Selma residents share their New Year's resolutions
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The start of a new year is a time when people look towards the future -- and set goals for making lifestyle improvements in the upcoming year. Making resolutions…
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3rd annual Interfaith Service held in Montgomery
People came out to Immanuel Presbyterian Church on Vaughn Road to hear speakers from all walks of life.
Man arrested in Lowndes County murder
Brown was booked into the Lowndes County Jail and charged with murder and receiving stolen property 2nd degree.
Two men arrested in Montgomery murder for hire plot
Police say Tony Hawthorne shot the man multiple times in the 1200 block of Hugh Street.
River Region United Way helping families displaced by fatal apartment building fire
The River Region United Way is working with others in the community to help the people who lost their homes in the recent apartment building fire that killed three people, and you can help.
Columbus, GA man arrested in Opelika for child pornography and electronic solicitation of a child
On January 5, 2026, Don LeBoeuf traveled to Opelika, where he was arrested on multiple warrants.
James Graboys marks one year as Montgomery police chief
Tuesday, January 6, marks one year since James Graboys was announced as permanent police chief for the city of Montgomery. So how have crime numbers changed?
CAMPAIGN 2026: Andrew Sorrell changes mind, seeks re-election as state auditor
Qualifying is underway for candidates wishing to run in Alabama's Democratic and Republican primaries. We have already seen a surprise involving State Auditor Andrew Sorrell.
What The Tech: The Consumer Electronics Show begins in Las Vegas
The week at CES always starts with CES Unveiled, the event where the most unusual ideas show up first.
Selma police detectives investigate the city's first homicide of 2026
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma police are investigating the city's first homicide of the new year. A murder investigation is under in Selma after a man is found shot to death over…
Maduro says "I was captured" as he pleads not guilty to drug trafficking charges
A defiant Nicolás Maduro declared himself "the president of my country” as he protested his capture and pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges that the Trump administration used to justify removing him from power in Venezuela.
Tim Walz, Democrats' 2024 VP pick, ends re-election campaign for Minnesota governor
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president in 2024, is ending his bid for re-election as a fraud investigation into the state's child care programs and its Somali community continues.
YMCA of Greater Montgomery discusses the 22nd Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
This annual Day of Service honors Dr. King’s legacy by bringing people together to serve their neighbors.
Alexander City police investigating homicide
Alexander City police are investigating the first homicide of 2026.
What The Tech: A preview of the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show
For more than half a century, CES has been where some of the most important consumer technologies first appeared. It is also where a few very ambitious ideas quietly disappeared.
2-year-old killed, three young children injured in Macon County crash
Investigators said a commercial truck struck a Nissan Altima in which the four children were riding.
Police investigate stabbing near former Montgomery Mall
A man was critically injured in a stabbing early Sunday morning in Montgomery.
Montgomery native Jeremiah Frazier credits faith, family as he prepares for HBCU Legacy Bowl
Frazier, who grew up on Montgomery’s west side, is a two-time Sun Belt Conference champion and an NFL prospect. He has been selected to play in the 2026 HBCU Legacy Bowl.
Tony Dokoupil becomes anchor of "CBS Evening News"
Tony Dokoupil is taking over as anchor of the “CBS Evening News” weeknight broadcasts, saying "Don't just trust me. Make me earn it."
Lee County man killed in Russell County crash
A Lee County man has died after crashing the commercial truck he was driving in Russell County.
Maduro's ouster sparks celebrations among Venezuelans in South Florida
People gathered for a rally in Doral, Florida, where roughly half the population is of Venezuelan descent, as word spread that Venezuela's now-deposed president had been captured and flown out of the country.
Phenix City man arrested for drugs after routine traffic stop
The short chase ended in a wreck at the intersection of 10th Avenue and 1st Street and 23 year old Charles Dawson was arrested.
How the U.S. captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro
The U.S. operation termed “Absolute Resolve” unfolded under the cover of darkness, with U.S. forces holding fast in the region, awaiting the ideal weather conditions to give pilots clear routes into Caracas, Venezuela, to capture Nicolás Maduro.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents sensory-friendly "Frozen" performance
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival has offered a sensory-friendly performance of its musical of Disney's "Frozen."
