Man sentenced to more than 100 years in prison after child sex conviction
A man has been sentenced to more than 100 years in prison after being convicted of a long list of sex charges involving children in Chilton County.
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Trump sets 30-day deadline for drugmakers to lower prescription drug prices
President Trump has signed an executive order setting a 30-day deadline for drugmakers to lower the price of prescription drugs or face new limits over what the government will pay.
Hamas says it released Israeli-American hostage in goodwill gesture toward Trump administration
An Israeli-American soldier held hostage for more than 19 months in the Gaza Strip has been released, Hamas said, in a goodwill gesture toward the Trump administration that could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire with Israel.
U.S. and China reach deal to cut sky-high tariffs for now, with 90-day pause
The U.S. has agreed to drop the 145% tariff to 30%, while China agreed to lower its tariff rate on U.S. goods from 125% to 10%..
More rounds of rain/storms Sunday night and throughout Monday
Showers and storms remain at least scattered about Sunday night into Monday morning. More rounds of showers and storms continue throughout Monday.
First farmers market of the year held at the Shoppes at EastChase
This time of year, shopping for fresh fruits and vegetables is a tradition at The Shoppes at EastChase in Montgomery.
Andalusia woman killed, teen injured in Covington County crash
A woman from Andalusia has been killed in a wreck in Covington County that also left a teenager injured.
Montgomery police investigating fatal shooting near Jackson Hospital
Montgomery police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened near Jackson Hospital.
Air Force office moving from Gunter Annex to Maxwell Air Force Base
The headquarters for the U.S. Air Force Enlisted Professional Military Education is moving to Maxwell Air Force Base’s Academic Circle, best known for officer education and training.
Earthquake of 4.1 preliminary magnitude in East Tennessee was felt in Atlanta
The earthquake was in a seismic zone that is one of the most active in the Southeast, extending across parts of Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama.
New boutique hotel coming to historic bank building in Andalusia
A new boutique hotel is coming to a landmark Andalusia building that has been vacant for decades.
City of Montgomery opens $19 million fire station on South Court Street
The City of Montgomery has invested $19 million to build a new fire station on South Court Street at Fairview Avenue.
Millbrook celebrates opening of 7 Brew Coffee
People in Millbrook are celebrating the opening of 7 Brew Coffee.
First ever connected rural classroom opens at RC Hatch School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new first-of-its-kind -- high-tech classroom -- is now up and running at RC Hatch School in Uniontown. What started out as an ordinary classroom has been transformed into…
Montgomery police seek suspect in murder investigation; victim's name released
Montgomery Police are searching for a person wanted for questioning in a murder that happened on Atlanta Highway.
State surplus property auction continues through Sunday, May 11
The State of Alabama is holding an online state surplus property auction from Saturday, May 3, through Sunday, May 11.
Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter dies at 85
Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice David H. Souter, a Republican who became a darling of liberals during his nearly 20 years on the bench, has died at 85.
What's Happening: May 9-11
We have another weekend of rainy weather, but don't let that spoil your plans to enjoy events in the River Region this Mother's Day weekend!
Students, Archbishop react to the selection of new Pope
As billions around the world watched the election of the new Pope, students at Montgomery Catholic School and the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Mobile were also following the historic event.
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office hosts golf tournament
The golf tournament raises money for the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Foundation.
What the Tech: How much have prices risen on electronics due to tariffs?
Prices have already risen on some electronics due to tariffs, so if you're shopping for birthdays or even Christmas, should you buy now or wait to see what happens next?
Court rules Alabama violated Voting Rights Act in redrawing congressional lines
Federal judges have ruled that Alabama intentionally diluted the voting strength of Black residents when it redrew congressional lines and said the state must continue using a court-ordered map that led to the election of the state’s second Black congressman.
Wilcox Co. Extension Office hosts annual Safety Day
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Wilcox County Extension Office hosted its annual Safety Day event Thursday in Camden. The event brought nearly a hundred third graders from all over the county -- out…
U.S. House votes to change the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America"
The Republican-led U.S. House has passed a bill that would rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America and direct federal agencies to update their documents and maps to incorporate the new name.
Robert Prevost, first American pope in history of the Roman Catholic Church, will take the name Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Roman Catholic Church.
