What the Tech? See Alarm Clock Apps That Do More Than Just Beep at You
If the stock alarm clock on your phone isn't enough to get you going, these alarm clock apps are guaranteed to keep you from hitting the snooze button.
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18-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder in Prattville
Prattville police say they've arrested an 18-year-old on an attempted murder charge.
Selma Residents Share Their COVID Memories
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- This Sunday will mark two years -- since Alabama recorded its first case of COVID-19. Since then -- the virus has impacted nearly everything we do. Melinda Fancher of…
Montgomery Police Searching for Business Burglar
Montgomery police are investigating a burglary at a business and need your help to catch the suspect.
What the Tech? Police Say AirTags Being Used to Track People without Their Knowledge
Police departments across the country are getting reports of Apple AirTag trackers being discovered by people who had no idea they were being tracked.
Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges in Prattville
Prattville police say they've arrested a man on 15 counts of producing child pornography.
Historical Book 'Moments of Gold' Written in Honor of Tallassee High School by Alumni
Memories of the old school are being preserved thanks to a new book.
What the Tech? The Dangers of Free Public WiFi
It is one of the oldest tricks in a hacker's playbook, setting up their own WiFi network in a public place and snooping on any computer or phone that logs onto the "Free WiFi".
Workforce Summit Aims to Aid Industry in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Department of Labor and the city of Selma hold a workforce summit -- to help industries recruit and retain workers. Alabama Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington -- says the…
City of Wetumpka Plants Tree in Honor of 'Jelly Lady' on Arbor Day
This year, the planted tree was in honor of Wetumpka native Juanita Franklin Brand.
Permitless Gun Bill Passes Legislature, Gov. Kay Ivey Signs It
Alabama will become the latest state to allow people to carry concealed handguns without first undergoing a background check and getting a state permit.
Hundreds of New Jobs Coming to Wetumpka
A California clothing maker has announced it will open a facility in Wetumpka, bringing 557 jobs to the city.
Auburn Grad & Former DEA Agent Releases New Novel
Scott Nickerson is a local author who recently returned to Alabama after spending more than a decade with the DEA in California. Nickerson recently joined David Lamb on Alabama News Rising to discuss…
Annual Montgomery Half Marathon Kicks Off Saturday
The annual Montgomery half marathon and 5k race will begin Saturday, March 12th at 7 am. The race is expected to resemble a pre-pandemic race with participants starting the race with a gun shot. In 2020 the race was one of the first large scale events in the city of Montgomery to be canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Â
Lottery and Gaming Bills Advance in State House
Lottery and Gaming once again moving through the Alabama State House
Selma Tour of Historic Homes Returns with New Name
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A 46-year annual Selma tradition -- returns in a new way -- following a two-year COVID-related hiatus. After more than four and half decades -- the annual Historic Selma…
The Statewide High School Rodeo Starts March 11 in the City of Wetumpka
The High School Rodeo is coming to the City of Wetumpka and will have students from all across Alabama and the Florida Panhandle compete against each other.
UPDATE: CrimeStoppers Offers Reward in Woman's Stabbing Death
Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is now offering a $1,000 reward to help solve the stabbing death of a woman in Dallas County.
Tornado Storm Damage Reported in Barbour County
The National Weather Service reports tornado damage in Barbour County from the storms that passed through Central and South Alabama overnight.
Faulkner University Announces New President
Faulkner University has announced its new president.
Man Faces Arson Charge in Montgomery
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department says a man has been charged with arson in the second degree.
State Rep. David Wheeler Dies
Alabama State Rep. David Wheeler (R-Vestavia Hills) has died at the age of 72.
Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that's left a man with life-threatening injuries.
7-Year-Old Girl in Pike Road Calls 911 and Saves Mother's Life
Pike Road resident Egypt Henry is more than brave. She's a hero.
Woman Found Stabbed to Death in Dallas County
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Dallas County -- after a woman is found stabbed to death at Hidden Acres Mobile Home Park. Sheriff Mike Granthum says a family…
