From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A program in Selma is working to transform communities in Dallas and Perry counties -- by trying to help men become the best fathers they can be. The Fatherhood Initiative provides fathers with workforce development…
Everyone knows the struggle of driving down damaged roads and dodging potholes. It's something that many drivers say they face everyday in the Montgomery area, but it's not just a problem in Montgomery. The TRIP report finds that across the state…
Alabama voted overwhelmingly for President Donald Trump, but the president's budget blueprint is causing concern for some state Republicans. The preliminary budget outline indicated funding could be slashed for regional development programs such as the Appalachian Regional Commission and grants…
Dawson Parker is a normal 16 year old these days. "Now I'm doing everything regular like I used to do and just play golf right now. That's pretty much it," said Dawson. But his journey to this point in his…
It's something many people want to stop, unnecessary random deadly shootings. The most recent one in the Montgomery claimed the life of 13-year-old Maribel Barrera. "I hope everybody…
A new building near Sherling Lake in Greenville could potentially attract new businesses. Greenville Mayor Dexter…
The Bay County Sheriff's Office announce the arrest of two suspects believed connected to a shooting at Cooks Motel on Panama City Beach today. Arrested was Tristian Julian Buyck, age 21, of Montgomery, Alabama, and Grenden James Jordan, age 19,…
The lineup for the 2017 Alabama Book Festival April 22 in Montgomery includes a diverse list of best-selling authors that organizers say will appeal to a variety of ages and reading interests. The 12th annual event takes place in Montgomery’s…
Three million Americans annually report tax identity theft and the IRS has paid out an estimated $5 billion in fraudulent returns for a single year. While cyber attacks pose a major threat, not all attackers are found online. They can sift…
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley is nearing a political and legal crossroads, a year after his relationship with a former aide broke up his marriage and tarnished his image. House Speaker Mac McCutcheon says the Alabama Ethics Commission should report its…
The Haynes Life Flight 2 Memorial Scholarship has been established at the Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) by Haynes Life Flight and Haynes Ambulance to annually provide a $2,000 scholarship to a student interested in pursuing a degree in Nursing…
People of all backgrounds and walks of life live in Montgomery, but they don't often get to meet one another. A new event held at the Union Station Train Shed was designed to do just that. A Taste of Culture…
Authorities in Alabama say two teenagers and two adults have been killed in a small plane crash. Blount County Operations Commander Tim Kent tells Al.com (http://bit.ly/2njukHg ) the dead are believed to be family members. They are identified as a…
President Donald Trump has now laid out exactly what he wants in the "big, beautiful wall" that he's promised to build on the U.S.-Mexico border. But his effort to build a huge hurdle to those entering the U.S. illegally faces…
Authorities say a man who escaped from custody in Alabama has been arrested in Colorado. The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office said 28-year-old Austen Williams was taken into custody on Saturday without incident and is awaiting extradition back to Alabama. Authorities…
Nissan is recalling more than 56,000 cars because of power steering hoses that may leak fluid and potentially lead to fires. Nissan North America says the recall affects the 2013-2014 Murano vehicles. It says the problem stems from the power…
Mary Latham is on a road trip of a lifetime, meeting people that are committed to showing kindness to others in their own unique ways. To find those stories, she's asking…
The Latest on a shooting along the Las Vegas Strip (all times local): 5 p.m. People are returning to the heart of the Las Vegas Strip after a gunman shot people on a public bus and then barricaded himself inside,…
The State of Alabama has issued a Child Abduction Emergency, Amber Alert. The Gordo, Alabama Police Department and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency asks for your assistance in locating Christian Clay Perkins, white, male, 11 months old. Christian Clay Perkins…
Authorities say a person has been wounded in a shooting at a highway rest stop that involved Alabama law officers. Alabama's State Bureau of Investigation said in a statement that the gunfire happened early Saturday morning at a rest area…
Local fans gather at Baumhower's watching the NCAA tournament Friday night. "I think that Kentucky has done really good and I think Wisconsin has done good and UCLA has done good," said Kyle McManis. And, of course, they've been watching…
Troy Utility customers, be aware of scammers. Troy Utility officials say this week some customers notified them about phone scams. It involves people threatening customers that they're utilities will be turned off...if…
The Boys and Girls Club of Pike County needs your help. The center is in need of various everyday supplies for kids.Those items include supplies for activities…
The City of Troy will soon welcome a new dealership to town. City officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for Premier Chrysler Jeep Dodge and Ram Friday. Owner Jason Gregory, says the dealership is expected to bring in 40 to 50…
The family of a missing Montgomery man is looking for answers after he didn't return home a few days ago. Barbara Young says she hasn't heard from her son, 25-year-old Kordarrius…
