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Learning on empty, that's what about 50% percent of Alabama students would be doing if it weren't for the free or reduced lunch program. The number is even higher in Montgomery County at…
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Shooting in Millbrook Leaves One Man Dead, Another in Critical Condition
Millbrook police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and another in critical condition. Police are searching for a third person who is on the run.
Biden to Keep Aug. 31 Deadline to Get Out of Afghanistan
President Joe Biden says he will stick with his Aug. 31 deadline for finishing a U.S.-led evacuation of Americans, at-risk Afghans and others from Afghanistan.
Montgomery Middle School Placed on Brief Lockdown
An anonymous tip led to a brief lockdown at a Montgomery middle school on Tuesday.
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospital Statistics for Tuesday, Aug. 24
The Alabama Hospital Association has released statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19.
Herschel Walker Files Paperwork to Run as Republican for U.S. Senate in Georgia
Georgia football legend Herschel Walker has filed paperwork to enter the U.S. Senate race in Georgia after months of speculation.
Smiths Station High School Becomes the Latest Lee County School to Go Virtual
Smiths Station High School becomes the latest school in the Lee County school system to switch students to virtual learning.
LSU to Require COVID-19 Vaccine or Negative Test to Attend Games at Tiger Stadium
LSU says it will require all football fans who want to attend games at Tiger Stadium who are 12 years of age and older to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to entry.
Opelika Man Hospitalized another in Custody after Early Morning Shooting
A man has been hospitalized after a non-life-threatening gunshot wound early Tuesday morning. According to Opelika Police, at 1:36 a.m. they received calls of gunshots in the 2200 Block of Star Street. There police found the suspect barricaded in a…
Burglary Suspect Arrested After Barricading Himself Inside a Home
A man is in custody after barricading himself inside a Montgomery home during an attempted burglary Monday evening. The incident happened in the 3500 block of Pelzer Avenue. Montgomery Police…
Nine Women Now Serving as Governors in US, Tying a Record
Taking over on short notice for a scandal-plagued predecessor in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul began her tenure Tuesday with more than enough challenges for a new administration. She also began with a historic…
Inmate Accused of Escaping from Sheffield Jail is Recaptured
SHEFFIELD, Ala. (AP) — An inmate accused of escaping from jail in May has been recaptured, police said. Officers took Brett Cockrell into custody after a short foot chase, Sheffield police said Sunday. Police say he had escaped from the…
Convention Center Explosion Rocks Selma City Hall
An explosion at the Convention Center in downtown Selma caused major damage to the building and rocked City Hall.
Governor Ivey Helps Kick Off AFA "Lucy Tour" in Lowndes Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Alabama Forestry Association "Lucy Tour" is geared to encourage students to read -- as well as -- educate them about the importance of the forestry industry. Jackson Steele…
Alabama #4 in U.S. in New COVID-19 Cases
Alabama now ranks fourth in the country for the most new COVID-19 cases per capita.
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospital Statistics for Monday, Aug. 23
The Alabama Hospital Association has released statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19.
Opelika Police Searching for Catalytic Converter Thieves
A huge increase in thefts of catalytic converters has hit Alabama and the nation. Central Alabama CrimeStoppers has reported on this crime numerous times in recent months.
U.S. Military to Require COVID-19 Vaccine; President Biden Wants Employers to Do the Same
The Pentagon says it will require service members to receive the COVID-19 vaccine now that the Pfizer vaccine has received full approval from the Food and Drug Administration.
Proud Boys leader who burned BLM flag gets 5 months in jail
FILE - In this Aug. 17, 2019, file photo, Proud Boys chairman Enrique Tarrio rallies in Portland, Ore. Outside pressures and internal strife are roiling two far-right extremist groups after members were charged in the attack…
Second Man Charged with Capital Murder in Montgomery Shooting That Left One Dead, Three Injured
Montgomery police have charged a second man with capital murder in a July shooting that left one person dead and three others injured.
5 Points Deli in Cloverdale Closes After Ceiling Collapses
A Montgomery area restaurant is having to close its doors for now after the ceiling collapsed. Owners at the 5 Points Deli & Grill in Cloverdale said the plaster above the lay-in ceiling of the restaurant fell on Sunday. The…
Up to $50,000 Reward Offered in Robbery of Postal Worker in Montgomery
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $50,000 to solve the robbery of a postal worker in Montgomery.
FDA Gives Full Approval to Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
The U.S. has given full approval to the COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer.
Man Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway in Hoover
HOOVER, Ala. (AP) — A 27-year-old man was killed in a head-on crash on an Alabama highway. Sergio Romero-Cruz of Birmingham died in the collision Saturday night. Alabama State Trooper Justin O’Neal said the wreck happened on Alabama 119 in…
Gov. Ivey Urges Alabama Football Fans To Get Vaccinated
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is urging college football fans to get vaccinated before heading to stadiums this season. College football kicks off in a few weeks, raising concerns that crowded stadiums could help spread the coronavirus. Asked about…
