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…
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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…
Alabama Legislators Announce Unprecedented Mental Health Initiative
Wednesday afternoon Senate and House leaders announced an unprecedented initiative designed to expand and improve mental health services in  Alabama. The five measure package which includes bills with both Democrat and Republican Sponsorship contains the following: *A School Services Coordinator…
NFSA Demonstrates to Lawmakers How Their Sprinkler System Raises Your Chance of Surviving a House Fire by 80%
The National Fire Sprinkler Association put on a demonstration in front of the Alabama State House for State Legislatures and others. They gave them an example of their Sprinkler system using a controlled burn fire. The trailer was donated…
Elizabeth Warren Scheduled to Be in Selma on Bloody Sunday
Democratic Presidential Candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts) is scheduled to be in Selma on Sunday, which will mark the 55th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. Former State Sen. Hank Sanders says Warren will take part in the Historical Selma Presidential Forum…
ASU Sets Date for Opening of Interpretive Center
After years of anticipation, the interpretive center located on the campus of Alabama State University will open soon. It's the third of three centers that line the Selma…
Alabama Arise Lobbies for Grocery Tax Repeal
Tuesday the non-profit group Alabama Arise was at the state house, urging Legislators to repeal Alabama's grocery tax. Alabama is one of only three states in the country that has a grocery…
Two Men Sentenced to Prison for Roles in 10 Armed Robberies Across Central Alabama
Two men were recently sentenced to federal prison for committing multiple armed robberies across central Alabama, announced U.S. Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr. On January 29, Marcus Greathouse, 41, of Opelika, was sentenced to 72 months (6 years) in…
Alabama Inmate Recaptured in Brantley After Week-long Search
An escaped Alabama inmate has been captured after more than a week on the lam. The Department of Corrections says 34-year-old Dustin Joel Morton was arrested Tuesday in the town of Brantley. He escaped from the Elba Work Release Center…
