MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama's Black Belt region would become a National Heritage Area eligible for funding and other benefits under a bipartisan move supported by members of the state's congressional delegation. Democratic Rep. Terri Sewell says she is working…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- It was another full slate of events Saturday at the annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma. The day featured about twenty separate activities and events. Half of them were…
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions faces a competitive primary Tuesday as he seeks to reclaim the U.S. Senate seat he held for 20 years. Sessions is hoping to regain the seat he held before being tapped…
An active shooter can strike at any time, including at church. That's why Pike County law enforcement held a 2020 Church Safety Summit at First Baptist Church of Troy on Saturday. More than 400 people of fifty five churches from…
With just a few days until Super Tuesday Elections, Political Analyst Steve Flowers gave us a preview of what to expect, and some of the unexpected that may come up on March 3rd.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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?…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
