Improvements Made to Pike County Fair Grounds
Funnel cakes, fair rides, and prizes, oh my! The Pike County Fair is rolling into town. Crews have been working in the heat, setting up rides and booths for Tuesday's opening…
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MPD Charges Couple with Armed Robbery
Montgomery police have charged Kamya Collins, 27, and Benny Russell, 27, both with one count each of first-degree robbery and third-degree theft of property in reference to a robbery of a person that…
Burlington Opening New Location Friday
Burlington Stores is opening a brand new store in Eastchase on on October 4. This is a relocation of their Atlanta Highway store. This new location will feature an updated and fresh layout. This new Burlington store has hired approximately…
A Dozen Men Arrested in Statutory Rape Case at Jacksonville State University
A dozen young men are now charged in connection with the alleged rapes of two underage teens at Jacksonville State University. Reports say an 11th and 12th suspect were arrested Monday. Investigators say two underage girls between the ages of…
Governor Ivey: STAR I.D. Deadline Approaching
Have you heard of the STAR I.D.? It's a new identification system and state leaders are urging you to get yours as soon as possible. This is the new driver's license with a…
ADOC Investigating Apparent Inmate Suicide
The Alabama Department of Corrections Investigations and Intelligence Division is investigating an apparent inmate suicide. The suicide was reported on September 26 at the William Donaldson Correctional Facility in Bessemer. At approximately 8:45 p.m., during a security check, correctional officers…
Lifesouth Community Blood Center Brings Awareness to Sickle Cell
Sickle Cell is a devastating disease that causes a lack of oxygen to the blood. While hundreds of blood donations in our area have helped those suffering from the disease, more donations…
New Multi-Million Dollar Community Rec Center Nears Completion in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Construction of a new multi-million dollar community recreation center continues to move forward in Selma. The Dr. Michael and Catherine Bullock Community and Recreation Center is close…
Newly Formed Montgomery Co. Cold Case Task Force Makes First Arrest
District Attorney Daryl Bailey, Chief of Police Ernest Finley, Jr., and Sheriff Derrick Cunningham announce the arrest of 37-year-old Christopher Johnson for the Capital Murder of 23-year-old Artrivis Perry. Artrivis…
Demopolis Employee Faces Sexual Misconduct Charges for Alleged Physical Relationship with ADOC Inmate
A Demopolis city employee is accused of five counts of sexual misconduct. Authorities say Barbara Blevins, 48, of Forkland, had a physical relationship with an Alabama Department of Corrections inmate. The Department of Corrections says the inmate was assigned to…
LEAD Academy Principal No Longer with the School
LEAD Academy’s principal, Dr. Nicole Ivey-Price, is no longer with the school, according to the school's board chair Charlotte Meadows. Meadows says she can’t comment further because it is a "personnel…
Death Investigation Underway Following Fatal East Riding Road Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a death investigation following the fatal shooting of an adult male. The shooting occurred Friday evening Sept. 27. At about 5:20 p.m., MPD Patrol and Fire Medics responded to the 200 block of East…
Second Troy University Fraternity Suspended for Alleged Hazing
Another Troy University fraternity has been suspended for rules violations, including possible hazing. According to university officials, the chapter of Delta Kappa Epsilon is now under investigation for the alleged incidents. The…
Teen Wanted for August 15 Shooting That Happened Just Off ASU Campus
The United States Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force is searching for Murder suspect Charlie Jackson. Charlie Jackson, 16, has been certified as an adult and is wanted in reference to the murders and felony assaults that took place in the 800…
Georgiana PD Searching for Stolen Log Truck and Trailer
The Georgiana Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a stolen log truck and trailer. According to a post via Facebook, the teal 2001 Peterbilt and log trailer was last seen at Alabama Loggers located at 200…
Fans React After Tiger and Tide Victories
A USA Today article came out sunday, following Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tiger victories over Ole Miss and Mississippi State. That article-- making a claim that Auburn could make a…
AP Top 25: Alabama Jumps to No. 1 After Clemson Close Call
Alabama is No. 1 in The Associated Press college football poll for the first time this season, replacing preseason No. 1 Clemson after the Tigers had a close call. Alabama received 29 of 61 first-place votes Sunday from the media…
City of Andalusia Receives $500,000 for Victim Services in Covington and Butler Counties
The City of Andalusia has been awarded $500,000Â from the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Violence Against Women for the continuation of victim services in Covington and Butler counties. According to Andalusia Police Chief Paul Hudson, the city began providing…
Alabama Power Reducing Water Releases Amid Drought
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Power says it's reducing water releases from its hydroelectric dams because of a drought affecting the state. The move is intended to prevent lakes from shrinking too much. But a statement from the utility says…
5th Annual Tickled Pink Women's Expo
Hundreds of people were at the Cramton Bowl multiplex for Tickled Pink. The expo is filled with vendors and entertainment for the whole family. Proceeds from the expo benefit the Joy to Life Foundation. Joy to Life pays for…
Campaign to Focus on Substandard Housing in Alabama
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - The head of a program that fights poverty in rural Alabama is living outside a church for a few days to draw attention to the problem of substandard housing. Lisa Pierce of Alabama Rural Ministry will…
Police Investigating Dead Body Found in Phenix City
Phenix City police are investigating a homicide after discovering the body of an Opelika man laying in the grass with a gunshot wound. Kentavis Perry, 23, has been identified as the victim. Officers responded to the scene around 9 a.m.…
Police: 1 of 2 Infants Left in Hot Car Dies in Alabama
OXFORD, Ala. (AP) - Police say one of two infants left in a parked car in Alabama has died. Oxford Police Chief Bill Partridge released the information Friday in a tweet. Authorities say they don't have information on the other…
Alabama Health Official Urges Residents Not to Vape
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama health officials are urging people to stop using e-cigarette or vaping products, at least until more is known about possible illnesses. The Alabama Department of Public Health issued the warning Friday. The department says two…
Tuskegee Airmen's Legacy to Soar on New Air Force Jet
OPELIKA, Ala. (AP) - The Tuskegee Airmen's legacy will take flight once again with the launch of a new Air Force jet. The Opelika-Auburn News reports that the Air Force is honoring the famed group of airmen with the naming…
