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…
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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…
Pike County Family Loses Home in Fire
A Pike County family needs the community's help after losing their home in a fire that is believed to be caused by lightning. Fortunately no one was home at the…
Car Quality Improves Even as New Technology is Introduced
A national survey of new-car buyers found that reliability is improving for most automakers. The annual initial quality survey by the J.D. Power consulting firm found that the improvement came even as automakers roll out more new technology such as…
Ouch! Flu Spray Fails Again, Flu Shots Work Better
Government researchers say the nasal spray version of the annual flu vaccine didn't protect kids this past flu season. Health officials reported Wednesday that the spray performed dismally for the third straight year, while the traditional flu shot - the…
Uber Reaches Deal With Tuscaloosa; Service Could Start Soon
An agreement that would bring Uber back to Tuscaloosa has been reached, although the city council still must give final approval next week. The Tuscaloosa News reports that most city councilors support the ride-for-hire amendment that will allow Uber to…
Acting Alabama House Speaker Doesn't Want Job Permanently
Acting House Speaker Victor Gaston says he will not seek the position permanently. The Mobile Republican announced Wednesday that Gaston will not be a candidate for speaker. Gaston says he was grateful to the colleagues and friends who encouraged him…
MPD K-9 Unit Receives New Ballistic Vests
Montgomery Police Department K9’s Ares, Bravo, Kanon, Niko, Ace, Duval, Chico, and Leo will receive body armor will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. A donation in the amount…
Former Goodwater City Clerk Convicted on Theft of Property Charges
Attorney General Luther Strange announced the conviction today of a former city clerk of the City of Goodwater. Leslie S. Parker, 27, pleaded guilty to one count of theft of property in the first degree. The Coosa County Circuit Court sentenced her to…
Hyundai to Launch Santa Fe Sport SUV after $52M Project
Hyundai’s Alabama plant will start mass production of the Santa Fe Sport SUV this week, adding a third vehicle to the automaker’s busy Montgomery assembly lines. The launch is set for Wednesday, and the move will allow Hyundai to meet…
Two Alabama Women Arrested in Connection to Medicaid Fraud
U.S. Attorney George L. Beck Jr., Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange, United States Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch, and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell, announced today an unprecedented nationwide sweep led by the Medicare Fraud Strike Force…
