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U.S. House Votes to Decriminalize Marijuana
The U.S. House has approved a bill decriminalizing marijuana and letting states set their own policies on pot.
Prattville Police Investigating the Theft of Five Trailers
Prattville police want to find the people who stole five trailers from the same location.
Lowndes County Deputies Searching for Missing Woman
The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding a missing woman.
UPDATE: Woman Dies at Montgomery Apartment Complex after Being Shot; Police Make Arrest
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that has left a woman dead.
Man Gets Life in Prison for 2015 Murder of Former Girlfriend
Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey has announced a man has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2015 murder of his former girlfriend.
Kickoff for 'Down to Earth' Campaign to Protect Alabama's Environment; Alabama News Network Wins Media Competition
The campaign is to help be the voice for agricultural stakeholders in Alabama to promote the sustainable practices that farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners are already doing.Â
People in Faunsdale Assess Storm Damage
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Marengo County town of Faunsdale -- was hit hard by the storm system -- that swept across the state Wednesday night. Residents were out Thursday -- assessing the…
The State of Alabama Receives a C- Rating for Infrastructure
The last time the Alabama report card was released was in 2015, since then there have only been a few areas of improvement in the infrastructure in Alabama. The overall rating for the state is a C minus, but leaders from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) say that the rating could be worse and they are looking towards improvement.
UPDATE: Second Arrest Made in Autaugaville Shooting that Killed One, Injured Three
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office says a second arrest has been made in a shooting that left one person dead and three injured in Autaugaville.
16-Year-Old Boy Shot at Prattville Home
Prattville police are investigating a shooting that left a 16-year-old boy injured.
Man Charged with Capital Murder, Attempted Murder in Auburn
A man has been arrested on two counts of capital murder and two counts of attempted murder in a deadly shooting that happened earlier this month in Auburn.
Biden tapping oil reserve for 6 months to control gas prices
The White House says Biden will make the formal announcement later Thursday in remarks on his administration's plans to combat rising gas prices.
EMA Officials in Lowndes County Assessing Damage from Overnight Storms
Lowndes Academy in Lowndesboro received minor structural damage.
Alabama Power: Over 30,000 Customers Without Power Statewide
Of those 32,000, there are approximately 1,000 customers in our area without service.
Montgomery Man Pleads Guilty to Robbing Regions Bank Near Eastdale Mall
A Montgomery man has pleaded guilty to robbing the Regions Bank near Eastdale Mall in 2020.Â
Alabama Senate to Consider Record Pay Raise for Senior Teachers
Alabama lawmakers have advanced record pay raises for experienced public school teachers.
Dallas Co. Officials Prepare for Severe Weather
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County EMA officials are urging residents to stay weather-aware during this latest severe weather event. A fast-moving storm system packing dangerous straight line winds -- is expected to…
Selma School Superintendent Avis Williams Taking Job in New Orleans
Dr. Avis Williams, the superintendent of Selma City Schools has announced that she is leaving to become superintendent for New Orleans Public Schools.
Alabama Power Truck Hit by Gunfire in Montgomery
Montgomery police have arrested a man accused of shooting at an Alabama Power truck while linemen were working.
Family Seeks Answers, Changes after Veteran Killed by Elmore County Sheriff's Deputy
The parents of a military veteran killed by a sheriff’s deputy say they want answers about what happened and changes to how police respond to a mental health crisis.
UPDATE: Suspect in Montgomery Shooting Turns Himself in to Police
Montgomery police say a man has turned himself in on charges that he shot a man earlier this month off Vaughn Road.
Pine Hill Man on Trial for 2016 Murder in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder trial is underway this week in Wilcox County -- in the 2016 shooting death of a Yellow Bluff woman. District Attorney Michael Jackson says 52 year old…
Local EMA Directors Advise Residents to Prepare for Severe Weather
Autauga county EMA director Ernie Baggett is warning all residents to ensure they prepare for severe weather. No matter if you live in a mobile home, apartments, or any type of home,…
Strong To Severe Storms Likely Wednesday Night Into Thursday Morning
Strong to severe storms are likely Wednesday night into early Thursday morning. We expect damaging winds up to 80 mph along with a few tornadoes.
