From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The state of Alabama has the seventh highest percentage of physically inactive people in the country according to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control. And Dallas County ranks among the state's most inactive counties.
This week, Montgomery's main library branch is focusing on high schoolers. The boot camp lasts all week and gives students like Erica Gage a chance to interact with college professors and technology.
Late afternoon thunderstorms postponed several area Independence Day fireworks shows.
The City of Montgomery celebrated the fourth down at Riverfront Park on Saturday, despite the rain.
The victim of Saturday morning's shooting has been identified.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- In Dallas County, the 4th of July holiday centers around family -- and a few other words that begin with the letter F.
The legalization of same-sex-marriage is not sitting very well with some members of the clergy. Two Baptist ministers held a press conference at the state capitol Friday morning and they say the high court's decision is unconstitutional.
It's going to be a busy Fourth of July on the roadways. State troopers say the official travel surge starts at midnight and runs through Sunday.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A lot of people will be celebrating the upcoming Fourth of July holiday on the water this weekend. And that's why the US Army Corps of Engineers is offering a few safety tips to try and keep people safe.
Montgomery Police are investigating a fatal stabbing.
Flanked by a hearse, a wrecked car and a cemetary, law enforcement agencies came together with a serious message for Montgomery drivers. "Don't drink and drive," said Daryl Bailey, Montgomery District Attorney.
There have been a series of historically black church burnings across the country since the Charleston, South Carolina church shooting on June 17th.
Montgomery Police have charged 21-year old Markuise Flynn with one count of capital murder in connection with the fatal shooting of 24-year old Sanchez Freeman of Montgomery.
The chairman of the Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee says he's seeking professional help after his arrest on a charge of driving under the influence.
Controversy continues over pay raises for city employees. City council members say they did not authorize the raises, which were approved by Mayor Charles Shaw.
Senator Jeff Sessions made a trip to meet with some in Montgomery this morning. The packed room had a lot of questions about what's going on in the nation's capitol, but the biggest topic today was same sex marriage.
One local group is giving women and children a helping hand to get back on track.
Troy University is offering a crash course in learning Chinese.
New drop down barricades will be added to three separate railroad intersections in Troy.
Hyundai shut down production for a little while to take in the big moment. The 2015 limited edition sonata rolled off the line on a red carpet to a wave of applause.
Police in Georgiana need your help. They say someone stole an antique item from the Museum of legendary country music singer Hank Williams.
VA officials hope a new Montgomery facility will not just mean a new resource for veterans, but also help alleviate some of the problems inside.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police and the Boy Scouts of America are using the great outdoors to shape the leaders of tomorrow.
Alabama News Network is learning more about the city's latest homicide victim.
