Public Hearings Set for New Garbage Collection Plan in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Big changes could be on the way to the garbage collection process in Selma. The city has crafted a new plan to deal with an issue that has lingered…
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D.A.'s Office Hosts Second Chance Job Fair for Ex-Offenders
Former inmates were given a second chance Monday for a fresh start. The Montgomery County District Attorney's office teamed up with the Montgomery Career Center to host a Second Chance J0b Fair. Having a criminal background makes it more difficult…
ASU President Dr. Ross Signs Partnership with Ivory Coast University
Alabama State University is making big steps with an international university. ASU President Dr. Quinton Ross signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Universite Internationale Clairfontaine of the Republic of Ivory Coast. The President of the Ivory Coast University, the Honorable…
Two Civil Rights Pioneers Remembered in Alabama's Statuary Hall
The bronze bust likenesses of Amelia Boynton Robinson, a civil rights pioneer from Selma, and Pattie Ruffner Jacobs, the state's leading suffrage activist of the early 20th century, were unveiled Monday.
Alabama Hospitals Facing Severe Blood Shortage
The Alabama Hospital Association said the state is facing a blood supply crisis after the number of people donating blood has declined during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Montgomery Academy Holds STEAM Fest For The Community
Montgomery Academy held their annual STEAM Fest, allowing local children to experience learning in an exciting way.
Pike Road Hosts Annual Veterans Appreciation Ceremony
As we approach Veterans' Day, the Town of Pike Road recognized that the country we live in was not founded without sacrifice by hosting a veterans appreciation ceremony.
Nov. 22 Is Deadline for Four Million Federal Workers to Get COVID-19 Vaccine
About 4 million federal workers, from FBI agents to Bureau of Prisons guards to U.S. Food and Drug Administration workers, are to be vaccinated by Nov. 22 under the president’s executive order aimed at stopping the spread of the coronavirus.
Federal Appeals Court Halts Vaccine Mandate on Larger Businesses
A federal appeals court has temporarily halted the Biden administration’s vaccine requirement for businesses with 100 or more workers.
Biden Calls Infrastructure Win a "Monumental Step Forward"
President Joe Biden is hailing Congress’ passage of his $1 trillion infrastructure package as a “monumental step forward for the nation."
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Make Arrest in Fatal Shooting on Monticello Drive
Montgomery police say they have made an arrest in the fatal shooting of a man on Monticello Drive.
Crowd Surge at Music Festival in Texas Kills at Least Eight People
Authorities say at least eight people are dead and many others hurt after the crowd at a Houston, Texas, music festival surged toward the stage, triggering a panic.
Two Lawsuits Challenge Alabama's Congressional Redistricting
Two lawsuits are challenging Alabama’s newly approved congressional map, arguing it unlawfully dilutes the voting strength of African Americans with one majority-minority district out of seven.
ArtsRevive Hosts 2nd Annual Photographic Nights of Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma and ArtsRevive are hosting a photography festival this weekend -- that showcases the work of dozens of photographers from around the country. Los Angeles native…
Pfizer's Coronavirus Vaccine for Kids Arrives in Alabama
Alabama health officials say kids could begin receiving coronavirus vaccinations by November 6th.
Greenville High School Opens Student Run Coffee Shop for Work-Base Learning Program
A couple of Greenville High School teachers wanted to show students a work-base learning program. That's how the 'Thirsty Tiger' was born. The 'Thirsty Tiger' is an on campus coffee shop run by Greenville High School students. Students working at…
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Mentor Facility
Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity held a groundbreaking ceremony Friday morning. The fraternity is building a new facility geared towards mentoring young men of Montgomery. The previous facility needed to be replaced because of its age and cost for yearly repairs.…
UPDATE: Andalusia Murder Suspect Turns Himself in to Police
Andalusia police say a murder suspect has turned himself over to authorities.
3 Degree Guarantee: One Place Family Justice Center Gets $1,350 Check
AirNow Home Services and Alabama News Network are presenting another "3 Degree Guarantee" check to a local group.
Dothan Man Sentenced to Prison for Truck Bombing
A Dothan man has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for a 2017 truck bombing.
Family of Man Shot by Montgomery Police Officer File Lawsuit Against the City
A lawsuit has been filed in an officer-involved shooting in Montgomery.
What the Tech? Should You Shop Now for Electronics Because of the Chip Shortage?
A worldwide computer chip shortage combined with major shipping delays means many Christmas shoppers won't be able to find the items they're looking for and have them delivered before December 25.
What the Tech? Kids' Screen Time Growing at Alarming Rate
Researchers found that 12-13-year-olds doubled their screen time to nearly 8 hours a day as of May 2020, which doesn't include doing school work.
Pfizer Says Its COVID-19 Pill Can Cut Hospitalizations, Death Risk by 90%
Pfizer says its experimental pill for COVID-19 cut rates of hospitalization and death by nearly 90% among patients with mild-to-moderate infections.
