Bessemer, AL news on Saturday, October 17, 2026

In Bessemer, AL on Saturday, October 17, 2026: Video clears officers in student search controversy. Also: Breast cancer survivors were honored at a fashion show in Bessemer today; Bessemer officials released video showing no misconduct during middle school student searches that sparked parent outcry. Weather: Saturday will be mostly clear with temperatures between 48–62°F and light winds around 9 mph.

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Breast cancer survivors were honored at a fashion show in Bessemer today.WBRC · Oct 17, 9:43 PM

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Bessemer officials released video showing no misconduct during middle school student searches that sparked parent outcry.AL.com · Oct 16, 9:59 AM

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