Mainly Cloudy, Mainly Dry, Very Warm Through Thursday
Rain coverage remains very low for the rest of the day. Although, the sky likely remains mostly cloudy. Despite that, temperatures warm into the mid and upper 70s.
News
Elmore County Opens New Black History Museum
The Elmore County Black History Museum is honoring those in Elmore County who helped pave the way for civil rights.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed Issues Statement Regarding Audio Recording
Late Monday, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed responded to audio recordings of him that were posted to the internet in which he used profane language in discussing several issues.
Selma Mural Honors Voting Rights Movement
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new mural is going up in Selma -- celebrating the history of the Voting Rights Movement -- and the foot soldiers of the movement. St. Louis mural artist…
Opelika Police Searching for Missing Man
Opelika police need your help finding a missing man.
Selma Police Investigating Murder
Selma police are investigating a man's murder.
Biden Declares "Kyiv Stands" in Surprise Visit to Ukraine
President Joe Biden paid an unannounced visit to Ukraine on Monday in a display of Western solidarity with a country still fighting what he called “a brutal and unjust war.”
Police: Nine Children Shot at Gas Station in Columbus, Georgia
Nine youths - including a 5-year-old child - were wounded after shots rang out at a gas station in Columbus, Georgia.
Lawsuit: Mentally Ill Man Froze to Death in Walker County Jail
A mentally ill man froze to death at the Walker County Jail, according to a lawsuit filed by his family.
Two Shot, One Killed in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and another man injured.
Alabama State University Hosts Honda's "Battle of the Bands"
Alabama State University hosted the Honda Battle of the Bands Saturday, showcasing some of the top college marching bands from across the country.
Austin Hill wins Xfinity Series opening race at Daytona
It wasn’t the Daytona 500, but Austin Hill gladly took the win.
Former President Jimmy Carter, 98, Enters Home Hospice Care
The Carter Center says the family “asks for privacy at this time and is grateful for the concern shown by his many admirers.”
Juvenile Injured in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a juvenile injured.
Alabama State University Making Nationwide History
Honda's Battle of the Bands is one of the nation's largest university based musical gatherings.
UPDATE: Student Accused of Bringing Gun to Redland Middle School Expelled
The student accused of bringing a gun to Redland Middle School inside a backpack has been expelled.
Selma to Montgomery March Actually Started in Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Bloody Sunday -- and the Selma to Montgomery marches are widely known civil rights events -- that changed the nation -- and impacted the world. But what if I…
Autauga County Schools Increasing Safety Measures
In the wake of several incidents where weapons have been found on campuses-- schools in the river region are taking steps to ensure student safety.
CACF Awards $121,000 in Arts and Community Building Grants
The grants went to 16 River Region nonprofits to provide them with funds they can use to purchase resources for their 2023 projects.
UPDATE: Pilots Killed in Black Hawk Helicopter Crash in Madison County Identified
The Tennessee National Guard has identified the two pilots killed when their Black Hawk helicopter crashed north of Huntsville on Wednesday.
What the Tech? Beware of Facebook Cloning Scams
Scammers know if they can trick you into believing they're a friend, they can scam you out of money, and the scams work. But how?
Opp Man Dies after Crash that Involved Brundidge Man
Alabama State Troopers say an Opp man has died of injuries following a crash that also left a Brundidge man hurt.
Code Red For Severe Storm Potential Thursday
Strong to severe storms appear likely across central and south Alabama Thursday afternoon and evening. All modes of severe weather, including tornadoes, damaging straight line winds, and hail appear possible.
Teen Killed in Dallas County Crash
A teenager has been killed in a one-car wreck in Dallas County.
Gun found inside backpack at Redland Middle
The school is secure and the administration and law enforcement are investigating the incident.
