The Tallassee City Council has filed a lawsuit against mayoral candidates Jeanna Kervin and Trey Taylor contesting their residency in the city. Both candidates though, argue that they are completely qualified to…
As gun sales remain on a steady rise across the country, we checked to see how local gun sales are doing. At Tri-County Pawn Shop in Prattville, they say business is booming. Owner David Gentry says they usually see more sales…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Students in Wilcox County were back in class today for the first day of school. School officials say there are big plans in the works to help improve student achievement this year. They say advanced…
On September 25 of last year, a traffic light on Fort Dale Street stopped working. The light at the intersection of Fort Dale and Cedar Street had been an issue…
Lawyers for Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley are telling an impeachment committee that only the most egregious offenses merit removal from office. The governor's office submitted the filing on impeachment standards to the House Judiciary Committee last week as the committee…
Alabama News Network has confirmed that a man has drowned in Lake Jordan. Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin says Ned Terry, 31, of Eclectic had been swimming with another man around 2 p.m. when he drowned. Franklin says they were…
State Auditor Jim Zeigler says he is worried about any lottery bill that could come from the special session. Zeigler, who is pushing for the impeachment of Governor Robert Bentley says he doesn't want any of the governor's supporters profiting from…
Alabama State University's National Public Radio station - WVAS 90.7 FM - will present the second annual Nat King Cole Society Jazz Festival onSunday, September 4, at the Riverwalk Amphitheater in downtown Montgomery. The Jazz Festival will pay tribute to both Natalie and Montgomery…
ESPN sportscaster John Saunders, who has hosted "The Sports Reporters" for the last 15 years, has died, the network announced. He was 61. Saunders joined ESPN in 1986. He did play-by-play on various sports, hosted NHL Stanley Cup Final coverage…
It's official, summer vacation ends this week. School is back in session for students in Pike Road School. Pike Road School will see some changes this year. The school is adding 9th grade,…
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama says it is seeking an average rate increase of nearly 40 percent on individual health care plans offered in the federal marketplace. A company statement says the proposed rate increases are needed because of…
Montgomery Public Schools superintendent Margaret Allen welcomed students back to school at TS Morris Elementary on Wednesday. Allen gave students high five and hugs to the teachers and parents while encouraging…
Troy university's enrollment is up again and it's having a big effect on students looking for housing. Some students are having a problem securing either on or off campus. University officials say…
The Medical Association of the State of Alabama and the American Medical Association (AMA) announced today a partnership to develop and distribute a statewide educational toolbox designed to help reverse the state’s opioid epidemic. Alabama and Rhode Island are the…
Summer break is also over for kids of Pike County schools and Troy City Schools. Students of Troy City Schools headed back to class Wednesday morning. Pike schools started the school year Tuesday. For Charles Henderson High School, students are adjusting…
Alabama State Troopers were on the scene of an early morning wreck on 1-65 south bound near mile marker 186. A UPS truck that is overturned and other cars are involved. There were no injuries reported.  It was shut down due…
84-year-old Carlos Outlaw has lived in the Forest Hills neighborhood for over fifty years and is well known by many of his neighbors. Â He also is known for a popular…
Third party candidates are emerging in the race for the White house - as the election inches closer... But how will they impact the election? Third party candidates historically haven't gotten many votes. But they can influence how the election…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is facing ten years to life after pleading guilty to burglary and assault charges. Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson says Peter Le'Quach…
Imagine coming home after fighting for your country, and finding out you may have to relocate your family. One National Guardsman is battling his apartment complex to keep a roof over his family's…
Alabama's State Auditor, Jim Zeigler is calling on lawmakers to use the upcoming special session to bring an impeachment charge against Governor Robert Bentley. Zeigler announced his request during a meeting of…
A state senator is introducing a rival lottery bill that would allow electronic lottery terminals at state dog tracks. Republican Sen. Jim McClendon of Springville said Tuesday that he will introduce a second lottery bill in addition to the one…
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama tourism officials have announced that more than 170 restaurants across the state will soon be offering lunch and dinner discounts during the fifth annual Alabama Restaurant Week. The Montgomery Advertiser reports that the two-course lunch…
Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard is seeking a new trial, saying that prosecutors stretched the intent of the state ethics law when securing convictions against him. Attorneys for Hubbard filed the request Monday asking a judge to reverse Hubbard's…
The Montgomery Police Department has made an arrest in reference to a suspect wanted for Discharging A Firearm Into An Occupied Building. Investigators advise that 22-year old Laderrius Calhoun, of Montgomery, was identified through a CrimeStoppers anonymous tip. Calhoun has been captured…
