BIRMINGHAM, AL (Mar. 17, 2023) - The American Red Cross of Alabama and Mississippi welcomes Birmingham native and respected leader, Anne...

During Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross recognizes those who make our lifesaving mission possible — including our remarkable...

The American Red Cross of Alabama and Mississippi has named Tomalisa L. Washington as executive director for the Central-West chapter...

By: Johnicia Haynes "For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom...

By: Diane Weber Selma, Alabama native Michael Henderson knows how to face challenges, but he says he is very thankful for the Red Cross...

By: Johnicia Haynes If an effort to protect families and communities in our area from the threat that severe weather brings, we've put...

February 01, 2023 February is Black History Month — a time to honor the significant achievements of Black Americans. With the theme...

There is more than one way to skin a cat (fish), and Pastor Leodis Strong knows just how to do it. The pastor’s church, the historic...

Whether an emergency is felt by an entire community or a single person, it turns lives upside down — especially for the most vulnerable,...

Heating equipment is the leading cause of home fire deaths JACKSON, MS. (Dec. 21) — As temperatures drop in Mississippi, the American Red...

Heating equipment is the leading cause of home fire deaths BIRMINGHAM, AL. (Dec. 21) — As temperatures drop in Alabama, the American Red...

November 21, 2022 Thanksgiving is the perfect time to gather with loved ones, give thanks over a delicious meal and make a lifesaving...

To Kwame Felton, Veteran's Day is a special day to celebrate and honor the service, integrity, and excellence of those who have served...

BIRMINGHAM, Nov. 7, 2022— The American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to give now and help fight the potential impact of...

Halloween is just days away. Fast becoming one of the most popular holidays in this country, masses of little super heroes, cartoon and...

By Johnicia Haynes Two minutes is the amount of time that fire experts say you may have to safely escape a home fire before it’s too...

In 1969, nightly news headlines droned on about the U.S.- Vietnamese conflict, and parents and friends worried as they watched the daily...

By Diane Weber I settled into my recliner and searched for my series on Netflix as I watched my attending nurse, Serena, prepare the...

As of today, more than 350 trained Red Crossers are on the ground supporting relief efforts in Kentucky - with dozens more in other...

How do you plan to enjoy this summer? Whether your plans include fun in the water, camping or grilling your favorites, the American Red...