Salvation Army Needs Your Help
Major Walter Strong at The salvation army in Montgomery says their pantry is running low. While many donations at Christmastime go to help the Salvation Army all year long, they could definitely…
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Local Residents React After Recent Officer Shootings
Many people across the nation voicing their concerns on the recent officer-involved shootings. Alton Sterling was shot at a baton rouge convenience store pinned down by police officers. Philandro Castile was shot…
Demopolis Police Make Arrest in 2015 Unsolved Murder
On Thursday, July 7, after nearly a year long investigation the Demopolis Police Department Criminal Investigation Division has made an arrest in the Unsolved Murder that occurred back in October 30, 2015 that killed Ray Anthony Rowser and injured Jennifer…
House Approves Measure to Bar Women From Draft Registration
The House has passed a measure that seeks to bar women from being required to register for a potential military draft. By a vote of 217 to 203 Thursday, lawmakers approved an amendment that would block the Selective Service System…
Alabama Medicaid Cut to Physicians Will Endanger Patient Care
The Alabama Medicaid Agency and Gov. Robert Bentley announced a devastating cut to primary care physicians (pediatricians, family physicians, and other physicians) effective Aug. 1, which will make access to care more difficult for Medicaid patients and could force them…
Governor Bentley Takes Lead on Zika Preparedness
Governor Bentley has taken a strong leadership role in preparedness and prevention measures against a possible future Zika virus outbreak. Though Alabama has been relatively unaffected by the virus, Governor Bentley is urging state agencies, health care professionals and citizens…
NFL's Selma Native Michael Johnson to host Family Fun Day Saturday
SELMA, Ala. (mj93.org) -- Cincinnati Bengals defensive end and Selma's hometown hero Michael Johnson will proudly host his annual Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 9th, 2016 at Wallace Community College from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Fun Day…
New Leadership at Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base
There's new leadership at Maxwell Air Force Base. Col. Erik Shafa is the new commander over the 42nd Air Base Wing. Col. Shafa comes with a diverse military background that includes international affairs. The…
More than 1,000 Wendy's Restaurants Hacked; Stealing Customer Credit Info.
NEW YORK (AP) - Wendy's says hackers were able to steal customer's credit and debit card information at 1,025 of its U.S. restaurants, far more than it originally thought. The hamburger chain says hackers were able to access card numbers,…
Update: Minnesota Man Killed by Police During Traffic Stop
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (AP) - The Latest on a police shooting in suburban St. Paul, Minnesota (all times local): 2:50 p.m. A law enforcement expert says the Twin Cities police officer who fatally shot a black man should have delivered…
Ala. Court of Criminal Appeals Upholds Conviction of Crime Against Public Officials
Attorney General Luther Strange today announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals has affirmed the conviction of William Peter Witwicki for four counts of filing fraudulent documents against public officials. Witwicki was convicted by a jury on March 17, 2015, following…
EXTRA: Stopping Teen Violence
While students are on summer break, some are staying productive, but others are finding their way into trouble. Authorities say juvenile crime spikes during the summer months. It's an issue that's caught the attention of…
Government Workers in Alabama are engaged.
The Gallup organization has produced a study of state and local government workers to determine which state has the highest per-cent of workers who are "engaged" in their jobs. Alabamians who work in HR departments know the difference between engaged,…
The Latest in the Baton Rouge Police Shooting Involving Alton Sterling
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - The Latest on the police shooting of a Baton Rouge man (all times local): 10:10 a.m. Gov. John Bel Edwards is attending a vigil and meeting with federal officials for an update on the investigation…
Montgomery Police build relationships with Park, Walk & Talk program
Montgomery Police Officers took to the streets Wednesday afternoon in an effort to build relationships with the people they serve every day. The program is called Park, Walk and Talk. It…
Historic St. James Hotel in Selma Up For Sale
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- New ownership could soon be on the way to the historic St. James Hotel in Selma. The city council recently voted to put the property up…
Alabama Medicaid Program Announce First Major Cut Caused by Budget Cuts
Alabama's Medicaid program has announced its first major cut due to budget cuts. The Medicaid Agency announced Wednesday that it would end enhanced reimbursement payments for primary care doctors beginning Aug. 1. Medicaid Commissioner Stephanie Azar said it was a…
Pike County Residents Petition Against Restaurant's Beer and Wine Proposal
Members of a Pike County church are voicing their concerns over a new business coming near them. Smoking Skillet Cafe on Highway 231 in Brundidge is awaiting the…
Domestic Violence Agencies Across Alabama Receive More Funds
Seventeen domestic violence agencies across Alabama will begin receiving additional funds to provide services for victims. The Domestic Violence Trust Fund, which went into effect in January, will supply supplemental revenue for the agencies to provide shelter for victims and…
Alabama One of 13 States Trying to Block School Transgender Bathroom Order
Attorney General Luther Strange has announced that Alabama is one of 13 states filing a preliminary injunction to block the Obama administration's recent order that schools must allow students access to restrooms and locker rooms of their gender "identity," rather…
Governor Bentley to Head Alabama Team at Farnborough Air Show
Governor Robert Bentley is leading an Alabama delegation that includes top economic development specialists to the Farnborough International Airshow near London next week for meetings aimed at fueling additional growth in the state’s aerospace sector. Governor Bentley and a small…
More than 500,000 Hoverboards Recalled after Bursting into Fire
More than 500,000 hoverboards are being recalled after reports that dozens of them have burst into flames. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday that it has received 99 reports that the battery packs in the two-wheel motorized scooters caught…
Federal Government Looks to End Alabama Refugee Lawsuit
The federal government is seeking to dismiss Alabama's lawsuit over refugee placement after the failure of a similar lawsuit by Texas. A lawyer for the federal government on June 16 filed a notice of the Texas decision with the court…
House Fire on Rita Lane in West Montgomery
Fire units were dispatch at approximately 5:40 this morning on a structure fire in the 3600 block of Rita Ln. Upon arrival at a single story house was fully involved, and had burned through the roof. Units made a quick…
Montgomery ends use of speed car cameras
The City of Montgomery will no longer be using speed car cameras as of last Friday. The cameras were placed in empty police cars. If you were speeding past the police car,…
