Alabama Lawmakers Will Redraw Congressional and Legislative Districts
Alabama lawmakers return to Montgomery this week to redraw congressional and legislative districts.
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Millbrook Man Arrested For Abusing 2-Month Old Child
Marterrius C. Moore of Millbrook has been charged with Aggravated Child Abuse for causing his 2-month old child serious head and body injuries. On Sunday, October 24, 2021, Millbrook police were notified by Children’s Hospital staff that they were treating a 2-month old child suffering from severe head trauma.
Two More People Charged in Recent Orrville Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two more people have been charged in a murder that happened in Orrville earlier this month. Capt. Johnathan Cole with the Dallas County Sheriff's Office -- says 21 year old Trashaud Jackson of Orrville --…
Selma Hosts Annual Alabama Welcome Center Retreat
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Tourism professionals from around the state are in Selma this week for the annual Alabama Welcome Center Retreat. Tourism is a billion dollar industry in the state of Alabama.…
Prattville Police Searching for Suspected Perfume Thieves
Prattville police need your help catching suspected perfume thieves.
Former Air War College Professor Pleads Guilty to Lying about Contacts with China
Federal prosecutors say a longtime professor at Air War College at Maxwell Air Force Base has pleaded guilty to lying to an investigator about his contacts with a Chinese official.
COVID-19 in Alabama: ICU Bed Surplus Passes 200 Mark
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The surplus of ICU beds has now exceeded the 200 mark for the first time in months.
Gov. Kay Ivey Issues Executive Order to Fight Vaccine Mandates
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued an executive order to fight what she calls the overreaching COVID-19 vaccine mandates from the federal government.
Troy Police Seeking Murder Suspect
Troy police say they need your help finding a murder suspect.
UPDATE: Motorcyclist Dies of Injuries from Wreck in Montgomery County
Alabama State Troopers say a motorcyclist has died of injuries she suffered after crashing in Montgomery County on Friday.
UPDATE: Man Charged in Carmichael Road Robbery
Montgomery police say they have charged a man with second-degree assault and first-degree robbery.
Andalusia Man Found with Gunshot Wound in the Street; Dies at Hospital
Andalusia police are investigating a fatal shooting.
Gates Installed on Alabama Bat Cave to Protect Habitat
ANNISTON, Ala. (AP) — Gates have been installed at the mouth of a cave in eastern Alabama to protect the habitat of two endangered species that live in the cavern. The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources says Weaver…
Birmingham Program Offering Monthly Payments to Single Moms
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A new program will offer monthly payments to single mothers in Birmingham. The plan was proposed by Mayor Randall Woodfin and approved by the City Council on Tuesday. The pilot program is funded mainly by $500,000…
Mayors of Alabama's largest cities gathering in Montgomery
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The mayors of Alabama’s 10 largest cities are holding two days of meetings in the capital to discuss legislative priorities and other issues. A statement from the city of…
Groups Seek 2 Districts with Large Black Voter Bases
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers return to Montgomery this week to draw new legislative, congressional, and school board districts. Some legal groups are arguing the state should have two congressional districts likely to elect an African-American representative, instead of…
Shooting and Police Chase on Carmichael Rd. in Montgomery
On Sunday afternoon, Montgomery police were lead on a chase by a shooting suspect.
Pike Road Dance Academy Cuts Ribbon On New Studio
The Pike Road Dance Academy has a new home, and a ribbon cutting was held Sunday, October 24 to introduce their new facility to the community.
Montgomery Chorale Opens New Season, Presenting "Ode to Joy"
The Montgomery Chorale opened a new season and held their first indoor concert since the pandemic.
Montgomery Zoo Holds First "Conservation Car Wash"
The Montgomery Zoo held their first Conservation Car Wash and Tailgate Party on Saturday, October 23. People were invited to swing by before the big games, get a car wash, and see a few of the zoo's Education Ambassador animals. They accepted a minimum donation of $10 for a car wash. All proceeds will go to the Montgomery Zoo's efforts to serve the River Region.
Montgomery Biscuits Host Annual "Ballpark Trick or Treat"
Halloween came to Riverwalk Stadium early as the Montgomery Biscuits held their annual "Ballpark Trick or Treat".
American Revolution Veteran Graveside Is Restored/Marked In Elmore County
A Revolutionary War Veteran graveside was officially located, restored, and marked in Elmore County. Walter Filmore Ross Senior was buried in 1848 near Deatsville. Ross was around 17 years old when he served in the American Revolution as a private. After the war, he and his family settled in what is present day Elmore County.
Troy Police Investigate Murder at Goldmine Entertainment
Police say 33 year old Andre Thompson of Highland Home was shot at the Gold Mine nightclub at around 1:30am Sunday.
Montgomery Chorale Opens New Season on October 24
It’s been nearly 20 months since the members of the Montgomery Chorale have performed indoors. Come this Sunday, that will change. The group’s season opener, “Ode to Joy,” is set to take place…
Riverwalk Stadium Gets Ready for Annual Ballpark Trick or Treat
The Montgomery Biscuits are getting ready for a fun-filled Halloween tradition. The Biscuits will be hosting its annual Ballpark Trick or Treat on Saturday, October 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.…
