UPDATE: Natural Gas Line in South Montgomery County Repaired; Evacuation Lifted
Emergency crews were on the scene in south Montgomery County after a logging crew hit a natural gas line.
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Community Members React to Lanier High School Consolidation
After the consolidation was announced on Tuesday, parents and other members of the community expressed outrage about the idea of closing down Sidney Lanier high school.
Montgomery School Board President on Consolidation of Lanier/Carver HS
The Montgomery County school board voted to consolidate Lanier and Carver High Schools.
Two Arrests Made in Horse Theft Case in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two people are arrested in connection to a stolen horse in Dallas County -- and the suspected horse thief is a juvenile. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the 17 year old juvenile is charged with second-degree…
UPDATE: Bail Raised for Suspect in Bama Lanes Shooting that Killed 1, Injured 6
The bail for the suspect in the shooting at the Bama Lanes bowling alley in Montgomery on Sunday has been raised.
State Auditor Responds to Governor Ivey's State of the State Address
Governor Kay Ivey gave her annual State of the State address Tuesday night. However, not everyone was satisfied with what the Governor had to say. Alabama State Auditor Jim Zeigler gave the 'Taxpayers' Response' on the steps of the Alabama…
Three High Schools in Elmore County to Switch to Virtual Learning
Three high schools in Elmore County are switching to virtual learning due to the rise in COVID cases.
Monroe County Sheriff Believes Body Found May Be That of Missing Colorado Woman
The Monroe County sheriff believes a body that has been found may be that of a missing Colorado woman.
U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Biden Vaccine-or-Test Mandate for Businesses
The U.S. Supreme Court has stopped the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job.
Founder of Oath Keepers Charged with Seditious Conspiracy in Jan. 6 Attack on U.S. Capitol
Stewart Rhodes, the founder and leader of the far-right Oath Keepers militia group, has been arrested and charged with seditious conspiracy in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
PHOTOS: Montgomery Police Searching for Robbery Suspect
Montgomery police need your help finding a robbery suspect.
Selma City Schools Switch to Virtual Due to COVID Spread
All Selma City Schools will shift to virtual learning due to the rise in COVIDÂ cases.
COVID in Alabama Schools: Cases Jump Fivefold in One Week
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new report on COVID cases in the state's public schools. It shows cases are five times the number they were one week ago.
Dallas County Schools, Offices Close Due to COVID Spread
Dallas County Schools and offices are closing due to the spread of COVID.
Biden to Double Free COVID Tests, Add Free N95 Masks, to Fight Omicron
President Joe Biden says the government plans to double to 1 billion the rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests to be distributed free to Americans.
Lowndes County Schools Extend Virtual Learning
The Lowndes County Board of Education says it is extending virtual learning.
READ: Text of Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed's State of the City Address
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed presented his State of the City Address at the Cramton Bowl Multiplex on Wednesday night.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed Hosts His Second State Of The City Address
Mayor Steven Reed discussed many improvements in business and education that occurred in 2021. He also talked about how important it is for Montgomery to become a cleaner and safer place in this new year.
Heart & Lung Study Underway in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A research study underway in Dallas County aims to prevent heart and lung disease in rural areas. Rural areas like Dallas County tend to be some of the most…
New Restaurant on Airbase Boulevard
There's a new restaurant that opened on Airbase Boulevard. 'Echelon Grill' had a small opening Wednesday afternoon, with it's grand opening happening next week. They will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner food with a Happy Hour each day. The restaurant…
Alabama House Democrats Release Legislative Agenda
Legislators say the plan contains bills that focus on a stronger healthcare system, advancing education,  rebuilding  small businesses, and prison reform.
LifeSouth is in Urgent Need of Blood
Just like with the rest of the country, Alabama is facing a blood shortage. LifeSouth supplies all of the blood to the Montgomery area hospitals and they need the communities help for blood donations. Due to the pandemic, hospitals…
MPS to close, rebuild schools in first phase of Capital Improvement Plan
The Montgomery County Board of Education has voted unanimously to approve Phase 1 of the Capital Improvement Plan which includes closing down two school buildings, including Lanier High School, and rebuilding two others.
Alexander City Schools to Switch to Virtual Learning
Alexander City Schools will shift to remote learning effective Friday, January 14.
Juvenile Shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police say they are investigating the shooting of a juvenile.
