LIST: Local Fireworks Celebrations Planned Throughout Area
Here's a list of local fireworks celebrations happening in our area to celebrate Independence Day.
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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.
Tips to Keep Pets Calm During Fireworks
Tips to Keep Pets Calm During Fireworks
Mother of Alabama Veteran Held in Ukraine Speaks to Son by Telephone
The mother of a U.S. military veteran from Alabama who went missing after he traveled to help Ukraine in its fight against Russia has spoken with her son by telephone.
1955 Warrant in Emmett Till Kidnapping, Lynching Case Found; His Family Seeks Arrest
A team searching the basement of a Mississippi courthouse for evidence about the lynching of Black teenager Emmett Till has found the unserved warrant charging a white woman in his 1955 kidnapping.
R. Kelly Sentenced to 30 Years in Sex Trafficking Case
R&B superstar R. Kelly has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for using his fame to sexually abuse young fans.
Lee County Coroner Bill Harris Dies
Alabama News Network has confirmed that Lee County Coroner Bill Harris has died. He was 67.
Elevated Daily Rain Chance For The Rest Of The Week
Rain coverage increases with time Wednesday. Numerous showers and storms form across central and south Alabama during the afternoon and evening.
Catch a Tagged Amberjack in The Gulf of Mexico, Get $250 Reward
Anglers who catch one of the 750 tagged fish can call the phone number on the tag, give details about the catch, and claim a $250 reward.
Pike Road Gears Up for Annual Summerfest
Summerfest is from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on June 30 at Rolling Hills Park & Cottonwood Golf Club.
Tallassee Mayor's Final City Council Meeting
June 1st Mayor Johnny Hammock announced he would be resigning as the mayor of Tallassee. Hammock has served as mayor for the last six years.
Selma Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The defendant in a Selma murder trial -- pleads guilty to manslaughter. Fifty-four year old Sandy Rhodes of Selma was on trial for murder -- accused of killing his…
Fallen Officer Honored Through Bike & Toy Giveaway
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police are honoring the memory of a fallen police officer -- and giving back to the community at the same time. Golden Bike and Toy Giveaway -- honors…
Pay It Forward: Annie Rowell of Camden
For about five years, Annie Rowell of Camden has been making cards of inspiration for people in the nursing home.
