U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks says he's running for the U.S. Senate in Alabama. A statement from the conservative Republican from Huntsville says he's running because America's status as the greatest nation ever is at risk. Brooks say Congress is failing…
Auburn University is paying almost $30,000 to end a lawsuit that cleared the way for a white nationalist to speak on campus. A university statement says officials will pay $29,000 in legal fees for Cameron Padgett. The Georgia man filed…
Moms were able to enjoy an extra special Mother's Day at the Montgomery Zoo, where they got in free all day long. The Montgomery Zoo lets moms in for free on Mother's Day every year, as a way to say…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Honorable Greg Mathis from the award-winning television court show, Judge Mathis, gave the commencement address at Concordia College Alabama in Selma this morning. Mathis told the…
From entertainment to plenty of booths to browse unique items, there's be something for everyone at Prattville CityFest. "It was a great day to get out in the community and…
Active and retired Montgomery firefighters gathered Friday evening for their first reunion. The program paid special tribute to firefighters who have lost their lives over the years and to those who fought the Dale's Penthouse fire in 1967. Stallworth Smith…
Montgomery police are investigating a fatal shooting. Police say that a man was shot and killed in the 2200 block of Woodley Square West at the Garden Grove Apartments around 4 o'clock Friday afternoon. Authorities say they're investigating what may…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma couple is searching for four pit bull puppies they say were stolen from their home and they're offering a cash reward for the safe return of the puppies. Robert and Catherine Gordon say…
Suspended NFL linebacker Rolando McClain has been arrested on misdemeanor drug and firearm charges after a police stop in Hartselle. Police Lt. Justin Barley says an officer pulled over McClain about 1 p.m. Friday because his car's window tint was…
Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Vernon Barnett as the new Commissioner of Revenue. It is her 5th change to her cabinet and more are expected as she puts in place a leadership team focused on improving the state’s image. “The…
Over 900 students are new graduates of Troy University. The university held it's spring commencement in Trojan arena Friday morning. The graduates represent 29 states and 13 nations. Lieutenant General Steven Kwast, Commander and President of Air University at Maxwell…
Keeping up with the growth of Troy University, the university's dining services are giving the Trojan Center Food Court a new look. "We realize that we are running out of seats capacity on the actual retail section so therefore we…
A prison construction plan is headed to a key vote in committee. The House Judiciary Committee will vote Tuesday on the proposal to build, or lease, up to four prisons in the state. Sen. Cam Ward, the bill's sponsor, said…
For people living in the Cottage Hill neighborhood, a vision is finally becoming a reality as they see a transformation of their area, which they believe highlights the historical district that has been forgotten. This quiet neighborhood overlooking downtown Montgomery,…
We are learning more about the state takeover of Montgomery public schools after The Alabama State Board of Education met Thursday. The board laid out the timeline for the intervention. As we've reported, the state is taking over 27 of…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Congresswoman Terri Sewell hosts town hall meetings in Lowndes and Montgomery counties. Lowndes County residents filled the town hall auditorium in White Hall Thursday afternoon. Sewell talked about local and national issues including immigration, national…
Alabama voters might go to the polls on putting the Ten Commandments on display in school and public buildings. The Alabama Senate approved the bill on a 23-7 vote amid criticisms that it was an unconstitutional establishment of religion. The…
Spirit Airlines says union pilots have agreed to extend indefinitely an injunction barring them from conducting a work slowdown while the two sides negotiate over a new contract. The airline said Thursday that the injunction will stay in effect until…
A federal judge in San Francisco has approved a $1.2 billion settlement with owners of about 88,500 Volkswagens with 3-liter diesel engines rigged to cheat on emissions tests. Judge Charles Breyer gave the deal final approval during a hearing Thursday.…
On Wednesday, May 10, Luciana Mekele Jackson, 40, of Montgomery, was sentenced to 81 months in federal prison for wire fraud and identity theft, announced A. Clark Morris, Acting U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Alabama. Her prison sentence…
House Democrats have continued to stall a vote on a proposal to redraw legislative districts that they say diminish the power of black voters. A procedural maneuver to have the lengthy redistricting bill read aloud by a computerized voice is…
The Montgomery Police Department has initiated a homicide investigation following the death of Dennis Jones, 22, of Montgomery. Jones was pronounced dead after sustaining a fatal gunshot wound late Wednesday evening. At about 11:30 p.m., MPD and Fire Medics responded…
A new high- tech form of entertainment is about to open its doors in downtown Montgomery. It's called Escapology. It's a live action breakout game where participants have to solve puzzles and search…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma City School Board voted unanimously to place Superintendent Dr. Angela Mangum on paid administrative leave pending a hearing in about two weeks. The vote…
First responders in the River Region are learning how to deal with people with mental health issues during a crisis. The three day training was sponsored by the National Alliance of…
