Central AL Crimestoppers Expands to Selma-Dallas Co. Area
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's a new phone number to call for people in the Selma-Dallas County area -- who want to help take a bite out of crime. Central Alabama…
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Frazer Church Funds Three Bus Stop Shelters
Frazer Memorial United Methodist Church in Montgomery has raised money to provide shelters at three Montgomery bus stops. Now the church is urging other churches, businesses and non-profits to do…
New Book Chronicles Life & Impact of WCCS President Dr. James Mitchell
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A book about the life of Wallace Community College Selma President Dr. James Mitchell -- aims to inspire people to dream big -- and never give up.…
Person of Interest Sought In Aniah Blanchard Case
Auburn Police needs your help identifying a person of interest in the case of missing 19-year-old Aniah Blanchard. Police say the unidentified male was at the convenience store at…
Former AL Legislator Barry Moore Qualifies for Congressional Race
There's a new person in the ring to try to replace outgoing U.S. Congresswoman Martha Roby. According to his campaign, Barry Moore officially qualified as a candidate in the AL-2 Congressional…
Public Lewdness Charge Against Selma City Councilman Dismissed
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The case against a Selma city councilman -- accused of urinating on a city street -- has apparently been thrown out by a judge. Ward 5 Councilman…
Jeff Sessions expected to announce run for his Old Senate Seat
WASHINGTON (AP) - Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions will announce he's running for his old Senate seat in Alabama. Sessions is expected to make the announcement on Thursday. His decision…
Trump Nominates Alabama Judge for 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
President Donald Trump is nominating U.S. District Judge Andrew Brasher of Alabama to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. The Trump administration announced Wednesday that Brasher is being nominated to the appellate court. The nomination comes just six months…
Bullying Victim Wins Gold Medals In World Martial Arts Competition
In October, we told you about Dianna Sipper- a young girl who used karate to overcome bullying she faced at school. Sipper and her parents recently got back from London where she competed…
Prattville FD Assists Booth FD with Trailer Fire
Prattville Fire Department is assisting Booth Fire Department combat flames in the 1200 block of Highway 14 West. A single wide trailer is fully engulfed in flames. Fire crews are advising that…
Montgomery Police Make Arrests in Two Separate Stabbings
Montgomery police charged Michael Phillips, 49, with second-degree domestic violence assault in reference to a stabbing that occurred Nov. 5 at about 5 a.m.. The stabbing occurred in the 6000 block of Monticello Drive.…
Famed Auburn University Eagle in Early Stages of Heart Failure
Auburn University says its famed golden eagle Nova, also known as War Eagle VII, could be in the early stages of heart failure. The university made the announcement Tuesday. The 20-year-old male eagle for more than a decade soared above…
Montgomery City Council Unanimously votes down Amendment to Panhandling Ordinance
At Tuesday's Montgomery City Council meeting, the Council unanimously voted no to an amendment to the proposed panhandling ordinance. The amendment would have penalized drivers who hand money and other items…
Civil Rights Memorial Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary
Tuesday marked a milestone and a day of remembrance in Montgomery. An event honoring the 30th anniversary of the Civil Rights Memorial was held in downtown. The Memorial was dedicated by the Southern…
Mothers Of Murdered Rapper, Promoter Pleading For Answers In Sons' Unsolved Case
There's still a whirlwind of questions for Aieda Harris and Felicia Webster, two mothers bonded by grief after tragedy two years ago. Their sons, 29-year old Atlanta- based rapper Edward Reeves, aka "Bambino…
Edmundite Missions Dedicates New Community Rec Center in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom: The Edmundite Missions held a dedication ceremony Tuesday afternoon for its new multi-million dollar community rec center in Selma. The Dr. Michael and Catherine Bullock Community and Recreation Center is…
Two Men Arrested in Rash of Andalusia Storage Unit Burglaries
Two men suspected in a rash of mini storage burglaries are being held on theft and burglary charges in the Covington County Jail. Andalusia Police Department…
AT&T to Pay $60 Million for Misleading Customers with 'Unlimited' Plans
AT&T will pay $60 million to settle the government's allegation that it misled customers of unlimited-data plans by slowing down service for heavy users. The Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday that AT&T will automatically provide partial refunds to customers who…
Judge Issues Gag Order in Kamile McKinney Murder Trial
A judge is ordering lawyers to quit talking to the media about the case 3-year-old Kamille "Cupcake" McKinney who authorities say was kidnapped and killed. Jefferson County Circuit Judge Clyde Jones issued a gag order Tuesday in the cases against…
Montgomery Police Charge Man with Armed Robbery
MPD charged Tevin Booker, 23, with first-degree robbery in reference to a robbery of a business that occurred on Nov. 3. The robbery happened in the 5400 block of Wares Ferry Road. The adult male suspect robbed the business of…
Parole Hearings Resume After Two-Month Halt
The Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles is resuming parole hearings after a two-month stoppage. The newly appointed director of the agency, Charlie Graddick, at a press conference Monday, said the board will hold regular hearings beginning Tuesday. The former…
Montgomery Church Holds Prayer Vigil for Aniah Blanchard
A prayer vigil was held for missing student Aniah Blanchard Monday evening at Open Door Christian Faith Worship Center. The church is calling on God, and leaning on faith that Aniah will be…
Entrepreneurship Workshop Aims to Grow Small Business in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Business professionals and small business owners in Selma got some help finding ways to grow and expand their businesses. The Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce hosted an entrepreneurship…
Reaction To Ella Bell's Passing
For almost two decades, Ella Bell served on the Alabama State School Board of Education, representing District 5. The 71-year-old passed away Sunday morning. The loss is being felt across…
President Trump to Attend Saturday's Alabama-LSU Game
President Donald Trump is expected to attend Saturday's college football matchup between top-ranked University of Alabama and Louisiana State University. The Federal Aviation Administration is advising that Trump will travel to Tuscaloosa, for the game. It will be the third…
