Camellia named in honor of Governor Kay Ivey
A delegation from Alabama’s “Camellia City,” Greenville, has announced that a new variety of Alabama’s State Flower, the Camellia japonica L., has been officially named for Governor Kay Ivey.
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Montgomery mayor outlines 2025 crime statistics, progress made in city
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has outlined crime statistics in the city in 2025 and the overall progress he says the city is making in many areas.
Montgomery police chief discusses improvements in department
Montgomery Police Chief James Graboys has addressed several improvements as he marks one year leading the department.
Montgomery restaurant owner speaks at city council in gladiator helmet
The owner of a popular pizza restaurant in Montgomery has appeared before city council to answer questions about tax payments while wearing a gladiator helmet.
Tuberville files paperwork to enter Alabama governor's race
Republican U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville filed paperwork Monday to officially enter the 2026 race for Alabama governor.
Jackson Hospital to receive additional funding from Montgomery County Commission
The Montgomery County Commission has voted yes to providing additional funding for Jackson Hospital, which declared bankruptcy last year.
Leeds robbery suspect arrested in Wetumpka
Leeds police say on January 2, they were called to the Chick-Fil-A on Ashville Road on reports of a robbery.
What The Tech: Day 2 of the Consumer Electronics Show
This is what CES is really all about. Not just massive booths and headline grabbing announcements, but smaller companies with big ideas.
Four people injured in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left four people injured.
Selma residents share their New Year's resolutions
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The start of a new year is a time when people look towards the future -- and set goals for making lifestyle improvements in the upcoming year. Making resolutions…
3rd annual Interfaith Service held in Montgomery
People came out to Immanuel Presbyterian Church on Vaughn Road to hear speakers from all walks of life.
Man arrested in Lowndes County murder
Brown was booked into the Lowndes County Jail and charged with murder and receiving stolen property 2nd degree.
Two men arrested in Montgomery murder for hire plot
Police say Tony Hawthorne shot the man multiple times in the 1200 block of Hugh Street.
River Region United Way helping families displaced by fatal apartment building fire
The River Region United Way is working with others in the community to help the people who lost their homes in the recent apartment building fire that killed three people, and you can help.
Columbus, GA man arrested in Opelika for child pornography and electronic solicitation of a child
On January 5, 2026, Don LeBoeuf traveled to Opelika, where he was arrested on multiple warrants.
James Graboys marks one year as Montgomery police chief
Tuesday, January 6, marks one year since James Graboys was announced as permanent police chief for the city of Montgomery. So how have crime numbers changed?
CAMPAIGN 2026: Andrew Sorrell changes mind, seeks re-election as state auditor
Qualifying is underway for candidates wishing to run in Alabama's Democratic and Republican primaries. We have already seen a surprise involving State Auditor Andrew Sorrell.
What The Tech: The Consumer Electronics Show begins in Las Vegas
The week at CES always starts with CES Unveiled, the event where the most unusual ideas show up first.
Selma police detectives investigate the city's first homicide of 2026
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma police are investigating the city's first homicide of the new year. A murder investigation is under in Selma after a man is found shot to death over…
Maduro says "I was captured" as he pleads not guilty to drug trafficking charges
A defiant Nicolás Maduro declared himself "the president of my country” as he protested his capture and pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges that the Trump administration used to justify removing him from power in Venezuela.
Tim Walz, Democrats' 2024 VP pick, ends re-election campaign for Minnesota governor
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president in 2024, is ending his bid for re-election as a fraud investigation into the state's child care programs and its Somali community continues.
YMCA of Greater Montgomery discusses the 22nd Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
This annual Day of Service honors Dr. King’s legacy by bringing people together to serve their neighbors.
Alexander City police investigating homicide
Alexander City police are investigating the first homicide of 2026.
What The Tech: A preview of the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show
For more than half a century, CES has been where some of the most important consumer technologies first appeared. It is also where a few very ambitious ideas quietly disappeared.
