On Your Side Consumer Alert: Kia Recalls 410K Vehicles over Air Bag Issue
This is an On Your Side Consumer Alert: Kia is recalling more than 410,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a problem that can stop the air bags from inflating in a crash.
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Montgomery Police Searching for Business Burglars
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a burglary at a business and needs your help identifying the suspects.
On Your Side Consumer Alert: Nissan Recalls 793K Rogue SUVs Because of Fire Risk
Nissan is recalling more than 793,000 Rogue SUVs in the U.S. and Canada.
UPDATE: Alabama Executes Man Convicted of 1996 Dallas County Murder
Matthew Reeves was convicted of killing Willie Johnson with a shotgun inside a pickup truck during a robbery.
17-Year-Old Faces Gun Charges in Prattville
Prattville police say a 17-year-old boy faces a series of gun charges and is being charged as an adult.
Montgomery Chamber Creates Tourism Campaign For Historic Sites in The City
The Montgomery Chamber has created a new way for people to learn about the history of the city. The journey starts here, those are the words to look for as you walk the streets of downtown Montgomery for a new innovative tour that the visitor center of the chamber has created.
COVID-19 Exacerbates Poverty Problem in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- COVID-19 continues to make the hunger problem in high poverty areas like Selma -- even worse than it was before the pandemic started. The city of Selma tops the…
Legislature Approves Spending More than $700 Million in Pandemic Relief Money
Alabama lawmakers have given final approval to a plan to use more than $700 million in pandemic relief funds on a mix of broadband, water and sewer projects and healthcare reimbursements.
Update: COVID Hospitalizations in Alabama, Blood Shortage
According the Dr. Don Williamson, CEO of the Alabama Hospital Association, as of Wednesday there were only about 5 1/2% of ICU beds available statewide. As the Omicron variant continues to spread, hospitals…
Autauga County Sheriff's Office Gives Back to Family that Lost Everything in House Fire
The Lucas family lost everything they owned in a house fire that happened over the weekend in Deatsville.
Biden: First Black Woman U.S. Supreme Court Justice "Long Overdue"
President Joe Biden has affirmed his pledge to nominate the first Black woman to the U.S. Supreme Court, saying it was “long overdue.”
Local Kindergartener Receives Surprise Letter From the President
A local kindergartener is proving that you're never too young to make a difference and even got the attention of the White House.
What the Tech? Which Apps Are Best for Playing the Stock Market?
There are several stock market apps to help you understand the markets and actually do some buying and selling.
Federal COVID-19 Relief Spending Bill Now Heading to the Governor's Desk
The Alabama House of Representative passed the bill 100-0.
On Your Side: Look for IRS Letter Regarding Child Tax Credit Before Filing Your Taxes
The IRS is urging families to look for a letter regarding last year's child tax credit before filing their 2021 tax return.
COVID in Alabama Schools: Numbers Take Small Dip Statewide; Montgomery, Autauga County Show Big Drops
The latest Alabama Department of Public Health report on COVID in the state's public schools shows cases taking a small dip overall, but dropping significantly in Montgomery and Autauga counties.
Man Shot on Lower Wetumpka Road in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man injured.
Court Records: Alabama River Parkway Killing Tied to Kidnapping
According to court records obtained by Alabama News Network, a man's killing on Alabama River Parkway last week is tied to a kidnapping.
Omicron Cases of Covid 19 Are On The Rise at The Start Of The New Year
Dr. Harris says that there are over 29 hundred inpatients around the state of Alabama and that hospitalizations have now surpassed peak numbers from the delta and other variants last year. The number of positive Covid 19 cases in the state are also the highest they have ever been.
Selma-Dallas Co. Community to Honor First Responders
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma and Dallas County community is honoring emergency first responders this Friday -- with a luncheon -- and awards ceremony. It's the fifth year the community has come…
Accuracy of Free At-Home COVID Tests
As of January 15th, free at-home COVID tests are available to order! And if you haven't already order these tests... you can. The tests are limited to 4 per household with…
How Can You Protect Your Property from the Wave of Car Burglaries in Montgomery County?
There have been a recent string of burglaries happening throughout Montgomery County and the public is wondering what law enforcement are doing about it? The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office held a press conference Wednesday morning to discuss these crimes. "Don't…
Montgomery Public Schools Hold Meeting for Search for a New Superintendent
Parents of Montgomery public school students have an opportunity to discuss finding a new school superintendent. The Alabama Association of School Boards is assisting the Montgomery County Board of Education in its search to find a new superintendent. They want parents…
UPDATE: Court Blocks Execution of Man Convicted in Dallas County Killing
A federal appeals court has blocked the state of Alabama from executing an inmate who was convicted of killing a man in Dallas County in 1996.
Federal Coronavirus Fund Spending Plan Moves Forward
The Alabama Legislature is holding a special session to allocate the spending of $770 million in American Rescue Plan funds.
