UPDATE: Police Identify Two Selma Men Shot in Troy; One Man Was Killed
Troy police have now identified two men from Selma who were shot late Saturday night. One of the men died of his injuries.
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Montgomery Man Charged in Troy Murder Investigation
Troy police say a Montgomery man has been charged in a shooting death that happened Saturday.
UAB Health System to Require Employees to Get COVID-19 Vaccine
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System announced that both employees and others working in its hospitals and clinics must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Nov. 12.
UPDATE: Prattville Police Charge Man with Murder after Assault Victim Dies
Prattville police say they have now charged a man with murder after the victim in an assault investigation died.
Mother and Boyfriend Charged in Death of Toddler
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Police in Mobile say child abuse by a mother and her boyfriend killed a three-year-old boy. Tatanya Edwards turned herself in on Friday and Abraham Hatch turned himself in on Sunday, Mobile police charge Edwards with…
How do MPS Parents Feel After the First Day of School?
Parents at Floyd Magnet School say their kids were anxious to go back to school. This is the first time some students will even step inside of a classroom.
Selma City School Students Head Back to School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Students in the Selma City school district went back-to-school for in-person learning Monday. Superintendent Dr. Avis Williams says the first day of school -- went off without a hitch.…
Marion Man Charged in Death of His Estranged Wife
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Marion man is behind bars -- accused of killing his estranged wife. Jimmy Woods is charged with murder -- and domestic violence. Fire fighters responded to a fire…
COVID-19 in Alabama: ICU Beds Scarce, Local Events Cancelled
The surge in COVID-19 cases in Alabama is causing a shortage of Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds statewide. It is also leading to many local events being cancelled.
Mount Zion A.M.E Zion Church Celebrates 155 Years and the Restoration of their Historical Building
Mt. Zion A.M.E. Zion church boasts of being the backdrop to pivotal moments in the civil rights movement, though the original building itself has struggled to survive. As they celebrated 155 years Sunday, leaders seem more confident now than ever that brighter days are on the horizon.
Special Events for HBCU Classic Weekend in Montgomery Canceled; Football Games Will Go On
The City of Montgomery has announced that due to the spike in COVID-19 cases, all events and festivities at city facilities for the HBCU Classic Weekend will be canceled. This will not affect the football games.
Many Church Pastors Silent on COVID-19 Vaccinations
Some preachers are praying for more inoculations and hosting vaccination clinics. Others are skirting the topic of vaccines or openly preaching against them in a region that's both deeply religious and reeling from a spike in cases.
On Your Side Consumer Alert: T-Mobile Confirms Data Breach
This is an On Your Side Consumer Alert -- T-Mobile says it is investigating a leak of its data after someone took to an online forum offering to sell the personal information of cellphone users.
Biden Says He Stands "Squarely Behind" Afghanistan Deicison
Biden says he faced a choice between following an agreement to withdraw or sending thousands more U.S. troops for a “third decade” of war.
COVID-19 Surge Forces Cancellation of Prattville Pops Concert
The city of Prattville has announced that it is canceling the Prattville Pops’ Welcome Back concert scheduled for Sunday, August 22. City leaders say the reason is out of an abundance of caution and the desire to keep the band…
Judge Dismisses Charges Against Three Former Selma Police Officers
A judge has dismissed charges against three one-time Selma police officers arrested during a probe into guns that were missing from an evidence room.
Montgomery Police Officer Charged with Domestic Violence
The Montgomery Police Department says it has started disciplinary action against a police officer.
Tuscaloosa Keeps Construction Ban on Student Housing
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — City leaders have extended a ban on the construction of large student housing developments in the hometown of the University of Alabama. The Tuscaloosa City Council unanimously extended a moratorium that began in January 2019 during…
Lee Home Opener Canceled after Player's Death
The home opening game between Lee and Daphne at Montgomery's Cramton Bowl has been canceled after the death of Lee football player Dimitri McKee.
ADPH Announces Winners of TikTok COVID-19 Vaccination Video Contest
The Alabama Department of Public Health has announced the winners of its TikTok COVID-19 vaccination video contest. The contest was held as a way to encourage young people to protect themselves from the virus.
Montgomery Police Investigating Stabbing
Police say the man told him that he was stabbed in the 800 block of Clayton Street as he was involved in an altercation with several other people.
Two Killed in Two Shootings in Troy
Troy police are investigating two shootings that happened just before midnight Saturday night that left two people dead.
Tropical Storm Fred Makes Landfall; Parts of East Alabama Get Rain and Wind
The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Fred made landfall around 2PM CDT Monday near Cape San Blas, Florida. It had winds of around 65 mph.
Union Springs Man Killed in Bullock County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say a Union Springs man has been killed in a two-vehicle crash in Bullock County.
Juvenile Shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a male juvenile was shot this morning.
