Alabama Community School Network
Montgomery School Superintendent Margaret Allen says she hopes Community Schools will survive in the Federal Education Budget. She made her comment in our interview with her…
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Selma Police Serve People with Outstanding Warrants
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police were out serving people with outstanding warrants Wednesday in an effort to crack down on crime. Police Chief Spencer Collier says the city had more than…
"Racist Propaganda" Found on Front Porches in Crenshaw County
Some Crenshaw County residents say they came home Monday…
Possible Sunday Alcohol Sales in Troy
For Seth Parker, owner of B. Graves in downtown Troy, Sunday alcohol sales could boost his restaurant's business. "We serve a lot of folks that come to do…
House Approves Bill to Force Public Release of EPA Science
House Republicans are taking aim at the Environmental Protection Agency, targeting the way officials use science to develop new regulations. A bill approved Wednesday by the GOP-controlled House would require that data used to support new regulations to protect human…
Suspect Arrested in Connection with Alexander City Shooting
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a Alexander City shooting Tuesday night. Alex City police arrested Anthony Davon Parker after allegedly shooting 18-year-old Quenntavious Reese. Reese was shot while riding in a car on Robinson Road around 6…
State Will Run 27 Low-Performing Schools in Montgomery County System
The Alabama State Department of Education has announced that it will operate 27 schools that it calls "low performing" in the Montgomery Public Schools district. It will allow MPS to run the…
Lawmakers Propose Rival Prison Bill
Two Alabama lawmakers are proposing a rival prison bill as an alternative to the governor's construction plan to relieve overcrowding. The cornerstone of the proposal would pay sheriffs to house 1,500 state inmates in county jails. Rep. Johnny Mack Morrow,…
After Setback, Abortion Foes Keep Pressing Congress to Act
The collapse of the Republican health care overhaul was a sharp setback for anti-abortion leaders, whose hopes of halting federal funding to Planned Parenthood were derailed. But they continue to pursue that goal and also are pushing for a federal…
The Latest: Feds Extend Deadline for First Border Wall Bids
The Latest on the proposed U.S. border wall with Mexico (all times local): 2:10 p.m. The federal government has extended its deadline for companies to bid on the first contracts for President Donald Trump's proposed border wall with Mexico. U.S.…
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Make Arrest in January Smiley Circle Shooting
Montgomery Police began an investigation of a shooting on Smiley Circle on the evening of January 21 where adult male suffered a life-threatening gunshot wound. Authorities say an adult male was seriously hurt after being shot and was taken to…
MPD Make Second Arrest in Woodley Road Shooting
Late Tuesday night, Montgomery Police Department made an arrest in the shooting that occurred shortly after 9:30 a.m. Tuesday in the 3000 block of Woodley Road. Police charged Veronica Campbell, 26, of Montgomery with one count each of Attempted Murder,…
First Lady Helps Present Courage Awards to 13 Women
Melania Trump is helping present courage awards to 13 women from around the world. The first lady and top State Department official Thomas Shannon are presenting the awards in Washington. Mrs. Trump says the women are "true heroes" and "extraordinary…
Alabama Giving Away Baby Boxes to New Parents
Alabama, a state that struggles with infant mortality, is giving away up to 60,000 Baby Boxes in an effort to combat sudden infant death syndrome. Gov. Robert Bentley announced in a news…
Police Brutality Investigation Bill Passes Alabama Committee
An Alabama committee has passed a bill establishing investigation and compensation procedures for victims of police misconduct in Montgomery. The Tuesday decision in the House Montgomery County Legislation Committee comes amid a closely-watched murder case involving a white police officer…
Man Facing Capital Murder Charges for Death of Prattville Woman
A man is facing a capital murder charge in the death of a Prattville woman last year. Reports say court documents show that Willie Foster Jr., 31, was indicted March 17 on that charge in the death of Carol Nunnery,…
Ford Recalls 440K Vehicles for Fire Risk, Door Latch Trouble
Ford is recalling more than 570,000 vehicles in North America and Europe to fix separate problems that can cause engine fires and doors to fly open unexpectedly. The recalls will hit the company's bottom line in the first quarter of…
Driver Strikes Capitol Police Cruiser, Taken into Custody
Police say a driver struck a U.S. Capitol Police cruiser near the U.S. Capitol and was taken into custody. The incident occurred Wednesday morning near the Botanic Gardens. A District of Columbia police spokeswoman, Margarita Mikhaylova, says it's possible that…
Inter-Faith Conference Set for Saturday in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An inter-faith conference in Selma aims to strengthen the community by giving people of different faiths an opportunity to interact and learn more about one…
1 Killed, 1 Critically Injured in Tallapoosa Co. Plane Crash
One person is dead and another is critically injured after a plane crash in Tallapoosa County, according to Sheriff Jimmy Abbett. A Beechcraft Bonanza plane crashed in a wooded area near Slaughter's Crossing Road, east of Dadeville, around 12:45 p.m. Tuesday.…
Mid-day Lunch Gathering Downtown Feeds Body and Soul
A lunchtime gathering to feed the stomach and soul kicked off in downtown Montgomery Tuesday. It's called Mid-day. A crowd showed up at the Warehouse next to Alley Station. They enjoyed…
Butler County Commissioners Cracking Down on Littering Problem
There aren't many roads you can travel on that are completely trash free. Most will have…
Union Springs Residents Concerned About Recent Crime
Recent shootings in Union springs has some people on alert. the concern comes after 2 shootings last week. the first shooting happened Thursday night in the area of Martin Luther King Boulevard and Chunnenugge Avenue. The second happened Friday night in…
Gov. Bentley's Impeachment Investigation Hearing Set for Early April
The top lawyer in a legislative investigation of Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley has indicated that lawmakers are speeding to a decision on whether to impeach him over a sex scandal involving a former aide. Special counsel Jack Sharman in a…
Possible Gun Found at Park Crossing High School in Montgomery
Montgomery Public Schools says a possible gun was found at Park Crossing High School this morning. That incident will be leading to increased security, according to the school's principal. MPS spokesman Tom Salter has released a statement to Alabama News…
