Fauci: Whatever Vaccine is Available, Take it
WASHINGTON — Dr. Anthony Fauci says if a coronavirus vaccine is available, regardless of which one, take it. The top U.S. infectious disease expert told NBC on Thursday a third vaccine becoming…
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Lawmaker Seeks Harsher Penalties for Riots
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama lawmaker is proposing tougher penalties for rioters. Republican Rep. Allen Treadaway, a retired Birmingham assistant police chief, on Wednesday introduced the bill that would make it a felony to knowingly participate in a riot…
UPDATE: Wreck Delays Traffic on I-65 Near Fairview, Commuters Must Take Alternate Route
Update: Morning commuters who usually take I-65 will need to use an alternate route, traffic is delayed on I-65 near Fairview due to a wreck that took place early Thursday morning. This page will be updated once there is additional…
Alabama Senate Approves Medical Marijuana Bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Alabama Senate has approved medical marijuana legislation. Senators voted 21-8 Wednesday to approve the bill. The proposal now moves to the Alabama House of Representatives, where lawmakers have previously been more skeptical of the proposal.…
Committee Advances Transgender Treatment Ban For Minors
An Alabama House of Representatives committee has advanced a bill that would make it a felony for doctors to treat transgender youth with hormonal therapy and puberty blockers to help their transition. The House Judiciary Committee approved the bill on…
ALEA State Troopers Investigate Fatal Truck Crash in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Camden man is killed in a one-vehicle accident -- when he drives his log truck off a bridge -- and into the creek below. "No words…
Alabama Senate Approves Medical Marijuana Bill
The Alabama Senate has approved medical marijuana legislation. Senators voted 21-8 today to approve the bill. The proposal now moves to the Alabama House of Representatives, where lawmakers have previously been more skeptical of the proposal. The bill by Sen.…
MPS Announces Students Will Return to the Classroom
Montgomery Public School Officials have announced students will be returning to face-to-face learning in April. After a long break back and fourth tug of was or sorts, students are officially going back into the classrooms. This news comes just…
CVS Offering COVID-19 Vaccines at Some Local Stores
CVS Health has added some of its Alabama pharmacies to the list of stores offering the COVID-19 vaccine to those in the groups eligible to receive it. This includes several locations in our area: Camden Evergreen Greensboro Jackson Lanett Tuskegee…
Starting Friday: State Sales Tax Holiday Weekend on Storm Preparedness Items
This is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama, which leads up to the annual state sales tax holiday weekend on certain storm preparedness items. This will be the 10th state sales tax holiday weekend. It was started in 2012, in…
Jobs Available in Demopolis That Pay $15 to $30 per Hour
A job fair will be held in Demopolis on Thursday to find workers for jobs that pay between $15 to $30 per hour. The jobs are with Pinnacle Renewable Energy, which is building a wood pellet plant next to a…
Drive-Thru COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Offered in Troy on Thursday
A drive-thru COVID-19 vaccination clinic will be offered in Troy on Thursday. The clinic will be at the Walmart Supercenter on U.S. Highway 231. The Pfizer vaccine will be offered to those who are eligible to get it. SET UP…
Legislative Leaders, Military Officers Push for Protection of Alabama's Military Assets
Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth joined with legislative leaders and military officers on Wednesday in order to highlight the importance of a package of bills that is designed to retain, protect, and…
Medical Breakthroughs: Acid Reflux and Cancer+Limiting Doctor's Shifts+Diet During Pregnancy
Acid reflux disease may increase the risk of certain types of cancer. Researchers from the National Cancer Institute found that people who have GERD - which stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease…
$176,000 in Grants Awarded to Four Alabama Counties to Assist with Domestic Violence Victims
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $176,000 to support programs that aid domestic violence victims in four Alabama counties. Grant funds of $25,000 will help the Crenshaw County Commission continue its work through the Crenshaw County Sheriff’s Office of arresting perpetrators…
Montgomery Gearing Up to Distribute Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine March 1-5
After a successful Drive-up Vaccine Clinic February 8-12 in Montgomery, organizers are gearing up to host a “Second Dose Clinic” next week. This event is ONLY open to those who received their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine at the drive-up clinic.…
Breaking: 2 Dead After House Fire Tuesday Night in the Redland Community
BREAKING: Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin confirms two fatalities in a house fire last night in the Redland community. Redland Volunteer Fire Dept. responded to the house fire on Polly Lane…
Alabama House Approves 'Aniah's Law' Named for Slain Teen
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Alabama House of Representatives has approved bills to give judges more discretion to deny bail for people accused of violent crimes. Representatives on Tuesday approved two bills to in favor of creating Aniah’s Law,…
Lottery, Casino Debate Delayed for at least Two Weeks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A vote on lottery and casino legislation is being delayed in the Alabama Senate. Republican sponsor Sen. Del Marsh told reporters Tuesday that he plans to work on the proposal over the next two weeks. He…
House Approves Mandatory Kindergarten Bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers have advanced a proposal to require students to complete kindergarten or demonstrate first-grade readiness, before starting first grade. The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved the bill by Rep. Pebblin Warren on a 101-0…
American Family Care Now Offering COVID-19 Vaccine to Phase 1c Recipients
Select American Family Care locations are now offering the COVID-19 vaccine to people in Phase 1c. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) classifies 1c recipients as people over the age of 65, ages 16-64 with…
Triple amputee, Jessica Crumpton West, passes away
Jessica Crumpton West, a young Montgomery woman who was left a triple amputee after her uncle was convicted of pouring hot collards on her in 2011, has died. West died unexpectedly last…
Suspect Wanted in Dallas Co. Coach's Death Captured in Montgomery
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- U.S. Marshals capture the suspect wanted for the murder of a beloved Dallas County basketball coach. District Attorney Michael Jackson says Jerry Johnson was caught Tuesday at a residence…
Israeli Diplomat Visits Selma to Explore Black History
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Israel's Ambassador to the U.S. stopped in Selma Monday -- to learn more about the struggles of being black in America. The visit is part of Ambassador Gilad Erdan's…
Eastdale Mall Thriving Amidst the Pandemic
The one year mark of the pandemic approaches yet stores in Eastdale mall are continuing to grow. Eastdale mall like so many other businesses had to close last April, but they are looking towards a new future. The one thing…
