Historic Marker Unveiled at Home of Late Robert and Jeannie Graetz
Rev. Robert Graetz and his wife Jeannie are widely recognized for their support of the civil rights movement.
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Officer Involved Shooting in Dadeville
Tallapoosa County Sheriff Deputies and ALEA State Troopers involved in Dadeville shooting.
Troy Woman Killed in Pike County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say a Troy woman has been killed in a one-car crash in Pike County.
Alabama Schools: Fewer COVID-19 Cases Reported in Local School Systems
The latest ADPH school dashboard shows there were 10 or fewer COVID-19 cases in local public school systems for the week of May 14.
Lawmakers Return to Montgomery Monday for Final Day of 2021 Session
Alabama lawmakers are returning for the final day of the legislative session with a number of large and controversial issues before them.
UPDATE: Face Mask Policies Changing at Local Stores
Some local stores are changing their face mask policies following new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control.
It Will Still Take Congress to Allow Alabama to Switch to Permanent Daylight Saving Time
Alabama is joining the states seeking to permanently switch to daylight saving time if Congress ever authorizes it.
Alabama Tourism Department Launches Civil Rights Podcast
Alabama’s state tourism agency has launched a podcast that both tells stories about the civil rights movement and encourages people to visit places linked to the era.
U.S. Energy Secretary: Gasoline Supply Should Return to Normal by Late Sunday
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm says the nation is “over the hump” on gas shortages following a ransomware cyberattack that forced a shutdown of the nation’s largest gasoline pipeline.
PHOTO GALLERY: Farmers Market at the Shoppes at EastChase
The 17th annual Farmers Market at The Shoppes at EastChase has now opened for the season, with local vendors, music and much more.
Update: More Details in Fatal Autauga County Crash
Alabama State Troopers have now released more details about the crash that killed two women in Autauga County yesterday afternoon.
Hundreds of Graduates Walk Across the Stage in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- It's Graduation Day today in the city of Selma. Hundreds of graduates will walk across the stage -- and get a diploma --an achievement that will carry them --…
Gaming and Lottery Unlikely to Pass on Last Day of Session
Gaming and Lottery, plus a host of local bill await lawmakers on the last day of the Legislative Session.
Troopers on the scene of a fatal accident in Autauga County
UPDATE: Alabama State Troopers say a woman from Prattville and a woman from Autaugaville were killed in the wreck. MORE DETAILS Original Story: State troopers are on the scene of an accident in Autauga County that claimed the lives of…
Two People Injured in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that critically injured two people. MPD spokesperson Cpl. Tina McGriff said it happened just after 1:00PM in the 2900 block of Pelzer Avenue. Once officers arrived on the scene, they discovered two individuals, one…
New Details: Police Release Cause of Death for Missing One-Month Old Infant
According to court records, Caleb Whisnand, Sr. intentionally caused death to the victim, one-month old infant Caleb Whisnand, Jr. Blunt force trauma to the head caused the death.
Governor Ivey Announces New Suicide Prevention Initiative for Service Members, Veterans and Their Families
Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday a new statewide suicide prevention initiative for Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF).
Nationwide Manhunt Ends in Montgomery
The nationwide manhunt for the man accused of murdering a Yale University student, back in February, has now been arrested. The U.S.Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force, in conjunction with the…
Montgomery Christian School Hosts Art Splash 2021: "Art in the Garden"
This week the Montgomery Christian School hosted "Art in the Garden" for its annual Art Splash. The event raises funds for scholarships for MCS Students. Those in attendance were able to walk through the…
Pipeline Hack Fuels Gas Crunch; US Suspects Russian Origins
CLEMMONS, N.C. (AP) - Motorists are finding gas pumps shrouded in plastic bags at tapped-out service stations across more than a dozen U.S. states. Shortages and panic-buying continued Thursday even as the…
Master Motivator Set to Retire at Marengo High School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A high school principal in Marengo County -- is calling it quits at the end of the school year -- after an amazing academic feat. The principal at Marengo…
Pike Road Students Propose Inclusive Playground Before Town Council
A group of Pike Road students are leading the efforts to build a playground accessible to people of all abilities. Pike Road Intermediate School's SGA president and vice president, Tristan Bradsher and Gunner Gibbs,…
Alabama Hospital Association Celebrates 100 Years
The Alabama Hospital Association celebrated 100 years on Thursday by planting an oak tree on their campus signifying their statewide strength and unity. The association was founded in 1921 with the mission to support…
Dallas Co. Jury Convicts Orrville Man in 2015 Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Dallas County jury has convicted an Orrville man of murder -- and abuse of a corpse. District Attorney Michael Jackson says Raphael Clark shot and killed Derrick Dower of Selma -- during a robbery…
Montgomery Public School System Is Working On Changing School Names
The Montgomery Public School system is Currently working on changing the names of three of the high schools. Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee and Sidney Lanier are all names of notable confederate men.
