Bridge Crossing Jubilee 2020 Underway in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is underway in Selma. The four day event kicked off Thursday night with a welcome reception -- and a mass meeting at the historic…
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ADPH Recommends Flu Shot and Other Normal Precautions Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to provide up-to-date information about the ways to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). At this time, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has no reports of COVID-19…
AUM Suspends All Study Abroad Trip Due to Coronavirus Scare
In response to the spread of novel coronavirus, Auburn University at Montgomery will suspend future study abroad activities in the interest of prioritizing student and faculty safety. While there are no known cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-2019) in Alabama…
Man Charged with Slashing 20-Foot Ballon of President Trump Depicted as a Baby Could Get Arrest Removed from Record
An Alabama man arrested for slashing a towering protest balloon depicting President Donald Trump as a baby has been ordered to attend counseling and complete community service for a chance at getting the charges dismissed. According to reports, if Hoyt…
Escaped Convicted Murderer Recaptured After Standoff with Police
An Alabama Department of Corrections inmate convicted of murder has been recaptured after a standoff. The ADOCÂ says Daniel Miner, 43, surrendered to authorities late Thursday. He had been on the loose since fleeing from a work release center in…
Bridge Crossing Jubilee: Complete Schedule
The 55th Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is underway in Selma. This annual event remembers Bloody Sunday and celebrates civil rights history. Bloody Sunday happened on March 7, 1965. That's when hundreds of people marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in…
TRAFFIC: Vehicle Fire on I-65N Near AL-14 in Millbrook, Causing Major Delays
A vehicle fire is causing a traffic back-up on I-65 North near exit ramp 181, AL 14 in Millbrook. The incident is blocking right exit ramp lane and right shoulder, according to ALGO Traffic's website. Drivers should be very cautious…
Bruno Sentenced in Fatal Fourth of July Boat Crash
An Alabama man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison in a Fourth of July boat crash that left two people dead, including a 17-year-old high school student. On Wednesday, a judge in…
House Approves Bail Reform Named for Aniah Blanchard
The Alabama House of Representatives has approved a bill named for a slain college student that would allow judges to deny bond to people accused of committing violent crimes. Representatives unanimously approved the proposed constitutional amendment, and accompanying enabling legislation.…
Selma Attorney Leaves His Mark on Civil Rights History
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- We've all heard the question -- If a tree falls in the forest -- and there's no one there to hear it -- does it really make a sound?…
Safety Preparations Before Bridge Crossing Jubilee
Local law enforcement is gearing up for the largest civil rights commemoration in the world, the 55th anniversary of the Bridge Crossing Jubilee. "We want them to know that we're going to do everything…
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit over Control of the Alabama Democratic Party
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit over control of the Alabama Democratic Party. Montgomery Circuit Judge Greg Griffin dismissed the lawsuit filed by longtime leader Nancy Worley to prevent new Chairman Chris England from taking control. Judge Griffin said he…
State Senate Approves Bill to Block Occupational Tax
READ: Statement from Governor Kay Ivey's office on the passage of a bill to block cities from enacting new occupational taxes: Governor Ivey does not want to see unfair burdens placed upon…
Tide Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach Introduced as Pike Lib's New Head Coach
A former member of Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban's staff is coming to Pike County. Pike Liberal Arts School in Troy introduced former Tide Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach Mario White as…
New Apprenticeship Program Launched in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new apprenticeship program in Dallas County aims to help businesses meet their need for highly skilled workers by training students to step into those jobs. School officials announced…
Winn-Dixie Holds Celebration for Remodeled Store in Montgomery
Winn-Dixie has unveiled its newest remodeled store in our area. This morning, a grand re-opening celebration was held at its Sturbridge store at 7946 Vaughn Road in Montgomery. The store has undergone about…
Bill Aims to Ban Transgender Treatments in Minors
A controversial bill that would ban doctors and pharmacist from issuing gender changing and puberty locking drugs to children under 18, with or without their parents consent is makings its way through…
Census Hiring Fair Held at Wallace Community College Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- If you need a job -- check this out! The U. S. Census -- is looking for workers. Congresswoman Terri Sewell -- and the U. S. Census…
Next Steps for Ad Valorem Tax in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Commission voted Tuesday in favor of a proposal to increase the ad valorem tax on all taxable property in Montgomery County. The money raised from the tax would benefit Montgomery…
Bridge Crossing Jubilee Update: More Big Names Announced
In addition to 2020 Democratic Presidential Candidates Sen. Elizabeth Warren and former Vice President Joe Biden, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Mayor Mike Bloomberg, Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Tom Steyer are expected to be at the 2020 Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee, happening…
Montgomery Students Among Hundreds of Army Recruits Sworn-In from Outer Space
Two future soldiers from Montgomery's Sidney Lanier High School made their commitment to the U.S. Army official on Wednesday in a ceremony that was "out of this world". For the first time-ever,…
Elmore County man gets 198 years in prison for child sex crimes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A 66-year-old man has been sentenced to nearly 200 years in prison for sexually assaulting a young girl in Elmore County. Dennis Long received a 198-year sentence from Circuit Judge Bill Lewis in Elmore County court…
Sheriff: Home Invasion Suspects Dies After Being Shot by Elmore County Homeowner
Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin confirmed 39-year-old Charles Bowne, the suspect involved in a Monday morning home invasion, has died from his injuries. Sheriff Franklin said he died in a hospital shortly before noon Wednesday. After hearing a loud sound…
Animal Shelter To Unveil Changes to Services
The Pike Animal Shelter is unveiling new changes to its' services at its re-grand opening this Saturday. The staff says there have been no animal deaths here in a few months, and they credit that with new procedures in place…
Montgomery Man Charged with Murder in January Shooting
A Montgomery man is now behind bars following a January homicide on Vaughn Road. Montgomery Police say 38 year old Jeffery Sanders was charged with murder in the shooting death of…
