Montgomery Time Capsule Opened after 50 Years
Hundreds of people watched in awe at Montgomery City Hall Tuesday, as a 50 year old time capsule was opened. Back in 1969 city officials were looking for a way to commemorate Montgomery's 150th…
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Frazer United Methodist Church Lead Pastor to Retire
The lead pastor at a well-known Montgomery church announced this retirement Tuesday. Pastor Larry Bryars told his congregation in an email that his retirement as lead pastor at Frazer United Methodist Church will…
Greenville Brings In Christmas Season with Annual Parade
Greenville is getting ready for the holidays. The city held its annual Christmas parade Tuesday night. Hundreds of people lined the streets as the parade rolled through downtown. From police vehicles to…
Aggressive Push to Increase ALEA State Trooper Ranks Continues
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's been an ongoing trooper shortage in the state of Alabama -- for years. The aggressive push to increase their numbers continues. Twenty-four new graduates of the ALEA…
Car Crashes into Tallassee Veterinary Clinic
One person has been hospitalized after a car crashed into a building in Tallassee. Mayor Johnny Hammock says that a medical issue that caused the driver to go off the road and…
Remembering Sheriff John Williams
Slain Lowndes County Sheriff John Williams was laid to rest Monday, with thousands from across the state attending his funeral. The Lowndes County residents that will feel the loss the most are…
Woman's Purse Stolen in Dollar General Parking Lot, Montgomery Police Searching for Suspect
The Montgomery Police Department is searching for the identity and location of the pictured suspect wanted for a Theft Investigation that occurred in the parking lot of the Dollar General at 1030 Perry Hill Road Montgomery. On Tuesday, November 5,…
Alabama Parole Board Denies Parole for 5 Violent Offenders
The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles denied parole Tuesday for five violent offenders. PAROLE DENIED -- Vondale Parker is a violent criminal who just last week punched a prison employee in the face. He has had a long criminal career, with…
Over 500,000 Marijuana Vape Cartridges Seized Nationwide in Last Two Years
As health officials scrutinize marijuana vaping, it's increasingly on law enforcement's radar, too. Authorities across the country have seized at least 510,000 marijuana vape cartridges and arrested more than 120 people in the past two years. People targeted in the…
ADOC Deputy Commissioner Accepts New Position in Nevada
ADOC Deputy Commissioner of Operations, Charles Daniels has accepted a new position as Director of the Nevada Department of Corrections. “On behalf of ADOC, congratulations to Deputy Commissioner, Charles Daniels.  The State of Alabama and Alabama Department of Corrections sincerely appreciate…
Montgomery Police Investigating Armed Robbery at Ann Street Walmart
Montgomery police are investigating a robbery of a person in the 900 block of Ann Street at about 7 p.m. Monday. The adult male victim says he met the suspect at Walmart on Ann Street in order to sell electronics.…
Capital Murder Charges Filed in Aniah Blanchard Case, D.A. Will Seek Death Penalty
At a news conference Monday afternoon, Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes revealed that Aniah Blanchard died of a gunshot wound. Hughes says charges against Ibraheem Yazeed of Montgomery will be upgraded from kidnapping…
Eclectic Fire Department Battles Fully-Engulfed House Fire
According to Eclectic Fire Department, a crew responded to Grove Street at 5:41 Monday night where they found a fully-involved home. EFD had help from Friendship, Red Hill, and Tallassee in extinguishing the fire. No injuries were reported.
Selma AIDS Organization Opens New Wellness Center
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A non-profit AIDS organization in Selma is expanding its operation -- and its reach -- into the community. Selma AIR is celebrating World AIDS Day with the grand opening…
Update: Officials Confirm Aniah Blanchard Was Shot to Death
Investigators in Lee County have issued an update on the Aniah Blanchard case. At a news conference this afternoon, Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes revealed that Blanchard died of a gunshot…
Governor's Mansion Opens for Free Christmas Tours
The Alabama Governor's Mansion will once again be open for free Christmas tours. This is the opportunity for vistors to tour the historic mansion, which is decorated for the holidays. The Governor's Mansion will be open from 5-7PM on Monday,…
More than 2,000 Fill Garrett Coliseum to Remember Life of Slain Lowndes County Sheriff
Slain Lowndes County sheriff "Big" John Williams remembered as a dedicated peace officer who loved serving the people of his county. More than 2,000 mourners filled an auditorium Monday for funeral services…
Prattville Man Killed in Pickup Truck Wreck in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a Prattville man has been killed in a pickup truck wreck. Police say around 6PM last night, they and fire medics responded to the crash site at Foshee Road and Paul Road. Police say the driver, Kevin…
Two-Vehicle Crash Claims the Life of a Prattville Man
A Prattville man has died after a two-vehicle crash occurred in Montgomery on Sunday afternoon. According to Montgomery Police Captain Regina Duckett, officers and fire medics responded to Hayneville Road at Pinetree Lane in reference to a crash involving a…
Church Service Brings Religions Together to Honor Rosa Parks
Sunday, December 1st marks 64 years since Rosa Parks' arrest sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Events celebrating her legacy continued Sunday night with a church service in Montgomery. The service was held…
Alabama Unveils Statue of Civil Rights Icon Rosa Parks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A new statue of civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks has been dedicated in Alabama's capital city. Steven Reed, who recently became the first African American mayor of Montgomery,…
Montgomery to Open Time Capsule to Mark 200th Anniversary
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Officials in Alabama's capital city are preparing to open a time capsule that contains letters from residents and city officials to their successors and descendants. The Montgomery Advertiser reports the capsule was sealed 50 years ago,…
State Christmas Tree Coming to Alabama Capitol
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The state Christmas tree is coming to the Alabama Capitol. Gov. Kay Ivey's office says the tree is arriving at about noon Monday. A lighting ceremony is set for 5:30 p.m. Friday, and the public is…
Fans React To Auburn's Iron Bowl Victory
The Auburn Tigers pull off an upset, defeating the Alabama Crimson tide in the 2019 Iron Bowl. Fans across the River Region gathered around their televisions to watch the game unfold.…
Boat Catches Fire on Lake Martin
Fire officials in Alexander City responded to a fully engulfed boat fire on Saturday afternoon. The boat fire occurred at the Wind Creek Marina on Lake Martin. According to the Alexander Fire Department, there were no injuries. The cause of…
