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Seven People from Chilton County Sentenced in Cockfighting Bust

Seven Chilton County residents have been sentenced in federal court after pleading guilty to running a cockfighting operation.

The Calendar Says December But It Feels Like Spring

We've eclipsed 70° already before 11am, and it's likely that most of the area will be near 80° by this afternoon. #alwx

Democrat Raphael Warnock Wins Georgia Senate Seat in Runoff

Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock defeated Republican challenger Herschel Walker in a Georgia runoff election Tuesday.

A New Initiative Aims to Bring Big Improvements to Selma

From West Alabama Newsroom-- Some big improvements could be on the way to Selma. The city is one of four in the country chosen for a special initiative. The Partnership for Equitable and Resilient…

Alabama Shakespeare Festival Completes $7 Million in Renovations

ASF is proving that small improvements make a great difference.

Pay It Forward: Karla Smilie Groves of Montgomery

Karla Smilie Groves has a heart for the homeless.

PSC Approves Rate Hike for Alabama Power Customers

The Alabama Public Service Commission has approved a rate increase for Alabama Power customers.

People Detained after Shots Fired on Ann Street

Montgomery police are investigating a disturbance on Ann Street that involved shots being fired.

Union Springs Man Killed in Montgomery County Crash

Alabama State Troopers say a Union Springs man has been killed in a wreck in Montgomery County.

Judge Dismisses Sex Abuse Charge Against Former State Rep. Perry Hooper, Jr.

Montgomery Co. Circuit Judge J.R. Gaines has dismissed the sex abuse charge against former State Rep. Perry Hooper, Jr.

Alabama Shakespeare Festival Presents It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

The story remains the heartfelt tale that has moved audiences for decades. A whimsical twist on a great American story about what It means to take care of one another, It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, Dec. 2 — 31 on the Octagon Stage presented by Alabama Shakespeare Festival!

Spring Like Warmth In December!

More spring-like conditions will continue this week, with some locations nearing 80° within the next few days! #alwx

Selma Superintendent Teaches Class at Selma High

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The superintendent of Selma City Schools stepped out of Central Office -- and into a classroom Monday. He says its a way to stay engaged with students -- and…

WATCH: Attorney General: "No Moratorium" on Executions in Alabama

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall held a news conference to say that there is "no moratorium" on executions in Alabama, despite Gov. Kay Ivey's call for a review of the state's protocol.

Some Clouds, Low Rain Chances, Very Warm This Week

Temperatures warm to near or above 70° in most locations Monday. Isolated showers appear possible amongst the clouds. However, most locations remain rain-free. For those that see rain, it comes in the form of brief, light showers.

Montgomery Police Charge Off-Duty Officer with DUI

Montgomery police have charged an off-duty officer with DUI and placed him on administrative leave.

Montgomery's Camellia Bowl to Host Georgia Southern, Buffalo

The teams are set for the 9th Annual Camellia Bowl at Montgomery's historic Cramton Bowl.

Mt. Zion Church Celebrates 67th Anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott

Mt. Zion A.M.E. Zion Church held a celebration to mark the anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott of 1955 and a commemoration ceremony for the founding of the Montgomery Improvement Association.