Two Men Shot Near Lee High School Thursday Night
Montgomery police say two men were shot near Lee High School Thursday night.
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Pike Road High School Band Talks Battling Summer Heat at Practice
Pike Road High School band like others are gearing up for the football season, with recent band camps and after school rehearsals. One of the most important things for the band is to make sure that all members are healthy and ready to march. Having long practices marching outdoors in the heat can sometimes be a bit overwhelming.
Local Family Shares Journey of Fostering During Pandemic
Scooter and Chelsea Kellum have been fostering children with the Alabama Baptist Children's Home, since 2018. With four children of their own, the Kellum's have foster 12 children throughout the last three years. "When…
WCCS Unveils New Simulator to Train Student Truck Drivers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wallace Community College Selma unveils a new tool -- to help train student truck drivers -- in its CDL program. The eight week program is designed to help students…
State Tourism Director Has Book Signing for His New Civil Rights Trail Book
Lee Sentell's book, titled "The Official United States Civil Rights Trail," captures 120 landmarks in 15 states where travelers can learn the story of the Civil Rights Movement.
Man Critically Injured in Montgomery Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a shooting that sent a man to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. MPD spokesperson Capt. Saba Coleman said it happened just before noon on Thursday in the 3700 block of Audubon Road. Once officers…
Montgomery Police Searching for Robbery Suspect
Montgomery police need your help in finding a robbery suspect.
Two Students Injured in Fight at Lee High School
Two students were injured in a fight that happened at Lee High School in Montgomery. Montgomery Public Schools spokesperson Jade Jones said the fight occurred Thursday during morning arrival. Eight students and two adults were involved in the incident near…
ASU Still Planning Labor Day Classic Events Despite Other Cancellations
Alabama State University is moving ahead with events to celebrate the 2021 Labor Day Classic, which is part of the HBCU Classic Weekend. Earlier this week, the City of Montgomery canceled HBCU Classic Weekend events that were to be held at city facilities.
Alabama Father of First American killed in Afghanistan: End 'Shameful'
The father of the first America service member killed in Afghanistan says the abrupt U.S. withdrawal from the country is shameful.
"Cutting" Incident Leaves One Man Hospitalized in Critical Condition
A Montgomery man has been left in critical condition after he was cut. According to Capt. Saba Coleman, MPD and Fire Medics were called to the 3200 block of Virginia Downs after receiving a call of a person cut. After…
Gulf Coast Now a Virus Hotspot
All along the Gulf Coast, beaches, bars and stores are packed. Yet just a few miles away, a hospital is running out of critical care beds, its rooms full of unvaccinated people fighting for their lives.
Union Springs Man Killed in Montgomery Crash
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a two-vehicle crash that claimed the life of a man from Union Springs Wednesday afternoon. It happened at about 4:30 p.m. on Birmingham Highway near Trinity Road. Police say 84-year-old Joe Caldwell, who was…
Shootout Suspect Points Out Bail Bond Problem in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two men were arrested following a weekend shootout in Dallas County. Now one of them says... the judicial system needs to be fixed. Fifty-seven year old William Tippett of…
Elmore County Schools to Require Face Masks for Most Students, Employees
Elmore County School Supt. Richard Dennis says face masks will now be required for most students and staff due to an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Prattville YMCA Hosts Annual Sink-A-Palooza
The Prattville YMCA hosted its annual Sink-A-Palooza fundraiser at the Willis Bradford branch to raise money for the "Coach a Child" campaign.
Wetumpka High School Football Team Set To Play At New Complex For Season Opener
After about four years of anticipation, the Wetumpka Indians High School football team will take to new turf this season with the new $6 million complex on Highway 14 finally complete.
Nearly 200 Inmates Test Positive for COVID-19 at Elmore Correctional Facility
Nearly 200 inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 at Elmore Correctional Facility after prison officials conducted mass testing in the wake of an outbreak.
Alabama Author Previews New Book Written about Civil Rights Trail
A local author is having a book signing this week, which includes a lot about Alabama's history. Alabama Tourism Department Director, Lee Sentell, is the author of "The Official United States Civil Rights Trail" and will be signing copies of…
COVID-19 Case Forces Goshen at Holtville Football Game to Be Cancelled
Friday's season-opening football game between Goshen and Holtville has been canceled, due to a COVID-19 case on the Goshen football team.
Biden to Require Nursing Home Staff to Get COVID-19 Vaccines; Alabama Nursing Home Association Reacts
The Biden administration will require that nursing home staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition for those facilities to continue getting federal Medicare and Medicaid funding.
Opelika Police Search for Suspect in a String of Car Break-Ins
Opelika police are searching for a suspect in several car break-ins.
Montgomery Police Officer Charged with Sex Abuse
The Montgomery Police Department says it has started disciplinary proceedings against an officer after charging him with sex abuse.
Alabama National Guard Soldier from Montgomery Dies on Active Duty
The Alabama National Guard has announced that a soldier from Montgomery died while on active duty in support of the Southwest Border mission.
REACTION: Montgomery City Council Votes Down Mayor's Anti-Discrimination Ordinance
We are getting reaction to the Montgomery City Council vote against Mayor Steven Reed's Anti-Discrimination Ordinance proposal.
