Salvation Army Helps Homeless Beat Heat
Cold water and air conditioning are things we can easily take for granted in the hot summer months. For those who don't have a place to call home, any relief…
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Potential Criminal Activity in Alabama's Finance Dept. Has FBI Involved
Gov. Robert Bentley asked the FBI for assistance after finding that several state workers in the finance department had unauthorized access to Alabama's criminal justice database. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency released…
Veterans Seek Corrections After Being Expelled Under "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Policy
Less than 8 percent of veterans expelled from the military under the "don't ask, don't tell" policy have applied to upgrade their discharges to honorable or strip references to their sexual orientation from their record. In the nearly five years…
Security a High Priority for Montgomery Gay Pride Event
Montgomery gay pride festivities begin tomorrow, but the big question is how will law enforcement protect event goers in wake of the Orlando shootings? The event is expected to attract vendors and…
Alabama Man Identified as Victim in Idaho Homicide
Police in Idaho have identified a man who was shot and killed in broad daylight. Nampa Police say 25-year-old Ricardo Keith of Alabama was shot once while driving as another vehicle passed him on Wednesday. Police have found the vehicle…
Civil Rights Activist, Rep. John Lewis, Leads Democrats on Gun Control
Rep. John Lewis, who shed blood in Selma, Alabama, for civil rights, sat shoulder to shoulder with fellow Democrats on the House floor as the leader of an extraordinary protest demanding votes on gun control. Instead of grainy black-and-white photos,…
CDC: Alabama and other Southern States lax on smoking laws
A new report from The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds there are fewer second-hand smoke laws and regulations in the Southern States, including Alabama, than in the rest of the nation. And the report totals the cost…
Local Immigration Attorney's Reaction to Ruling
President Obama's plan to spare up to four million undocumented immigrants from deportation didn't get approval from the Supreme Court. It's something immigration attorney Stephen NeSmith says is disappointing. "Yes,…
Sit-in Protest Over Gun Control Linked to Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two members of Congress at the forefront of the sit-in protest over gun control have strong ties to Selma and the Voting Rights…
Home Invasion Leaves Andalusia Family Scared
Marion Crittenden was having a normal Tuesday night at her home on June 21st. She and her family were getting ready for bed around nine, like always. "I mean, it was…
Preventing Summer Learning Loss
While kids are getting a break from the classroom, there are still many programs that try to prevent summer learning loss. Kids are participating in vacation bible school and garden initiatives.…
Senators Reach Deal on GMO Labeling
Senators have a bipartisan deal on labeling of genetically modified ingredients, a week before a labeling law in Vermont goes into effect. The top Republican and Democrat on the Senate Agriculture Committee on Thursday announced legislation to pre-empt Vermont's law…
Aeromexico Latest Airline to Suspend Flights to Venezuela
Mexico's largest airline says it has indefinitely suspended flights to Venezuela's capital due to the complicated economic situation in the South American nation. Aeromexico said in a statement released Thursday that passengers holding tickets may contact the airline for…
Decaying Body Found Impaled, Stuck in Warehouse Window
A body has been found stuck in the burglar bars of an Alabama warehouse. Al.com reports Birmingham police Sgt. Bryan Shelton says police received a call about a body in a window on Wednesday. Court VanScyoc, president of Cool Breeze…
Judge Rules Greenetrack Bingo Machines are Legal
A judge has ordered the state to return seized electronic gambling machines to Greenetrack after finding that the machines comply with state law. Circuit Judge Houston L. Brown on Wednesday gave the state 30 days to give the casino back…
Obama's Immigration Plan Blocked by Tie Vote at Supreme Court
A tie vote by the Supreme Court is blocking President Barack Obama's immigration plan that sought to shield millions living in the U.S. illegally from deportation. The justices' one-sentence opinion on Thursday effectively kills the plan for the duration of…
Lawyer of Death Row Inmate Continues Fight to Save Him from Execution
The U.S. Supreme Court says death-row prisoners must have "rational understanding" that they are about to be executed and why, but lawyer for an Alabama inmate say their client fails that test. A lawyer for 65-year-old Vernon Madison on Thursday…
Deputies Keep K9s Cool During Summer Heat
With temperatures reaching the upper 90's law enforcement is continuing to find ways to not only keep themselves cool, but also their four legged partners. Deputies use a K9 cooling…
Marengo Co. Pastor Indicted on Sexual Abuse Charges Involving Minors
A Marengo County preacher has been arrested on multiple sex charges involving minors. Authorities say Gregory Lucy, 59, was indicted by a Marengo County grand jury and arrested, on 5 counts of first-degree sexual abuse and attempted rape. Lucy is…
Democrats End 25-hour Protest to Demand House Gun Votes
House Democrats have ended their 25½-hour sit-in on the chamber's floor that they've been staging to demand votes on gun control. With just a few interruptions, Democrats commanded the House floor since 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. The protest was broadcast live…
Law Allows People, Businesses to Keep Epi Pens on Hand
Alabama Department of Public Health officials say a new law allows people and businesses to keep epinephrine injectors on hand in case of an allergic reaction. Department officials said in a statement Wednesday that a new state law allows people…
Citizenship Certificates Awarded in Downtown Montgomery
Fifteen people received citizenship certificates Wednesday at the United States District Courthouse in downtown Montgomery. It was an exciting and emotional day for many as they say their proof of citizenship opens many…
MPD Search for Memorial Day Weekend Shooting Suspect
On Saturday, May 28, at approximately 3:19 a.m. a Montgomery resident was shot while occupying a motor vehicle. The shooting occurred at the intersection of North Eastern Boulevard and Twain Curve during the Memorial Day…
Montgomery Prays for Orlando Victims
New details on the Orlando shooting are ever emerging, as are the messages of love and support from across the globe. Many religious denominations are sending up prayers and warm thoughts…
Old Depot Museum Hosts Rail Safety Event in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- June is Rail Safety Awareness Month and Alabama Operation Lifesaver and the Alabama Department of Transportation are criss-crossing the state holding events to spread the word. The…
