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Julian Castro, Secretary of HUD, tours Selma Public Housing

Some city leaders are using the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March to highlight some very real issues going on in Selma today.

Distinguished Pioneers Awarded For Paving Way Of Voting Rights Act

Selma isn't the only city gearing up for a big weekend. In Montgomery, local and national leaders came together to honor some of the pioneers who paved the way for the voting rights act to become a reality.

Selma 50th Events in Full Swing

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Friday was the first full day of events at the 50th celebration in Selma -- and there was no shortage of things to do.

Alabama Conference of Black Mayors Visits Lowndes County School

On Friday, the Alabama Conference of Black Mayors stopped in Lowndes County. Students at Central Elementary School in Mosses performed for them, then took a tour of the school.

Weekend Road Closures

The following streets will be closed do to the weekend events.

Selma Events Kick Off With Jimmy Lee Jackson Play

Selma kicked off it's events earlier today with a performance commemorating one of the martyrs who died.

Hundreds Flock To Selma Mass Meeting At Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church

The excitement in Selma is growing the closer we get to the 50th anniversary of the voting rights March, but tonight people from all over the nation stopped to honor the past and look forward to the future.

NAACP Gala Commemorates 50th Anniversary Voting Rights March

Thursday night many people gathered for a special gala hosted by the Alabama NAACP.

Activity Increases as 50th Celebration Kicks Off in Selma

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's a noticeable increase in activity around Selma -- and people are starting to pour into the city to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the historic Selma Voting Rights Movement.

Rev. Jesse Jackson Wants More Than Just Commemoration Of Selma Anniversary

Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson joined state house democrats today to reflect on what this weekend really means. It's a big weekend, but Jackson and house democrats want to keep the events in Selma more than just a memory.

Will Crowds, Traffic Keep You From Selma?

Record-breaking crowds are expected to pour into Selma this weekend for the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. Could the crowds and extra security measures keep some local residents from going?

State Treasurer Stops in Pike Co.

In the third day of the legislative session, lawmakers are facing a gloomy budget outlook.

Troy Rescuers Help Two-Legged Dog from Dominican Republic

The Troy Animal Rescue Project is taking their rescue efforts international.

U. S. Marshals Capture Capital Murder Suspect Juan Daniels

U.S. Marshals capture Juan Daniels who was wanted for Capital Murder.

New Dates for AL National Fair

Changes are coming to the Alabama National Fair this year. Usually, the fair is in the first few weeks of October, but that will be changing.

Non-Profit Group Re-Enacts Selma to Montgomery March

The 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery march may not be until this weekend but some visitors have already re-enacted the 54 mile walk.

Petition Calls for Renaming of Edmund Pettus Bridge

A petition on change.org to Change the name of the Edmund Pettus Bridge now has over 150 thousand signatures.

Confusion Created by AL Supreme Court Gay Marriage Ruling

The legal confusion over gay marriage in Alabama continues to grow murkier after a ruling yesterday by the Alabama Supreme Court.

Charter School Bill Heading To Senate

Charter schools have already become one of the biggest issues so far this legislative session. Republicans have fast tracked the bill, which is almost ready to hit the senate floor.

City of Wetumpka, Police Dept., Churches Team Up To Build "Safe Home"

An exclusive story for you tonight -- the city of Wetumpka is teaming up with area churches to give you a safe place in case people fall on hard times.

Governor Delivers State Of The State Address

Today was the first day of the legislative session and the governor addressed Alabamians in the state of the state. He is promising bold changes this year.