Gambling and Gun Rights Bills to be Decided on Last Day of Session
Alabama lawmakers return to Montgomery on May 17 for the final day of the 2021 session.
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Covington County Juvenile Killed in Crash
Alabama State Troopers say a juvenile from Covington County has been killed in a wreck in Coffee County.
Judson College Closure Stuns Marion Community
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- News that Judson College -- will be closing after 183 years of education young women -- has left people in Marion stunned. After battling financial problems -- one of…
Couple from Wetumpka Wanted Following Brawl in Panama City Beach, Fla.
The incident involved a large group of people, both male and female. Police believe all participants in the altercation are from the Montgomery, Ala. area. Law enforcement identified two suspects: Qwashunda Sanders and Rashad Glasper, both of Wetumpka, as active participants in the altercation. Police signed arrest warrants for both.
Fallen Officers Memorial Ceremony Held at Alabama Capitol
The Alabama State Fraternal Order of Police held its annual Fallen Officer Memorial Ceremony at the Alabama Capitol this morning.
Gov. Kay Ivey Awards $12,801 to Prison System to Support Inmate Substance Abuse Treatment
The funds will be used to purchase updated program materials for the Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) program, which is conducted by trained drug counselors and program specialists.
3 Degree Guarantee: Autauga Interfaith Care Center Gets $1,350 Check
The start of a new month means it's time to hand out another check to our selected 3 Degree Guarantee charity.
ALEA, MCSO on Scene of Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Hyundai Boulevard
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and ALEA state troopers are on the scene of a accident. The accident occurred on I-65 between Mile Marker 164 and Hyundai Blvd.
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Files for Impeachment of Clarke County Sheriff
Attorney General Steve Marshall has begun proceedings for the impeachment of Clarke County Sheriff William Ray Norris. The Attorney General’s Special Prosecutions Division filed an Information* of Impeachment and Prayer for Ouster in the Alabama Supreme Court on April 27…
Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles Director Appointed to Troy University Board of Trustees
Cam Ward, a 1993 graduate of Troy University, has been appointed to the University’s Board of Trustees by Gov. Kay Ivey. Ward’s appointment was approved by the Alabama Senate on Thursday. He will succeed the Honorable Lamar P. Higgins, who…
"That's My Child" Held Annual Fundraiser Event Thursday Night
"That's My Child", had their annual fundraiser Thursday night at the Train Shed in downtown Montgomery. NFL and Heisman Trophy winner Danny Wuerffel was the guest speaker. Wuerffel says he has…
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Not Seeking Second Term, Doesn't Rule Out Job in Biden Administration
Less than a year ago she was among several political figures President Joe Biden considered to be his running mate. Bottoms disclosed her decision publicly in a lengthy open letter and accompanying video Thursday night after having told family and a close circle of supporters.
Art Splash 2021 "Art in the Garden" will be held May 13
Art Splash 2021 "Art in the Garden" is coming up Thursday, May 13th. This year's event will look a little different with a virtual auction, garden preview, and artist sponsor party. All…
Medical Marijuana Bill Headed to Gov. Ivey's Desk , Governor's Office Releases Statement
In a late session Thursday night, the Alabama Senate concurred with the House of Representatives on a bill that would make medical marijuana available in Alabama.
House Leaders Try to Break Stalemate on Casino, Lottery Bill
The fate of an Alabama lottery and casino bill remains in limbo. The House of Representatives on Thursday delayed a vote amid a flurry of last-minute negotiations. House leaders met multiple times trying to work out a compromise that could…
Two Former Dallas Co. Law Enforcement Officers Find Themselves on the Wrong Side of the Law
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A corrections officer at the Dallas County Jail is arrested. And a former Dallas County deputy pleads guilty to stealing -- and using his position fro personal gain. Forty-nine…
Alabama House Approves Medical Marijuana Bill
The Alabama House of Representatives has overcome years of resistance to approve a medical marijuana bill.
National Day of Prayer Observed in Montgomery
Today is the National Day of Prayer. Church leaders from across the state were in Montgomery to pray for the state and its leaders.
Section of Dozier Road Closed Due to Flooding
Montgomery City/County Emergency Management Agency said a stretch of Dozier Road in the county is currently closed. EMA Director Christina Thornton said the county engineering department made the decision to close a section of Dozier Road to the toll…
Troy Police Make Capital Murder Arrest
Troy police say they have arrested 27-year-old Tevin Devante Griffin of Brundidge.
Campaign 2022: State Rep. Wes Allen Running for Secretary of State
Alabama's state primaries are still about a year away, but candidates are starting to jump into the big statewide races.
Update: Power Restored to Majority of Macon County
Most of the power has now been restored to Macon County, according to the county's Emergency Management Agency Director Frank Lee.
Day Two of Storm Clean Up in Prattville: Damage at the Lambert Home
The Lambert Family home off of Old Farm Lane was in the direct path of the EF-1 tornado that hit Prattville on Tuesday. Mr. Lambert and his wife were safely in their home when the tornado passed, destroying trees in its path, some even hitting the home.
Judson College in Marion to Close after 183 Years
In what it calls a "heartbreaking" decision today, the Judson College Board of Trustees has voted to close the 183-year-old institution. The Christian college was founded in 1838 and had been the fifth-oldest women’s college in the country.
Montgomery Public Schools Seeking Input in Renaming Three High Schools
The process to rename three high schools in underway in Montgomery Public Schools. The schools are Jefferson Davis High School, Robert E. Lee High School and Sidney Lanier High School.
