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…
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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…
Prattville Holds 6th Annual Mayor's Bike Ride
As part of National Kids to Park Day, Prattville Mayor Bill Gillespie held his 6th annual Mayor's Bike Ride at Upper Kingston Park Saturday. The ride was organized and launched by the…
Georgiana Doctor Dies Near Summit of Mount Everest
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — An American climber has died near the summit of Mount Everest and an Indian climber is missing after heading down from the mountain following a successful…
Alabama Democrats Looking Ahead to Special and General Election
Joe Reed, Chairman of the Alabama Democratic Conference believes it's time for a change in several Alabama offices and in the whitehouse. "We've had problems in the Governor's office, problems with…
Governor Ivey Discusses Future Priorities
In the short time Governor Kay Ivey has been in office she's already tackled many issues facing the state. One of her top priorities is improving the state's image, but she says it cannot happen overnight. "We were under a…
5th Annual Riverbend BrewFest Kicks Off
It was a beautiful night in downtown Montgomery as the sights, sounds, and tastes of the 5th annual Riverbend BrewFest got underway. "This year we have 31 different breweries on hand with over 100 beers to sample," said Ken Reynolds,…
Troy University Hosts Special Olympics Alabama State Games
These athletes from across the state are ready to shine at the Special Olympics Alabama State Games. "It's been a wonderful opportunity for these guys to come down here. we're here for track and field so they're going to win…
Alabama 2017 Legislative Session Ends
Alabama lawmakers ended their 2017 session by declaring a proposed gas tax increase as the deadest bill of the legislative session. Rep. Bill Poole of Tuscaloosa won the shroud award for the bill that would have raised the tax on…
Your Town Friday-Wetumpka Residents Share What They Love About Their Town
We spent the day talking with residents of Wetumpka about what they love about their town, and what they hope the city will be like in the future. Patricia Ogg currently lives in Calhoun county but says she likes to get…
AL April Unemployment Rate Down to 5.4 Percent
Alabama's unemployment rate is down to 5.4 percent. The state Labor Department says the April jobless rate announced Friday is down four-tenths of a percent from March. It's also an improvement from the April 2016 rate of 5.8 percent. Alabama…
Seven Safety Tips to Remember When Traveling this Memorial Day Holiday
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) doesn’t play when it comes to being safe while having fun – particularly during Memorial Day Weekend. This year’s official holiday travel period runs from 6 a.m. Friday, May 26, to midnight Monday, May…
Alabama's GOP Approves New Maps; Democrats Vow Repeat Court Fight
Alabama's overwhelmingly Republican legislature has sent a new legislative map to the governor after a rancorous session featuring a racially charged email comparing lawmakers to monkeys. The Senate's approval Friday came despite objections from Democrats who say the new map…
Confederate Monuments Protected in Alabama
Alabama lawmakers have voted to prohibit any alterations to Confederate monuments or markers. With a vote of 69-29, the House accepted final revisions Friday and sent the bill to Gov. Kay Ivey. Thursday's Senate vote was 25-8. The bill would…
'National Night Out' Kicks Off in Montgomery
Thursday evening, neighbors from across Montgomery came out for a special night out to help build better neighborhoods. It's a preview of the National Night Out, which takes place at the end of the summer. The BONDS program hopes the…
Arrest Made in Montgomery Homicide Case
Montgomery Police have made an arrest in a murder case. 32-year-old Larry McCall Jr., was charged with capital murder in the death of 56-year-old Carl Barnes. Barnes was shot late Saturday evening on the 100 block of West Patton Avenue. Police say Barnes…
Tensions over "Monkey" Email Erupt on House Floor
Simmering tensions over a monkey email sent by an Alabama legislator erupted into shouting match on the House floor. A black lawmaker on Thursday night said a Republican legislator had offered only excuses, and not an apology, for the email…
House Approves Redistricting Bill
The Alabama House of Representatives has approved a redistricting bill after an all-day debate. Lawmakers on Thursday voted 71-32 to approve the boundaries for the 35 Senate districts. The bill now goes to Gov. Kay Ivey for her signature. Black…
