Authorities are searching for an inmate they say escaped from a work-release center. The Alabama Department of Corrections said in a statement that officers are searching for 37-year-old Javarus Deon Ridgeway. They say he…
Alabama State University has announced that it will host an anti-crime and anti-violence citywide town hall meeting and block party on Wednesday. The university says the idea is to bring the public and law enforcement together to have a meaningful…
From the city of Prattville to the White House. It's a trip one middle school student will make later this week to receive special recognition from First Lady Michelle Obama. Lael…
Former Miss Alabama Kalyn Chapman James is sharing her thoughts on the deadly Dallas ambush.James, the first African-American to hold the Miss Alabama title, took to Facebook Sunday in tearful live video. She says she 'doesn't feel sad for the…
Lawyers for abortion providers have asked a federal judge to block new Alabama laws that ban abortion clinics near schools as well as the procedure most commonly used in the second trimester. U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson scheduled a Monday…
Andalusia police are investigating shots that were fired at an apartment complex. The shots were fired just before 2 a.m. today. Police say they got a call about gunshots on South Cotton St. at the Andalusia Estates apartment complex. There…
A Blackout protest held on the Capitol steps saw dozens of people coming out to show support for a national movement. After the most recent shootings in Louisiana and Minnesota, some Montgomery citizens didn't just want to stand by. "A…
AÂ group of people got together downtown to remember those across the nation who died this past week Sunday night. AÂ vigil was held at Southside Church of Christ. About 100 people came out to worship together and reflect on bringing the…
Two Alabama men have been arrested in Colorado in connection with a wildfire spreading across the state. The two men are both from Vinemont and have been charged with fourth degree arson. 700 more families have been told to leave…
One man is dead and another in custody after an early morning shooting in Union Springs. Police say Johnny Womack Jr. is in custody for a…
Union Springs Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that left one man dead and another in custody. Police say Johnny Womack Jr. is in custody or a shooting on Peachburg road, near Highway 82 in Union Springs. Officers arrived to…
The Union Springs Police Department invited the community to the city's park for a day of fun. It was part of the department's kids and cops day. Organizations provided school supplies to children attending the event. East Central Mental Health…
Sveral people volunteered their time to help a Prattville teen facing heart conditions. 19-year-old garrison stojack was diagnosed with aortic stenosis at birth. Nearly five years ago he was diagnosed with s-v-t...Which causes a rapid heartbeat. Now people in the…
Most of the day consisted of character witnesses on behalf of Hubbard. In addition to Hubbard's pastor and some close friends, U.S. Representative Mike Rogers also took up for the former speaker. However, in the end, the judge sentenced Hubbard…
Several Brundidge residents are voicing their concerns about Galloway Park. Residents say there's evidence of alcohol consumption at the playground, despite signs that say it's not allowed. They also say they have seen people with drugs at the park. Speeding is also…
The City of Montgomery will postpone the fireworks display planned for July 9 in conjunction with Second Saturday, instead opting to move the display to the final Saturday Spectacular on August 6. Other events, including Rock the Park battle of…
The City of Montgomery held a vigil Friday to show support for the Dallas Police Department. The vigil was held at First Baptist church at noon. The church is…
On July 7 around 7 p.m., police responded to the Vaughn ER in reference to a gunshot victim. A black female suffered a gunshot wound to the face and was stabilized at the ER and then transported via helicopter to…
OPELIKA, Ala. (AP) - The Latest on the trial and sentencing of former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard (all times local): 12:55 p.m. Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard has been sentenced…
SELMA, Ala. (AP) -Authorities say an Alabama officer shot and killed a man who shot his girlfriend during a domestic dispute and fired at police when they arrived. Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson says the man shot his girlfriend…
Governor Robert Bentley on Friday issued a statement regarding recent tragedies across the United States. “Alabamians are strong in love and in faith. As the people of our state have done on so many occasions, let us join our hearts…
DALLAS (AP) - A peaceful protest in Dallas over the recent videotaped shootings of black men by police turned violent Thursday night as an unknown number of people shot at officers, killing five and injuring seven, as well as two…
A Wetumpka woman has been missing for nearly a month. Law enforcement and friends of the missing woman are working to find new leads in the case. Starr Mulder was reported missing…
Major Walter Strong at The salvation army in Montgomery says their pantry is running low. While many donations at Christmastime go to help the Salvation Army all year long, they could definitely…
Many people across the nation voicing their concerns on the recent officer-involved shootings. Alton Sterling was shot at a baton rouge convenience store pinned down by police officers. Philandro Castile was shot…
