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…
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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…
Selma Police Investigating City's 4th Murder of the Year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police are investigating the city's fourth murder of the year. And they need your help to find whoever is responsible. Sgt. Ray Blanks says 38 year old Donnie Streeter -- died at the Vaughan…
COVID Protocols In Place at Montgomery Regional Airport
As summer approaches, state's begin to lift their mask mandates, and vaccines continue to be administered more people are choosing to travel by plane. TSA has reported over 200,000 more travelers are…
Montgomery Man Charged in Death of 5-Month-Old Son
Montgomery police are conducting a homicide investigation following the death of five-month-old Austin Diaz Flora. On Wednesday, April 7, at about 11:30 a.m., police say they responded to a hospital after receiving a report of a baby with life threatening…
U.S. Marshal Searching for Timothy Wyatt
The U.S. Marshal's Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force continues its search for Timothy Jabbar Wyatt. The Autauga County Sheriff's Office resubmitted a request to CrimeStoppers to air Wyatt's case again with additional photos. The Autauga County Sheriff's Office…
Gov. Kay Ivey Issues Statement on Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a statement on the federal government recommendation that use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine be paused. In a joint statement, the Centers for…
Jackson Hospital Pausing Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
Jackson Hospital says it will follow the government recommendation that use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine be paused. In a joint statement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration says it is…
Winn-Dixie Suspending Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
With the U.S. recommending a pause in giving out the single-dose Johnson & Johnson/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine, Winn-Dixie Stores across Alabama says it will join others in suspending using the vaccine at its free clinics. In a joint statement, the Centers…
Auburn Police Department Arrests Man on Felony Warrants
An Auburn man who reportedly stole multiple bank cards and made unauthorized purchases is now in custody. According to the Auburn Police Department, the theft was reported on Feb. 22, 2021, on…
Rigby Street Shooting in Montgomery Leaves One Man Injured
Montgomery police is investigating an early morning shooting that left a man injured. MPD Spokesperson Lt. Jarrett Williams said it happened in the 1600 block…
U.S. Calls for Pause on Johnson & Johnson Vaccine After Clotting Case
WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. is recommending a "pause" in the administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots. In a joint…
2 Men Charged with Running Practice without Medical License
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Officials say two men operating an Alabama business have been arrested and accused of practicing medicine without a license. William Timothy Rogers and Steven Douglas Elliott were arrested for the felony charge following a search warrant…
Lawyer: 2 Arrested Had no Role in Confederate Chair Theft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A lawyer representing one of two people arrested on charges of possessing a stolen Confederate monument removed from an Alabama cemetery says the pair had nothing to do with the theft. Attorney Michael Kennedy said Monday…
One Teen Killed, Two Teens Charged in Selma Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma teen is dead -- and two others are behind bars on murder charges -- following a weekend shooting in Selma. Seventeen year old Amari Bonner was shot…
Senators Propose Bill to Help Allocate Funds for Black Historical Sites
Senators Clyde Chambliss and Bobby Singleton are sponsoring a bill that will take funds from the statewide property tax that is tied to the confederacy, to help preserve and promote black history. Alabama…
Summer Program Brings Over 200 Jobs For Montgomery Youth
Mayor Reed invites Montgomery teenagers and young adults to apply for the Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program The program will provide job opportunities to approximately 200 youth and young adults in Montgomery…
Alabama Senate Expected to Debate Casino, Lottery Bill Tuesday
State senators on Tuesday are expected to debate lottery and casino legislation. Sen. Jim McClendon (R-Springville) said he expects to bring up a bill for debate that would establish a state lottery as well as allow multiple casino sites. McClendon…
