6-Year-Old Dies after Being Accidentally Shot by 3-Year-Old Sibling in Shelby County
A 6-year-old child has died in Shelby County after a 3-year-old sibling found an unsecured gun and shot the older child.
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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking to Block Alabama Prison Leases
A judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit that sought to block Gov. Kay Ivey's plan to lease prisons that would be owned by private companies and operated by the state.
Two People Shot on Kelly Circle in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Kelly Circle in Montgomery that left two men with non-life threatening gunshot wounds.
Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Medical Marijuana Bill
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill into law that will permit marijuana to be used for specific medical needs in Alabama.
Man Wanted for February 17th Atlanta Murder Captured in Covington County
Crimestoppers and the United States Marshals Task Force announced the arrest of a man wanted for Murder. Atlanta fugitive Andre Thomas faces Murder charges after his arrest in Covington County. The arrest occurred on Friday, May 14. The 22nd 22nd…
Alabama Police Kill Man Who Shot and Wounded 4 Officers
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Police in Alabama's largest city shot and killed a man who wounded four officers as they tried to carry out a search warrant at his apartment. Birmingham Police Sgt. Rod Mauldin says it happened Sunday. The…
Some Aren't Ready to Give up Masks Despite New CDC Guidance
Not everyone is giving up wearing a face mask despite the latest government guidance that means fully vaccinated Americans can uncover their faces in many cases. The CDC now says fully vaccinated…
City Backs Mental Health Program after Officer's Conviction
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) - Leaders in an Alabama city have agreed to support the establishment of a new mental health crisis program. Huntsville City Council members voted unanimously Thursday to back a diversion center that could help people experiencing mental…
Alabama Man Convicted of Stabbing Man and Dumping Body in Well
BEULAH, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama man has been convicted of killing a 72-year-old acquaintance whose body was found shot, stabbed, and dumped in a well on the suspect's property. On Friday, a Lee County grand jury found 59-year-old Hubert…
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.
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.
