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…
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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,…
SPLC Working to Assist the LGBT Community Healing Process
In the wake of the attacks in Orlando, organizations like the Southern Poverty Law Center are working to assist the LGBT community in their healing process. "LGBT people are by far…
What Should You Do During An Active Shooter Situation?
Local law enforcement want to make sure you're prepared for an active shooter. It's called the run, hide, fight method. Deputies say people across the state are unfamiliar with the tactic, but they…
UA Student Test Positive for Zika Virus
A spokesman for the University of Alabama says a student has tested positive for the Zika virus. Spokesman Chris Bryant said in an email, "Federal privacy laws prevent us from commenting on the student's condition; however, in the majority of…
Rule Aims To Ease Debt Relief To Students Who Were Defrauded
The Obama administration is trying to make it easier for students who have been misled or defrauded by their colleges to have their loans forgiven. The Education Department has proposed a new rule that lays out a clear relief process…
Appeals Court Sides With Boeing in Whistleblower Lawsuit
A federal appeals court has sided with Boeing and one of its suppliers in the whistleblower lawsuit brought by three ex-workers at the aircraft manufacturer's former plant in Wichita. The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals agreed on Monday with…
GM Introduces Industry-First Rear Seat Reminder
General Motors is introducing an industry-first rear seat reminder that warns drivers that they may have left someone behind. The feature is standard on the 2017 GMC Acadia SUV. The system monitors the rear doors. If either door is opened…
FBI: Orlando Gunman had Strong Indications of Radicalization
FBI Director James Comey says the gunman in the Orlando nightclub attack that killed 49 people had "strong indications of radicalization" and was likely inspired by foreign terrorist organizations. Comey told reporters Monday that Omar Mateen spoke with a 911…
Microsoft to Buy Networking Site LinkedIn for $26.2 Billion
Microsoft says it is buying professional networking service site LinkedIn for about $26.2 billion. LinkedIn, based in Mountain View, California, has more than 430 million members. Users can network with professionals, upload their resumes and search for jobs on the…
