Effort Underway in Selma to Use Sports to Help Reduce Crime
From the West Alabama newsroom--- There's an effort is underway in Selma to use sports -- as a way to help stop the violence in the city. Goals have gone up -- and lines…
News
MPD Investigate Shooting Incident on E. South Blvd.
Montgomery Police are trying to determine where a shooting incident occurred on the city's south side. Authorities were called to the scene at the 900 block of E. South Boulevard just before 3:00PM. There, a female victim was located…
J.C. Love, III Named New Montgomery County Probate Judge
Governor Kay Ivey announced she has named J C Love, III to serve as Montgomery County’s Probate Judge. The governor signed Love’s appointment letter Friday. “J C Love, III has an impressive career, both in his work as an attorney…
Auburn Student Missing Since August Found Dead, Foul Play Not Suspected
An Auburn University student who was reported missing was found dead on Sunday, November 10th. Auburn police say 22-year-old Chi-Kai Lai, an Asian student enrolled at the university, was found in an out-building in the 500 block of Southview Drive.…
Alabama Unemployment Rate Drops to New Record Low of 2.8%
Alabama's unemployment rate has dropped to a record 2.8%. A statement released Friday by the state labor agency says the preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for October was down two-tenths of a percent from 3% in September. That's 1 percentage…
Roger Stone guilty of witness tampering, lying to Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) - Roger Stone, a longtime friend and ally of President Donald Trump, has been found guilty at his trial in federal court in Washington. Stone was convicted Friday. He was charged…
Bo Bikes Bama Set for April 2020
The annual charity bike ride supporting the Governor's Emergency Relief Fund is now set for April 2020. Officials with Bo Bikes Bama announced Friday morning that cyclists from across the country will join legendary athlete Bo Jackson in Auburn on…
Crumbling Classrooms: A Look Inside MPS Schools & the Millions It Will Take to Repair
Two hundred million dollars in deferred maintenance... That's just the estimate for Montgomery Public Schools, but one board member said that number could actually be higher. Unusable classrooms, faulty heat and A.C. units... and…
I-Team Extra: Crumbling Classrooms
In an Alabama News Network I-Team Extra, Andrew James investigates maintenance needs across the Montgomery Public School system. School leaders estimate deferred maintenance needs are near $200 million and say the money in the budget doesn't even scratch the…
Impacts of Social Media on Missing Persons Cases
Misery and mystery can linger in missing person cases. To many, it may seem like there's been a rise in missing person cases, and some even say you can thank social…
Senator Doug Jones on Impeachment Inquiry, "it's too soon to assume where it may lead."
Senator Doug Jones was in the Capitol City Thursday addressing a law conference at the MPAC. We caught up with the Alabama Senator to get his thoughts on the current public hearings…
Troy Parents Arrested for Chemical Endangerment of an Infant
Two parents from Troy were arrested Wednesday for chemical endangerment of a child. Troy Police Chief Randall Barr says 36-year-old William Ray Oliver and 24-year-old Taylor Rose Spurlock were taken into custody…
Selma Family Tries to Move on from Tragic 2013 Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma family is trying to move on -- after the tragic murder of a loved one -- and an agonizing six year wait for justice to be…
Family of Slain ASU Student Speaks Out After Reckless Murder Charges Dropped
The family of 19-year-old Alexis Moss has been taking steps towards healing and a sense of closure, in the 2 months after she was fatally shot. Steps that have…
Aniah Blanchard's Parents on Dr. Phil, Say They're 'Holding onto Hope'
Aniah Haley Blanchard, 19, was last seen October 23rd in Auburn, Alabama. Police said the last person she talked to was a friend that night, just before midnight. Montgomery police located Aniah's car at the Park Place Apartments in Montgomery…
AG Commissioner Speaks at Farm City Week Breakfast in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Folks in Selma are celebrating Farm City Week. The annual Button Hole Breakfast was held Thursday morning at the Central Alabama Farmer's Co-op as part of…
Judge Refuses to Recuse Himself in Alabama Democratic Party Dispute
A Montgomery judge is refusing to step aside in a lawsuit over who is in control of the Alabama Democratic Party. Circuit Judge Greg Griffin on Thursday said he will not recuse. State Rep. Chris England and Nancy Worley both…
Crenshaw County Commissioner Passes Unexpectedly from Heart Attack
Crenshaw County is mourning the sudden loss of one of its county commissioners. Charles Bailey, 55, passed away unexpectedly due to an apparent heart attack on Wednesday morning. Bailey served residents in District 4. He is survived by his wife,…
Prattville Bus Driver Accused of Putting Child Off Bus, Arrested on Misdemeanor Charges
A Prattville school bus driver accused of kicking a child off the bus and driving away has been arrested on a misdemeanor charge. According to reports, Bradley Michael All, 48, turned himself in to the Autauga Metro Jail on Monday…
General Crowell Won't Serve as Montgomery County Probate Judge
Governor Kay Ivey announced this morning that Brigadier General Ed Crowell won't serve as Montgomery County's next probate judge. According to the governor's office, General Crowell is unqualified to serve due to the age required under the state's constitution. “I…
Multiple Students Shot at California High School, Suspect in Custody
SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (AP) - Several students were injured in a shooting at a Southern California high school Thursday. The shooting occurred at Saugus High School. Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva says the suspect is in custody. The name…
Poarch Band of Creek Indians Propose New Gambling Plan in Alabama
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians released its comprehensive plan for gaming legislation in Alabama. The proposed plan would include a clean, traditional lottery and two additional hotels/casinos with unlimited gaming. It also includes a one-time $225 million payment to…
Report: Google to Offer Checking Accounts
Google plans offer checking accounts run by Citigroup and a credit union, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. Big tech companies have been pushing into other arenas such as finance and health care to gain more access…
Thanksgiving Travel Rush Likely to Shatter Records
Record throngs of travelers are expected to jam into airports over the Thanksgiving break and airlines are adding hundreds of flights a day in response. The Transportation Security Administration said Wednesday that it expects to screen more than 26.8 million…
Search for Police Chief Moves Forward in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The search to find a permanent new police chief to lead the Selma Police Department -- continues to move forward. City council President Corey Bowie said the search committee…
