Francis Marion Teachers Get Training with New iPads
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Perry County school will have a new high-tech tool to aid in the learning process when students return to school in the fall. Teachers at…
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Prattville Police Make Arrest in Death of Prattville Woman
Authorities have arrested a man in the death of a Prattville woman who was run over and killed by her own car. Autauga County officials tell news outlets that they have…
Troy Vape Store Owner Fears New FDA Regulations
Vape shop owners fear new FDA regulations could have a harmful impact on their business. Starting August 8th of this year no new vaping products are allowed on shelves. The FDA is…
ALDOT Urge Motorists to Drive Safely Memorial Day Weekend
The number of vehicles on Alabama highways during the Memorial Day holiday is expected to be higher than normal as the summer travel season begins. The Alabama Department of Transportation urges motorists to drive safely during the busy holiday period.…
Gov. Bentley Announces the 2016-2016 Alabama Teacher of the Year
Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday honored Alabama’s 2016-2017 newly selected Teacher of the Year Dana Jacobson at the monthly proclamation hour ceremony at the State Capitol. Prior to the ceremony, the Governor met with Jacobson to discuss education issues and…
Selma PD Arrest Teen in Connection to Shooting Investigation
On Wednesday, May 25, officers were dispatched to the 2000 Block of Woodrow East in reference to a shooting. En route to the call, patrol officers spotted the suspect vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The driver jumped out and…
Animal Planet to Premiere Show Featuring Three Tuskegee Grads
Three Tuskegee University grads are going to be living life on the small screen this summer. Animal Planet will premiere “The Vet Life” TV series Saturday, June 4, 2016, at 9 p.m. EST/8 p.m. CST. The show follows veterinarians Dr.…
Former Federal Magistrate Hired to Prosecute Roy Moore
A former federal magistrate will prosecute suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore on judicial ethics charges. The Judicial Inquiry Commission said Thursday it has hired John Carroll to prosecute allegations that could lead to Moore's removal. Carroll was a federal…
Update: State Officials Testify on Hubbard's Role in 2013 Budget
Testimony is continuing in the ethics trial of the Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard. A state legislator and others are expected to testify Thursday about Hubbard's role in 2013 budget…
Montgomery Man Acquitted of 2013 Murder Charges
A Montgomery man has been acquitted in connection with the 2013 slaying of a 29-year-old man. A Montgomery County jury found Rodricko Davis not guilty on capital murder charges in connection with Keon Sankey's death. Davis and Elijah Frazier had…
Is Alabama the most dangerous state for weather?
The website 24/7 Wall Street lists the states with them most weather-related deaths, and Alabama is at the top of the list: "1. Alabama > 5-year fatality rate: 61.1 (per million residents) >Total fatalities 2011-2015: 295 >Total damage 2011-2015: $4.4…
Discount Movie Theater in Montgomery?
Evans Theatres in Norman, Oklahoma is thinking about bringing a discount movie theater to Eastdale Mall. They would offer 6 dollar movies and 3 dollar matinees. There would also be classic…
Lowndes Co. Man Accused of Stealing from the Elderly Arrested
According the Lowndes County Sheriff's Office, the man accused of stealing money from the elderly is behind bars. Kenneth Dynd Gordon was arrested in Montgomery at about 11:30 Tuesday night. Gordon…
WCCS and AUM Sign Articulation Agreement, Create Partnership
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The road to a four year college degree just got a little smoother for some community college students in Selma. Wallace Community College Selma and Auburn University Montgomery signed a collaborative transfer agreement Wednesday morning. School…
Two Pike County Schools Awarded Grants to Fund and Establish Pre-K Programs
More than $100, 000 will help fund and establish Pre-K programs in Pike County. New Life Christian Academy will be able to expand their existing program while Pike County Elementary will…
Warmer Weather Brings Scaly Visitors
Now that most schools are out and summer break has started, it's time to remember that with the summer heat comes a danger that may be lurking in your…
Possible Grand Jury Investigation into Gov. Robert Bentley
It appears that a federal grand jury is investigating Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley. The revelation comes after the U-S Attorney for the middle district representing Montgomery, George Beck recused himself…
Study: Going to Church Could Help You Live Longer
Going to church could help you live longer. That's according to research part of a Nurses' Health Study. Everyone has a different motivation to practice their own faith. Now…
Alabama Joins Suit Over Transgender Restroom Policy
Alabama and 10 other states are suing the Obama administration over a new directive about transgender students in public schools. The lawsuit announced Wednesday also includes Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Tennessee, Maine, Arizona, Louisiana, Utah and Georgia. The challenge…
State Troopers Warn Drivers About Safety
This weekend marks the unofficial start to summer, and with millions of people on the roads it's a busy time busy time for Alabama State Troopers. The biggest scare for troopers is traffic…
Anti-Transgender Hate Flyer Distributed by KKK in Alabama
Tuesday, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Alabama responded to reports of disturbing anti-transgender flyers being circulated in a Dothan, Ala., neighborhood. They appear to have been distributed by the Loyal White Knights of the Ku Klux Klan as a recruiting…
Woman Accused of Setting Fire to Her Mother's House
A 51-year-old woman has been accused of setting fire to her mother's house while the woman was still inside. Montgomery Fire and Rescue spokesman Sgt. O.J. Whiting says that 51-year-old Mary Marie Caldwell was arrested and charged with first-degree arson…
Geography Bee Repeat Finalist from Alabama
WASHINGTON (AP) - Ten of the nation's top young experts on maps, borders, culture and history will be competing for the title of National Geographic Bee champion. The final rounds…
Wetumpka Grads Remember 6 Deceased Students
The Wetumpka High School class of 2016 marched into the ASU acadome Tuesday evening. This day has been a long time coming, and they are ready to embrace it. "13 years, I'm…
Effort Underway to Bring Homeless Shelter to Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An effort is underway in the city of Selma to try and bring a homeless shelter to the area. Mayor George Evans is leading the effort to…
