MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A proposal to block state and local police officers from enforcing any new federal gun restrictions is drawing criticism. The Judiciary Committee on Wednesday held a public hearing on a bill. Randy Hillman, a former prosecutor…
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - With Alabama struggling to improve its last-in-the-nation vaccination rate, officials say workers at some immunization sites are providing only a fraction of the shots…
The Montgomery Biscuits have teamed up with the Black College Nines and the BCSG-360 to introduce the inaugural Black College World Series. This is a new type of national championship tournament for…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man gets two consecutive life sentences -- after pleading guilty to two counts of felony murder. But the victims' families don't like the deal -- and are…
The Millbrook Police department is investigating a Theft. The theft occurred at the Walmart located at 145 Kelley Blvd. Investigators say two unknown subjects entered the store, and while inside, the suspect pictured managed to enter a register and take…
Macon County announced the second round of COVID-19 vaccines at the National Guard Armory in Tuskegee. The mass vaccination clinic is Thursday, April 22 at 8am. Officials say if you missed the first vaccine you can go to the Macon…
Dream Court Montgomery is hosting its annual unified doubles play day Saturday, May 8 from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Unified doubles will have teams that consist of one athlete with special needs paired with a traditional tennis player. The event will…
The Montgomery County Commission announced the new , ERAMCo. ERAMCo provides financial assistance to qualifying Montgomery County residents to prevent homelessness, housing instability, potential eviction, and financial hardships due to the COVID-19…
Mayor Steven L. Reed and Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore today announced the launch of a new education technology initiative called MGM Codes. “Today is a transformative moment…
Alabama High School Athletic Association Executive Director Steve Savarese has announced plans to retire from the position he has held for the last 15 years. He made the announcement at…
Crimestoppers is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in Christian Curtis' Murder investigation. On Wednesday, January 13, Montgomery police responded to…
It looks like something to celebrate: small businesses posting "Help Wanted" signs as the economy edges toward normalcy. Instead, businesses are having trouble filling the jobs, which in turn hurts their ability to keep up with demand for their products…
Montgomery Fire and Rescue have announced the second arrest in a December 2020 Arson investigation. The arrest occurred on December 23. Montgomery police charge a second juvenile…
The Alabama Senate has approved a bill that will require police agencies to record racial data during traffic stops. Senators approved the legislation on a 19-7 vote. It moves to the Alabama House. State Sen. Rodger Smitherman (D-Birmingham) said his…
Hospitalizations linked to COVID-19 have jumped about 20% in less than two weeks in Alabama. Statistics from the Alabama Department of Public Health show 362 people were hospitalized Monday for the illness caused by the new coronavirus. That's up from…
Birmingham will issue blanket pardons for more than 15,000 people with misdemeanor marijuana convictions dating back to 1990. Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announced the pardon program on Tuesday, April 20, which is a day that many associate with marijuana use.…
Montgomery police and Montgomery Fire Rescue are investigating a structure fire that occurred at 4170 Park Towne Way. Montgomery Fire Rescue responded to a call of a fire around 2:30 am on April 21. A witness met fire units and…
Ivy Classical Academy Presented their plans for a new charter school at the Prattville City Council meeting Tuesday. Ivy classical academy received approval to open up a charter school in Prattville, now they just need approval for the High Point…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Folks in Lowndes County are unhappy with the gambling and casino bill that's moving through the Alabama legislature. People feel disrespected -- and treated unfairly -- by the current…
Brundidge police are investigating a homicide after a man's body was discovered Tuesday afternoon. Brundidge Police Chief Marquez James said officers were called to the 300 block of Floyd St. just before 2:00PM. Once officers arrived, they found 44-year-old Cordero…
Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin has been convicted of murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd, the explosive case that triggered worldwide protests, violence and a furious reexamination of racism and policing in the U.S. The jury…
Leadership Montgomery is recruiting for the next "best class ever." The non-profit organization was established in Montgomery 37 years ago to bring leaders together to affect change in the community. The Legacy Class is for community leaders 40-years-old and older.…
Alabama State Troopers say an Auburn man was killed this morning in a one-car crash in Lee County. Investigators say 21-year-old Jerimiah Jones was killed when his car left the road, hit a mailbox and ditch before hitting a tree.…
Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is continuing to recognize law enforcement officers of the year. This is for outstanding service during 2020. Corporal Mike Morrow has been awarded the title of Montgomery County Sheriff's Office 2020 CrimeStopper of the Year. Morrow…
Two people have been injured when an Army helicopter crashed during a training exercise. Officials at Fort Rucker say the crash happened this morning. It involved a UH-72 Lakota helicopter. The two-person crew on board were conducting flight training. The…
