Prattville Hosts 6th Annual Touch a Truck Event
Prattville kids got to have a little fun in the 6th annual Touch a Truck event
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Riverbend Brewfest Held in Montgomery
A little rain didn't stop hundreds of people from flooding the Riverfront.
3rd Annual River Jam Kicks Off
River Jam 2015 kicked off at the Union Station Train Shed Friday night. Folks we talked to say they came to celebrate.
Bill Cosby Promotes the Importance of Education in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Actor and Comedian Bill Cosby wrapped up a two-day visit to Alabama -- Friday afternoon in Selma.
Thousands in Troy for Weekend Events
More than one thousand special olympians are gearing up to compete at Troy University.
Charity Walk Benefits Tallapoosa Co. Woman with Cystic Fibrosis
A Tallapoosa County community is coming together to support a young woman suffering from a life-threatening disease, and they are asking for your help.
Life-Changing Weight Loss
Obesity is an epidemic in the country, especially here in the south. In the Alabama News Network Extra, Life Changing Weight Loss, we introduce you to one Montgomery man who decided enough was enough.
Final FOCUS Group Meets with East Montgomery Residents
The city of Montgomery, along with the county, held its final FOCUS group they launched to help share information and services with neighborhoods across the city.
Bill Cosby Speaks in Prattville
Controversial comedian Bill Cosby was in Prattville today to raise awareness for education in Alabama's black belt region.
General Fund Budget Slashes Funding
House members have finally released their general fund and education budgets. As many expected, the general fund currently has no new revenue, leading to even more severe cuts.
Montgomery Looking to Build Strong Relationship With Small Businesses
Officials with the city of Montgomery say they are looking to build a stronger relationship with Small and minority business owners.
Goshen Softball Heads To State Finals
The Lady Eagles left Goshen with quite the exit, heading to the state championship tournament.
Alabama House Committee Approves General Fund Bill with Deep Cuts
A House budget committee has approved a slashed general fund budget with deep cuts to state agencies.
Alabama Senate Committee Approves Lottery and Casino Bill
A lottery and casino bill has cleared its first hurdle in the Alabama Legislature.
Graduation Plans Announced for Montgomery Public Schools
Leaders with Montgomery Public Schools have announced graduation plans for the system's high schools and how much money those graduates have collected in scholarship money.
Local Woman Creates Book to Fight Stigma of Mental Illness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when organizations work to bring awareness to those affected by mental illness.
State Labor Officials: Selma Surrounded by Job Opportunities
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The unemployment rate climbed slightly in Dallas County but labor officials say there are hundreds of active jobs available right now for people who want to work.
AHSAA High School Baseball State Championships
There's a lot of excitement about baseball this week in Capital City - as the AHSAA high school state championships are going on.
General Fund Could Skip Tax Increases
One of the biggest pieces of the house budget fix takes 50 million dollars in 'use taxes' from the education budget. But since the rest of the tax plan was put on hold Tuesday, lawmakers are pumping the brakes on this piece as well.
New Program Hopes to Save the Life of Teens
With summer being the deadliest season for teen drivers. One high school teamed up with Allstate to educate students on how to drive safely.
Macon County Jailer Faces Drug and Contraband Charges
A jailer is now on the other side of the bars after an early morning raid at the county jail.
Are Alabama's Pre-K Programs Working?
This school year, more students were enrolled in Alabama's pre-kindergarten programs than ever before. That's thanks to a major expansion of the First Class program, which included 100 additional grants for state schools.
Authorities Raid Macon County Jail; Jailer Accused of Giving Drugs to Inmates
More than 25 local and state agents conducted a raid on the Macon County Jail early Wednesday morning. Authorities say the raid followed a two month long investigation.
Troy Police Hold 37th Police Memorial Ceremony
A crowd in Pike County gathers to honor fallen law enforcement officers.
Selma Leaders Want Audit on Anniversary Weekend Tax Revenue
Selma city officials are asking for a state audit to determine why the city's tax revenue during the Bloody Sunday 50th anniversary was lower than anticipated.
