New Air Traffic Control Tower Up & Running in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new air traffic control tower is up and running at Craig Field Airport in Selma. The new temporary tower for Advanced ATC went operational earlier this week. And…
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Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma Will Go On Despite Tornado Damage
Despite the damage from the Jan. 12 tornado in Selma, officials with the Bridge Crossing Jubilee say this year's event will go on as scheduled in early March.
Alabama Cattlemen's Association welcomes DYW contestants and host moms
The Preliminary Rounds get underway Friday night.
Wetumpka Marks Four Years Since Devastating Tornado
As people across our area start the recovery process from last Thursday's tornadoes, people in Wetumpka are marking four years since a tornado left part of their city in ruins.
What the Tech? Is Your Neighbor's Internet Faster Than Yours?
Your neighbor may have faster internet at lower prices than you do. Here's how to check.
Poarch Band of Creek Indians Chief of Police Passes Away
Reynolds became the Tribe's Chief of Police in 2016 after a 35-plus year career in law enforcement in Mobile County and for the city of Chickasaw.Â
What the Tech? Why January Is the Best Time to Book Your Travel for the Year
Travel experts agree that January is the best time to book any vacation for the coming year. Here's why.
What the Tech? Protecting Teenagers from Online Porn
A survey shows 73% of children 13-17 have watched porn online, and more than half say they first saw it by the time they turned 13.
Andrew Szymanski joins race for Montgomery City Council District 7
This year’s city elections for mayor and council are August 22.Â
MPD: Woman dead from gunshot wound on Gatsby Lane
Officers and medics responded at 12:20 p.m. to the 3200 block of Gatsby Lane Thursday.
Sunshine, Warm Thursday; More Clouds, Cooler Friday
Thursday afternoon remains mainly sunny, warm, and breezy. High temperatures range from the low to mid 70s. Meanwhile, winds remain out of the west at 10 to 15 mph with gusts over 20 mph at times.
WATCH: "Baby Jane Doe" Identified; Father, Stepmother Face Charges in Her Death
Opelika police say after nearly 11 years, they have finally identified the skeletal remains of a little girl who had only been known as "Baby Jane Doe."
Woman Killed in Wreck Involving Deer in Tallapoosa County
A woman has been killed after hitting a deer with her car in Tallapoosa County.
Sunshine Returns This Afternoon; Rain Likely for the Weekend
This weak line of rain is moving through the area, and will be exiting the state by noon. This will give us abundant afternoon sunshine, but rain will be back again soon... #alwx
United Way Offices Working to Help Tornado Victims
The River Region United Way, the United Way of Selma & Dallas County, and many others, including WAKA and Winn-Dixie, are working together to bring help to tornado victims in our area.
Tornado Donations Pouring into Prattville to Be Sent to Victims
A third load of donated items will be sent from Prattville to tornado victims in our area.
Attorney General Warns Tornado Victims to Beware of Repair Scams
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is warning tornado victims to beware of scam artists as they move forward in the recovery process.
Alabama Extends Time for Executions, Ends Automatic Review
Alabama has changed death penalty procedures to give the prison system more time to carry out executions.
Overcast Wednesday Afternoon; Strong Storms Tomorrow Morning
Isolated showers are possible this afternoon with overcast skies, but strong storms may impact the area tomorrow morning. #alwx
Isolated Showers This Afternoon; Stronger Storms Tomorrow
Isolated showers are possible this afternoon with more spring-like temperatures, but stronger storms impact us tomorrow. #alwx
Why Were Alabama Inauguration Celebrations Held on MLK Day?
Alabama's Inauguration left many in Montgomery questioning why the ceremony was held on same day as the Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday.
Pay It Forward: Eddie Brooks, Jr. of Uniontown
Eddie Brooks, Jr. is a Vietnam veteran and still serving through his barbershop in Uniontown, giving free haircuts to the homebound and taking people to appointments.
Brewbaker Motors in Montgomery Is Sold after 84 Years in Auto Business
Montgomery businessman Dick Brewbaker has sold his family's automotive dealerships after 84 years in business.
FEMA: 900+ People in Autauga, Dallas Counties Have Asked for Tornado Recovery Help
Federal, state and local leaders held a briefing on tornado recovery efforts on Tuesday afternoon in Selma.
Man Charged with Murder in Narrow Lane Road Shooting
Montgomery police have made an arrest in a fatal shooting that happened on Narrow Lane Road.
