Man Killed in Armed Robbery at Selma Apartment Complex
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A 21 year man is dead following an early morning shooting at a Selma apartment complex. Chief Kenta Fulford says the man was shot during an armed robbery at…
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Uniontown Police Department in Need of More Officers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Uniontown Police Department -- is looking to hire more officers. But police officials say recruiting new officers to a small rural city -- can be a challenge. The…
COVID-19 in Alabama: Updated Hospitalization Numbers for Thursday, Oct. 28
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19.
What the Tech? What is YouTube Doing to Protect Children?
As YouTube, Snapchat and TikTok representatives met with Senators this week to answer tough questions about what the platforms are doing to protect kids, it’s a good time to look at changes YouTube has already made to its platform.
UPDATE: Purple Pinkie Project Raises More Than $1.3 Million to Fight Polio Worldwide
Rotary Clubs throughout Alabama and three other states, with the help of Dunkin', have raised more than $1.3 million in an effort to eradicate polio worldwide.
Selma Woman Killed in Lowndes County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say a Selma woman was killed in a wreck on U.S. Highway 80 in Lowndes County.
Facebook Changing Its Corporate Name to "Meta"
Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that his company's corporate name will change to "Meta," to emphasize its "metaverse" vision.
Lee Co. Sheriff: Man Admits to Stabbing His Own Dog
The Lee County Sheriff's Office says a man is facing charges after he admitted to stabbing his own dog with a pocket knife.
Stephen McLamb Enters Race for Alabama Public Service Commission
Former Alabama TV news reporter Stephen McLamb has announced that he's running for the Place 1 seat on the Alabama Public Service Commission. He is running as a Republican.
Montgomery County Deputies Investigating Business Burglary
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a business burglary and needs your help in identifying the suspect.
Biden Unveils Scaled Down $1.75 Trillion Spending Plan
President Joe Biden said in a nationally televised speech Thursday morning that he has reached a “historic” framework with Democrats in Congress on a scaled-back domestic policy plan.
Body Found Near Atlanta Highway in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man's body was found near Atlanta Highway Thursday morning.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Say Missing Woman Has Been Found Safe
Montgomery police tell Alabama News Network that a woman who had been missing since August 25 has now been found safe.
Female Juvenile Shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a female juvenile was shot in Montgomery Thursday morning.
COVID-19 in Alabama: 21% of Those in Hospitals are Fully Vaccinated
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The latest numbers show that 21% of those in hospitals are fully vaccinated.
Stacey Abrams Group Donates $1.34M to Wipe Out Medical Debts
ATLANTA (AP) — The political organization led by prominent Democrat Stacey Abrams is branching out into paying off medical debts. Fair Fight Political Action Committee on Wednesday told The Associated Press that it's donating $1.34 million from its political action…
Wind Advisory Today; Winter-like Weather Tomorrow
Behind the front today, we should see sun for several hours with very blustery conditions and a wind advisory has been issued for much of Alabama as winds will be in the…
Woman gets Life Sentence for Helping Husband Plan Killings
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama woman has received a life sentence for helping her husband plan the 2015 killings of his estranged pregnant wife, her unborn child and three others. Forty-eight-year-old Rhonda Carlson avoided the death penalty in a…
November Is The Second Severe Weather Season for Alabama
The state of Alabama Historically has two severe weather seasons, in the spring and in the fall. As we are getting closer to the month of November, we are entering into the second severe weather season which means a possibility for tornado threats in the state.
2nd Suspect Charged in Death of Fallen Selma Police Officer
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A second suspect is arrested and charged in the murder of fallen Selma police officer Marquis Moorer. Moorer was killed while on lunch break at the Selma Square Apartments…
City of Montgomery Launches New Crime Prevention Department
The number of homicides in Montgomery is already at 64 this year, possibly on track to surpass the 68 homicides recorded in 2020. But the city is finding a new way it hopes to prevent crime by involving people in the community.
Ad Hoc Committee Proposes New Animal Ordinance For Montgomery
A committee made up of Montgomery city council members, as well as, officials from the Montgomery Humane Society, Montgomery Police Department, and Animal Control met with the public to propose an updated animal ordinance for the city.
What the Tech? Apps to Keep Your Children Safe on Halloween
Most kids didn't go trick-or-treating in the neighborhood last Halloween due to the pandemic. This year they'll be back, roaming neighborhoods with their friends, maybe walking up to houses of people you don't know very well.
Faulkner University President Mike Williams to Step Down
Faulkner University has announced that President Mike Williams will be stepping down on May 6, 2022, to take a president's position at another university.
Pike Road Announces 12th Annual 'Hay, Look at Us!' Winners
The 12th annual 'Hay, Look at Us!' Pike Road contest has selected this year's winners.
