Alabama lawmakers vote to shield release of their personal information
Alabama lawmakers voted to include themselves as well as judges, law enforcement and prosecutors in shielding personal information from being released on public records.
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Former Wetumpka firefighter arrested on child sex charges
Wetumpka police say a former city firefighter has been arrested on child sex charges.
Prattville police need help finding theft suspect
Prattville police need your help finding a woman suspected of shoplifting from Office Depot.
What's Happening: June 2-4
This is a great weekend to get outdoors, with plenty of events happening in the River Region for you to enjoy -- especially if you like to exercise!
Legislature Approves Enhanced Penalties for "Criminal Enterprise"
Alabama lawmakers gave final approval on Thursday to legislation that could lead to lengthier prison sentences for felonies committed as part of a "criminal enterprise."
Senate Gives Final Approval to Debt Ceiling Deal, Sending It to President Biden
The Senate gave final approval late Thursday to a debt ceiling and budget cuts package before the fast-approaching government default deadline.
Montgomery Greek Festival returns this weekend
The two-day festival runs Friday and Saturday.
Multi-Million Dollar Expansion Bringing Jobs to Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dozens of good-paying jobs are on the way to Selma -- due to a multi-million dollar expansion -- at a tier-one Hyundai supplier. A $4.2 million dollar capital investment…
West's 3-run homer, Rogers' pitching help Tennessee top Alabama 10-5 in WCWS opener
Alabama will play in an elimination game on Friday against Stanford.
SEC to play 8-game conference football schedule in 2024; long-term model still TBD
The Southeastern Conference will play eight league games in 2024 when it expands to 16 teams with the additions of Oklahoma and Texas.
Fellow Montgomery firefighters holding fundraiser for injured brothers
The fundraising event will begin Friday at 4:00 p.m. in the parking lot of Ric and Mo's on Watchman Drive in Montgomery.
White House Says Biden Is "Fine" after He Tripped and Fell at Air Force Graduation
President Joe Biden fell on stage at the U.S. Air Force Academy graduation Thursday and the White House said he was “fine” after tripping over a sandbag.
Former Playboy Model Accuses Bill Cosby of Drugging, Sexually Assaulting Her in 1969
A former Playboy model who alleges Bill Cosby drugged and sexually assaulted her and another woman at his home in 1969 is suing him under a new California law that suspends the statute of limitations on sex abuse claims.
U.S. Senate Approves Bill Overturning Student Debt Cancellation
A Republican measure overturning President Joe Biden’s student loan cancellation plan has passed the Senate and now awaits an expected veto
Legislature Gives Final Approval to Lower State Sales Tax on Groceries
Alabama families could soon pay less at the grocery store after lawmakers Thursday voted to remove half of the 4% state sales tax on food.
GolfSuites to open new location in Opelika
The golf-based entertainment will be located in the The Landings development at the southwest corner of Gateway Drive, Highway 280 and I-85.
Tallapoosa County Deputies Seeking Suspects in Rash of Car Break-Ins
The Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s office needs your help finding the suspects in several car break-ins in Dadeville.
UPDATE: Police Make Arrest in Montgomery Murder
Montgomery police have made an arrest in a homicide from last month.
Traffic Stop Leads to Foot Chase in Elmore County
A traffic stop Thursday morning in Elmore County led to a foot chase, according to ALEA.
Russell County Deputies Fatally Shoot Man Who Fired at Utility Worker
Russell County Sheriff's deputies fatally shot a man who earlier had fired a gun at a utility worker trying to shut off his water, authorities said.
i-Team: 2020 Unsolved Murder of Keshon Gardner
Keshon Gardner was shot and killed in broad daylight on Sunday, June 28, 2020, on Oakleigh Road in Montgomery.
Homecoming celebration held for injured Montgomery firefighter
On-duty personnel from Station 12, along with his immediate and Fire/Rescue family, were on hand to greet Capt. Crenshaw.
Committee cuts proposal to exempt overtime pay from income tax
The exemption would end in three years unless extended by lawmakers.
Alabama lawmakers poised to cut sales tax on food in half
Lawmakers are aiming to give final approval to the bill on Thursday.
Lawmakers approve expansion of private school scholarship program
The measure now goes to Gov. Kay Ivey.
