What the Tech? Why Are You Still Getting So Many Robocalls?
Last month, Americans received about 4.2 billion robocalls, which are about 140 million a day.
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What the Tech? How to Protect Yourself from Scams When Shopping in Online Marketplaces
With over a billion people buying and selling things on Facebook Marketplace, there are bound to be a lot of scams.
Alabama Seeks New Execution Date for Alan Eugene Miller
Alabama is asking a court to swiftly set a new execution date for Alan Eugene Miller, who had his lethal injection called off last month after multiple failed attempts to connect an intravenous line to his veins.
What’s Happening: October 7-9
There is a lot happening in the River Region this weekend. Savanna Sabb has more.
Sewell Announces Historic Preservation Funding in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Congresswoman Terri Sewell announces major funding to preserve historic structures at three sites around the city of Selma. "We in Alabama's 7th Congressional District are mere custodians of America's…
Montgomery Officials Reveal "Downtown Plan"
In August of 2021, work began on a new vision and action plan for downtown Montgomery.
Longtime WVAS radio host killed in Macon County accident
Marshall was a graduate of Tuskegee University and an Army veteran. He began his radio career in 1974.Â
Alabama National Fair Begins Friday
The Alabama National Fair will open Friday at 4pm. There are a few new vendors and rides this year at the fair. A new asphalt surface has also been added to the entire…
Montgomery Chamber releases downtown draft plan
Residents are encouraged to look at the plan and submit their feedback to the Chamber by October 31.
Andalusia Man Killed in Montgomery County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say an Andalusia man was killed in a wreck in Montgomery County.
UPDATE: Man identified in deadly shooting at Walmart in Enterprise
Enterprise police say there is no active threat to the public at this time.
Lowndes Co. Road Crews Return to Work
Lowndes County road crews are back on the job following a two and-a-half week strike over their wages.
Death of a Dallas Co. Jail Inmate Under Investigation
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An inmate at the Dallas County Jail is found dead in his cell -- now an investigation is underway to find out what happened? Sheriff Mike Granthum says 26…
Marion Police & SBI Investigate Stabbing Death in Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Marion man is dead -- and a murder investigation is now underway -- after a stabbing at a Marion apartment complex. It's the first murder committed in the…
Pay It Forward: Dale Braxton of Fort Deposit
This week's Pay it Forward honoree is Pastor Dale Braxton of Fort Deposit. He and his church serve the community through various ministries.
UPDATE: Opelika Police Arrest Suspect Wanted in String of Vehicle Break-Ins
Opelika police say they've now arrested the suspect in a string of vehicle break-ins.
What the Tech? How to Avoid a Facebook Marketplace Scam
Here's how to avoid a scam on Facebook Marketplace.
Lee County Man Sentenced for Sexual Exploitation of Two Children
A Lee County man has been sentenced for sexual exploitation involving two children.
County Music Queen Loretta Lynn, "Coal Miner's Daughter", Dies at 90
Loretta Lynn, the Kentucky coal miner’s daughter whose frank songs about life and love as a woman in Appalachia pulled her out of poverty and made her a pillar of country music, has died. She was 90.
Macon County Residents Speaking out against Bingo Machine Ban
Macon County Residents along with local officials met today in response to the Alabama Supreme Court's ruling to close electronic casino locations at Southern Star, White Hall and Victory Land.
Lowndes Co. Company Helps Address Sewage Problems
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Lowndes County company is helping to address some of the ongoing sewage problems -- that some people in the county are facing. SABIC -- a plastics manufacturing company…
U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Lawsuit over Alabama's Congressional District Lines
Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a lawsuit over Alabama's congressional district map, which sets up a new test of the Voting Rights Act.
Man Charged with Capital Murder in Montgomery Woman's Shooting Death
Montgomery police have arrested a man in a woman's shooting death.
Montgomery Police Make Murder Arrest
Montgomery police say they have made an arrest in an August 8 homicide.
Prattville Painted Rock Contest to Help Fight Hunger
Potential participants must pick up their blank rock from Julianne Hansen Fine Art and Pottery by 5 p.m. on October 8 to be entered into the contest.
