Selma City Schools Superintendent Resigns
From the West Alabama Newsroom --After two years on the job, Dr. Angela Mangum's tenure as superintendent of Selma City Schools is coming to an end. Mangum submitted a letter of resignation and…
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EXTRA: "What's in Your Food?"
Take a look in your pantry... and you'll probably find that most of your food labels state they have been genetically engineered in some way. But what does that mean? And is it…
Clogged Storm Drains In Montgomery After Heavy Rain
Tuesday Montgomery County EMA officials were out surveying some of the damage following all of the rain this past weekend. They ran across several clogged storm drains, which they say could be potentially hazardous.…
Study Ranks Alabama School Districts Based on Teacher Salary
A recent study performed by AL.com ranked Alabama school districts by salary. A detailed list of all the school systems can be found here, but on average teachers in Alabama earned $45,610/yr. It's much lower than the national average teacher…
Selma City School Supt. Submits Letter of Resignation
Selma City Schools Superintendent, Dr. Angela Mangum, has submitted her letter of resignation to the school board. The board accepted her resignation and proposed settlement agreement. This comes as the school board was conducting a hearing on Mangum's status with…
Search for Duo Accused of Using Stolen Credit Card in Montgomery
Montgomery Police and CrimeStoppers are searching for a man and woman suspected of using a stolen credit card at a store on Chantilly Parkway. Investigators say the card was used May 15. If you have a tip that can help…
Memorial Day Events Across Alabama
Family fun and live entertainment highlight Memorial Day weekend celebrations across Alabama. Events include everything from one of the Southeast’s largest hot air balloon festivals in Decatur to an outdoor symphony concert in Montgomery. Other celebrations include the Smith Lake…
U.S. Says Fiat Chrysler used Software to Beat Emissions Tests
DETROIT (AP) - The U.S. government is suing Fiat Chrysler, alleging that some diesel pickup trucks and Jeeps cheat on emissions tests. The lawsuit filed Tuesday alleges that nearly 104,000 Ram pickups and Jeep Grand Cherokees have software that makes…
Sony Chief Promises Profitability, But is Short on Specifics
Sony's leader is promising a comeback for the Japanese electronics and entertainment company having its best profitability in two decades. Chief Executive Kazuo Hirai outlined the strategy for the company Tuesday at its Tokyo headquarters. He stressed the profitability in…
Hasbro to Hold First-Ever Convention for Company's Brands
From G.I. Joe to My Little Pony, toy maker Hasbro says it's holding the first-ever convention to bring all of its brands together. The Pawtucket, Rhode Island-based company says its HASCON family and fan event will be held in Providence…
Millbrook PD Announce the Unveiling of Memorial for Fallen Officer
The Millbrook Police Department is proud to announce the unveiling of a newly installed memorial, which honors fallen Millbrook Police Officer James Dean Fezatte, who was killed in a traffic collision while responding to assist an officer on a civil…
Victim Identified Two Vehicle Crash on Highway 331 Leaves One Dead
A two-vehicle crash Monday, May 22, has claimed the life of a Montgomery woman. Annie Flowers, 66, was killed when the 2007 Hummer she was driving was struck by a 2008 Kenworth tractor trailer. The crash happened at the intersection…
March of Dimes Set to Hold Biggest Fundraiser Event
Thousands of families and local business leaders will join together on Saturday, June 3rd at the Baptist Health DeBoer Building for the 2017 March for Babies, the nation’s oldest fundraising walk, which helps more babies survive and thrive. This year’s…
MPS Board Takes Concerns to State Dept. of Education
After frustrations boiled over at last week's Montgomery Public Schools board meeting, school leaders took their concerns directly to the state department of education and asked for answers Monday. MPS Board Member Melissa…
Flood Concerns Near Catoma Creek
After record-breaking rainfall this weekend, flooding is a concern this week. The flood warning continues for the Catoma Creek near U.S. 331 Highway bridge. EMA director Christina Thornton warns that there is a minor flood advisory for the area surrounding…
Alabama Farmers Federation Endorses Luther Strange for Senate Race
The Alabama Farmers Federation announced on Monday that Senator Luther Strange has received the endorsement of FarmPAC, their political action committee. “Sen. Strange has proven his commitment to Alabama farmers and forest owners by seeking and securing appointment to the Agriculture Committee…
Georgiana Doctor Remembered as Kind, Adventurous
The Georgiana doctor who died on Mt. Everest Sunday is remembered as a dedicated physician and loving father. He was also someone who loved adventure and extreme hobbies. The…
Whooping Cough Outbreak in Chambers County Schools
Health officials say they've confirmed additional cases of whopping cough in an east Alabama school system. The Alabama Department of Public Health says laboratory tests have now found 18 cases of pertussis at multiple schools in Chambers County along the…
Drake Has Huge Night at Billboards Awards
Even on a record-setting night at the Billboard Music Awards, Drake appeared a bit star-struck in meeting fellow Canadian performer Celine Dion backstage. The rapper posted a picture of himself and his father with Dion, who sang "My Heart Will…
Three Men Face Federal Charges for Stolen Guns
Three people are facing federal charges, accused of stealing dozens of guns by breaking into an Alabama hardware store. Prosecutors say the thieves pried a metal door open, broke a window and crawled into Safford Tire and Hardware in Safford…
Prattville-Autauga Farmers Market Holds Grand Opening
The Prattville-Autauga Farmers Market held their grand opening Saturday morning. The market provided fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers. Shoppers were able to find baked goods, honey, jam and handmade…
Autauga Co. Woman Faces Animal Cruelty Charges
An Alabama woman faces animal cruelty charges after deputies seized six dogs in her care that had to be euthanized. The Montgomery Advertiser reports Linda Thomas McDonald, 67, was arrested May 16 and charged with six misdemeanor counts of cruelty…
UPDATE: Suspect Charged in Woodley Square Homicide
The Montgomery Police Department has arrested a Montgomery man in connection with the death of Jeremiah McDade, 20, who was pronounced dead after sustaining a fatal gunshot wound Friday, May 12. MPD charged Paris Moore, 26, with Capital Murder Friday…
Christchurch Anglican Presents House to House Ministry with $40,000 for Community Center
A local church is helping out an organization that renovates homes in West Montgomery. Christchurch Anglican presented a $40,000 check to "House to House" during their service Sunday. The group will use the funds to build a community center on Early…
Residents Concerned About Flooding After Heavy Rain
A notebook from Camella Oliver shows a record of continuous flooding on Sycamore Drive over the last several years from a ditch that residents say hasn't been cleaned properly in quite some time. "I…
