Breaking Overnight: 8 Dead in Shooting at FedEx Facility in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Eight people were shot and killed in a late-night shooting at a FedEx facility…
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Alabama Lawmakers Vote to Ban Trans Girls from Female Teams
Alabama could soon become the next conservative state to prevent transgender girls from playing on female sports teams. The Republican-dominated Alabama Legislature gave final passage Thursday to a bill that would prohibit K-12 schools from letting a "biological male" participate…
Uniontown Mayor & Residents Express Frustrations Over Sewer Project
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Efforts to fix long-standing waste water and sewer problems in the city of Uniontown -- continue to frustrate residents and city officials alike. The project to fix the problems…
911 Dispatchers Receive Awards for National Public Service Telecommunications Week
National Public Safety Telecommunications Week was held April 11 through April 17th. Four members of the telecommunications department received awards today including dispatcher of the year and supervisor of the year. Mayor Steven…
Montgomery Adult Community Education Offering Courses
If you are an adult and looking to further your career, there's a new program in Montgomery that can help. The Montgomery Adult Community Education program (M.A.C.E.) is offering medical, technical, and professional courses. The private licensed program can be…
Governor Ivey Signs Bill Waiving Interest on Late Payments for 2020 Extended Tax Filings
Governor Kay Ivey has signed SB 352 to waive interest on late payments on individual 2020 income taxes. Earlier this year, the U.S. Treasury Department and IRS extended the federal filing and payment date from April 15 to May 17.…
Legislature Approves Law Named After Aniah Blanchard
The Alabama Legislature awarded final approval on Thursday to “Aniah’s Law,” a constitutional amendment sponsored by State Rep. Chip Brown (R - Mobile) that allows prosecutors and judges broader discretion in requesting and denying bail to those accused of committing…
MPD: Suspect Wanted for Assault at Eastdale Mall
The Montgomery Police Department is seeking the identity and location of a suspect wanted for Assault. The assault occurred on March 18, around 5:23 p.m., in the 1000 block of Eastdale Circle. The charges for the suspect are Assault 2nd…
Red States on U.S. Electoral Map Lagging on Vaccinations
SAVANNAH, Georgia (AP) - A look at which U.S. states are leading at vaccinating against the coronavirus and which states are struggling is beginning to resemble America's electoral map. Vaccination numbers…
Proposal in Alabama to up Protection for Confederate Statues
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A proposal to fine cities $10,000 a day for taking down Confederate and other longstanding monuments drew heated debate in an Alabama legislative committee. On Wednesday, the House Government…
Four People Arrested During Drug Sweep in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Four people are arrested on drug and gun charges during a drug sweep last night in Selma. The recently formed SAFE Task Force continues to sweep high crime areas around…
Alabama Senate Approves Lottery and Casino Bill
The Alabama Senate has approved a lottery and casino legislation as lawmakers make a third attempt to advance a gambling bill this session. Senators on Tuesday voted 23-9 for the proposed constitutional…
Health Centers Across Alabama Receives over $92 Million in Grant Money for COVID Relief Programs
April 1, 2021, the Biden administration along with the Health resources and services administration invested more than $6 billion to community health centers nationwide. The state of Alabama received a total of $92…
Vaccinations Available at Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Vaughan Regional Medical Center held a mass drive-up vaccination clinic Wednesday at Bloch Park in Selma. The first dose of the Moderna vaccine was available for anyone eligible to…
Tallassee Police Seize Gambling Machines at Gas Station, Owner Arrested
Tallassee police have arrested and charged a gas station owner following the seizure of several gambling machines inside the facility. Tallassee Police Chief Matthew Higgins said following an investigation by the Narcotics Unit, the department executed a search warrant…
MPD: One Dead in Shooting on Oakleigh Road
Montgomery police is investigating a shooting that left one man dead. MPD Spokesperson Lt. Jarrett Williams said officers responded to the 5900 block of Oakleigh Road just before 2:00PM on Wednesday. Once they arrived on the scene, the victim, who…
Sweet potato could be Alabama's official state vegetable
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The sweet potato could soon be the official state vegetable of Alabama. The Alabama Legislature on Tuesday gave final approval to a bill to name the sweet…
CrimeStoppers: Reward Offered in March 2021 Murder Investigation
The Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a $1,000 reward for any information that may lead to the arrest of a suspect(s) in the death of Abimael Roblero. CrimeStoppers said the incident happened on Sunday, March 14 in the 200 block…
Alabama Veterans Homes Establishes COVID-19 Vaccination Program
The Alabama State Veterans Homes has established a new COVID-19 vaccination program. The Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs said the new program is in line with the CDC and will allow the four…
MPD: One Man Shot on Troy Highway
Montgomery police is investigating a shooting that injured a man. MPD Spokesperson Lt. Jarrett Williams said it happened in the 4400 block of Troy Highway earlier Wednesday. The adult male was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.…
3rd Person Arrested in Stolen Confederate Monument Case
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans police say a third person has been arrested in connection with a stolen Confederate monument. The New Orleans Police department said Stanley Pate…
Dr. Scott Harris Interview on Alabama News Rising
Alabama State Health Officer, Dr. Scott Harris had a live interview Wednesday morning on Alabama News Rising to discuss vaccinations in Alabama.
US to Withdraw all Troops from Afghanistan by Sept. 11
United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks during a media conference at NATO headquarters in Brussels, Wednesday, April 14, 2021. United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Brussels on Wednesday for talks with…
Johnston Taylor Granted Youthful Offender Status in Deaths of Rod, Paula Bramblett
Johnston Taylor, the teenage driver charged in the fatal wreck that killed “The Voice of the Auburn Tigers” Rod Bramblett and his wife Paula in 2019, has been granted youthful offender status. He is charged with two counts of manslaughter.…
Alabama Senate Approves Lottery, Casino Bill
The Alabama Senate has approved a lottery and casino legislation as lawmakers make a third attempt to advance a gambling bill this session. Senators voted 23-9 for the proposed constitutional amendment would establish a state lottery and allow nine casino…
