COVID-19 Alters Veteran's Day Ceremony in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The threat posed by COVID-19 significantly changed the annual Veteran's Day ceremony in Selma -- but it didn't stop it. So, even though it looked a little different --…
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MPS Officials Say 15,000 Laptops Are On The Way
After waiting seven months, MPS officials say they have received good news about the 15,000 laptops they ordered. In April, the laptops were ordered once students began learning virtually. Though, whenever MPS…
Montgomery Co. Commission Swears-In Familiar Faces
The Montgomery County Commission held its Organizational meeting where the elected Commissioners took the oath of office. The same five previous Commissioners were sworn-in after running unopposed in the general election. The…
ALEA: Beware of Fake License Renewal Sites
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama law enforcement officials are cautioning everyone to beware of scams when they renew their drivers license online. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) said Tuesday some third-party websites are charging people extra fees to renew…
Hospitalizations and Deaths from COVID-19 Rise in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The number of people in Alabama hospitals with COVID-19 is creeping upward as health officials expressed concern about the trajectory of the pandemic headed into the flu and holiday season. State Health Officer Scott Harris said…
Local Prattville 'Jeopardy!' Champion Remembers Host Alex Trebek
As the world continues to mourn the loss of long-time "Jeopardy!" host, Alex Trebek, former contestant and AUM professor, Dr. Darren Harris-Fain, finds joy in being able to have been on the show and…
Murder Investigation Underway in Marengo Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Marengo County -- after authorities find a man lying dead on a county road in Magnolia. Chief Deputy Kenneth Collier says the body…
Experts Predict Gas Prices to Remain Stable
Gas prices in Montgomery have been trending downward lately and experts predict they will stay that way. The people over at the popular app and website Gasbuddy say coronavirus is directly responsible for the stable prices. "Prices have been remarkably…
U.S. Allowing First Emergency Use of COVID-19 Antibody Drug
U.S. health officials have allowed emergency use of the first antibody drug to help the immune system fight COVID-19. The Food and Drug Administration has cleared the experimental drug from…
Army Officials Encourage Residents to Enlist
Officials from the United States Army are encouraging Alabamians to consider enlisting. Anyone qualified and at least 17 years old, can join the army. Officials say the army provides over 150 opportunities for…
River Region Leaders Sign Military Appreciation Week Proclamation
In honor of Veteran's Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, the City of Montgomery and officials are showing their appreciation all week. On Monday, Nov. 9, Mayor Steven Reed joined the mayors of…
What Does Pfizer's Vaccine Announcement Mean for Alabama?
On Monday, pharmaceutical giant Pfizer announced that their vaccine was 90% effective in preventing coronavirus transmission. To view the original article on the Pfizer vaccine, CLICK HERE. Alabama officials say the vaccine will be…
Newly Elected Mayor Forced to Lay Off City Workers in Uniontown
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The newly elected mayor of Uniontown is forced to begin his tenure in office -- by laying off a third of the city's workers. Uniontown mayor Christopher Jones says…
Lee Co. District Attorney Faces Charge in Montgomery County in Addition to Lee County
The Attorney General's office has announced the arrest of Brandon Hughes, the District Attorney for the 37th Judicial Circuit, for perjury, an additional charge to those announced earlier. Hughes' office is based in Opelika. Hughes's arrest for perjury in Montgomery…
Montgomery Co. Commission Unveils New Elton N. Dean, Sr. Park
West Montgomery added some fun things to do for you and your family. On Monday, Nov. 9, the Montgomery county commission held the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Elton N. Dean,…
"Jeopardy!" Executive Producer Speaks about Death of Alex Trebek
Today's episode of "Jeopardy!" started with a somber tribute to the life of longtime host Alex Trebek, who died on Sunday at the age of 80. Executive Producer Mike Richards addressed the camera…
Gov. Kay Ivey Pardons Turkeys in Time-Honored Alabama Tradition
Gov. Kay Ivey once again took part in a time-honored Alabama tradition. On the grounds of the Alabama Governor's Mansion this morning, she pardoned two turkeys just in time for Thanksgiving. The…
Alabama Attorney General Joins Group Supporting Lawsuits over Pennsylvania's Mail-in Ballots
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joined nine other attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of two lawsuits seeking U.S. Supreme Court review of the constitutionality of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's decision to extend the deadline for mail-in…
Auburn at Mississippi State Postponed Due to Coronavirus
The Southeastern Conference has announced that the Auburn at Mississippi State football game on November 14 has been postponed due to positive COVID-19 tests and subsequent quarantining of individuals within the Mississippi State football program. The SEC says this is…
President-elect Joe Biden Implores Americans to Wear a Mask
President-elect Joe Biden is imploring Americans to wear masks to slow the spread of the coronavirus - even…
Pfizer Says Its COVID-19 Vaccine May Be 90% Effective
Pfizer says an early peek at its vaccine data suggests the shots may be 90% effective at preventing COVID-19. Monday's announcement doesn't mean a vaccine is imminent. The interim analysis, from independent data monitors, looked at 94 infections recorded so…
Man Shot and Killed on Rosa Parks Avenue in Montgomery
Montgomery police are conducting a homicide investigation following the shooting death of 25-year-old Devonta Timmons of Montgomery. On Saturday at about 11 p.m., police and fire medics responded to a call of a person shot in the 4100 block of…
Montgomery Police Investigating Homicide on Manley Drive
Montgomery police are conducting a homicide investigation following the shooting death of 20-year-old Tawaine McCullough, Jr. of Montgomery. On Friday at about 2:20 p.m., police and fire medics responded to the 3500 block of Manley Drive after getting a report…
2022 Tucson to be Built at Hyundai Plant in Montgomery
Hyundai announced Monday morning that the all-new 2022 Tucson will be built in Montgomery. Officials said the car manufacturer is expanding the number of models in the U.S. and the Tucson will…
Lee County District Attorney Indicted on Ethics, Theft and Perjury Charges
Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes has found himself on the other side of the law. He's been indicted on multiple charges including conspiracy to commit theft, perjury, and ethics violations. According to The Alabama Attorney General's Office, Hughes used…
