Willie B. Smith III Put to Death for 1991 Killing of Woman
An Alabama man who avoided execution in February has been put to death for the 1991 killing of a woman abducted during a robbery and then shot in a cemetery.
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MANE Hosts 13th Annual 'Raise the Roof' Fundraiser
A local non-profit held their 13th annual seafood fundraiser event Thursday evening. The Montgomery Area Nontraditional Equestrians, or MANE, had their 'Raise the Roof' fundraising event. MANE has been hosting this fundraiser since 2008 and have had many businesses help…
City of Montgomery is Continuing Plans for Renovating Garrett Coliseum
City officials met Thursday with plans for renovating and improving the Garrett Coliseum. The coliseum is over 75 years old there are some major changes that need to be done.
Demopolis High School Set to Honor Long-Time Football Manager
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Demopolis High School community is naming the field house at Tiger Stadium in honor of the long-time manager of the football team. Sixty-seven year old year old Albert…
CACC Expands to Larger Campus, Adds More Opportunities for Students
Central Alabama Community College (CACC) will now be expanding its campus to a much larger location. Thanks to the Prattville City Council and Autauga County Commission who, combined, contributed $4 million dollars to the…
Pine Hill Police Release Identity of Teen Killed in Train Accident
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Pine Hill Police have identified the teenager who was killed in a train accident Tuesday afternoon. Police Chief Nikisha Gailes says 18 year old Montral Butler of Pine Hill…
COVID-19 vaccine: CDC panel backs expanded booster rollout
WASHINGTON (AP) - A government advisory panel has endorsed extra doses of all three of the nation's vaccines. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also said Thursday that people could choose a different company's brand for that…
FBI: Remains found in Florida park ID'd as Brian Laundrie
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Authorities say remains found in a Florida wilderness park are those of Brian Laundrie, who was a person of interest in the death of girlfriend Gabby Petito. Petito was found slain at a Wyoming…
Pintlala Elementary School Held Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for New Play Structure Thanks to $20,000 Grant
Pintlala Elementary School held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new play structure Thursday morning. The money for this structure was provided by an all too familiar supermarket chain. The new covered structure was built with the help of a $20,000 grant…
Prattville Man Accused of Killing His Pregnant Wife, Unborn Child Makes Court Appearance
The Prattville man accused of killing his pregnant wife and unborn child had his preliminary hearing Thursday afternoon. According to court records, Hunter James Tatum appeared remotely before District Judge Joy Pace Booth on two counts of murder. Police say…
Pine Hill Missing Man Found Safe
A Pine Hill man reported missing five days ago has been found safe. According to the Pine Hill Police Department, 76-year-old Walter Newman was found in his truck in a ravine near County Road 27. An Alabama Power crew working…
Willie Smith Scheduled for Execution Thursday Night
Willie B. Smith III is facing his second execution date this year for the killing of a woman taken at gunpoint from an ATM location and shot in a cemetery.
ADPH: Alabama Public School COVID-19 Cases Drop to 1,000
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new COVID-19 school dashboard. It shows another drop in cases among the school systems that have reported to the state.
What the Tech? Tracking Your Children on Halloween
Apple released its AirTags earlier this year. It's primarily to help people locate lost keys, a wallet, or a purse, but it can also be used to help locate or track someone who's carrying the AirTag.Â
What the Tech? What Happens to Your Digital Profiles after You Die?
What happens to your digital data and online life after you die? Think for a moment about your digital footprint.
Attorneys for Former House Speaker Mike Hubbard Say He's Sorry as He Seeks Early Prison Release
Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard is again asking a judge for an early release from prison.
UAB and 5 Other Schools To Join the AAC
The American Athletic Conference will add UAB, Texas-San Antonio, Rice, North Texas, Charlotte and Florida Atlantic to the league. The AAC is replacing…
Morgan Freeman interviews police recruits in Golf Shores
GULF SHORES, Ala. (AP) — The latest batch of police recruits in an Alabama beach town faced an interview board that included law enforcement executives and a civilian who was recognizable by his voice if not by his face: Hollywood…
Montgomery Public Schools Hosts Town Hall Meeting
Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore along with members of the board of education shared news about the advancements that have been made so far this school year at their first town hall meeting.
Retailers/Shipping Services Urge Early Holiday shopping
Shipping delays across the world may slow down shipping on Christmas gifts this year. Retailers and shipping services are urging people to do their holiday shopping early, so it makes it to their doorstep in time for Christmas.
Annual Golf Classic Benefits Special Needs Children in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dozens of golfers hit the links Wednesday at the Valley Grande Golf Course -- to help children in the community with special needs. The 11th annual Evans Special Benefit…
COVID-19 in Alabama: ICU Bed Surplus Reaches to Near 200
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The current ICU bed surplus has now reached nearly 200.
Ceremony Scheduled to Rename Jeff Davis Avenue for Attorney Fred Gray
The City of Montgomery has announced a ceremony to rename Jeff Davis Avenue for noted civil rights attorney Fred Gray.
Alabamians Can Drop Off their Expired or Unused Prescription Drugs for 'National Drug Take Back Day'
October 23 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The American Medical Association found that Alabama physicians have reduced the number of opioid prescriptions by 38% since 2011, with the number of opioid prescriptions in Alabama dropping for 7 consecutive…
Troy Cablevision Sold to C Spire
C Spire has announced that it has reached an agreement to buy Troy Cablevision. The deal also includes the Union Springs Telephone Company.
