Family Members of Facebook Murder Victim Speak Out in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The elderly Cleveland man shot and killed on a Facebook video was actually born and raised here in Alabama. Loise Jones of Selma says…
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Highland Home Teen Reunited With Family After Missing for 2 Years
A Â South Alabama teen who went mission two years ago has finally reunited with her family. There are many questions surrounding the disappearance of Alissia Freeman. Â But for right now,…
SBI Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting Near Tuskegee
Agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's (ALEA) and  State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) are investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Macon County Sheriff’s Office. One suspect was injured as a result of the shooting. The incident occurred today, April…
House Votes to Allow Fantasy Sports Betting in Alabama
The state House of Representatives has voted to allow fantasy sports betting in Alabama. The bill passed 43-38 Tuesday after hours of debate about whether the wagering falls under the state's anti-gambling laws. Proponents said the fantasy contests were based…
Bill O'Reilly Loses His Job at Fox News
Bill O'Reilly has lost his job at Fox News Channel following reports that five women had been paid millions of dollars to keep quiet about harassment allegations. 21st Century Fox issued a statement Wednesday that "after a thorough and careful…
Alabama Supreme Court Upholds Chief Roy Moore's suspension
A specially appointed Alabama Supreme Court has upheld the suspension of Chief Justice Roy Moore for his actions after landmark decision allowing gay marriage. The court issued the decision Wednesday. Judges upheld both the findings that Moore violated judicial ethics,…
Montgomery Woman Arrested for Arson after Fight with Fiance
On April 15, Montgomery Fire Department responded to 629 Doris Street in response to a call of a structural fire. There they located a heavy clouds of smoke coming from the residence. Fire Suppression units found that three separate fires…
Ex-President George H.W. Bush Remains in Houston Hospital
A spokesman for former President George H.W. Bush says the nation's 41st president remains under observation at a Houston hospital after recovering from "a mild case of pneumonia." Family spokesman Jim McGrath said Wednesday that the 92-year-old Bush "continues to…
Alabama Church Close to Forming Own Police Department
Alabama lawmakers are closer to allowing a church to form its own police force. The House Public Safety Committee approved a measure Wednesday that would allow Briarwood Presbyterian Church to establish a police department. The Birmingham church says it needs…
US Navy Redesigning Its Submarines to Accommodate Women
Every submarine in the U.S. fleet was designed with the height, reach and strength of men in mind, from the way valves are placed to how display screens are angled. That's going to change. With women now serving aboard submarines,…
City Given Custody of Animals Recovered From Puppy Mill
The city of Dothan's animal shelter has been given custody of more than 70 animals recovered from an alleged puppy mill last month. The Dothan Eagle reports (http://bit.ly/2orKIEF) that District Judge Benjamin determined…
Chestnut Wins House District 67 Seat
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in House District 67 have a new state representative today. Selma Attorney Prince Chestnut won the vacant District 67 house seat in a landslide victory on…
Arrests, Protests as Richard Spencer Speaks at Auburn
White nationalist Richard Spencer spoke to a crowded auditorium at Auburn University after a federal judge blocked the school from banning his appearance. For the most part, there were peaceful…
Senate Passes Bill Protecting Adoption Agencies Refusing Placements Over Religious Beliefs
Alabama might protect faith-based adoption organizations that refuse to place children with gay parents or in certain other households because of their religious beliefs. The Alabama Senate approved the bill Tuesday on a 22-9 vote. The legislation prohibits the state…
Arrests, Protests Ahead of White Nationalist Speech at Auburn University
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - The Latest on white nationalist Richard Spencer speaking at Auburn University (all times local): 8: 30 p.m. Police are reporting arrests linked to an appearance at Auburn University by white nationalist Richard Spencer. Capt. Lorenza Dorsey,…
Montgomery Police Arrest Man on Sexual Abuse Charges
Montgomery police have arrested a man on sex abuse charges. Police have charged 24-year-old Logan Craft with two counts of sexual abuse of a child less than 12 years old, one count of domestic violence by strangulation and one charge…
Prattville Police Looking for Victims of Alleged Sexual Predator
Prattville Police are searching for victims of an accused predator who is now behind bars. Police arrested 31-year-old Carl Dwayne Richardson three weeks ago. Investigators say a restaurant employee contacted police after finding Richardson's…
"My Daughter is Safe" - Mother of Missing Highland Home Teen
The mother of a missing Highland Home teen says her daughter reached…
Federal Judge Orders Auburn to Let White Nationalist Speak
A federal judge has ruled Auburn University must let white nationalist Richard Spencer speak on campus. A lawyer involved in the case on Spencer's side, Sam Dickson, says the decision by…
Alabama Lawmakers OK High School Civics Exam Requirement
Alabama lawmakers have voted to require high school students pass a civics exam before graduating. The Alabama House of Representatives passed the bill 68-31 Tuesday. Decatur Republican Rep. Terri Collins says her legislation is intended to ensure young people know…
Body Found in Pond in Pike County Identified
Both Brundidge and Troy Police received an early morning call about the body of an unknown man at a pond. The body was found off County Road 3310. Police are unable to say how long the body could have been in…
Senate Votes to Allow Concealed Carry Without Permit
The Alabama Senate has voted to allow people to carry a concealed handgun without a getting a permit. Senators approved the bill on a 25-8 vote Tuesday. It now moves to the Alabama House of Representatives. The bill has been…
Suit Seeks OK for White Nationalist Speech at Auburn
An attorney is asking a federal court to clear the way for a white nationalist to speak at Auburn University. A request filed Tuesday claims school officials violated free-speech rights by reversing a decision to let Richard Spencer appear at…
Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder
The Montgomery Police Department has charged charged Cedric Eaton, 30, with one count of attempted murder and placed him in the Montgomery County Detention Facility, where he was being held under a $60,000 bond. The charge stems from a domestic…
Cleveland Facebook Murderer Shoots Self to Death
Pennsylvania State Police say the suspect in the random killing of a Cleveland retiree posted on Facebook has shot and killed himself after a brief pursuit. State police say Steve Stephens was spotted Tuesday morning by state police in Erie…
