Selma Man Pleads Guilty in 2016 Nightclub Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man gets a 30 year sentence -- after he pleads guilty to a 2016 shooting at a Selma nightclub. District Attorney Michael Jackson…
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The Shoppes at Eastchase Announces Free Concert Lineup for Every Thursday in June
The sweet, sweet sounds of summer are back at The Shoppes at EastChase with a free concert every Thursday in June! Summer Nights at The Shoppes, formally known as Sounds of Summer, returns in the parking lot near H&M from 7 – 9PM.
Safe from the Storm: 2021 Hurricane Season Outlook
The 2021 hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. We have a complete outlook on what to expect this year.
Phenix City Man Arrested in Connection to Auburn Car Burglary Investigation
The Auburn Police Department announced a felony arrest made on Wednesday, May 26. Auburn police arrested Dewayne Carson Hill, 23, of Phenix City and charged him. The charges are: Unlawful Breaking and Entering into a Motor Vehicle and Theft of Property 2nd Degree.
Montgomery Community Centers and Libraries Opening June 7
The City of Montgomery will open community centers and libraries to the public on June 7. Public pools operated by the City will open on May 29 – just in time for Memorial Day weekend.
Governor Ivey Vetoes Bill That Would Implement Literacy Test for 3rd Graders to be Promoted to 4th Grade
Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday released the following statement regarding the delay of the promotion policy component of the Alabama Literacy Act in SB 94
Adult Male Fatally Shot Thursday Afternoon on Oak Street in Montgomery
Police responded to a call of a shooting on Oak Street. At the scene, police located an adult male who sustained a fatal gunshot. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
City of Montgomery Holding COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for Ages 12 and up This Saturday
The City of Montgomery is continuing its community-centered vaccine clinic rollout throughout Montgomery as part of an initiative led by Mayor Steven L. Reed and Walmart to partner with community organizations. This is part of the Level Up campaign launched by the City of Montgomery and Partners In Health to work with community leaders and members to empower residents with knowledge to make an informed decision to protect themselves by getting the vaccine.
Troy City Offices to Close Early on Friday for Funeral of Former Mayor Jimmy Lunsford
All city offices in Troy will close at noon on Friday, May 28, to observe the visitation and funeral for former longtime mayor Jimmy Lunsford.
Seven Candidates Qualify for Montgomery City Council District 1 Special Election
The seven candidates are Tijuanna Adetunji, Carlton Avery, Edwin “Ed” C. Bertarelli, Ed Grimes, Brenda Irby, Josephine Jordan, and Donnie Mims.
Troy University Returning to 100% Capacity for the Fall 2021 Season
Troy's Veterans Memorial Stadium will operate at 100 percent capacity and full tailgating will return to campus for the upcoming 2021 football season, Director of Athletics Brent Jones announced Thursday. "We are extremely excited to announce that we will be operating at…
Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Sees 25% Increase in Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program
This increase comes a year after the pandemic caused college enrollment nationally to decline 2.5%. According to the National Student Clearinghouse, the decline in fall 2020 was nearly twice the rate of decline the previous year.
Montgomery County Receives $300,000 to Help Supply Food to Low-income Families
The awards are part of more than $40 million allocated to Alabama under a special Community Development Block Grant program funded from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
Union Members Arrested During Alabama Coal Strike Protest
BROOKWOOD, Ala. (AP) - A union says nearly a dozen miners who've been striking an Alabama coal company for about two months were arrested during a protest outside a mine in Tuscaloosa County. The United Mine Workers of America says…
Standoff Ends After Machete Attack in Florence
FLORENCE, Ala. (AP) - A Florence man accused of attacking his three children and brother with a machete held police at bay for more than three hours before officers arrested him to end the standoff. Authorities say Kyle Seeley seriously…
Ivey faces Decision on Promotion Requirement for 3rd Graders
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is weighing whether to delay next year's high-stakes requirement to hold back third-graders who aren't reading on grade level. Ivey has through Thursday to sign legislation by Democratic Sen. Rodger Smitherman of…
Clarke Co. Sheriff Resigns Amid Impeachment Probe
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama sheriff has resigned ahead of an impeachment proceeding that sought to remove him from office. Attorney General Steve Marshall's office announced Wednesday that Clarke County Sheriff William Ray Norris is resigning effective June 1.…
Governor Ivey Signs Bill to Ban Curbside Voting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation to ban curbside voting in the state. Ivey's office announced Wednesday that she had signed the bill by Republican Rep. Wes Allen of Troy. It would forbid election workers…
UPDATE: Dispute Over Officer-Involved Shooting Incident in Montgomery
Attorneys for a man who died during an incident involving Montgomery police last week are speaking out against the police department for what they say was the murder of an unarmed Black man. But Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and District Attorney Daryl Bailey say those attorneys are ignoring the facts of the case.
Former Troy Mayor Jimmy Lunsford Dies, Those Who Worked Alongside Him React
The City of Troy is mourning the loss of one their own as Jimmy Lunsford, mayor for 27 years, passed away on Tuesday.
Pike Road Takes Another Step Toward Vote on Property Tax Hike
The town of Pike Road has taken another step toward a vote on whether to raise property taxes for schools.
Clarke County Sheriff Resigns as He Faced Impeachment
The sheriff of Clarke County has resigned ahead of an impeachment proceeding that sought to remove him from office.
Man Dies after Being Shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man has died after being shot late last night.
Alabama Man Sentenced to Die in Fatal Gas Station Holdup
COLUMBIANA, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama man convicted of capital murder in the slaying of a gas station clerk who was killed during a robbery has been sentenced to death. A judge sentenced 48-year-old Michael Anthony Powell 2016 gunshot killing…
