Selma Street Named in Honor of Dr. Bernard Lafayette Jr.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is renaming a city street in honor of one of leaders in the Selma Voting Rights Movement. Union Street -- will be renamed in honor…
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North Montgomery Area In Dire Need of Revitalization, Lower Wetumpka Rd.
Montgomery county commissioner Isaiah Sankey says he grew up in the Northgate apartments that we're once in North Montgomery. Today, they are abandoned, worn down buildings that add to the majority of that…
Lottery and Gaming Legislation Introduced in Legislature
On Wednesday an Alabama Senator introduced a comprehensive gaming package that would include casino style games and a state lottery.
COVID in Alabama Schools: Weekly Case Numbers Fall Below 500
The latest weekly Alabama Department of Public Health report on COVID in the state’s public schools show cases dropping by nearly half statewide.
UPDATE: Body Found Near I-85 in Montgomery County Identified
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office says the body that was found just off Interstate 85 has been identified as that of a missing man.
Alabama Senate Approves Allowing People to Carry Concealed Handguns without Permit
The Alabama Senate has approved legislation that would end the requirement for a person to get a permit to carry a concealed handgun in public.
Coast Guard Suspends Search for Missing Alabama Boater Last Seen in Orange Beach
U.S. Coast Guard officials say they've suspended the search for an Alabama boater whose vessel was found near a Florida fishing pier with its throttle engaged but no one inside.
State Inmate Killed in Prison Assault
An Alabama inmate serving life imprisonment after being convicted of murder in 1993 died in an assault at Donaldson prison in Bessemer.
Opp Man Killed in Coffee County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say an Opp man has been killed in a wreck in Coffee County.Â
Gas Prices Are On The Rise Again, Experts Say There Is No Need To Panic
The national average gas price according to gas buddy is around $3.60 per gallon and experts think it may continue to rise, but there is no need to panic because there are ways you can help drive the prices back down. There are two ways you can help lower the cost of gas in your local area, the first way is by conserving your gas, the second is price shopping.
Vice Presidential Visit Tightens Security at Annual Jubilee
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Vice President Kamala Harris will be attending the annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma this year. So, Selma Police and the Dallas County Sheriff's Office will be working overtime…
Only 2% of Teachers in U.S. Are Black Men, Valiant Cross Academy Challenges That
According to the National Education Association only 2% of teachers are black men and just 20% are people of color. Local all boys school, Valiant Cross Academy, has done a great job combating…
Buy Alabama's Best Food Products
The "Buy Alabama's Best" campaign urges people to buy Alabama made food products.
Alabama Senate to Consider Bill to Allow People to Carry Concealed Handguns without a Permit
Alabama lawmakers have advanced legislation that would end the requirement for a person to get a permit to carry a concealed handgun in public.
Alabama Bill Seeks to Ban Hormone Treatments for Transgender Youth
Alabama lawmakers have advanced legislation that would prohibit transgender minors from being given puberty blockers, hormones or surgeries to affirm their gender identity.
Greenville Man Dies after Being Hit by Pickup Truck on Interstate 65 in Lowndes County
Alabama State Troopers say a Greenville man has died of his injuries after being hit by a pickup truck on Interstate 65 in Lowndes County.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Make Homicide Arrest
Montgomery Police say they've charged a man with capital murder.
PHOTOS: Autauga County Deputies Searching for Two Suspects in Dollar General Robbery
The Autauga County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding two suspected wanted in the robbery of a Dollar General store.
Montgomery County DA's Office Honors Female Employees for their 3 Decades of Service
With March being Women's History month, the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office honored a few of their longest serving employees Wednesday afternoon. Jo Ann Dodson and Bessie Pace-Watkins were honored for serving over 30 years at the DA's Office. Both…
Montgomery County Deputies Searching for Woman Considered a Fugitive
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is searching for a woman who is considered a fugitive, who is wanted on a list of charges.
Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison for Wreck that Killed Ambulance Paramedic in Montgomery
Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey has announced that a man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for causing a wreck that killed an ambulance paramedic.
Dr. Autherine Lucy Foster, First Black Student at University of Alabama, Dies
The University of Alabama has announced the death of Dr. Autherine Lucy Foster, its first Black student to enroll and attend classes.Â
President Biden Speaks To The Nation In His First State The Union Address
6 days after Vladimir Putin sent his military in to invade parts of Ukraine, President Biden spoke to the nation, emphasizing the support That America, along with other NATO countries have for Ukraine.
Sec. of State: Coleman Ballot Question a Matter for Alabama Republican Party
Dothan businessman Jeff Coleman is still trying to get on the Republican primary ballot to run for the Alabama's 2nd District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. But the Alabama Secretary of State's office says it's up to the state Republican Party to decide.
Vice President Kamala Harris to Mark Bloody Sunday Anniversary in Selma
Vice President Kamala Harris is traveling to Alabama this weekend to commemorate Bloody Sunday.
