Staffing, supplies and stopping the spread of the Coronavirus...those are just a few of the many challenges schools are facing this year. State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey says the need for substitute teachers will cause problems for schools this…
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded an $800,000 grant to increase the presence of state troopers on Alabama’s highways and improve highway safety. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will use the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program funds for year-round patrols to enforce…
The Millbrook Police Department released photos of unknown males wanted in reference to a Theft By Deception investigation. On June 24, three unknown males entered Wal-Mart in Millbrook and scammed the cashier out of several thousands of dollars’ worth of…
On Sunday, June 28, around 11:40 a.m., Montgomery Police Patrol units responded to the 5900 Block of Oakleigh Road regarding a subject suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was identified as Keshon Gardner and was pronounced deceased on the…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Census officials are working with local business leaders in Perry County -- to try and make sure "Everyone Counts" in Perry County. TEKPAK, Incorporated hosted a Census Day event…
Montgomery now has 41 murders and is on pace to have one of its deadliest years to date. The uptick in violent crime and murders has many residents concerned and even afraid. Police…
Jack’s Family Restaurants celebrates teachers as they head back to school – whether virtually or in-person – with free coffee at all Jack’s locations August 17–21, no purchase necessary. All teachers can receive their free coffee from Jack’s, in the…
On Sunday, July 26, at around 10:00 p.m., Montgomery Police Patrol units responded to the 2200 Block of West Fairview Ave. regarding a subject suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was…
One of the attorneys representing Johnston Taylor, the teen charged with the death of Auburn announcer, Rod Bramblett and his wife Paula, has filed a motion for the judge in the trial…
Stein Mart has announced that it has filed voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy and may close all 281 stores. Locally, it has stores on Vaughn Road in Montgomery and at the Auburn Mall in Auburn. It is seeking the ability to…
The Prattville Police Department is currently investigating a Fraud Investigation that occurred at a retail store. On August 9, an unknown male entered the Dollar General on Martin Luther King Drive in Prattville. The suspect used counterfeit US Currency in…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma City Schools is set to reopen in less than two weeks. Teachers are already back on the job -- while students report back later…
Bail has been set for Mr. Sandman Mattress Store owner, David Justice. His bond was fixed in the amount of $25K per case for a total bond amount of $525K. Five of the charges are cash only bonds. The remaining…
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the legality of Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey's statewide order to wear face coverings in public places to combat the spread of the coronavirus. Montgomery Circuit Judge Greg Griffin entered the order following a…
Presumptive Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden has announced his running mate. Biden has chosen California Senator Kamala Harris to be his Vice President if elected. It's a move that fulfills the wish of Democrats clamoring to see a woman of…
Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday awarded $7 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) funds to support two programs of the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH). $1 million will be used for the ADMH’s Crisis…
Auburn University is gearing up for the August 17 start of a fall semester unlike any other, setting in place precautions amid the ongoing global pandemic and reminding students of the need to be tested for COVID-19. Helpful informational signage…
The iconic summer job for high school and college students has been on the wane for nearly 20 years. But the pandemic is squeezing even more young people out of the workforce. Some are borrowing more money. Others have turned…
Air travel is down sharply during the pandemic, but airport screeners are finding guns at a much higher rate. And about 80% of those guns are loaded. The Transportation Security Administration appealed Monday for travelers to pay attention to the…
A Montgomery woman has been charged in the fatal shooting on Harrison Road. Police have arrested and charged 27-year-old Teana Owens with Murder. Owens was taken into custody on August 10.…
Montgomery Police Department is investigating a double shooting in north Montgomery. It happened around 6:00PM in the 3200 block of Cotton Street near Lower Wetumpka Road. MPD spokesperson Capt. Saba Coleman says officers made contact with two adult males who…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson is warning the public -- to be on-guard against scams during the pandemic. Jackson says scam artists are looking to take advantage of…
Montgomery Public Schools will have a completely virtual program for at least the first 9 weeks. Many students had not been issued internet capable devices as school began Monday. MPS Superintendent…
The time is running out to fill out your census. Local census officials are worried of the potential negative impacts that the census ending early will have. The census will end nearly a…
President Donald Trump was abruptly escorted by a U.S. Secret Service agent out of the White House briefing room as he was beginning a coronavirus briefing Monday afternoon. He returned minutes later, saying there was a "shooting" outside the White…
