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.
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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.
Alabama Supreme Court halts same-sex marriage
The Alabama Supreme Court is ordering the state's probate judges to stop issuing marriage licenses to gay couples.
Police Search for Clues in Union Springs Game Room Shooting
Two people are still recovering after a shooting at a Union Springs business.
Ride 2 Recovery Stops in Greenville to Help Veterans
There were some special visitors today in Greenville, all for a good cause.
First Day of 2015 Legislative Session
Lawmakers were 'gaveled' in for the 2015 legislative session at noon today.
Thomas Martin Charged with Muder of Eclectic Man
Elmore Co. Sheriff's office has charged Thomas Martin of Tallassee with the murder of 63-year-old Stanley Thorton of Eclectic.
Names Released of Family Killed in I-65 Crash
The Montgomery Police Department’s investigation into a fatal crash on Interstate 65 indicates a multi-vehicle chain reaction incident that began after traffic on the interstate slowed. MPD’s investigation of the 10-vehicle crash that killed three and injured seven Tuesday morning, March 2, is continuing.
Wetumpka Police Dept. Receives Body Cameras
The Wetumpka Police Department is using body cameras to make sure its officers and you are accountable.
