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…
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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.Â
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…
Central Alabama Community Foundation Announces Grants for 29 Nonprofits Totaling $146,003
MONTGOMERY, AL - The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) along with affiliates Autauga Area Community Foundation (AACF) and Elmore County Community Foundation (ECCF) on Thursday, May 6th announced Family Wellness grants for 29 nonprofits totaling $146,003.10. Funds from these grants…
Medical Breakthroughs: The Toll of Lockdowns on Children
A new study shows the emotional toll covid lockdowns had on children. A survey of Chicago public school students found a quarter of them were stressed, anxious, or agitated after remote learning began.…
Medical Breakthroughs: Do Nasal Flu Vaccines Work?
Needle-free vaccines may offer broad protection against the flu. A study at Georgia State University finds vaccines sprayed into the nose enhance the immune response in respiratory tracts, where viruses enter the body.…
Medical Breakthroughs:Which Young People are More Susceptible to Smoking
A new study finds planned cesarian deliveries are safe for low-risk pregnancies and may even be safer than planned traditional deliveries. Canadian researchers found planned c-sections were associated with a lower risk of…
Montgomery Zoo Closed Wednesday Due to Down Trees and Debris
The Montgomery Zoo is closed Wednesday after the heavy storms that blew through the River Region Tuesday night. The zoo says although the animals are safe, many trees have fallen and there is debris throughout the zoo. The staff is…
Multiple Millbrook Roads are Closed Due to Tuesday Night's Storm
Millbrook Police say trees and power lines are down throughout the south end of town. Especially near Cobbs Ford Road and 143 South to I-65. They say homes are damaged in the Lake and Forest Subdivision, Demonbreun Drive, and along…
These 6 MPS Schools are Closed Due to Power Outages Wednesday
The following Montgomery Public Schools (MPS) are closed today due to power outages: Lee High School, Highland Avenue Elementary, Highland Gardens Elementary, Capitol Heights Middle, Wares Ferry Road Elementary, and McIntyre. MPS encourages families and staff to monitor their school’s websites for…
National Bail Fund to Expand in the Deep South
A national effort helping to bail poor and low-income people out of jail has formally announced its expansion into the Deep South. "Bail Out the South" is the next phase of The Bail Project's plans to secure freedom for thousands…
Alabama House Delays Vote on Medical Marijuana Bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama House of Representatives has delayed a vote on a bill. Representatives debated the bill for more than six hours Tuesday night and adjourned shortly before midnight. The bill could return to the House floor…
Prattville Fire, Police Respond to Storm Damage
Prattville Fire Department Deputy Chief Josh Bingham was live on Alabama News Network at 10 Tuesday night with an update on storm damage throughout the city. He says the storms came through…
