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Pay It Forward: Debra Stewart of Montgomery

Debra Stewart of Montgomery is described as an incredibly thoughtful coworker who dedicates her own time and money to build a warm, supportive environment for everyone around her.

Annual 'Parade of Pumpkins' returns to downtown Prattville

The Parade of Pumpkins features thousands of decorated pumpkins, seasonal displays, food vendors, live entertainment, and activities.

Gov. Kay Ivey commutes death sentence of Toforest Johnson

Gov. Kay Ivey has commuted the death sentence of death-row inmate Toforest Johnson after a number of former public officials and the current district attorney raised doubts about his conviction.

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Johnnie Chambers Sankey sworn in to Montgomery City Council

Johnnie Chambers Sankey has been sworn in to Montgomery City Council as the representative for District 3.

Lowndes Co. Commission sued over data center project approval

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The fight over a controversial data center project in Lowndes Co. may not be over just yet. A pair of residents are now suing the county commission over…

Wallace Community College Selma set to host Career Quest 2026

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wallace Community College Selma is hosting a unique career exploration experience for area high school students this week. Career Quest 2026 will feature interactive exhibits -- live demonstrations…

Aldot Is Launching A Massive I 85 Upgrade To Expand Capacity And Smooth Out Your Drive.

Help Is on the Way for I-85 Congestion in Montgomery, but It Will Take Time

If you’ve driven I-85 near Taylor Road, you’ve probably experienced the congestion. Now, ALDOT is working on a major upgrade to help traffic move more smoothly. But it won't happen overnight.

The Dalraida Family Ymca Is Hosting Its 10th Annual Wing Festival On November 14th.

Wings for a Cause: Dalraida YMCA's 10th Annual Festival Returns to Montgomery November 14

A local festival is serving up more than just chicken wings. Money raised at the Dalraida Family YMCA’s 10th annual event will help children learn skills that could save their lives.

Warm days, cool nights, lots of sunshine for the forecastable future

Tuesday afternoon remains mainly sunny with highs in the mid to upper 70s. Tuesday night looks mainly clear with lows falling into the 40s again.

Montgomery County leaders want residents to fill out survey to guide strategic plan

Montgomery County leaders are inviting county residents to complete an online survey as they develop a strategic plan.

What The Tech: How to change what Facebook shows in your algorithm

A new feature called “Your algorithm” gives you a more direct way to tell Facebook what you actually want to see.

Ozark man arrested on first-degree robbery charge in Auburn

Police say in the incident happened October 17th, in the 100 block of Wright Street, where a victim reported that an individual took a pistol from his person and pointed it at him.

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Suspect arrested in fatal Troy shooting

Chief Danny Barron says 29-year-old Jocerria D. Jones of Troy was arrested in the fatal shooting that happened Sunday, October 18th, in the 700 block of Hanchey Street.

Thank you for making Action 8's Tickled Pink another big success

All of us at Action 8 want to thank all of you who made our Tickled Pink event such a success. For a dozen years, we've been raising awareness and money for the fight against breast cancer.

Selma Fire and rescue conducts firefighter training

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma Fire Department conducts a week of fire fighter training -- to help improve public safety in the city of Selma. Selma Fire and Rescue uses the…

8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: 1.5 million pounds of meat products recalled

More than 1.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat products sold under several brand names nationwide are being recalled.

Worker falls to death at Bass Pro Shops store near Birmingham

A 70-year-old employee at Bass Pro Shops in Leeds has fallen to his death while working at the store.

Man charged with capital murder in recent Montgomery homicide

A third person has been charged with two counts of capital murder following a fatal shooting that happened earlier this year.

Shots fired as crowd was being dispersed at Lake Martin Beach Club

Investigators are looking for video and information after shots were fired as a crowd was being dispersed from Lake Martin Beach Club over the weekend.