Changemakers: Bryan Stevenson
Usually when we hear lawyers say they'll "fight for you," they're referring to personal injury, but when Public Interest Attorney Bryan Stevenson says he'll fight for you, it's about protecting a client's basic…
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Flood Concerns Increase in Selma as Alabama River Rises
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Concerns about flooding have people in Dallas County -- keeping a close eye on the rising water level -- of the Alabama River. Jeff Hudson of Selma loves living…
Animal Rights Bill Draws Criticism from Humane Groups
An animal rights bill moving through the Alabama State House has caught the attention of animal rights groups across the state The legislation, proposed by Senator Jack Williams of Mobile would…
Alabama, Four Other States Move to Halt Attempts to Illegally Rewrite the U.S. Constitution
Alabama, Louisiana, Nebraska, South Dakota and Tennessee have filed a motion to intervene in litigation over whether the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) can be slipped into the Constitution more than 40 years after the proposed amendment expired without the support…
Andalusia Police Department Joins Forces with Crimestoppers in Effort to Reduce Crime in the City
In efforts to reduce crime and empower citizens to report crime being committed in the City of Andalusia, Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and the Andalusia Police Department have joined forces to fight crime. The City of Andalusia residents can now contact…
Mayor Reed Urging Expansion of Pre-K Program to All Montgomery Families
Mayor Steven L. Reed today joined Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education (DECE) Secretary Jeana Ross, DECE Office of School Readiness Director Barbara Cooper and Alabama School Readiness Alliance (ASRA) Executive Director…
Coronavirus Causing Study Abroad Trip Cancellations
The Coronavirus continues to be a global problem with about 76,000 confirmed cases resulting in at least 2,000 deaths. Back home, Troy University officials are making sure students and faculty are…
Victim in Fatal I-85 Hit-and-Run Involving Pedestrian on Sunday Identified as Titus Woman
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating the death of Angela Calloway, 53, of Titus as a hit-and-run fatality. Calloway was located around 9:15 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 16, in the wood line of I-85 Southbound between Forest Avenue and Union Street.…
Multiple Break-Ins at Salvation Army of Montgomery
The Salvation Army of Montgomery has fallen victim to multiple break-ins since December. Just in the last two weeks, they've had four break-ins. They're happening at the Salvation Army…
Prattville Man Convicted in Fraudulent Car Sales Scheme
On Tuesday, February 18, 2020, Robert Brandon Malone, 35, of Prattville, pleaded guilty to three counts of federal wire fraud and one count of transporting a stolen vehicle, announced United States Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr., FBI Special Agent in…
New Enforcement Operation Focuses on Meth Trafficking Hubs
Federal authorities say they are targeting methamphetamine "transportation hubs" around the country in an effort to block the distribution of the highly addictive drug. U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Acting Administrator Uttam Dhillon visited Atlanta Thursday to announce the launch of…
Roger Stone Sentenced to 40 Months in Prison for Lying to Congress
Roger Stone, longtime ally of President Donald Trump, has been sentenced to 40 months (3 years and 4 months) in prison on his convictions for witness tampering and lying to Congress. Thursday's action in federal court comes amid Trump's unrelenting…
Alabama Pardons and Paroles Looking to Hire 138 New Officers
As it works to help keep Alabamians safe by supervising thousands of parolees and probationers, the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles will work toward hiring 138 new officers over the next three years, Director Charlie Graddick said Thursday. The…
Alabama Senate Committee Approves Medical Marijuana Bill with 8 to 1 Vote
The Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee has voted 8-1 with one member abstaining to approve a medical marijuana bill and send it to the full Senate for consideration. The bill would allow…
12-Year-Old Twins Inspire Bill Which Would Provide Free Feminine Hygiene Products in Schools
It’s not everyday that 12-year-old girls inspire bills in the Legislative session but two twins in Montgomery have done just that. Breanna and Brooke Bennett are the co-founders of Women in Training…
Bye-Bye State School Board? Alabama Voters Decide In Two Weeks
Governor Kay Ivey has said the state's education leadership needs a bold change, because the current system is not working. Her 2019 proposal would not only get rid…
Sweetwater High School Employee Charged with Sexual Contact with a Student
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Sweet Water High School teacher has been arrested and indicted for having sexual contact with a student. Johnny Lockett, 28, was a P.E.…
Ryan Newman Released from Hospital after Fiery Crash in Daytona 500
Ryan Newman has been released from a Florida hospital two days after a frightening crash on the final lap of the Daytona 500. He had been hospitalized since Monday night. Roush Fenway Racing says the 42-year-old driver was fully alert…
Montgomery City Council Approves 1% Occupational Tax
The approval of a 1% occupational tax ordinance passed the Montgomery City Council by a vote of 5-3 Tuesday night. The city council decided to move forward with that vote-- which would require anyone…
Proposed Bill Would Speed up the Death Penalty Process
Alabama Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth is making a push to reduce the time it takes for a death row inmate to be put to death. The proposed bill…
Golden Apple: Cassie Fields
It’s time to meet our Golden Apple Award winner...this month's winner comes from the Autauga County School System. In her sixth year of teaching at Pine Level Elementary, third grade teacher Cassie Fields has…
Sewell Hosts Town Hall Meeting & Resource Fair in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The high cost of healthcare was front and center at a town hall meeting and resource fair in Selma. Congresswoman Terri Sewell hosted the events. She says healthcare is…
Governor Ivey Issues State of Emergency to Aid in Alabama Flooding Recovery Efforts
Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday issued a State of Emergency effective at 12:00 p.m. CST on February 18, to aid in Alabama’s recovery efforts following the recent flooding. The SOE includes all 67 counties. “The significant amount of rain that…
City of Montgomery and Tuskegee University Partner for Urban Innovation Center in Montgomery
The City of Montgomery and Tuskegee University held a dedication of the Tuskegee University Urban Agriculture Innovation Center in Montgomery. The purpose of the center is to create a world class innovation…
Senate Candidate Tommy Tuberville Makes Stop in Luverne on Campaign Tour
Tuesday marks fourteen days until "Super Tuesday", where voters will cast their ballots to determine who they will send to Washington D.C. the U.S. senate. Candidates are kicking their campaigns into high…
