Montgomery man sentenced to two decades for fentanyl death
Lab analysis revealed that the pills sold to the victim were counterfeit and actually contained fentanyl, causing his death.
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Former Selma High band director facing felony sex charges
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A former Selma High band director -- has been indicted and arrested -- on felony sex charges involving a student. Twenty-seven year old Dante Wright is charged with school…
Dispute between elected officials moves forward in Lowndes Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Hayneville judge sets a trial date in a dispute in Lowndes County -- between the sheriff -- and the county commission. Judge Fred Bell dismissed the harassment charge…
Opelika man arrested in death of wife now charged with murder
Police say 54-year-old Spencer Tracy Bell was charged in February with elder abuse and neglect, as well as, domestic violence.
Security upgrades coming to Tuskegee University
In the wake of the mass shooting at Tuskegee University that killed one person and injured 16 others, Tuskegee University officials are making some changes to the way they provide security.
Republicans win 218 U.S. House seats, giving party full control of Congress
Republicans have won enough seats to control the U.S. House, completing the party’s sweep into power and securing their hold on U.S. government alongside President-elect Donald Trump.
Glock switches take toll on young Alabamians physically and mentally
Tuskegee University has cancelled classes for the remainder of the week to give students an extended period of healing after a mass shooting on Sunday that killed 18 year old La'Tavion Johnson and injured 16 others.
Elected officials in Dallas County take the oath of office
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Six elected officials in Dallas County -- officially began their terms in office Wednesday morning. Four county commissioners took the oath of office -- surrounded by family -- friends…
Trump picks Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general, Sen. Marco Rubio for secretary of state
President-elect Trump has chosen two Congressional members from Florida to become attorney general and secretary of state in his second term.
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson wins GOP nomination to remain in job, faces full House vote
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson has won the GOP nomination to stay on the job after getting an endorsement from President-elect Donald Trump ahead of a full House vote in the new year.
Montgomery County Commission swearing-in ceremony features new commissioner
A new member of the Montgomery County Commission has been sworn into office.
New men's prison in Elmore County to be named for Gov. Kay Ivey
The new men's prison that's under construction in Elmore County will be called the "Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex."
Republican John Thune of South Dakota is elected Senate majority leader
Republicans have elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune as the next Senate majority leader, who has promised to work closely with President-elect Donald Trump, despite differences the two have had over the years.
Trump makes a victor's return to Washington, pledging a smooth transition of power from Biden
Former President Donald Trump visited the White House for a nearly two-hour meeting with President Joe Biden and committing to a straightforward transition of power.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: 1.4 million Honda, Acura vehicles recalled
Federal investigators want to know what may cause engines in more than one million Honda and Acura vehicles to fail.
New statue in Montgomery honors memory of Congressman John Lewis
A new statue has been unveiled at the Equal Justice Initiative's Legacy Plaza in downtown Montgomery in memory of civil rights icon and Congressman John Lewis.
Driver charged after chase that ended with a crash and standoff in Montgomery County
A Montgomery County resident is facing charges after a chase that ended with a crash and a standoff.
New historical marker honors life of Montgomery leader Victor Tulane
A new historical marker has been unveiled at the corner of Ripley and High streets in Montgomery to honor the life of Victor H. Tulane, a prominent leader in city history.
Azzie Oliver sworn in as Montgomery County's first African American District Attorney
The courtroom was packed as Azzie Oliver was sworn into office by Circuit Court Judge Johnny Hardwick. One after another, judges and county leaders stood up to praise Oliver.
Actor Clifton Davis visits historic church in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Multi-talented actor, singer, songwriter and minister -- Clifton Davis -- is in Alabama this week shooting an upcoming television special. Davis is the celebrity host of Justice-Sunday -- a…
Eclectic, Shorter to get recreation grant money
Eclectic and Shorter are two of the towns and cities that will receive federal grant money to make improvements to recreation.
Judge delays ruling on whether to scrap Trump's conviction in hush money case
A judge has postponed a decision on whether to undo President-elect Donald Trump’s conviction in his hush money case, after his lawyers called for freezing and ultimately dismissing the case so he can run the country.
Congress returns to unfinished business and a new Trump era in Washington
Congress is returning to Washington following the presidential election, as President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda is quickly taking shape,
Train hits truck in Macon County; driver injured
A tractor-trailer truck driver has been injured in Macon County after a collision with a train.
