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CAMPAIGN 2026: Former Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell running for attorney general
Former Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell has announced his campaign for attorney general.
Man arrested in Lee County homicide
The incident happened around 7:18 p.m. Sunday in the 100 block of Lee Road 685 N., just east of Opelika.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate announces run for lieutenant governor
Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate is joining the list of candidates running for lieutenant governor.
Sen. Tuberville announces 21 Alabamians appointed to U.S. service academies
Four of the 21 students are from our area.
Victims identified in Montgomery fatal crash
The two-vehicle accident happened around 2:45 a.m. Sunday at the intersection of Madison Avenue and Hopper Street.
What the Tech: TSA issues warning about using free airport charging stations
TSA is warning you of the risks involving free charging stations at airports and in other places.
Montgomery Fire Chief Miford Jordan announces retirement
Montgomery Fire Chief Miford Jordan has announced his retirement, effective August 1.
FBI: Eight injured in Colorado by man with flamethrower who yelled "Free Palestine"
A man using a makeshift flamethrower is accused of yelling “Free Palestine” and attacking a group in Boulder, Colorado, that had assembled to raise attention for Israeli hostages in Gaza.
Three Dead, One Seriously Injured in Separate Weekend Crashes in Montgomery
Investigations into all three incidents are ongoing.
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Board President Responds to Mayor's Public Attack Over Governance Dispute
"Concerns over current operations are ‘manufactured' – just because certain city officials keep saying that the City Museum Board and Association Board are 'operating illegally’ does not make it so."
Community Gathers in Pink to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness at Woodmere Park
Attendees of all ages learned about the importance of regular self-exams and early detection.
Grillers Compete at 11th Annual Burger Wars in Downtown Opelika
Food lovers sampled dozens of burgers and voted for the coveted “crowd favorite” title at Burger Wars.
Craig Waller announces bid to be next Greenville mayor
Craig Waller publicly announces his run for Greenville's next mayor at a free crawfish boil in Greenville.
Safe from the Storm: How to help your roof withstand a hurricane
Hurricanes can bring roof damage, even inland in our part of Alabama. Here is how you can make sure you don't lose your roof when winds are close to or above hurricane force.
Mother Still Seeks Justice Five Years After Her Son Was Gunned Down in Montgomery
Grieving mother Mollie Gardner feels alone in her fight to find her son's killer five years after he was gunned down in Montgomery.
May Day event raises money for new community center in Minter
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County community of Minter hosts its annual May Day Celebration this weekend. The event helps to raise money for the effort to build a new community center…
Metro Area Crime Suppression Unit releases new data
The Metro Area Crime Suppression Unit, or MACS, has released new data on fighting crime in the area.
Loretta Swit, Emmy-winner who played Maj. Houlihan on pioneering series 'M.A.S.H.,' has died at 87
Publicist Harlan Boll says Swit died Friday at her home in New York City, likely from natural causes.
Sylacauga man charged in Alexander City murder
The shooting happened on May 26 in the 400 block of Oak Street West.
More rain and thunderstorms in some areas today
Severe storms will be possible again, especially south and east of Montgomery
Five Montgomery teens arrested on multiple charges, including theft
Auburn police say the five arrested come after they received theft reports on May 28 from two businesses in the 700 block of East Glenn Avenue and in the 300 block of South College Street.
Safe from the Storm: Remembering 1995 Hurricane Opal's destruction throughout Alabama
1995's Hurricane Opal is proof that destruction can happen hundreds of miles from the Gulf coast, including in Montgomery and northward.
University of Alabama unveils new license plate featuring classic logo
Starting June 1, fans can upgrade their current tag or purchase a new one.
Selma-Dallas Co. Public Library preps for summer reading program
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- As the school year comes to a close in the Selma-Dallas County area -- the public library is gearing up to host another busy summer. The annual Sensational Selma…
