Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026
McConnell, the longest-serving Senate party leader in U.S. history, chose his 83rd birthday to share his decision not to run.
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What's Happening: February 21-23
If you're looking for something to do this weekend, Savanna Sabb has you covered.Â
Montgomery police arrest attempted rape suspect
Montgomery police say a 15-year-old male suspected of attempted rape is now in custody.Â
Hundreds gather for annual Higher Education Day in Montgomery
The Higher Education Partnership held its annual Higher Education Day at the Alabama State House.
Abbie Stockard Day declared in the City of Auburn
The 22-year-old Vestavia Hills native and current Auburn University student returned to the city this week after being away for the Miss America competition.Â
Alabama League of Municipalities hold annual Advocacy Day
Various issues impacting nearly 500 Alabama cities and towns were at the forefront in downtown Montgomery Wednesday.
Butler County Schools Showcase CTE Programs of Study
The Butler County Schools System gave parents and the community the chance to 'Saddle Up for Success' and see their children's hands-on learning skills in action.
Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee only two weeks away
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The 33rd Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is two weeks away. This year celebrates the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday -- the Selma to Montgomery March -- and the…
Union Springs arson suspect arrested
The Bullock County Sheriff's Office tells us that 33-year-old Tommie Cortez Holmes was taken into custody by their deputies.Â
Very cold through Friday, warming up this weekend into next week
High temperatures range from the upper 30s to low 40s Thursday afternoon, some 20-25° below average for February 20th. Wind chills remain in the 30s.
Grand jury recommends abolishing Hanceville police department because of a 'culture of corruption'
A grand jury has indicted Hanceville Police Chief Jason Marlin and four of his officers on a variety of charges that included accusations of mishandling or removing evidence from the department’s evidence room.
U.S. Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI director
The Senate on Thursday narrowly voted to confirm Kash Patel as director of the FBI.
Rep. Shomari Figures hosts roundtable discussion in the Capital City
It has been 45 days since U.S. Representative Shomari Figures entered office.Â
Dadeville man arrested for failing to register as sex offender
58-year-old Darryl Orvett Payne was taking into custody and charged with violation of the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act.Â
Pioneer Electric Helps Greenville Fire Department to Purchase New Gear
Each year Pioneer Electric chooses to give back to a worthy cause through Operation Round Up. This year the Greenville Fire Department was chosen.
Alabama lawmakers kill bill to punish parents who fail to stop their children from bringing guns to school
The bill would have penalized a parent with up to a year of jail if they failed store a gun using a trigger lock, lock box or gun safe before their minor child brought it to school.
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Action 8 unveils second Lifesaver Radar, located in Wilcox County
Severe weather coverage has taken another leap forward with the debut of Action 8's second Lifesaver Radar. This radar is in Wilcox County.
2 people are dead in a small plane collision at an Arizona airport with no control tower
A midair collision involving two small planes in southern Arizona killed two people Wednesday morning, authorities said.
Alabama Senate votes to give Gov. Kay Ivey more control of Veterans Affairs
The Alabama Senate has voted to give the governor the power to appoint the head of the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs.
Central Alabama Community Foundation awards grants
The Central Alabama Community Foundation has awarded nearly $120,000 in grants to several local groups.
Alabama State Sales Tax Holiday Weekend: February 21-23
The State of Alabama wants you to prepare yourself and your property for the spring severe weather season.
Juvenile injured in Montgomery shooting
Police have not specified where the initial shooting occurred.
Montgomery City Council Approves Resolution for Percy Julian High School Infrastructure
The council voted unanimously to approve the resolution needed for the construction of traffic signals and roadways needed for the new high school.
People in Marion commemorate historic hometown events
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Marion are commemorating the historic events that happened in their hometown 60 years ago -- events that would eventually lead to Bloody Sunday -- the Selma to…
