Selma mayor James Perkins, Jr. tests positive for COVID-19
Mayor Perkins symptoms are mild and will remain at home over the next few days to rest.
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Ozark Man & Woman Sentenced to 60 Years in Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Child
On January 25, 2023, John Hason Bright, 52, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of a child and receipt of child pornography. On December 4, 2022, co-defendant Tiffany Diane Hughes, 34, received a 20-year sentence for the sexual exploitation of a child.
Montgomery Planning Commission Approve Proposal For 264-Unit Apartment Complex On Chantilly Parkway
This will be a "Class A" development with rental rates being around $1,600 - $1,700.
FEMA & SBA Open Disaster Recovery Centers in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two disaster recovery centers have opened up in Selma to try and help January 12th tornado victims -- get back on their feet. The Small Business Administration -- Business…
WATCH: Circuit judge orders Confederate monument in Tuskegee to be removed
Macon County Circuit Judge Steven Perryman issued the ruling in favor of the Macon County Commission.
Suspects in Baby Jane Doe case back in Alabama
Opelika police say Lamar and Ruth Vickerstaff were extradited to Opelika Thursday.
Jemison man sentenced to 85 years in prison for February 2021 rape
54-year-old Ronald Kaefer was convicted in September 2022 by a Chilton County jury.
WATCH: MPD arrests 22 in "Operation 20/20"
The 30-day crossover operation focused on getting guns and drugs off the streets.
Selma police chief Kenta Fulford placed on administrative leave
Mayor Perkins has appointed Tommie J. Reese, Sr., as the interim police chief.
Montgomery Whitewater "80%" Complete
According to Lead Engineer on the Montgomery Whitewater project , Scott Shipley, the project is around 80% complete, and on track for its Memorial Day weekend opening date.
Colder, Breezy Wednesday Night; Cool, Breezy Thursday
Wednesday evening and night turn colder, with evening temperatures in the 40s and overnight lows in the mid to upper 30s. Winds remain brisk during the evening and breezy overnight.
Sheriff Gets Help Housing Displaced Dallas Co. Inmates
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Jail is unusable after being severely damaged by the January 12th tornado. So now what happens to someone arrested for committing a crime? About 130 inmates…
FEMA opens Recovery Centers in Autauga, Dallas and Elmore counties
The centers are open Monday-Sunday, 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT daily
Donald Trump is reinstated to Facebook after 2-year ban
The company said in a blog post Wednesday it is adding “new guardrails” to ensure there are no “repeat offenders” who violate its rules.
ALEA Urges Passenger Safety
Nearly 16% of traffic fatalities are passengers in vehicles during a crash.
264-unit apartment complex proposed on Chantilly Parkway
The rezoning request is to change the property located next to the Walmart on Chantilly Parkway from B-2 to Multi-Family Residential.
Pike Road Town Council approves rezoning request for land on Vaughn Road
The council voted 4-1 in favor of rezoning the property on Vaughn Road.
Prattville police make arrest in June 2022 homicide case
Police say Travon Norwood was arrested on an outstanding murder warrant on January 24.
New Marengo Co. Sheriff Shares Top Priorities for MCSO
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's a new sheriff in town in Marengo County. Robert Alston, Jr. is now the county's top law man -- after serving six years as the Chief of Police…
More Details Surrounding an 11-year-old Opelika Cold Case
The case of Jane Doe is one that has truly touched the hearts of many and now after nearly 11 years of what seemed to be an unsolvable case DNA information has given it fresh hope.
Community Remembers Stephanie Stone
The murder of a Midtown woman has left the community reeling. Alabama News Network spoke with those who knew her best and remember her for her kindness.
Third suspect arrested and charged in death of Nakel Johnson
Two other suspects, 55-year-old Reginald Jones and Jonathan Hoover, were arrested in early January.
Suspect arrested in Coosa County murder
21-year-old Lei-Keston Ford, of Alexander City, was arrested and charged with murder.
REPORTS: Alabama OC Bill O'Brien to Return to Patriots
O'Brien spent the last two seasons as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach with the Tide.
Saint James Football Coach Jimmy Perry to Retire
Perry spearheaded the school winning its first ever football state championship in December 2022.
