Franetta Riley wins District 4 city council runoff
While the results are unofficial, Riley had 58% of the vote compared to challenger Kahlia Bell’s 42%. The results will be certified next Tuesday.
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Teenage boy charged with Montgomery murder
Montgomery police say they've charged a 16-year-old male, who is from Montgomery, with murder.
Prattville motorcyclist killed in Interstate 65 crash
A motorcyclist from Prattville has been killed in a crash on Interstate 65 in Montgomery County.
Free septic systems available for homeowners in Lowndes Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The water and sewage issues in Lowndes County have been the subject of both national and local news reports. A program designed to help address the situation is working…
Pay It Forward: Anita Leige of Montgomery
Anita Leige is a pastor with Beacon Light Ministries.
McCarthy ousted as House speaker in dramatic vote as Democrats join with GOP critics to topple him
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been voted out of the job in an extraordinary showdown, a first in U.S. history.
McCarthy ouster vote ahead as he confronts GOP critics in U.S. House
U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-California) is confronting his critics head-on as he faces a historic challenge to oust him from leadership.
Voters in Montgomery's District 4 deciding runoff for city council seat
Voters in Montgomery's District 4 are deciding who they want to represent them on city council.
Federal judges to hear input on proposed new congressional lines in Alabama
The court will hear input Tuesday on three plans proposed by a court-appointed special master as it prepares to select a plan for use in the 2024 congressional elections.
Nationwide EAS test scheduled for Wednesday afternoon
A nationwide test of the federal emergency alert system will be broadcast Wednesday afternoon to cellphones, televisions and radios across the U.S. Here's what to expect and when.
Judge says freestanding birth centers in Alabama can remain open, despite "de facto ban"
A judge ruled that Alabama cannot shut down freestanding birth centers that meet certain standards, siding with midwives and doctors who challenged what they described as Alabama’s de facto ban on the facilities.
New Pike Road High School Update as Residents' Taxes Increase
Those living in Pike Road are receiving elevated property tax bills following their vote in 2021 to raise taxes to help build the town's new High School. But a year later taxes have increased but no structure is in sight.
A riled Trump sounds off outside the New York fraud trial that accuses him of lying about wealth
The state of New York's lawsuit accuses former President Trump and his company of deceiving banks, insurers and others by misstating his wealth for years in financial statements.
Football operations suspended at Pike County High School following in-game fight
Football operations at Pike County High School in Brundidge have been suspended following a fight during Friday night's game.
Hundreds chow down at Hampstead Food Truck Takeover
Hundreds of people gathered from 12pm to 3pm at Hampstead on Sunday to choose the perfect meal from ten food trucks.
Carmichael Road hotel catches fire in Montgomery
When they arrived, Montgomery Fire Rescue found a two story hotel with smoke and flames visible from the 2nd floor.
Jimmy Carter turns 99 at home with Rosalynn and other family as tributes come from around the world
Former President Jimmy Carter will celebrate his 99th birthday with his wife, Rosalynn, and their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Plains, Georgia.
UPDATE: Government shutdown averted as Biden signs funding before midnight
The threat of a federal government shutdown suddenly lifted late Saturday as President Joe Biden signed a temporary funding bill to keep agencies open until November 17.
MPD kicks off Faith and Blue weekends
The fun city event started with a Cops and Community car show at the Union Station Train Shed.
Second Annual Oktoberfest in Wetumpka
The streets of downtown Wetumpka were filled with more than 45 vendors, delicious food trucks, contests, and a children's area.
Tickled Pink: See the fun at the 9th Annual Tickled Pink Women's Expo
All of us at WAKA Action 8 would like to thank everyone who came out to our 9th Annual Tickled Pink Women's Expo to help fight breast cancer.
Tickled Pink: See the reveals of the 2023 Survivor Makeover winners
One of the highlights of WAKA Action 8's Tickled Pink Women's Expo is the final reveals of our Survivor Makeover winners!
UPDATE: Threat of government shutdown ends as Congress passes a temporary funding plan and sends it to Biden
The threat of a federal government shutdown ended late Saturday, hours before a midnight deadline, as Congress approved a temporary funding bill to keep agencies open and sent the measure to President Joe Biden to sign.
UPDATE: Government shutdown threat eases after House passes a temporary funding plan, sending it to Senate
The threat of a federal government shutdown was suddenly easing Saturday after the House quickly approved a temporary funding bill to keep agencies open, once Speaker Kevin McCarthy dropped demands for steep spending cuts and relied on Democratic votes for passage.
Pilot of small plane dies after crash in North Alabama field
One person was killed after a plane crashed on or near a dirt airstrip in a field in Cullman County, a coroner said.
