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Vote for Your Favorite Video in the "Mask Up Alabama" Video Contest
You have the chance to vote in the "Mask Up Alabama" video contest. State medical groups are sponsoring the contest to show people why it’s important to wear a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic. Judges from the Alabama Hospital Association,…
One Person Dead in Crash Involving Macon County Deputy
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating a fatal crash involving a Macon County Deputy. ALEA State Troopers say the wreck happened Tuesday, January 20, around 5:30 PM. The crash between…
Joe Biden Becomes 46th President of the United States
Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts as Jill Biden holds the Bible during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday,…
Seven Candidates Qualify for Special Election for Montgomery City Council
Seven candidates have qualified for the special election for the District 3 seat on Montgomery City Council. The seat became vacant with the death of Councilman Tracy Larkin on January 5. Here's the list of people who qualified for the…
Trump Pardons Former Alabama State Rep. Ed Henry
FILE - In this May 2, 2019 file photo, former Alabama legislator Ed Henry smiles as he speaks with reporters outside the federal courthouse in Montgomery, Ala. President Donald Trump has pardoned the Alabama lawmaker who…
On Day One, Biden to Undo Trump Policies on Climate, Virus
WASHINGTON (AP) - In his first hours as president, Joe Biden will aim to strike at the heart of President Donald Trump's policy legacy. Aides say Biden on Wednesday plans to sign a series of executive actions that reverse his…
Sheriff: Armed Suspect Fatally Shot by Alabama Deputy
PELL CITY, Ala. (AP) - Authorities in Pell City say a sheriff's deputy fatally shot an armed man while responding to a domestic violence call. St. Clair County Sheriff Billy Murray said Tuesday that deputies were called to a Pell…
Inmate Captured after Fleeing Community Program in Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) - An inmate who escaped from a community-based prison program in Mobile is back in custody. A news release from the Alabama Department of Corrections says 53-year-old Michael Lee Jones was discovered missing from a work center…
Thousands Flocking to Virus Vaccination Sites Across Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Thousands of people showed up at sites from the coast to the Tennessee Valley as Alabama began vaccinating senior citizens for COVID-19. People spent the night in cars waiting for shots in Baldwin County as health…
City of Wetumpka Reflects on Damaging Tornado, Two Years Later
On January 19, 2019, an EF2 tornado hit parts of Wetumpka near downtown, damaging several businesses and homes, thankfully leaving no injuries or fatalities. The First Baptist Church and city police station were…
Selma Woman Seeks Justice in Her Son's Death
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma woman continues to pursue justice in the unsolved death of her son -- who was the victim in a traffic homicide back in November. Thirty year old…
City of Tallassee Breaks Ground on New High School Scheduled to Open in 2022
Excitement brought happy faces to the town of Tallassee as they made the construction for new Tallassee High School official. Tallassee City Schools held groundbreaking ceremony for the new Tallassee High School scheduled…
Two Houston Women Charged in Montgomery County with Trafficking In Stolen Identities
Alabama State Troopers conducted a traffic stop at approximately 8:56 p.m. Thursday, January 14, in Montgomery County on a 2019 Dodge Caravan. The driver of the Dodge was stopped on Interstate 65 near the 167 mile marker for improperly using…
President Trump Releases Farewell Video
President Trump has released a farewell video on his final full day in office. In it, he said he is praying for the incoming Biden administration to succeed to keep America safe and prosperous and says, "We extend our best…
Uniontown Awarded Over $130,000 in Response to COVID-19 Outbreak
The City of Uniontown was awarded $130,128.26 in funding by Governor Kay Ivey and the State of Alabama in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The funding was part of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES”…
McConnell Says Mob that Stormed Capitol Was "Fed Lies" by President Trump
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky) is explicitly pointing his finger at President Trump for helping to spur the recent attack on the Capitol. McConnell said today on the Senate…
Thousands of People Flocking to COVID-19 Vaccine Locations Across Alabama
Thousands of people showed up at sites from the Alabama Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley as Alabama began vaccinating senior citizens for COVID-19. People spent the night in cars waiting for shots in Baldwin County as health workers began…
City of Montgomery Announces Winners in Virtual Contest Celebrating MLK's 92nd Birthday
The City of Montgomery on Monday announced the winners of a virtual contest created to commemorate the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The 2021 MLK Student Perspectives Contest asked Montgomery students to submit a brief video presentation…
Montgomery Firefighters Investigate Halstead Drive Mobile Home Fire
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department is investigating a fire in the 00 block of Halstead Drive. Upon arriving on the scene, firefighters found a single-wide mobile home engulfed in flames. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the flames. All occupants…
Inaugural Event to Celebrate Resiliency of Black Americans
DETROIT (AP) - The resiliency, culture, and heroism of Black Americans and the African diaspora will be the central theme of a virtual event Tuesday evening that will celebrate the nation's diversity before President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. Vice President-elect Kamala…
Joe Biden to Propose 8-Year Citizenship Path for Immigrants
WASHINGTON (AP) - President-elect Joe Biden plans to unveil a sweeping immigration bill on Day One of his administration. A person granted anonymity to discuss the legislation says it would provide an eight-year path to citizenship for an estimated 11…
Gambling Machines, $11K in Cash Seized During Alabama Raid
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say that more than 60 gambling machines and $11,000 in cash have been seized during raids on illegal betting operations. The Limestone County Sheriff's Office said Sunday that investigators recovered the machines and cash near…
Colbert County Man Dies After Boat Overturns on Alabama Lake
TUSCUMBIA, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say a man is dead after a boat capsized on an Alabama lake. The fatal accident happened Saturday on Pickwick Lake in Colbert County. Lt. Chad Pate of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says three…
MLK Day of Service: Protecting the Home of Claudette Colvin in Montgomery
Today was the third and final Day of Service in Montgomery, being held in tribute to the national holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The focus was cleaning up the King Hill neighborhood around the former home of…
