Faulkner University Receives $4.25 Million in Grants for African American, Minority Students
Faulkner University has announced it has received two grants totaling $4.25 million for Black and minority students.
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Faulkner University has announced it has received two grants totaling $4.25 million for Black and minority students.
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Prattville police say they now know the name of the jewelry theft suspect they want to find.
Those who are visually impaired have to overcome many challenges, for example finding a way to get transportation. Thankfully in our area, there are people that can help. William Bowman has an organization,…
Selma police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and another man injured.
In West Montgomery, city leaders are looking forward to the future as major developments are coming to the area. City councilwoman for District 4, Audrey Graham, believes bigger days are ahead for the area…
A single-vehicle crash has killed a Montgomery woman.
More than 60 marching units and fun floats took to the streets of Downtown Millbrook for the annual Mardi Gras Parade!
Alabama will be now eligible for as much as $100,000 annually in federal money to fight invasive aquatic species like carp and plants.
The Alabama House of Representatives could vote soon on legislation to do away with the requirement for a person to get a permit to carry a concealed handgun in public.
Supporters are continuing to push for Alabama to join the ranks of states that have decriminalized small amounts of marijuana.
Selma City Officials have announced Willie Mason Jr. as Fire Chief.
Some products sold at Family Dollar stores in Alabama are being recalled after more than 1,000 dead rodents were found at a distribution facility.
 3-year-old Ja'Syeon Green was shot to death February 11 in Montgomery. Friday, his family and their friends held a candlelight vigil in remembrance of his life.
A school choice bill that could give parents $5,500 in state funds to send their child to private school or elsewhere is headed to a study group for negotiations.
A Georgia man is being held in the Perry County Jail on a list of charges, including attempted murder.
A Dothan police officer has been involved in a shooting.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new mural going up in downtown Selma -- showcases another part of the Queen City's rich history and adds another dimension to the city's tourism appeal. The mural…
Montgomery police are investigating s shooting that happened near a community center.
The Montgomery Performing Arts Centre says the upcoming Gatlin Brothers concert has been postponed due to COVID concerns.
The Fire and Rescue trainee class of 2021-B graduated downtown in the Montgomery City Hall.
Auburn University says that it will soon make face masks optional for everyone on campus.
The Alabama Department of Public Health says some powdered baby formula should not be used due to a recall.
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Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a statement calling on all Alabama schools and universities to end their face mask mandates.



