What the Tech? 15 Years of the iPhone
When Steve Jobs first introduced the iPhone in January of 2007, everyone laughed.
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Civil Rights Pioneer Fred Gray to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
The White House has announced that attorney Fred Gray, who has played a pivotal role in civil rights in Alabama and the nation, will be among those to be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Court: Greenetrack Must Pay $76 Million in Unpaid Taxes, Interest
The Alabama Supreme Court says Greenetrack must pay more than $76 million in unpaid taxes, plus interest, according to the attorney general.
Montgomery Man Sentenced for Regions Bank Robbery
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for a bank robbery at Regions Bank near Eastdale Mall.
Montgomery Boy Qualified for National Motocross Championship
He qualified in the top 42 riders out of 900 other racers for the Loretta Lynn Championship.
Alabama Bond Sale for Mega Prisons Falls $200 Million Short
Alabama officials said Thursday that they will move forward with plans to build two supersize prisons despite a bond sale falling more than $200 million short amid a volatile market and pressure from activists.
City of Montgomery Sees 34% Drop in Homicides So Far in 2022
So far this year, there have been 27 murders in Montgomery. This is compared to 39 murders in 2021.
Drive-Thru Food Giveaway Helps Feed Families
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The high cost of gas -- continues to fuel inflation across the nation. And as a result -- a lot of people -- continue to need a helping hand…
What the Tech? How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of "Smishing"
Smishing is not a new cyber scam but it is often successful due to how the crimes are carried out through text messages.
What the Tech? Why July 4 Is the Most Dangerous Day of the Year for Smartphones
July 4 is statistically the day of the year a smartphone is most likely to be damaged or destroyed.
Prattville Police Searching for Belk Theft Suspects
Prattville police need your help finding three suspects wanted in a theft investigation at a Belk department store.
Many Days With Elevated Rain Chances Still To Come
Temperatures reach the low 90s in any location that remains rain-free long enough Thursday afternoon. Ultimately, scattered to numerous showers and storms cool many locations back down during the afternoon or evening.
LIST: Local Fireworks Celebrations Planned Throughout Area
Here's a list of local fireworks celebrations happening in our area to celebrate Independence Day.
Alabama Cites Abortion Ruling in Transgender Medication Case
The state is asking a federal appeals court to lift an injunction and let it enforce an Alabama law that would make it a felony to give puberty blockers or hormones to transgender minors to help affirm their gender identity.
Biden Supports Filibuster Exception to Protect Abortion Access
President Biden says he would support an exception to the Senate filibuster to protect abortion access.
Vigil Held for 12-Year-Old Boy Shot and Killed in Montgomery
Friends and family are remembering 12-year-old Nelson Harris, who was killed in a shooting in Montgomery.
FedEx Celebrates $52 Million Expansion in Montgomery
FedEx is celebrating a $52 million expansion of its logistics center in Montgomery.
Jackson sworn in, becomes 1st Black woman on Supreme Court
The 51-year-old Jackson is the court's 116th justice and she took the place Thursday of the justice she once worked for.
UPDATE: One of the Two Bibb County Deputies Who Was Shot Has Died
One of the two Bibb County deputies who was shot on Wednesday has died.
Last WWII Medal of Honor Recipient Dies at 98
Hershel W. “Woody” Williams, the last remaining Medal of Honor recipient from World War II, whose heroics under fire over several crucial hours at the Battle of Iwo Jima made him a legend has died at 98.
Montgomery Abortion Clinic Reacts to the Overturning of Roe v. Wade
Alabama's abortion ban took effect Friday.
Garrett Coliseum Will Get $3.4 Million In Renovations
Tuesday night the Garrett Coliseum redevelopment authority announced they are taking the next step towards renovating Garrett coliseum.
Pine Hill City Councilman Charged with Menacing
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Pine Hill city councilman is facing a menacing charge -- after allegedly pulling out a knife -- during a heated council meeting. Brenda Blount of Pine Hill --…
19th Annual Tomato Sandwich Lunch in Celebration of Local Farmers
All of the tomatoes and corn at the lunch were grown locally and donated for the event.
Montgomery Man Sentenced to Life in Prison after Murder Plea
A Montgomery man has received a sentence of life in prison after pleading guilty to a fatal shooting.
