AEA Surveys Educators on COVID-19 Concerns
A new survey from the Alabama Education Association gives us a look at educators concerns about returning to the classroom this year. The AEA got close to 41,000 responses to the survey. It…
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UPDATE: Missing 9-Year-Old Boy Found Safe
UPDATE: An emergency missing child alert has been canceled, after it was was issued Tuesday evening. Monday Morning, the agency reported the child was found safely. Police say Ezra Redden was last seen on June 19th in the area of…
Two People Killed in Single-Engine Plane Crash
This morning, the National Transportation Safety Board will be investigating a deadly plane crash in Baldwin County. Loxley Fire Chief Tony Lovell confirms two people died in a single-engine plane crash Tuesday night on Interstate 10 near Styx River. The…
Good Trouble? Protesters Arrested near Alabama State Capitol
Montgomery Police made several arrest outside of the State Capitol on Tuesday. Protesters attempted to spray paint the street in front of the Capitol steps. The protest was sponsored by the group…
Change on the Way to Selma City Hall
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma voters will be choosing a new mayor in the upcoming municipal elections in August. Mayor Darrio Melton won't be on the ballot -- and there are a dozen…
On Your Side: A Warning about Getting Seeds in the Mail
The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries has a warning if you get unsolicited seeds in the mail from China. State Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate says people from Alabama and several other states…
Tuskegee University Receives Record $20 Million Donation
Tuskegee University has announced it's received a $20 million gift from philanthropist, activist and author MacKenzie Scott. It is the largest donation in the university's history. Last year, Scott pledged to give half or more of her assets to charity…
U.S. Space and Rocket Center Could Close Permanently Due to a Lack of Money
The U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville says it could be forced to close permanently because of the coronavirus pandemic. It is Alabama's top paid tourist attraction. It has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise the $1.5 million it…
More Calls for Resignation of State Rep. Will Dismukes
There are more calls for the resignation of Republican State Representative Will Dismukes, after he posted on social media this weekend about attending a celebration for Nathan Bedford Forrest, a Confederate General and early leader of the Ku Klux Klan. …
Huntingdon College Fall Sports Will Move to Spring 2021
Huntingdon College has announced that its fall sports programs, including football, will move to spring 2021. That decision was made by its conference, the USA South Athletic Conference. In a statement, the USA South Athletic Conference says its presidents have…
Twelve People Running to Become Selma's Next Mayor
There are twelve candidates each hoping to become the next mayor of Selma. The city election is August 25. Current Mayor Darrio Melton is not seeking a second term. He made the announcement on Facebook earlier this month. Here are…
Alabama News Network Adds New TV Channel
Alabama News Network is adding a new TV channel to its lineup. The channel is called "getTV." You can see this channel over the air by using an antenna and tuning to 8.7. getTV features many classic TV shows such…
Auburn University's Summer Commencement Ceremonies Postponed Indefinitely
Auburn University has announced that commencement ceremonies have been postponed indefinitely. School officials say recent travel restrictions and concerns with large crowds led to the decision. However, families can visit campus Saturday August 8th to celebrate their graduate. Here are…
Long-time Ft. Deposit Mayor Set to Pass the Torch
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Longtime Fort Deposit Mayor Fletcher Fountain won't be on the ballot in the upcoming municipal elections in August. After serving five terms in office -- Fountain decided not…
State Looks to Dismiss Lawsuit Challenging Statewide Mask Mandate
Lawyers for Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey have asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit challenging a statewide order to wear face coverings in public places to combat the spread of the coronavirus. Real estate agent Debbie Mathis and retired sheriff's…
Lawmaker Criticized for Honoring Confederate, KKK Figure
An Alabama lawmaker is facing criticism over a social media post marking the birthday of a Confederate general who became an early leader in the Ku Klux Klan. Republican Rep. Will Dismukes said he had a great time speaking at…
Businessman Accused of Faking Own Death to Avoid Prosecution for COVID-19 Loan Fraud
Authorities have captured a businessman accused of faking his own death to avoid prosecution for fraudulently seeking hundreds of thousands of dollars in forgivable loans intended for businesses struggling during the pandemic. The U.S. Marshals Service says David Staveley, who…
ABC Board Approves Emergency Order That Restricts the Sale of Alcohol Past 11 PM
Out of concern for the health and safety of the general public, licensees and other key stakeholders, the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board on Monday, July 27, approved an emergency order that limits the hours of operations for restaurants, bars…
COVID-19: Macon County Courthouse, Annex Closed Until Further Notice
An image of the Macon County Courthouse in Tuskegee, Alabama. Designed by J.W. Golucke, the Tuskegee courthouse was built in 1905. The Macon County Courthouse, a Romanesque Revival structure, is listed on the National Register of…
Montgomery Police Identify Victim in City's 38th Murder of 2020
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the July 26 shooting death of Lee Ziegler, 50, of Montgomery. On Sunday, July 26, around 10 pm, MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 2200 Block of Fairview Avenue…
Two MLB Games Postponed as Miami Marlins Deal with Coronavirus Outbreak
Two major league games scheduled for Monday night have been postponed as the Miami Marlins deal with a coronavirus outbreak that stranded them in Philadelphia. The Marlins' home opener against Baltimore was called off, as was the New York Yankees'…
Montgomery Fire Department Investigating Cottondale Road House Fire
On Monday, July 27, around 9:00, Montgomery Fire/Rescue responded to a structure fire in the 1200 block of Cottondale Road. When units arrived, they found heavy smoke and flame coming from within…
Montgomery Says Goodbye, Thank You to Rep. John Lewis
Despite scattered rain showers, hundreds of people in Montgomery gathered Sunday to say goodbye to Rep. John Lewis and to publicly say thank you to his lifetime of service in the fight…
Civil Rights Icon John Lewis Makes Final Bridge Crossing in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Hundreds of people flocked to Selma to watch Congressman John Lewis make his final journey across the Edmund Pettus Bridge. Shouts of "Thank you" -- "Farewell" -- and "Good trouble"…
Historic Brown Chapel Church Hosts Services Honoring John Lewis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma paid tribute to the life and legacy of Civil Rights icon -- Congressman John Lewis. A private ceremony was held at the historic Brown Chapel AME…
