, many Americans believed cars would be able to fly by now. And while flying cars is still a ways away, scientists are busy working on new ideas that many think will someday fix the countries energy crisis.
Choosing a Pediatrician
You take your children to the doctor for their vaccinations, for a fever, for a bad cut... But just how well do you know your pediatrician?
Home Burglary Prevention
With the summer approaching, many of you are making plans for a vacation getaway. But you're not the only one looking forward to you leaving…so are burglars. So what can you do to keep from becoming the next home burglary victim?
On The Job: Mullet Toss
While it may look like a lot of fun, CBS 42's Al Ratcliffe is helping raise money on the Gulf Coast in this weeks On The Job report.
Gangs in Birmingham
Graffiti in Birmingham’s Druid Hills community shined a bright light on gang activity in The Magic City. But are gang members really a threat to the residents of Birmingham?
Faith in Action: A Queen for a Day
Out of gratitude over her daughter surviving a terrible car accident, Linda Oliver asked what you do when God gives you a miracle. See how that question sparked a ministry of faith in action that's giving back to women still struggling to recover from Hurricane Katrina.
Get On The Bus
Recent accidents involving charter buses prove even with the best safety procedures, sometimes things still go wrong. But you can minimize your chances of a bad trip with just a little research, asking the right questions, before you get on the bus.
On The Job: Air Refueling
Al Ratcliffe is back on the job, just not the one he performs at CBS 42. This time he's taking to the air and getting an up-close look at what it takes to be on the job with the 117th refueling wing.
What To Do When a Dog Attacks
Can you read the warning signs that a dog is in the red zone ready to bite? As recent attacks have shown, even trained dogs can react violently if they misread a person's actions.
Juvenile Sex Offenders
Sex offenders with your children…it could be happening every day and the law wouldn't allow you to know about it.

 
 
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