Sentencing was the topic of the Governor's Study Group on Criminal Justice Policy meeting Thursday. Lawmakers were presented with pages and pages of data outlining Alabama's booming prison population and complex…
As many parents know from experience, child care can get expensive-especially for college students who are also juggling jobs. But a new program on Troy University’s campuses could help…
Former Selma Fire Chief, Toney Stephens, has filed a lawsuit against the city of Selma and Mayor Darrio Melton. Stephens served on the Selma Fire Department for 8 years, four which he served as fire chief. Stephens says that Mayor…
OXFORD, Ala. (AP) - Police say the death of an 11-month-old Alabama boy who was left in a parked car was an accident, but a grand jury will still look at the case. Oxford Police Chief Bill Partridge told a…
Montgomery is becoming a model for many cities across the country. A delegation from Topeka, Kansas is visiting this week. Around 60 community leaders are in town to learn about Montgomery's economic development and downtown…
On average nearly 6,000 pedestrians lose their lives every year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Emergency braking systems can save lives. Many new cars are equipped with sensors that can detect a pedestrian and stop automatically if…
Montgomery police tell Alabama News Network that an officer has been injured in an altercation at Sam's Club late this afternoon. Police say someone was trying to steal merchandise. During a struggle,…
Just weeks after opening Montgomery's first charter school, Dr. Nicole Ivey is no longer the principal at LEAD Academy. "She was given the opportunity to resign," said board member Ryan Cantrell.…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- After sitting vacant and boarded up for the first part of the year -- the historic St. James Hotel in downtown Selma -- is now bustling with activity. Rhaglan Hospitality -- the property's new owner…
Pike County deputies say a years-long drug investigation has now been solved. Pike County Sheriff's deputies arrested a man late Tuesday night. 48-year-old Michael Sanford of Brundidge was taken…
A white Dallas police officer has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for fatally shooting her unarmed, black neighbor in his home. The jury sentenced Amber Guyger on Wednesday. Guyger was convicted of murder Tuesday in the September 2018…
Municipal offices in Selma are closed because of an employee sickout. According to reports, doors to City Hall were locked Wednesday because workers didn't report for duty. A statement from Selma Mayor…
The Alabama Ethics Commission found probable cause that a MPS basketball coach may have violated state ethics laws. The Commission voted 5-0 Wednesday morning to refer the case involving former Brewbaker Tech basketball coach Chauncey Shines to the Montgomery County…
The Alabama Ethics Commission found probable cause that a former city councilor and current state senator may have violated state ethics laws. The Commission voted 4-0 Wednesday morning to refer the case involving former Montgomery City Councilor and current State…
An auto parts manufacturer says it's building a new plant in Alabama. Gov. Kay Ivey announced the news Tuesday. She says South Korean company Shinhwa Group is investing $42 million in a facility and will create 95 jobs in Auburn,…
A woman previously charged with voter fraud has been appointed to a county elections board by Gov. Kay Ivey. According to reports, Ivey appointed 79-year-old Rosie Lyles to the Hale County Board of Registrars on Friday. Lyles was charged with…
Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions praised the policies of his former boss President Donald Trump and said he continues to support him. Sessions spoke Tuesday night at a Madison County Republican Party fundraiser in Huntsville. The former attorney general and…
The Alabama Department of Public Health has confirmed the state's first death from a vaping-associated injury. The death involved a man from East Alabama whose identity hasn't been released. The death comes…
We are just one week away from Montgomery's mayoral run-off election. It's down to the wire for candidates Steven Reed and David Woods. Both attended a candidate forum Tuesday night at…
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…
