Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years who inspired "Jolene," dies at 82
Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's devoted husband of nearly 60 years who avoided the spotlight and inspired her timeless hit “Jolene,” died Monday. He was 82.
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Six people shot Saturday during a trail ride in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Six people are shot -- when a man opens fire with an assault weapon -- at crowded outdoor event this weekend in Dallas County. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the…
Senate confirms McMahon to lead Education Department as Trump pushes to shut it down
The Senate voted to confirm McMahon 51-45.
Troy University to close Phenix City campus
The Troy University Board of Trustees voted to cease operations on December 31, 2025.
Fort Moore renamed back to Fort Benning
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum Monday naming the Army base after Cpl. Fred G. Benning.
What the Tech App of the Day: Better Sleep
The Better Sleep app can not only help you fall asleep, it can help you track your sleep patterns and tell you when you're snoring.
President Trump prepares to address joint session of Congress Tuesday night
President Donald Trump will deliver the first joint congressional address of his second presidency on Tuesday night.
Volunteers needed to judge Montgomery student speech and debate tournament
Hundreds of judges are needed for a special student speech and debate tournament that is happening this month in Montgomery.
Covington County Sheriff: Deputy shoots man who charged with gun
Covington County Sheriff Blake Turman says a man was shot by a deputy after the man charged at the deputy with a gun.
97th Academy Awards: Complete list of winners
Here is the complete list of winners at the 97th annual Academy Awards.
Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds
Crews are battling wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds as residents were forced to evacuate in some areas.
Angelina Jolie, Daughter Attend WIT Brunch in Montgomery
Women In Training, Inc (WIT) held its fourth annual Mother-Daughter Brunch at the Renaissance hotel in downtown Montgomery Saturday. The keynote speaker was Zahara Jolie-Pitt, the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. Her mother, actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie,…
Folks in Montgomery, Wetumpka celebrate Mardi Gras
People in Montgomery and Wetumpka got the chance to celebrate Mardi Gras.
Microsoft shutting down Skype in May
Microsoft is closing down Skype, the video-calling service it bought for $8.5 billion in 2011, which had helped spark a transformation in how people communicate online.
Fire heavily damages home in Montgomery's Deer Creek subdivision
A 2-alarm fire has heavily damaged a home in Montgomery's Deer Creek subdivision.
Elmore County woman dies after crash in Autauga County
A woman from Elmore County has died after a crash in Autauga County.
Teenage pickup truck driver dies after crash in Dallas County
A teenage pickup truck driver from Selma has been killed in a crash in Dallas County.
President Trump signs order designating English as the official language of the U.S.
President Trump has signed an executive order designating English as the official language of the United States.
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone dies in car crash near Montgomery
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and known for the hit song “Wish I Didn't Miss You,” was killed early Saturday in a car crash near Montgomery.
Action 8's Lifesaver Radar systems bring new protection from severe weather
Action 8 now has two Lifesaver Radar systems to bring a new layer of protection from severe weather in Alabama.
Marion post office building renamed in honor of late civil rights leader
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The post office in the city of Marion is renamed in honor of the late civil rights leader Albert Turner, Sr. A dedication ceremony was held Friday morning. "From…
Gov. Kay Ivey commutes death row inmate Rocky Myers' sentence to life in prison
Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday commuted the death sentence of Robin “Rocky” Myers to life in prison, saying there were enough questions about his guilt that she couldn’t move forward with his execution.
Pickup truck crash in Montgomery County leaves one person dead, another injured
A pickup truck crash has killed an Elmore County man.
What the Tech: Beware of a new text scam
This new scam is targeting iPhone users through a loophole in Apple's security measures.
