UPDATE: New details released in chase, fatal crash on Interstate 65
ALEA has released more details about the chase that led to a fatal crash on Interstate 65 on Thursday.
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List of local 4th of July fireworks shows
Celebrate the nation's independence with fireworks shows happening in our area on July 1-4. Here's the list:
U.S. Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action in college admissions
The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down affirmative action in college admissions, declaring race cannot be a factor and forcing institutions of higher education to look for new ways to achieve diverse student bodies.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Announces 2023-24 Season
Alabama Shakespeare Festival has announced its 2023-2024 season featuring a world premiere among its six productions. In its 52nd season, ASF continues its mission of building community by engaging, entertaining, and inspiring people with transformative theatrical performances and compelling educational and community programs.
10 deaths caused by dangerous rip currents off Alabama and Florida beaches
A firefighter and two fathers who tried to save their children are among at least 10 recent victims of dangerous rip currents along Gulf of Mexico beaches from Mobile through the Florida panhandle.
Brundidge man killed in head-on crash
A Brundidge man has been killed in a head-on crash involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck.
Coast Guard says "presumed human remains" found in wreckage of Titan submersible
The U.S. Coast Guard says it has likely recovered human remains from the wreckage of the Titan submersible.
Delta flight lands in Charlotte without front gear extended
Passengers aboard a Delta flight got out using the jet slide after the plane's front landing gear failed to deploy as it landed in Charlotte.
Madonna postpones upcoming tour due to "serious bacterial infection"
Madonna has postponed her career-spanning 2023 “Celebration” tour due to what her manager calls a “serious bacterial infection.”
UPDATE: Arrest made after shots fired at Atlanta Highway Walmart
Montgomery police have announced an arrested after shots were fired at the Walmart on Atlanta Highway in Montgomery.
Selma residents brace for dangerous heat
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- High temperatures and humid conditions are expected to push heat indices into the triple digits. Therefore people need to know -- how to stay safe during the extreme heat.…
Maintain Cooler Temperatures Within Your Home During Extreme Heat
As temperatures rise, home HVAC systems may begin to work overtime. The last thing you want is your AC cutting out.
Airline delays and cancellations are bad. Ahead of the holiday weekend, they're getting worse
Travelers are already getting hit with delays at U.S. airports, an ominous sign heading into the long July 4 holiday weekend,
Extortion trial delayed until fall for suspect in Natalee Holloway’s disappearance
A U.S. judge on Tuesday agreed to delay Joran Van der Sloot's extortion trial until the fall to give him more time to prepare a defense or decide if he wants to enter a guilty plea.
Alabama prison system said nitrogen hypoxia not ready, despite comment by AG's office
The Alabama prison system said that it is not ready to carry out executions by nitrogen hypoxia despite a remark by the attorney general's office suggesting the untested method could be used next month.
Five accused of promoting prison contraband in Marengo Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Marengo County authorities arrest a Selma couple and their teenage son -- for allegedly smuggling illegal contraband into the county jail. Forty-five year old Eric Hare -- 39 year…
Valiant Cross Academy Seniors Receive Scholarships
Valiant Cross Academy is taking steps to ensure that their present and future graduating seniors have the tools needed to succeed.
Dallas County man struck, killed by minivan
A Dallas County man has been struck and killed by a minivan on U.S. Highway 80.
Alabama to get $1.4 billion to improve broadband access
The federal government says Alabama will be getting $1.4 billion to help bring affordable, high-speed broadband internet service to more parts of the state.
Vote to help name Autauga County's new school
The Autauga County Board of Education wants your input in naming a new school.
Ryan Seacrest will host "Wheel of Fortune" after Pat Sajak retires next year
The category? “Proper Name.” The answer? Ryan Seacrest, who will become the new “Wheel of Fortune” host after Pat Sajak's retirement next year.
Man shot on Carmichael Road in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Carmichael that left a man injured.
Meta launches more parental supervision tools for Instagram. Is it enough?
Instagram and Facebook's parent company Meta is adding some new parental supervision tools and privacy features to its platforms as social media companies face increasing scrutiny over their effects on teen mental health.
Gov. Kay Ivey calls legislature into special session to pass new congressional district map
Gov. Kay Ivey has called the Alabama Legislature into special session to approve new congressional districts.
Continued extreme heat and humidity this week
More hot and humid days are ahead with triple digits possible by the end of the week... #alwx
