Mentors Of Montgomery Seeking More Male Mentors
The organization Mentors Of Montgomery, really need more men to join them. In the youth detention facility they have young ladies incarcerated but ten times more young men.
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Tallassee Seeking Input on Burned-Out Mill Property
City leaders in Tallassee want to hear from the public on what to do with the burned out remains of the Mount Vernon Mill property.
COVID Vaccination Efforts Continue in Selma and Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The effort to get people vaccinated for COVID-19 -- continues in Alabama. More than 2.6 million doses of vaccine -- have now been administered statewide. Vaughan Regional Medical Center…
Pfizer COVID-19 shot expanded to US children as young as 12
The U.S. is expanding use of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to children as young as 12. The Food and Drug Administration said Monday the shot is safe and offers strong protection for younger teens based on testing of more than 2,000…
Gov. Kay Ivey to End Participation in Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation Programs
Gov. Kay Ivey has announced that Alabama will end its participation in all federally funded pandemic unemployment compensation programs effective June 19.
Qualifying Deadline for Montgomery City Council District 1 Special Election Set for May 25
The qualifying period for candidates seeking to run in the Special Election for Montgomery City Council District 1 is set to begin on Tuesday, May 11. Interested candidates will have until Tuesday, May 25, to file the necessary paperwork to…
Opelika PD Gives Update on TOGETHER OPELIKA Campaign
The Opelika PD held a press conference Monday morning to give its concerned citizens and local officials an update on their new community initiative, TOGETHER OPELIKA. TOGETHER OPELIKA is a campaign to develop open dialogue setting, establishing the best relationship…
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Holds Gun Buyback Event in Birmingham Over the Weekend
A Birmingham organization took in 38 guns at a no-questions-asked gun buyback event over the weekend. Saturday's event was held by a chapter of the Phi Beta Sigma fraternity. According to reports, the group offered Walmart gift cards in exchange…
Governor Ivey Awards Rural Areas with $17 Million for Internet Services
Governor Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $17 million to help provide broadband services in primarily rural, unserved areas of Alabama. The 36 grants awarded by Governor Ivey to multiple broadband providers across the state is the largest amount and number…
Oprah, Prince Harry Teaming Up for Mental Health Show
The streaming service Apple TV+ plus announced Monday that the multi-part documentary series "The Me You Can't See" will debut on May 21. The company says Winfrey and the Duke of Sussex will "guide honest discussions about mental health.
File 2020 Tax Return to Receive Missing Stimulus Check
If a person is missing their first or second EIP, they need to file a 2020 tax return with the IRS and claim the 2020 Recovery Rebate Credit (RRC) as soon as possible.
Pfizer Vaccine Being Tested on Kids as Young as 6 Months Old to See If It's Safe
Pfizer's COVID vaccine is expected to be available soon to children ages 12 to 15. Researchers are now currently testing the vaccine in kids as young as 6 months old to see if it's safe and effective.
Montgomery Police Launch Murder Investigation in Sunday Morning Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the shooting death of Solomon Hughes, 26, of Montgomery. On Sunday, May 9, 2021 shortly after midnight, MPD responded to the 1100 block of the West Boulevard after receiving a report of shots fired in the area. Upon arrival,…
2020 Census: Montgomery County Falls to Fifth in Population Behind Baldwin County
Montgomery County has been surpassed in population by fast-growing Baldwin County, home to the state’s largest beach communities and towns along Mobile Bay’s eastern shore.
Alabama School Dashboard Shows Drop in COVID-19 Cases
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new school dashboard of coronavirus cases as of May 7. The latest report shows a slight drop from last week.
Investigation Launched into Two Deaths in Union Springs
Union Springs Police Chief Ronnie Felder has confirmed to Alabama News Network that an investigation has been launched into the deaths of two people. He says the bodies of a man and a woman were found inside a mobile home…
BREAKING: Two Montgomery Police Officers Shot in North Montgomery
Two Montgomery police officers have been shot in north Montgomery this afternoon.
Update: I-65 Crash in Montgomery County Kills Woman
Alabama State Troopers say the crash that backed up traffic on Interstate 65 in Montgomery County on Friday afternoon left a woman dead.
Montgomery Mask Order Scheduled to Expire Sunday
Montgomery's citywide mask order is scheduled to expire Sunday, May 9.
Congressman John Lewis Remembered at Voting Rights Events in Selma, Montgomery
Today, the Black Voters Matters group is bringing its "Blackest Bus in America" event to Selma and Montgomery.
Gambling and Gun Rights Bills to be Decided on Last Day of Session
Alabama lawmakers return to Montgomery on May 17 for the final day of the 2021 session.
Covington County Juvenile Killed in Crash
Alabama State Troopers say a juvenile from Covington County has been killed in a wreck in Coffee County.
Judson College Closure Stuns Marion Community
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- News that Judson College -- will be closing after 183 years of education young women -- has left people in Marion stunned. After battling financial problems -- one of…
Couple from Wetumpka Wanted Following Brawl in Panama City Beach, Fla.
The incident involved a large group of people, both male and female. Police believe all participants in the altercation are from the Montgomery, Ala. area. Law enforcement identified two suspects: Qwashunda Sanders and Rashad Glasper, both of Wetumpka, as active participants in the altercation. Police signed arrest warrants for both.
Fallen Officers Memorial Ceremony Held at Alabama Capitol
The Alabama State Fraternal Order of Police held its annual Fallen Officer Memorial Ceremony at the Alabama Capitol this morning.
