According to the Alabama Education Association (AEA), Dr. Nicole Ivey  is in a dispute with her employer, LEAD Academy. AEA is representing her. AEA said while media reports suggested that Dr. Ivey’s employment has ended, based on the information available…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The 62nd Annual Central Alabama Fair kicks off in Selma -- and fair organizers spent the early part of the day getting everything ready --…
As the investigation into reports of rules violations by Delta Kappa Epsilon continues, and following the conclusion of an investigation into Sigma Chi, Troy University has suspended all new-member activities within fraternities at the Troy Campus. The suspension is effective…
The Chilton County Sheriff’s Office has warrants out on Timothy Wyatt, 38 y.o. for Kidnapping, Rape, and felony Assault. U. S. Marshal said that Wyatt took the victim to a location and strangled her until she passed out. As Wyatt…
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…
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 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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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’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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
