Convention Center Explosion Rocks Selma City Hall
An explosion at the Convention Center in downtown Selma caused major damage to the building and rocked City Hall.
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Governor Ivey Helps Kick Off AFA "Lucy Tour" in Lowndes Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Alabama Forestry Association "Lucy Tour" is geared to encourage students to read -- as well as -- educate them about the importance of the forestry industry. Jackson Steele…
Alabama #4 in U.S. in New COVID-19 Cases
Alabama now ranks fourth in the country for the most new COVID-19 cases per capita.
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospital Statistics for Monday, Aug. 23
The Alabama Hospital Association has released statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19.
Opelika Police Searching for Catalytic Converter Thieves
A huge increase in thefts of catalytic converters has hit Alabama and the nation. Central Alabama CrimeStoppers has reported on this crime numerous times in recent months.
U.S. Military to Require COVID-19 Vaccine; President Biden Wants Employers to Do the Same
The Pentagon says it will require service members to receive the COVID-19 vaccine now that the Pfizer vaccine has received full approval from the Food and Drug Administration.
Proud Boys leader who burned BLM flag gets 5 months in jail
FILE - In this Aug. 17, 2019, file photo, Proud Boys chairman Enrique Tarrio rallies in Portland, Ore. Outside pressures and internal strife are roiling two far-right extremist groups after members were charged in the attack…
Second Man Charged with Capital Murder in Montgomery Shooting That Left One Dead, Three Injured
Montgomery police have charged a second man with capital murder in a July shooting that left one person dead and three others injured.
5 Points Deli in Cloverdale Closes After Ceiling Collapses
A Montgomery area restaurant is having to close its doors for now after the ceiling collapsed. Owners at the 5 Points Deli & Grill in Cloverdale said the plaster above the lay-in ceiling of the restaurant fell on Sunday. The…
Up to $50,000 Reward Offered in Robbery of Postal Worker in Montgomery
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $50,000 to solve the robbery of a postal worker in Montgomery.
FDA Gives Full Approval to Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
The U.S. has given full approval to the COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer.
Man Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway in Hoover
HOOVER, Ala. (AP) — A 27-year-old man was killed in a head-on crash on an Alabama highway. Sergio Romero-Cruz of Birmingham died in the collision Saturday night. Alabama State Trooper Justin O’Neal said the wreck happened on Alabama 119 in…
Gov. Ivey Urges Alabama Football Fans To Get Vaccinated
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is urging college football fans to get vaccinated before heading to stadiums this season. College football kicks off in a few weeks, raising concerns that crowded stadiums could help spread the coronavirus. Asked about…
Two Drown in Gulf Shores, One at Fort Morgan in the Past Week
Tourists to Alabama's Gulf coast beaches say they're noticed the rough waters and are taking precautions.
Biden: Afghanistan Evacuations Are Accelerating
Tens of thousands of people remain to join the airlift, which has been slowed by security issues and U.S. bureaucracy hurdles. The Pentagon has ordered six U.S. commercial airlines to help move evacuees from temporary sites outside of Afghanistan.
Lee County Schools: Face Masks Now Required, Two Schools Going Virtual
Lee County Schools have been open since August 9. Already, there have been enough COVID-19 cases for the school superintendent to take action.
Don Everly of "Everly Brothers" Dies at 84
Don Everly, one-half of the pioneering rock ‘n’ roll Everly Brothers, has died. He was 84.
Montgomery County Man Who Threatened to Kill Two Women Sentenced to 40 Years
A Montgomery County man who assaulted and threatened to kill two women in 2018 has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, District Attorney Daryl Bailey has announced.
Alabama News Network Political Analyst Steve Flowers: Trump May Run for President in 2024
Alabama News Network Political Analyst Steve Flowers attended former President Donald Trump's rally in Cullman, and came away thinking Trump may be preparing to run for president in 2024.
Trump: "Joe Biden Was Going on Vacation as Afghanistan Was Going to Hell"
Former President Donald Trump spoke at an outdoor rally in Cullman Saturday night, rebuking the Biden administration on a host of issues, from the economy to Afghanistan, in a speech that lasted about 90 minutes.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Wife in Hospital with COVID-19
The famed 79-year-old civil rights leader is vaccinated against the virus and publicly received his first dose in January.
Federal Team Going to Baldwin County Hospital to Help with COVID-19 Patients
State Health Officer Scott Harris said that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is sending a task force team to help at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley.
U.S. Appeals Court Refuses to End Eviction Moratorium
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia rejected a bid by Alabama and Georgia realtors to block the eviction moratorium reinstated earlier this month.
Opp City Schools to Require Masks
Opp City Schools has announced that it will require face masks in all schools and all school system facilities starting Monday, Aug. 23. This will be in effect for all students, staff and visitors.
Singer-Songwriter Tom T. Hall Dies at 85
Singer-songwriter Tom T. Hall, who composed “Harper Valley P.T.A.” and sang about life’s simple joys, has died. He was 85.
