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Two Students Injured in Fight at Lee High School
Two students were injured in a fight that happened at Lee High School in Montgomery. Montgomery Public Schools spokesperson Jade Jones said the fight occurred Thursday during morning arrival. Eight students and two adults were involved in the incident near…
ASU Still Planning Labor Day Classic Events Despite Other Cancellations
Alabama State University is moving ahead with events to celebrate the 2021 Labor Day Classic, which is part of the HBCU Classic Weekend. Earlier this week, the City of Montgomery canceled HBCU Classic Weekend events that were to be held at city facilities.
Alabama Father of First American killed in Afghanistan: End 'Shameful'
The father of the first America service member killed in Afghanistan says the abrupt U.S. withdrawal from the country is shameful.
"Cutting" Incident Leaves One Man Hospitalized in Critical Condition
A Montgomery man has been left in critical condition after he was cut. According to Capt. Saba Coleman, MPD and Fire Medics were called to the 3200 block of Virginia Downs after receiving a call of a person cut. After…
Gulf Coast Now a Virus Hotspot
All along the Gulf Coast, beaches, bars and stores are packed. Yet just a few miles away, a hospital is running out of critical care beds, its rooms full of unvaccinated people fighting for their lives.
Union Springs Man Killed in Montgomery Crash
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a two-vehicle crash that claimed the life of a man from Union Springs Wednesday afternoon. It happened at about 4:30 p.m. on Birmingham Highway near Trinity Road. Police say 84-year-old Joe Caldwell, who was…
Shootout Suspect Points Out Bail Bond Problem in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two men were arrested following a weekend shootout in Dallas County. Now one of them says... the judicial system needs to be fixed. Fifty-seven year old William Tippett of…
Elmore County Schools to Require Face Masks for Most Students, Employees
Elmore County School Supt. Richard Dennis says face masks will now be required for most students and staff due to an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Prattville YMCA Hosts Annual Sink-A-Palooza
The Prattville YMCA hosted its annual Sink-A-Palooza fundraiser at the Willis Bradford branch to raise money for the "Coach a Child" campaign.
Wetumpka High School Football Team Set To Play At New Complex For Season Opener
After about four years of anticipation, the Wetumpka Indians High School football team will take to new turf this season with the new $6 million complex on Highway 14 finally complete.
Nearly 200 Inmates Test Positive for COVID-19 at Elmore Correctional Facility
Nearly 200 inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 at Elmore Correctional Facility after prison officials conducted mass testing in the wake of an outbreak.
Alabama Author Previews New Book Written about Civil Rights Trail
A local author is having a book signing this week, which includes a lot about Alabama's history. Alabama Tourism Department Director, Lee Sentell, is the author of "The Official United States Civil Rights Trail" and will be signing copies of…
COVID-19 Case Forces Goshen at Holtville Football Game to Be Cancelled
Friday's season-opening football game between Goshen and Holtville has been canceled, due to a COVID-19 case on the Goshen football team.
Biden to Require Nursing Home Staff to Get COVID-19 Vaccines; Alabama Nursing Home Association Reacts
The Biden administration will require that nursing home staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition for those facilities to continue getting federal Medicare and Medicaid funding.
Opelika Police Search for Suspect in a String of Car Break-Ins
Opelika police are searching for a suspect in several car break-ins.
Montgomery Police Officer Charged with Sex Abuse
The Montgomery Police Department says it has started disciplinary proceedings against an officer after charging him with sex abuse.
Alabama National Guard Soldier from Montgomery Dies on Active Duty
The Alabama National Guard has announced that a soldier from Montgomery died while on active duty in support of the Southwest Border mission.
REACTION: Montgomery City Council Votes Down Mayor's Anti-Discrimination Ordinance
We are getting reaction to the Montgomery City Council vote against Mayor Steven Reed's Anti-Discrimination Ordinance proposal.
U.S. Health Officials Recommend COVID-19 Booster Shots for Everyone
U.S. health officials have announced plans to dispense COVID-19 booster shots to all Americans to shore up their protection amid the surging delta variant and evidence that the vaccines’ effectiveness is falling.
Montgomery Man Charged with Capital Murder, Assaults
Montgomery police say they have charged a man with capital murder, first degree assault and two counts of second degree assault.
State Wants 3 Years in Jail for Ousted Alabama Sheriff
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) — Alabama prosecutors say a longtime sheriff removed from office after being convicted of theft and ethics violations should spend three years in jail. The state attorney general's office says Former Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely also…
UAB Health Mandates Shots as Events Canceled, Masks Ordered
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A major Alabama employer says it will require workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19. The University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System announced that both employees and others working in its hospitals and clinics must be…
Pike County Schools to Close Friday Due to COVID-19 Cases; Deep Cleaning Scheduled
In an announcement on social media, Pike County Schools will be closed on Friday due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases.
Montgomery Man Charged with Fleeing Traffic Stop in Millbrook
Millbrook police say a Montgomery man tried to run away from a traffic stop on Main Street.
