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.
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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.
One Man Killed, Another Injured in Overnight Shooting
One man is dead and another man is injured after an overnight shooting in Montgomery. Police say that 21-year-old Joshua Pettiway was shot and killed on Kelly Circle around midnight. They say the second victim has been hospitalized with non-life-threatening…
Death Investigation Opened After Woman's Body Found
Montgomery police have opened a death investigation after a woman's body was found on Bridlewood Drive Thursday night. They say 21-year-old Angel Goldsmith had been shot and was dead when police arrived. If you have any information on either of…
Man Shot on Maury Street Wednesday Night
A man was shot on the 400 block of Maury Street in Montgomery Wednesday night around 9:30 p.m. MPD and fire medics found the victim when they arrived at the scene on a call of a person shot. The victim…
Casino, Lottery Bill heads to Key House Vote
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Lottery and casino legislation is headed to a key vote in the Alabama Legislature. The Alabama House of Representatives is scheduled to debate the gambling proposal Thursday. The bill would establish a state lottery and casino…
Alabama Officer Charged with Murder Takes Stand in Trial
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) - Closing arguments are scheduled Thursday in the trial of an Alabama police officer accused in the fatal shooting of a suicidal man. Huntsville Officer William Darby testified on his own behalf Wednesday, telling jurors he opened…
Alabama Doctor, Husband Sentenced for Opioid Distribution
HOOVER, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama doctor and her husband, who managed her practice, will serve federal prison sentences for providing opioids to people without a legitimate medical purpose. The U.S. Department of Justice said Wednesday that Dr. Elizabeth Korcz…
Deluge Over: Southeast Cleaning up Debris of Rain
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - A Southern deluge that dumped several inches of rain in a few hours and spawned at least three tornadoes has eased. But homeowners and workers are now cleaning up a wide area across the Southeast. With…
Trooper Charged in Child Rape Hid Checkered FBI Past
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama state trooper arrested last week on charges he raped an 11-year-old girl had been kicked out of the FBI amid a string of sexual misconduct allegations but was hired anyway with the apparent help…
EF-1 Tornado Confirmed in Prattville Tuesday
The national weather service says a tornado touched down in Prattville and Millbrook, near Cobbs Ford Road.
Alexander City, First United Methodist Church On Fire During Severe Weather
The Severe Weather that occurred Tuesday night took a major hit to parts of Alabama with strong winds, heavy rain, and lots of lightning. One of the areas that was hit was the First United Methodist Church in Alexander City.
Montgomery Rotary Club Presents Check to Mercy House
A Montgomery community outreach program is getting a helping hand, thanks to some caring civic leaders.
Arsenal Place Provides Central Location for Community Services
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's a new space in Selma -- bringing community service organizations -- together under one roof making it easy for people to find the help they need. Arsenal Place…
Firing of Atlanta Police Office Who Shot and Killed a Black Man Reversed
The firing of the former Atlanta police officer who's charged with murder in the shooting death of Rayshard Brooks has been reversed. Garrett Rolfe was fired in June, a day after he shot Brooks in the parking lot of a fast food restaurant.
187th Fighter Wing Holds Change of Command Ceremony at Dannelly Field
The 187th Fighter Wing Change of Command Ceremony was held Wednesday, May 5 at Montgomery’s Dannelly Field. The purpose of the change of command is to allow its Sub-ordinance to witness the formal transfer of total responsibility, authority and accountability…
CrimeStoppers: High Value Items Stolen from Farm in Dallas County
The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the theft of a Ford 350 truck, a Circle W cow trailer and a Polaris Ranger. On April 29, around 4:30 a.m., unknown persons illegally trespassed onto the property of a farm…
Federal Agencies, MPD Searching for 5 Suspects in Gun Robbery at Montgomery Pawn Shop
On April 13, City Pawn FFL, located at 4501 Atlanta Highway in Montgomery, was robbed. Approximately four firearms were reported stolen. Five individuals went into the pawn shop where one attempted to purchase a firearm but could not produce an identification card. The individual then asked if one of the other individuals could purchase the firearm, which the owner denied the transaction. All of the individuals would leave the pawn shop but returned armed with a firearm and stole four firearms.
Home Security Camera Catches Man Breaking into Truck, Dallas Co. Sheriff's Office Search for Suspect
The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office is currently searching for the identity of a male suspect wanted for Unlawful Breaking and Entering of a Vehicle and Theft of Property. On April 30, around 2:50…
