Pike Co. Schools to Decide Future of Old Shellhorn School
Shellhorn School in Pike County has been closed for nearly 30 years, but that hasn't stopped people from trespassing. The building was used for storage after closing but due…
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Alabama Justice Files Lawsuit over Speech Restrictions
A bench ally of suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore has filed a federal lawsuit challenging what he called the state's unconstitutional restrictions on judges' speech. Associate Justice Tom Parker filed the lawsuit Wednesday against the state's Judicial Inquiry Commission.…
Body of Boy Drowned by Gator Recovered Near Scene of Attack
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) - The Latest on search for boy dragged away by alligator (all times local): 4:30 p.m. Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings says searchers have recovered the body of a 2-year-old Nebraska boy snatched by an…
Central Alabama Veterans Receive Bikes
Veterans throughout Central Alabama have a new way to get around town. The VA clinic gave away bikes to formally homeless veterans. They say it's all thanks to donations from people across the…
Possible Passenger Railroad Coming to Montgomery
You might have another way to get around the state of Alabama, and that way is by train. It's all part of a new private passenger rail that's setting up…
Prattville Finalize Details for Independence Day Event
It’s almost time for the City of Prattville’s 15th annual 4th of July Celebration and patrons can expect that the holiday will definitely go off with a bang! This year’s 4th of July Parade theme is “Salute to Law Enforcement Personnel.”…
Committee Begins Impeachment Probe into Governor Bentley
A committee of lawmakers opened impeachment hearings against Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley, beginning a probe on whether there are grounds to remove the two-term Republican from office. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Mike…
Creek Walk Concert Series Kicks Off in Prattville
Music could be heard throughout downtown Prattville Tuesday night. The city kicked off the third annual Creekwalk Concert series. The band "Souled Out" performed as people brought their lawn chairs and enjoyed…
Selma Police Department Holds Promotion Ceremony
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Big changes are underway at the Selma Police Department. Chief John Brock is increasing the amount of senior staff on the force and seven officers have…
Troy University's Safe Zone Remember Orlando Victims
People across the U.S are mourning the loss of victims in the tragic Orlando shooting. In Troy, a vigil was held on Troy University's campus to remember this victims. People reflected in silence on the tragic event and also listened…
Bentley Forms Task Force Focused on Predatory Lending
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley is creating a task force responsible for identifying potential legislation that could help protect consumers from predatory lending. Bentley said in a statement Tuesday that he signed an executive order creating the Alabama Consumer Protection Task…
Prattville Teen Inspires Many in Viral Video
A Prattville teenager is being called an inspiration to many after a Facebook video she was featured in went viral. The video posted on the Facebook page Special Books by Special Kids…
Troy University Tuition Rises
Parents and students will soon see a tuition increase at Troy University. Last week the University's Board of Trustees approved the increase. Tuition rates will be $301 per credit hour. That's…
Lawyers for Bentley Seek Input Ahead of Impeachment Probe
Lawyers for Gov. Robert Bentley are seeking the right to cross-examine witnesses as a legislative committee begins an impeachment probe. The House Judiciary Committee will hold its first meeting Wednesday as it investigates if there are grounds to impeach the…
DA's Office Cracking Down On Unpaid Child Support
The District Attorney's Office is celebrating Father's Day in a unique way. It's called "Operation Support Our Children" and District Attorney Daryl Bailey says investigators are targeting 105 men and women seriously…
Mike Hubbard's Name Removed from Legislature's Website
Former House Speaker Mike Hubbard's name has been removed from the Alabama Legislature's website in the wake of his conviction on ethics charges. A jury convicted Hubbard Friday evening on 12 felony ethics charges. The felony convictions caused Hubbard's automatic…
Montgomery “Hams” Join in National Deployment
On June 25 and 26, thousands of Amateur Radio operators—commonly referred to as “hams”—across the country will be showing off their emergency capabilities on Field Day 2016. In past years the news has been full of reports of ham radio…
Some Residents in Alabama Urged Not to Drink Tap Water
On June 2, the West Morgan-East Lawrence Water and Sewer Authority advised the pubic served by the water system to stop drinking tap water until further notice due to the presence of potentially hazardous levels of toxic chemicals in the…
Entertainment Line-up Released for the Alabama National Fair 2016
The Alabama National Fair will be held in Montgomery, AL at the Garrett Coliseum October 28-November 6, 2016. As with last year, Ticketmaster will provide Fair Patrons with the ability to purchase pre-sale tickets online. Patrons will even be able to…
Exclusive: Maxwell AFB Preps For New Ways To Fight Terrorism
The events in Orlando and terror attacks around the world have a huge impact here in the river region on Maxwell Air Force Base. The air university school teaches new officers about the…
Local LGBT Community Holds Vigil for Orlando Victims
The names of the Orlando shooting victims were each read aloud. Each person attending the vigil was impacted by the tragedy in a unique way. "I have a lot…
Greenville Police Searching for Camellia Pavilion Vandals
Greenville Police are looking for individuals who vandalized the Camellia Pavilion and Greenville City Library. The Camellia Pavilion is where many meetings, parties, special events, and even weddings are held. "Countless people…
What's Next After Hubbard Guilty Verdict?
Mike Hubbard is maintaining his innocence and says he will be appealing. This--after the former Speaker was convicted by a jury of 12 out of 23 felony ethics charges against…
One Dead, One Wanted After Sunday Shooting in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Lowndesboro man is dead and a Selma man is on the run from authorities after a shooting Sunday in Selma. Police say 23 year old…
Exclusive: Tuskegee Band Director Remembers Orlando Shooting Victim
Shock and disbelief is how so many people are reacting to the mass shooting in Orlando that left 50 people dead including the gunman. But for those who knew the victims personally,…
