An Alabama prison inmate has died after an apparent assault last month at Bullock Correctional Facility. The Alabama Department of Corrections said Edwin Brazil, 40, died June 22 at a hospital from injuries sustained in an apparent assault by a…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Camden after a disabled veteran is killed -- and her husband is hurt -- in a shooting. Camden Assistant Police Chief Keldric Powell…
Montgomery kids were given a chance to learn a new skill Friday morning. The city of Montgomery and the Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries hosted 'Go Fish, Alabama.' Local children were taught by volunteers the necessary steps and…
The Selma Police Department has made an arrest in the shooting death of 26-year-old Tyquan Fikes of Selma. Michael Laval Jackson, Jr., 20, of Selma is charged with Murder in Fikes' death.Â
United States Attorney Sean P. Costello of the Southern District of Alabama announced that Terrence Dramon Tolbert, 40, of Brewton, was sentenced on June 29, to 135 months’ imprisonment for his possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine on February 24, 2020. In January of 2021, Tolbert pled guilty to the charge in federal court in Mobile.
Attorney General Steve Marshall reminds consumers that July 15 is the deadline to submit claims in the State’s historic $60 million settlement with Terminix International. The Attorney General’s settlement provides compensation for Terminix’s alleged illegal business practices that victimized thousands…
Mobile police are investigating a shooting at the home of an Alabama lawmaker. Officers responded to the home of state senator Vivian Davis Figures on Thursday, July 1, around 5 a.m. Mobile police counted 23 shots fired into the lawmakers's home.
Mobile Police are investigating after about two dozen gunshots were fired into the house of State Sen. Vivian Davis Figures (D-Mobile), who wasn't home at the time.
It’s interesting this study shows more smartphones get lost, get stolen, or just stop working on the Fourth of July more than any other day of the year.
Prattville police are investigating a felony theft at a jewelry store. A search for suspects has expanded to Phenix City and Columbus, Ga The search expands to Phenix City and Columbus, Ga. due to investigators believing offenders in the felony theft may be part of an organized group operating in that area.
The Alabama Department of Public Health has updated its county-by-county COVID-19 risk indicator map. Currently, 21 of Alabama's 67 counties are considered at "very high risk" for COVID-19 exposure.
There is a shortage of teachers and Montgomery Public Schools is trying to rectify the problem. MPS will host a teacher recruitment fair on July 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Eastdale Mall.
U.S. Postal Service facilities will be closed for retail transactions on Monday, July 5, for observance of the 4th of July holiday. There will be no regular mail delivery and limited mail collection runs will be conducted in Alabama, which includes ZIP Codes that begin with 350-369 and 386-397.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say a 7-year-old boy has been killed when a fire engulfed his mobile home near Birmingham. The child was pronounced dead on Wednesday at the scene of the blaze at the Jefferson County residence. Sgt.…
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has raised $1.2 million in her bid for reelection, her campaign announced Thursday. The Republican incumbent’s fundraising could deter challengers from either side of the aisle in the 2022 election. In a…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Historic Brown Chapel AME Church in Selma -- just broke ground on a $1.3 million dollar restoration project -- that will help preserve it's history -- and carry it…
A local country singer is giving back to her community through a charity golf tournament. Cameron DuBois wanted to start a charity event to raise money for the Montgomery Area Down Syndrome Outreach Group. She was inspired to do so…
Back during World War II, Sidney Walton was stationed in camp Sibert, Alabama. He is now one of the oldest Veterans at 102 years old. Walton has spend the last 3 years traveling to all 50 states to raise money…
A new era in college sports has arrived. For the first time, NCAA athletes will be permitted to profit from their fame.
Authorities in Fort Deposit say the man accused of opening fire at a funeral and killing one person is in custody.
FILE - This March 19, 2020, file photo, shows a 2020 census letter mailed to a U.S. resident. Alabama on Wednesday became the second state to challenge the U.S. Census Bureau's decision to delay by six…
An Alabama man who stormed the U.S. Capitol with other members of the Oath Keepers extremist group has pleaded guilty to conspiracy and is cooperating with prosecutors in another major boost for the Justice Department in its sweeping Jan. 6…
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (AP) — A Scottsboro dentist was killed Tuesday when he was hit by a car while riding his bike, police said. Dr. Wayne Augustus Patterson III, 65, died in a bicycle accident. Bart Buchanan, who was a close…
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From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr. -- steps into a controversy at a historic cemetery to try an diffuse the situation. "At the center of this matter is volunteerism," he…
