Police Make Arrest in Opp Shooting
The Opp Police Department has arrested one man in connection to a Sunday morning shooting.
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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.
Petition Calls for Parking Deck at Troy University
[gtxvideo vid="5q78TPfP" playlist="" pid="XiOflQdH" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5q78TPfP.jpg" vtitle="Troy parking”] With a new school year in full swing, it's been a bumpy road for parking on Troy University's campus. University leaders say increased enrollment and a new residence hall adding 400 students…
Cloverdale Eyesore Being Demolished
The apartments along the 1000 block of Felder Avenue have sat empty for at least the past year. Neighbors say they are excited to see them finally coming down.
Trenholm College Pres.: Internal Email Sent Out Saying Beverly Ross Died
Alabama News Network wants to offer a clarification to our earlier report on Montgomery School board member Beverly Ross.
Job Fair in Wilcox Co. Draws Hundreds of Job Seekers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- With unemployment numbers still high in some parts of the state -- the opportunity to find work drew hundreds of job-seekers to a job fair in Wilcox County.
Food Truck Pop Up Lunch Serves Hungry Folks Downtown
If you were looking for a great place to cure your hunger pains, downtown Montgomery was the place to be.
New Bookstore Coming to Troy Montgomery Campus
Troy University leaders announce multiple improvements to the Montgomery campus.
Neighborhoods Cleaning Up After Storms Rock Montgomery
Crews have been out all day in Montgomery cleaning up from last night's dangerous storms.
Power Nearly Restored to all Montgomery Customers Affected by Strong Storm
The strong storm that blew through the Montgomery area Tuesday evening left thousands of people without power .
WCCS Hosts Lecture Commemorating 50th Voting Rights Anniversary
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights movement continues on in Selma.
DA, Partners Work to Keep Kids in School, Decrease Suspensions
School is now back in session and Montgomery leaders are working to keep kids in school and out of trouble.
Gov. Robert Bentley Throws Endorsement Behind John Kasich
Governor Robert Bentley is endorsing Ohio governor John Kasich to be president of the United States.
Students in Dallas Co. Head Back to School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Students in the Dallas County Schools kicked off a new school year Monday.
Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard Gets Trial Delayed
A judge has tentatively pushed backed indicted House Speaker Mike Hubbard's ethics trial until a date in March that overlaps with the 2016 legislative session.
Remembering Julian Bond In Montgomery
Starting as a young activist, then moving onto the political scene as a Georgia lawmaker and eventual chairman of the NAACP, Julian Bond witnessed and helped shape the civil rights movement like few others. Many were saddened to hear of his death over the weekend at age 75.
Blue Bell Ice Cream to Return to Montgomery Soon
Texas-based Blue Bell Creameries say Montgomery will be part of the first phase in returning the company's ice cream to store shelves following a recall.
Gov. Bentley Endorses John Kasich for President
Gov. Robert Bentley has endorsed Ohio Gov. John Kasich for the Republican presidential nomination, saying he has the executive level experience and background necessary to lead.
