Dallas Co. Program Helping to Transform the Lives of Troubled Youths
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A program in Dallas County is transforming the lives -- by helping troubled young adults -- help themselves.
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Controversy over MPS School Board Announcement of Ross' Replacement
The Montgomery County School Board met for the first time since board member Beverly Ross passed away last week.
Voting Rights Icon Amelia Boynton Robinson Remembered in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma are mourning the loss -- and celebrating the life -- of voting rights icon -- Amelia Boynton Robinson.
State Sen. Clyde Chambliss Releases Budget Proposal
Alabama lawmakers are yet to agree on a budget and today one senator announces his plan to fill a more than $200 million hole in the general fund.
President Obama Issues Statement on Death of Amelia Boynton Robinson
President Obama has released a statement on the death of civil rights pioneer Amelia Boynton Robinson, who died at 104.
Civil Rights Pioneer Amelia Boynton Robinson Dies at 104
Amelia Boynton Robinson, a civil rights activist who nearly died while helping lead the 1965 Selma march on "Bloody Sunday," championed voting rights for blacks and was the first black woman to run for Congress in Alabama, has died. She was 104.
Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange Wins Re-Election Without a Runoff
Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange fought back four challengers to win another term in office Tuesday night.
Artur Davis Vows to Run Again for Montgomery Mayor in Four Years
Former Congressman Artur Davis may have lost the Montgomery mayor's race, but he says he'll be back.
Montgomery Voter Turnout Nearly 32% for City Races
Voter turnout for Tuesday's city elections in Montgomery was nearly 32%, according to city elections officials.
Montgomery Man Involved in Fatal Wreck in Chilton County
Alabama State Troopers say a Montgomery man was involved in a fatal wreck just south of Clanton.
Montgomery Police Investigate Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting in the Southlawn area of the city.
Federal Judges Want to See Potential New Redistricting Plan
Federal judges want lawyers for black lawmakers to come up with their own map for redrawing Alabama's legislative districts.
New Police Chief Makes History in Pine Hill
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The town of Pine Hill has a new police chief -- and the appointment results in a couple of historic firsts for the small Wilcox County town.
Voters Speak Out on Issues before Mayor's Race
Montgomery voters will head to the polls Tuesday to elect a new mayor.
Redistricting Fight Heads Back to Federal Court
The fight over redistricting is headed back to federal court. A three-judge panel will hear arguments Tuesday in Montgomery over whether legislators relied too much on race when they drew legislative district lines.
Montgomery Mayoral Candidates Race for That's My Child
The race for Montgomery Mayor has already been decided -- not at the polls, but on the race track.
Police Make Arrest in Opp Shooting
The Opp Police Department has arrested one man in connection to a Sunday morning shooting.
Avocado Carrying Semi-Truck Overturns, Closes Lane of I-85 North
One lane of I-85N was shut down after a semi truck carrying avocados overturns.
Rally Held in Camden for Answers in Police Custody Death
The Alabama chapter of the NAACP held a rally in Camden today, wanting to know more about the death of a man while he was in police custody two months ago.
Julian Bond Honored in Montgomery
A Civil Rights Pioneer is laid to rest. The family of Julian Bond held a private ceremony in Florida. But fellow colleagues and community members gathered in Montgomery to celebrate his life.
High School Football Highlights: August 21st
Highlights from around the River Region in the first week of high school football.
Selma City Councilman Calls Out Negligent Property Owners
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma city councilman is calling out the owners with unkept property in his ward.
Faulkner's Day of Service Across River Region
Faulkner University students, faculty and staff spend some time outside of the classroom today for a lesson devoted to giving back.
Fire Caused by Lightning Strike Destroys Marengo Co. Church
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A small Marengo County church congregation will have to find a new place to worship on Sundays after their church building is destroyed by fire.
Washington D.C. Pays Visit To Central Alabama VA Hospital
An important member of the national Veterans Affairs department paid a visit to the Central Alabama VA hospital. The hospital has had some trouble over the last year, with allegations concerning everything from long wait times to negligent staff.
