Mayor Steven L. Reed today issued a proclamation calling on the Alabama legislature to make Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States, an official state holiday. “As a state whose history stretches far…
Two law enforcement officers from the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles were fired upon Thursday as they approached a Bessemer home to conduct a supervisory visit with an offender. Officer in Charge Sidney Yarbrough and Officer Steven Motley, both…
On June 14, around 7:00 am, Prattville Police Officers responded to the area of Legends Parkway in reference to a “road rage” incident that had just occurred. Upon arrival, it was discovered that the reported victim’s vehicle had been shot…
On June 17, Prattville police responded to the 600 Block of Doster Rd. in reference to a person being stabbed. The investigation revealed that Perez D’Quinn Bowman Pickett stabbed his juvenile sister with a knife. Pickett fled on foot prior…
Mayor Steven Reed has signed an Executive Order requiring that masks should be worn at all time while in public. City leaders will be distributing mask to those that need them. The below sites will distribute masks Friday, June 19…
Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Thursday that ADOL has disbursed nearly $2 billion in COVID-19 related unemployment compensation benefits. Alabama is paying benefits under all three programs covered in the CARES Act: Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC),…
Montgomery city leaders are cracking down on businesses not following COVID-19 orders. Councilman Oronde Mitchell says several gas stations and clubs have been cited for not following the city's 10 p.m. to 5…
COVID-19 has sparked many an event to change the way it's being held and celebrations of Juneteenth are not being spared. Marking the end of slavery 155 years ago, under normal circumstances, Juneteenth would have included a street party this…
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump's effort to end legal protections for 650,000 young immigrants, a stunning rebuke to the president in the midst of his reelection campaign. The outcome seems certain to elevate the…
Alabama Hospital Association President Dr. Don Williamson, who is a former State Health Officer, took time for a one-on-one interview with Alabama News Network to describe the situation hospitals face during…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The mayor of Fort Deposit is concerned about the spread of COVID-19 throughout the town. Mayor Fletcher Fountain says the town has become a hot spot for COVID-19 --…
The Covington County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a residential burglary/theft that occurred between the dates of March 30 – April 3, on Christi Smith Road in Andalusia. The suspect(s) entered a residence and stole numerous firearms along with other…
Mayor Steven Reed issued an Executive Order requiring face masks to be worn at all time in public. This announcements comes in wake of Tuesday night's city council meeting. During the meeting,…
The Atlanta officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks in the back after the fleeing man pointed a stun gun in his direction is going to be charged with felony murder and 10 other crimes. Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard…
The Department of Justice announces the launch of the Civil Rights Reporting Portal. This new online tool will make it easier for the public to report a civil rights violation. “The department is committed to upholding the civil and constitutional…
The Montgomery Police Department is searching for the identity and location of the pictured suspects wanted for an Attempted Burglary Investigation that occurred in Montgomery. The pictured suspects are wanted for an Attempted…
The Montgomery Zoo has decided to reopen its doors. The zoo has been closed since Governor Ivey issued the "Stay-at-Home Order" in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic in March. HERE ARE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES AND DETAILS REGARDING THE REOPENING OF…
A mobile home fire is under investigation in Wetumpka. Wetumpka Fire Department says they responded to the fire at 106 Hollowood Lane just before 9 Wednesday morning. They say the fire was…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how many women access prenatal care. According to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Health of America Report on Maternal Health, 61% of commercially insured women surveyed nationally saw limited office hours from their doctors, and…
Montgomery County leads the state in the number of coronavirus cases. Despite that, Montgomery City Council has voted down a proposed ordinance involving face masks. Several doctors and others had spoken at…
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order on policing…
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A federal judge says Alabama cannot bar local officials from offering curbside voting during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also loosened restrictions on absentee ballots in three Alabama counties because of the health risk to voters. U.S.…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma Area Food Bank opens a new chapter -- in its 27 year history of fighting against hunger in west Alabama. The food bank now…
Many businesses are requiring customers and workers to sign forms saying they won't sue if they catch COVID-19. Businesses are afraid they could face lawsuits even if they follow social distancing and other government guidelines as they reopen across the…
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed, and Police Chief Ernest Finley are giving more details into the departments move to implement #8CANTWAIT policies. According to Chief Finley, MPD has been using most of the…
