What Does New Overtime Law Mean for Alabama?
President Obama unveiled a long-awaited plan that will make millions of Americans eligible for overtime pay. So what do Alabama business owners think about the new measure? The new overtime measure will…
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Alabama Department of Revenue Urges Taxpayer to be Aware of Phone Scams
Aggressive and threatening phone calls by criminals impersonating Alabama Department of Revenue or Department of Justice investigators is just the most recent threat to taxpayers on an ever-growing list of phone scams. As is the case with this recent surge…
Byrne Acts to Protect Alabamians from the Zika Virus
Congressman Bradley Byrne (R-AL) voted yesterday in favor of legislation to provide funding for combatting the Zika virus. The House bill provides $622 million in new funding to address the Zika virus. The funding is offset by leftover money from…
Montgomery is "Shrinking"!
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) - New Census data shows that Huntsville could be on track to become the state's largest city by around 2030. The data shows that more than 10,000 residents have been added to Huntsville since 2010. At that…
Selma City Schools Launches Summer Reading Initiative for Students
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma City Schools is launching a new summer reading initiative to try and encourage students to keep learning over the summer. Bundles of books, journals and…
SMCA Student Wins Big at International Science Fair
Almost every senior has a busy last year of school, but not many have last years like Eddie Strickland. Eddie is a senior at South Montgomery County Academy. He is graduating Valedictorian…
Gas Prices on the Rise
Gas prices are on the rise across the country. "Summertime is coming, gas is going up. Everybody might as well get ready," said Michelle Regan. Filling up at the Ann Street Entec, it…
Increase Fine For Parking Car In Yard
A warning for drivers and homeowners-- it'll now cost you more if you park on someone's front yard. The city council unanimously approved increasing the fine for repeat offenders. It'll cost…
Selma PD Search for Armed and Dangerous Robbery Suspect
The Selma Police Department is asking the public for help in locating Jamarro Marhshaye Bolden. Bolden, 34, is a 5'9", 164 lbs black male. He is wanted in connection with the burglary and robbery of several businesses in the Selma…
Troy Elementary Students Awarded by Achilles Kids Program
Several students at Troy Elementary school were recognized for their efforts in physical education. The ceremony was by Achilles Kids. It's a free program that encourages children with special needs. Troy University's Physical Education for Exceptional Children class, assisted in…
City of Troy Honors Fallen Officers
Dozens of people gathered for the City of Troy's Police Memorial Ceremony Wednesday. Officers and city leaders honored several fallen officers of the department. A wreath was placed at two memorial…
Kilby Prison Correctional Officer Face Felony Ethics Charges After Sting
An Alabama corrections officer is facing a felony ethics charge after officials say he accepted money from undercover officers in exchange for promoting illegal contraband inside a state prison. Court records show 30-year-old Rayshawn Blackmon was arrested last week. Authorities…
"Vehicle of Interest" Identified in Connection with Tallassee Mill Fire
The Alabama State Fire Marshal’s Office, ATF and the Tallassee Police Department have identified a “vehicle of interest” in connection with the Mount Vernon Textile Mills fire in Tallassee on…
Overtime Pay to Become Reality For More US Workers
More than 4 million U.S. workers will become newly eligible for overtime pay under rules issued Wednesday by the Obama administration. The policy changes are intended to counter an erosion in overtime protections, which date from the 1930s and require…
MPD Honor Fallen Officers
The Montgomery Police Department payed tribute to its 28 fallen officers and recognized the service of former and current police officers at the 2016 Police Memorial Day Service. Mayor Todd Strange joined Police Chief Earnest Finley in placing a memorial…
Renascence Giving Former Inmates a Second Chance at Life
Overcrowded in prisons is an ongoing issue in Alabama. One non profit called Renascence is looking to do it's part by giving former non violent inmates a second chance at life. Renascence is…
Jury Selected for House Speaker Mike Hubbard's Ethics Trial
A jury has been picked for House Speaker Mike Hubbard's ethics trial scheduled to start next week. The panel of 12 jurors and four alternates is made up of five…
Birmingham Follows Montgomery Lead
There has been a Family Justice Center in Montgomery since 2010. It, and others like it. are based on the first such center, begun in 2001 in California. All of them are authorized by federal law. Now Birmingham is starting…
EXTRA: "A Reel Deal"
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Committee Looks To Expand Magnet Schools In Montgomery
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Alabama Education Association Files Lawsuit over "Secret Meeting"
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Trump University Lawsuit Headed to New York's Highest Court
New York's highest court is expected to decide next year whether to dismiss a fraud lawsuit against presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump over his former school for real estate investors. The midlevel Appellate Division in March rejected Trump's request…
Valley Grande Man Convicted of Child Abuse
Jonathan Wilson of Valley Grande, Alabama has been convicted of child abuse. Wilson and his wife Tessie were arrested in 2014 and charged with aggravated abuse. Dallas County Authorities say the couple abused an 11-year-old girl. Investigators say the victim…
Inmate Found Dead at St. Clair Facility Identified
The Alabama Department of Corrections has identified an inmate who was found dead days ago at the St. Clair Correctional Facility.Inmate found dead at St. Clair facility identified Department spokesman Bob Horton said in an emailed statement Tuesday that the…
High School Students in Dallas Co. Earn Diplomas and Degrees
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dual enrollment programs high school students give a head start to a career by providing them with a short cut to a college degree. Dallas…
