Bicyclist struck, killed in Tallapoosa County
An Alexander City man riding a bicycle has been struck and killed in Tallapoosa County.
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Alabama Forestry Commission: State Fire Danger Advisory is still in effect
With the cooler temperatures, you may be tempted to gather around a bonfire, but the Alabama Forestry Commission wants to remind you that the Fire Danger Advisory is still in effect.
WCCS hosts Manufacturing Day event at its Demopolis campus
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wallace Community College Selma hosted a hundreds of high students for Manufacturing Day -- at its technical training center in Demopolis. Students from a dozen area high schools…
Man charged with killing father in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office says a man is charged with killing his own father in Ramer.
Rosa Parks and Helen Keller statues unveiled at Alabama Capitol
Statues of Rosa Parks and Helen Keller have been unveiled on the grounds of the Alabama Capitol.
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile coming to Montgomery
An Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be rolling into Montgomery for the week of October 27.
What The Tech: How the elderly can protect themselves from Facebook scammers
During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Facebook’s parent company, Meta, is introducing new tools to help older adults recognize and avoid scams.
Convicted killer Anthony Boyd executed for 1993 capital murder
Convicted killer Anthony Boyd has been executed by the State of Alabama for a 1993 capital murder case.
NBA head coach and player charged in sports betting and Mafia-backed poker schemes
The head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers and a player for the Miami Heat have been arrested along with more than 30 other people in a takedown of two gambling operations that authorities say leaked inside information about NBA athletes and rigged poker games backed by Mafia families.
U.S. Senate rejects bills to pay federal workers during government shutdown
The U.S. Senate rejected bills to pay federal workers during the government shutdown, as many employees are set to miss their first full paycheck at the end of this week.
What's Happening: October 24-26
If you like pickles, there's a big event just for you, but if you don't, there's still plenty to do in the River Region this weekend!
Pike Road welcomes new McDonald's restaurant
After months of construction, McDonald's has now opened in Pike Road.
Montgomery church contributing to the fight against cancer
Montgomery's New Hope Missionary Baptist Church is contributing to the fight against cancer.
City of Montgomery honors new 911 communications graduates
The City of Montgomery is recognizing seven graduates who are now certified to be emergency 911 dispatchers and operators.
Federal Court in Montgomery forced to close on Fridays because of government shutdown
The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama has announced that it will be closed on Fridays until the federal government shutdown ends.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron enters lieutenant governor's race
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron has announced that he's entering the Republican race for lieutenant governor in next year's elections.
Montgomery police make arrest in fatal shooting
Montgomery police have charged a suspect with a fatal shooting that happened in August.
Selma man killed in multi-vehicle crash in Lowndes County
A Selma man has been killed in a crash that involved several other vehicles on U.S. Highway 80 in Lowndes County.
What The Tech: How kids are hiding secret messages to their friends
Here’s how it works: You type a message in Google Docs, email, or another document program and then change the color of the font to white on a white background. Then poof, it disappears. Students have been caught to sneak notes into homework assignments.
$50,000 Question: Should Montgomery's Mayor Need Council Approval for Big Contracts?
Calhoun and Szymanski sparred over the mayor's contract powers as they weighed oversight vs. efficiency.
City of Selma honors legacy & service of Mayor James Perkins, Jr.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma hosted a Civic Recognition Ceremony today -- honoring the legacy -- leadership -- and service -- of out-going Mayor James Perkins, Jr. Scores of…
Only on 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses races for Lt. Governor, Attorney General and Secretary of State
Our political analyst Steve Flowers is sharing his insight into what he believes will be some of the most competitive races in Campaign 2026.
Local political leaders address Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce
Three of this area's top political leaders have addressed the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce about key issues they are facing.
City of Montgomery holds breast cancer awareness walk
The City of Montgomery's Parks and Recreation Department has hosted a breast cancer awareness walk to mark the month of October being breast cancer awareness month.
Alabama death row inmate asks to meet with governor
An Alabama death row inmate set to die this week has asked Gov. Kay Ivey to meet with him “before an innocent man is executed.”
