Dexter Ave. King Memorial Baptist Church Annual Backpack Giveaway
The historic Montgomery church gave away backpacks full of school supplies, food, and school uniforms.
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Florida Breaks Record with more than 21,000 new COVID Cases.
Florida has reported 21,683 new coronavirus cases, the states highest one-day total since 2020.
July COVID-19 Hospitalizations Jump from 204 to 1,345 in Alabama
Fueled by the highly contagious delta variant, the number of people hospitalized with COVID-19 jumped from 204 to 1,345 in July in Alabama.
Judson College in Marion Ends Academic Programs
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Today is the last day of summer school for students at Judson College in Marion. And with it -- the end of academic programs at the college -- as…
Funeral Arrangements Announced for Selma Police Officer Marquis Moorer
Funeral arrangements have now been announced for Selma police officer Marquis Moorer, who was shot and killed while on duty Tuesday.
Eviction Moratorium Ends Saturday July 31st Across Alabama
Alabama is ending their eviction moratorium Saturday July 31st. Due to the Pandemic, the CDC and Federal Government placed an eviction moratorium to stop landlords from evicting their tenants because of unpaid rent. The Pandemic caused businesses to close and…
City of Montgomery, Montgomery County to Require Masks in All Facilities
The city of Montgomery and Montgomery County have announced that face masks will be required in all facilities.
Longtime Montgomery County DA Investigator retires after 30 years
An investigator with the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office is getting ready to tackle his next case: retirement. DA Investigator Denny Merritt joined the DA's Office in 1991. At the time of his retirement, he served as director of…
Rising COVID-19 Cases Forces Montgomery County to Cancel Jury Trials in August
Montgomery County is canceling all jury trials in the month of August. Presiding Judge Johnny Hardwick made the decision to cancel due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases. The jury trials that were set to take place in August…
3 Bodies Found in Burned Vehicle on Logging Road Near Montevallo
CLANTON, Ala. (AP) - The remains of three people were found inside a burned-out vehicle that was discovered on a remote logging road near Montevallo. The Chilton County Sheriff's Office says authorities were working to identify the skeletal remains, and…
Oklahoma and Texas To Become Members of the SEC in 2025
The University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas will become the newest members of the Southeastern Conference in 2025. The SEC announced Friday morning that both universities' Boards of Regents officially accepted the invitations during their respective meetings. On…
Preliminary Hearing Set for Man Accused of Killing Selma Police Officer
The man accused of killing a Selma police officer and injuring a woman had his first appearance in court. 18-year-old Javonte Stubbs appeared before Judge…
New Mental Health Facility Opens in Greenville
A new mental health facility geared towards the incarcerated is now open in Greenville. City leaders held a dedication and ribbon cutting on Thursday for the new Norman-McLendon Facility on Industrial Parkway. The…
Doctor: COVID-19 'Raging' in Alabama as Many Refuse Shots
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - A health leader says COVID-19 is "raging" through Alabama as thousands refuse vaccinations that nearly always prevent serious illness. UAB Hospital's Dr. Sarah Nafziger says the surge is happening as a highly contagious strain race through…
Longtime Alabama Sheriff Testifies in Theft, Ethics Trial
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) - A longtime Alabama sheriff on trial on theft and ethics charges has taken the stand to deny charges that could result in his removal from office after nearly four decades. Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely testified…
MPD Starts New Plan to Get Guns Off the Streets
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed along with local, state, and federal law enforcement officials say they are doing everything they can to fight violent crime in the capital city. They announced the recent seizure of more than 100 guns taken off…
SEC invites Oklahoma and Texas to join league -- in 2025
Southeastern Conference university presidents voted to invite Texas and Oklahoma to join the league and create a 16-team powerhouse on the field and at the bank. The latest step in a move that has potential to help reshape college sports…
President Biden orders tough new vaccination rules for federal government
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Biden administration has announced…
Jessica Ventiere named District Attorney in Lee County
Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Lee County District Attorney Pro Tem Jessica Ventiere as the new district attorney for the county. Prior to her appointment,…
ADPH: Virtually All of Alabama Ranked "High" for COVID-19 Community Transmission
The latest statewide COVID-19 community transmission map puts virtually all of Alabama in the "high" category, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
City of Millbrook Hosts Groundbreaking Event for New Senior Center
The City of Millbrook hosted a groundbreaking event where they announced the plans for a 5,500 square foot senior center. This will be the city's first building solely dedicated for use by the senior community. Millbrook Mayor Kelley and the…
Montgomery Man Convicted of Federal Gun Charge
A federal jury has convicted a Montgomery man for being a felon in possession of a gun.
Andalusia Walmart to Close Temporarily for COVID-19 Cleaning
Walmart says it will temporarily close its store in Andalusia for deep cleaning, which is related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
One Dead, Three Injured in Late-Night Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation after a shooting late last night on Rosa Parks Avenue that left one person dead and three others injured.
CDC Mask Guidance Met with Hostility by Leading Republicans
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Republicans are responding with hostility to new masking guidance…
