Trump Chooses Betsy DeVos for Secretary of Education
President-elect Donald Trump has selected a charter school advocate and GOP donor from Michigan to be education secretary. Betsy DeVos becomes the second woman chosen to fill a spot in…
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Ousted House Speaker Appealing Judge Ruling of Juror Misconduct
Ousted Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard is appealing a judge's ruling on allegations of juror misconduct during his ethics trial. Lawyers for the one-time Statehouse leader filed a notice of the challenge this week with the Alabama Court of Criminal…
Deer Season Opens with a Few New Rules
Alabama's deer hunting season has opened, but make sure you are paying attention to the new rules this season. This year many hunters got their license online. Game wardens say that is fine but make sure you have a way…
Family Fights for Deceased Teen's Facebook Page
The family of Kacy Harris has made a petition for to get Facebook to return their access to their deceased love one's account. Harris died in a car crash in June.…
AAA Projects Busiest Thanksgiving Travel Season in 9 years
Whether you're planning to fly the friendly skies or take to the roads this Thanksgiving... You are not alone. AAA estimates more than 48 million people will be traveling. And thanks…
Marion Woman Demands Answers After Son Allegedly Attacked at School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The mother of a Francis Marion School ninth grade student is demanding justice after her son was allegedly attacked and injured at school by two…
Charges Upgraded from Assault to Murder in Howard Street Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has charged a suspect in the homicide of 47-year- old Clifford Cummings, who died from wounds he received in an Oct. 20 shooting. Cummings was pronounced dead at Baptist Medical Center South, where he had been…
Former NFL Player Gives Back for Thanksgiving
Former NFL player Cornelius Griffin and his family are giving back to those in need, in Pike County, just in time for Thanksgiving. The family spent the…
Shoppers Ecouraged to Shop Locally During the Holiday Shopping Season
With Black Friday right around the corner, shoppers are getting ready to head to…
Montgomery Mayor Reacts to Death of Former Councilman
Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange has released a statement on the death of former Montgomery city council member Jim Spear. Mayor Strange says, "The City of Montgomery has lost a dedicated public servant. Jim Spear provided stellar service to the families…
MPD Offers Safety Tips for This Holiday Season
Caution, common sense and vigilance. These are the Montgomery Police Department’s watchwords to help protect property and ensure personal safety during the busy holiday season. MPD will be working throughout the holidays to safeguard the public and offers these safety…
Gov. Bentley Encourages Support of Small Business; NFIB Applauds Him
Governor Robert Bentley on Monday signed a proclamation formally declaring November 26th as Small Business Saturday in Alabama. Small Business Saturday is designed to celebrate and support small businesses and the impact they have on Alabama communities. “Small Business Saturday…
Drowning on Lake Jordan Under Investigation
The Alabama Marine Patrol is investigating a drowning on Lake Jordan near Blackberry Cove. Elmore county sheriff Bill Franklin identified the victim as Richard Harris, 58, of Deatsville. Franklin says Harris may have been fishing at the time of the incident.…
Golden Apple: Valerie McCants
Our Golden Apple Award winner this week comes from the Wilcox County School system in West Alabama. In her 12th year of teaching, Valerie McCants, at J.E. Hobbs Elementary…
Hope's Miraculous Road to Recovery
Surveillance video captured the moment when Hope the Rottweiler was left in front of the Bullock County Humane Society. The video shows a man dragging the dog out of his…
Magical Christmas Toy Drive Kicks Off
It's a project that takes a lot of helping hands. The Magical Christmas Toy Drive brings hundreds of smiles to children across the River Region, who otherwise may not have…
Melton Discusses Plans for Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- New Selma mayor Darrio Melton has big plans for the city. We talked one on one with him about what they are and what residents can…
Montgomery Church Celebrates Adoption Awareness Month
November is Adoption Awareness Month, and a local church wanted to take the time to thank the families who have opened their hearts to children. Saint James Methodist Church took time before…
Inmate Reported to be Missing, Found Hiding in Prison
A state inmate who reportedly escaped from the Bibb County Correctional Facility in Brent early Monday was found hiding inside the prison. Prison officials followed protocol by issuing the escape report when Timothy Wayne Johnson, 32, was missing from a…
Greg Gunn's Family Speaks Out After Officer Indicted For Murder
We learned Friday that a Montgomery police officer has been indicted for murder. Officer Aaron Smith shot and killed a black man on February 25th, and the family is speaking out today. It's been almost one year since Greg Gunn…
Fire Prevention Advice While Cooking Up a Storm This Thanksgiving
Three times as many home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving. That's why fire officials encourage you to pay close attention the goal of getting a holiday meal on the table. The Alabama Department of Insurance State Fire Marshal's Division offers…
Gov. Bentley asks GOP Committee for Senate Appointee Names
Gov. Robert Bentley is asking the Alabama Republican Executive Committee to suggest who should replace U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions. The governor sent a request to the 400-plus committee members seeking their input on who he should appoint to fill Sessions'…
Sabra Recalls Hummus Amid Listeria Contamination Fears
Some varieties of Sabra hummus are being recalled amid concerns over possible listeria contamination. The Food and Drug Administration says the voluntary recall announced by Sabra Dipping Company includes hummus products with a "Best Before" date of Jan. 23, 2017,…
The Search for New Coach of Team USA Soccer Begins
CHICAGO (AP) - Jurgen Klinsmann is out as coach of the U.S. soccer team. U.S. Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati announced Monday that Klinsmann has been "relieved of his duties" as coach and technical director for U.S. Soccer. Gulati will…
Kanye West Goes on Rant at Sacramento Concert; Cancels Remaining Tour Dates
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Just days after telling fans that he would have voted for Donald Trump, Kanye West delivered another public screed Saturday night, this time about Beyoncé and Jay Z at the Sacramento, California, stop of his Saint…
