Serious Heat, Humidity This Week, But Also Some Rain
Afternoon temperatures peak in the mid 90s, but heat indices peak between 105° and 110° degrees area-wide
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Victim Identified in Montgomery Fatal House Fire
Assistant Fire Chief S.L. Cooper said the victim is 31-year-old Cynthia Driscoll-Delavega.
Man Shot and Killed on Upper Wetumpka Road in Montgomery
Montgomery police are conducting a homicide investigation following a man's shooting death.
UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Brundidge Murder
Brundidge Police say a suspect has been arrested in a murder investigation.
Inmate Escapes from South Alabama Prison
The Alabama Department of Corrections says an inmate has escaped from a prison in South Alabama.
$2,500 Reward Offered to Solve Montgomery Murder
Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a $2,500 reward to solve a Montgomery man's shooting death from 2021.
New York Fund Apologizes for Role in Tuskegee Syphilis Study
The apology and an accompanying monetary donation to a descendants' group were presented during a ceremony in Tuskegee at a gathering of children and other relatives of men who were part of the study.
Gov. Kay Ivey: Juneteenth to Be State Holiday on June 20
Gov. Kay Ivey has authorized Juneteenth Day — the federal holiday marking the end of slavery — as a holiday for state workers this year in Alabama.
Mental Health Court Added to North Alabama Judicial Circuit
A new mental health program is now a part of a north Alabama judicial circuit, augmenting other programs already in place aimed at addressing the underlying issues that may contribute to nonviolent criminal behavior.
Gas Prices: National Average Tops $5 a Gallon for First Time
The nationwide average price for a gallon of gasoline has topped $5 for the first time ever.
Man Injured in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police say a man has been injured in a shooting just off Mobile Highway.
Roy Moore Tries to Revive Lawsuit Against Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen
A lawyer for former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore tried to persuade federal appeals judges to revive a $95 million defamation lawsuit against comedian Sacha Baron Cohen.
Funeral Scheduled for Montgomery County Commissioner Elton Dean
Funeral arrangements for Montgomery County Commissioner Elton Dean have been announced.
Former President Trump Endorses Katie Britt for U.S. Senate; Brooks Responds
Former President Donald Trump has announced he is endorsing Katie Britt for U.S. Senate, after pulling his endorsement from Mo Brooks earlier this year.
Man Shot and Killed in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man has been shot and killed.
16-Year-Old Arrested after Chase on Opelika Robbery Charges
Opelika police say a 16-year-old faces charges after several robberies and briefly escaped after slipping out of his handcuffs.
Police Officer Related to Former SEC Football Coach Sylvester Croom Shot, Killed in Mississippi
Meridian, Mississippi, police officer Kennis Croom was shot and killed while answering a domestic violence call. He was a member of the Croom family of Tuscaloosa, which is well known in football.
Black Belt Community Foundation Awarding $208,725 in 69 Community Grants
The Black Belt Community Foundation has announced it is awarding $208,725 in grants to community groups in 12 counties.
U.S. Inflation Hits New 40-Year High as Price Increases Spread
The prices of gas, food and most other goods and services jumped in May, raising inflation to a new four-decade high and giving American households no respite from rising costs.
Man Convicted of Littering in Auburn for Decorating Fiancee's Grave
A man has been convicted of criminal littering in Auburn and ordered to pay about $300 for repeatedly placing boxes full of flowers on the grave of his fiancee.
Second Annual Montgomery Basketball League
This year will be the second annual Montgomery Basketball League, event is now under a new name, Roderic D Scott honoring the Robert E. Lee teen who lost his life in a car crash.
Sanders and Stewart Square Off in State Senate Runoff
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A political newcomer takes on a political giant -- in the race to represent the people of senate district 23. Selma attorney and former state senator Hank Sanders --…
3 Degree Guarantee: March of Dimes of Central Alabama Gets $1,550 Check
We are happy to give away another 3 Degree Guarantee check to a local charity.
Police Fatally Shoot "Potential Intruder" at Elementary School in Gadsden
A man accused of trying to enter an elementary school in Gadsden was shot to death by police.
13-Year-Old Boy Charged in Shooting Death of 3-Year-Old in Mobile County
Authorities in Mobile County have charged a 13-year-old boy with criminally negligent homicide after he allegedly shot a 3-year-old in the head while playing, killing the youngster.
