UPDATE: ALEA Searching for SUV Involved in Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Coosa County
Alabama State Troopers say a pedestrian has been struck and killed in Coosa County. They are seeking the driver of the SUV which hit him.
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Alabama Air National Guard’s 187th Fighter Wing Promotes First Female Brigadier General
The Alabama Air National Guard's 187th Fighter Wing promoted their first female brigadier general. General Tara D. McKennie first enlisted in the Air Force in 1989 as an airman basic and…
Former Gov. John Patterson Dies at 99
Former Alabama Gov. John Patterson has died at the age of 99. His daughter says he died Friday.
ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Fisher-Price Issues Recall after Four Babies Die
Fisher-Price says it is recalling a model of its baby soothers after the deaths of four infants who were placed on their backs unrestrained in the devices and later found on their stomachs.
PHOTO GALLERY: Prattville Farmers Market Now Open on Saturdays Through August 28
The Prattville Farmers Market is now open through the summer, featuring fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables along with many other items for sale.
Montgomery Public Schools' Summer School Program Begins Monday, June 7th
Summer School is normally held for those select few kids that need a bit more help catching up on their education. Since the pandemic had many students sitting at home. This year's summer program has been opened up to all MPS students who would like to attend.
Selma City Marina Conditions Spark Concerns and Action
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma City Marina is in need of dredging. So, some area boaters have raised thousands of dollars to help the city get it done. They say right now,…
Group Representing Landlords Asks Supreme Court to End Eviction Moratorium
Groups representing landlords are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to end the federal moratorium on evicting tenants who aren't paying rent during the coronavirus pandemic. The Alabama Association of Realtors is leading the petition that argues the Centers for Disease…
City of Montgomery Earns Technology, Innovation Award for Consecutive Years
US Ignite and Smart Cities Connect this week named the City of Montgomery, Alabama, a winner in the 2021 Smart 50 Awards. The honor further cements Montgomery’s status as a global leader in technology and innovation. It marks the City’s second consecutive year to win the award.
ADOL Makes Filing for Unemployment Benefits Easier
The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) has improved an existing portal to allow unemployment compensation claimants to digitally upload various types of information related to their unemployment claim.
Pay As You Waste: South Korea Makes Residents Pay for Food They Waste
Food waste in the United States is on the rise, with Americans tossing out about 150,000 tons every day. That’s about a pound of food per person. It’s a global problem, and lawmakers in South Korea decided to solve it…
Stop the Gun Violence Rally at Capitol Steps Commemorates National Gun Violence Awareness Day
On Friday the NAACP, Moms Demand Action, and various other organizations gathered at the Capitol steps for the Stop the Gun Violence Rally. June 4th is National Gun Violence Awareness day. Participants wore orange shirts in a show of solidarity…
IRS Sending Refunds to Those Who Already Paid Taxes on 2020 Unemployment Compensation
The Internal Revenue Service is sending more than 2.8 million refunds this week to taxpayers who paid taxes on unemployment compensation that new legislation now excludes as income. IRS efforts to correct unemployment compensation overpayments will help most affected taxpayers…
The Salvation Army Celebrates National Donut Day with Free Donuts for Veterans
The Salvation Army kicked off National Donut Day with a tasty treat at three area VA hospitals in the Montgomery area. Over 100 dozen donuts were available for veterans and staffers at the…
ADPH Updating COVID-19 Dashboard Less Frequently Due to Drop in Numbers
Along with decreases in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) will be updating its dashboard less frequently. This is the new schedule effective June 7: ·     The Data and Surveillance Dashboard…
Huey Magoo's Announces Two of Four Locations Coming to the River Region
According to a public relations representative with Huey Magoo's, the Florida-based Chicken Tenders chain is opening locations in the River Region. The representative announced two of the four locations. The two locations are: Festival Plaza, 8001 Vaughn Road, Montgomery and between Outback and Panera on Cobbs Ford Road, Prattville.Â
Judge Issues Gag Order in Capital Murder Case for Man Accused of Killing 5-Week-Old Infant
A man accused of killing his five week old baby made his first appearance in front of a judge Friday. Caleb Whisnand, Sr. is charged with Capital Murder in the death of 5 week old Caleb Whisnand, Jr.Â
Montgomery Police Searching for Suspect(s) in Three Vehicle Break-ins
The Montgomery Police department is investigating multiple vehicle break-ins that occurred in the 1500 block of Eastern Boulevard.
Driver Fatally Shoots Passenger While Driving on interstate
BURLINGTON, Ky. (AP) - An Alabama man has been charged with fatally shooting his passenger as they traveled on an interstate in Kentucky. The Boone County Sheriff's Office says the driver reported the shooting around 8:30 a.m. Thursday while still…
Judge Dismisses Capital Case Against Man Held Nearly 6 Years
VALLEY, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama judge dismissed a capital murder charge against a man jailed for nearly six years because authorities failed to turn over key evidence to the defense. A Chambers County Circuit judge ruled Tuesday that the…
Selma-to-Montgomery March Camps Top List of Endangered Sites
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - A new assessment of endangered historic places is highlighting spots in Alabama along the route of the Selma-to-Montgomery march for voting rights in 1965. A list released by the National Trust for Historic Preservation says four…
Tommy Tuberville Tours Military Bases in Alabama, Finishing Up in Dannelly Field
Tommy Tuberville who was the former head coach at Auburn University and is now United States senator representing Alabama wants the people to know that his goal is to give back to the state in anyway he can. This week he toured military bases throughout the state of Alabama to take note of things the military has and any help they may need.
Two People Shot During Domestic Violence Shootout in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two people are hurt in Selma -- after a domestic violence situation at an apartment -- ends with a shootout. A 21 year old man and an 18 year…
Prattville Police Investigating Theft at Kay's Jewelry Store on Cobbs Ford Road
Prattville police are investigating a theft at a Kay's Jewelry Store located at 2471 Cobbs Ford Road. The incident occurred on June 1. Three unknown men entered the store and once inside they kept redirecting the salesclerk to pull jewelry from…
ALEA Investigates Fatal Crash Involving 2-Year-Old & 5-Year-Old, 5 Other Traffic Fatalities Over Memorial Day Weekend
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency investigated seven traffic fatalities over Memorial Day Weekend, however ALEA stated there was a 'dramatic decrease' in boating and drowning deaths as there were none. Last year they investigated 10 boat crashed and four drownings.…
