A Union Springs mother wants answers after her son was shot and killed at a local nightclub a year ago. 35-year-old Kenyatta O' Neal was fatally shot at "Club faces" in Union Springs last May. Union Springs Police are still investigating…
Attorney General Luther Strange announced that the Alabama Supreme Court today removed Sumter County Sheriff Tyrone Clark Sr. from office, following impeachment proceedings this week in which his office presented evidence of grave wrongdoing by the Sheriff. “Justice has been served,” the Attorney…
The first day of school can be nerve-wracking, especially for new or returning students who may not know how or where to catch the bus. However, MPS has a tool to help make the process as smooth as possible. The annual…
Representatives of the USS Alabama Battleship Commission will visit Ozark this Friday, July 29, to address the Wiregrass Forum during its 7:30 a.m. breakfast meeting at Hoppergrass Restaurant. Long-time Battleship Commissioner Lee Allen Hallman of Tuscaloosa, Development Director Lynne Price and Executive Director…
During the July 25, 2016 Commission Business Meeting, the Elmore County Commission awarded the bid for the final component of the County's $38 million Blueprint 2020 Infrastructure Rehabilitation and Renewal Program that invested in county roads, bridges and buildings. The…
Recent state budget cuts made a big impact to departments like mental health, now advocates are raising concerns about the issue. Advocates came together at a town hall at the Montgomery Area…
Alabama's suspended Chief Justice Roy Moore is defending his January memo to probate judges regarding same-sex marriage. The state's Judicial Inquiry Commission has accused Moore of disrespecting the judiciary by telling judges the state's injunction against gay marriage remained in…
Kids Eat Free* at IHOP® Restaurants is back! Known for being the originator of serving freshly made breakfast at any time of day, every day, IHOP invites families to savor the last weeks of summer by spending time together at dinner…
Governor Bentley says he will call a special session of the Legislature to consider a constitutional amendment allowing a statewide lottery. He says he will travel the state first, to promote the legislation that would set up a vote by…
A Montgomery Public Schools teacher says she is being treated unfairly by being transferred to a different school. The school board held a transfer hearing today in the case. Monica McCord…
Melissa Wright is currently in Tutwiler Prison serving out her 25 year prison sentence. She was convicted in 2003 for attempted murder of her one year old daughter, Ashley. "At the time…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Clean up efforts are underway in Wilcox County after a train derails in the Kimbrough community. Officials at Norfolk Southern say seven empty cars derailed at about 9:30 last night. They say the rail cars…
Summer break is winding down for many Alabama students and one organization wants to make sure kids and parents get back into their routine. The Waker Foundation-a non profit organization…
Beasley, Allen, Crow, Methvin, Portis & Miles, P.C., has filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the family of William DeShannon Thomas, who was killed Aug.13, 2015, when the John Deere 4440 tractor he was operating unexpectedly jumped forward.…
The state auditor has refiled a lawsuit against Gov. Robert Bentley's effort to build a hotel and conference center at Gulf State Park. Auditor Jim Zeigler and state Rep. Johnny Mack Morrow, both frequent critics of the governor, filed the…
The city of Wetumpka wants to bridge the gap throughout its community. That's why city leaders held their first unity forum. Several members of Wetumpka and Elmore County aw enforcement were on hand,…
A fire that caused heavy damage to the historic Macon County Courthouse is being investigated as a case of arson. The Macon County Sheriff's Office believes the July 9 fire was deliberately…
August has been designated District 5 Clean Up Month and July is Clean Up Month for District 4. Residents can take advantage of special garbage and trash removal service during this time only. The City’s Sanitation Department will remove nearly…
With recent shootings at nightclubs across the country, many people are wondering what they should do if they are in a nightclub during a shooting. Lieutenant Randy Pollard with the Montgomery…
The Democratic National Convention is underway. But not without controversy. An email leak shows the Democratic National Committee chair favored Hillary Clinton. Political analyst says its something Bernie Sanders knew he…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- It's an ongoing issue in education that's affecting schools and communities throughout the state. School districts are dealing with an ongoing teacher shortage. Students across the…
The Greenville Butler County Library is almost ready to reopen its doors after a summer of renovations. The library has been largely untouched since it was built in 1992, and the…
A Georgia woman was shot and killed in a moving car traveling on Interstate 85 in Alabama. Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones says investigators are trying to piece together what happened in the early Monday morning shooting. Authorities were initially…
Governor Robert Bentley on Monday commended the Alabama Tourism Department for its work last week in New York City. The Tourism Department set out on a takeover of Manhattan. The marketing campaign involved several experiences that brought unique aspects of…
The Horseshoe World Competition is making its home in the capitol city for two weeks, and it's attracting competitors for across the globe. Over 900 people will compete in the event, and most…
