The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a shooting that resulted in a toddler's death. The shooting happened Monday afternoon in the 3700 block of South Court Street. The toddler was rushed to a local hospital where the child was pronounced…
Data collected by the Alabama Department of Education reveals that Montgomery Public Schools is shrinking, and we know that enrollment numbers have been dropping for many years now. MPS Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore says the biggest factor in this…
DETROIT (AP) - The U.S. government is investigating Mercedes-Benz, alleging that the German automaker has been slow to mail safety recall notices and file required reports involving recalls of over 1.4 million vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said…
WASHINGTON (AP) - Some allies of Jeff Sessions say they want the White House to allow for a graceful exit for an attorney general they believe has carried out the…
Dozens of vendors, creators, and designers came to Prattville for the annual Spinners Pumpkin Patch Arts and Crafts show this weekend. When asked about their products, many of the vendors said their craftsmanship is one-of-a-kind. The Prattville Spinner's Club allows…
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A former Alabama prison guard has been sentenced to six years in federal custody for intending to smuggle drugs into the facility where he worked. U.S. Attorney Louis V. Franklin Sr. says 29-year-old Antwan Giles was…
Peanut butter sustained the city of Brundidge during the Great Depression in the 1930's. Each year, residents hold its annual Peanut Butter Festival to celebrate the snack that had an impact on Brundidge's economy. Lawrence Bowden is the President of…
Best overall Amateur 1 - child protect, 2 - united good & fuel Restaurant 1 - central, 2 - Biscuits (wild game) Best meat Amateur 1 - united food & fuel, 2…
Representatives from communities across Alabama came together Friday grateful for the opportunity to help their communities in practical ways. Fifty-five communities received block grants from ADECA totaling more than $17 million. "These grants will provide tangible resources and make a…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A faith-based non-profit in Selma holds its annual community-wide food drive and fund raiser -- to try and Stock-the-Shelves for the holidays. The Stock the Shelves Fund Raiser is the one and only fundraiser of…
Over 60 confirmed cases of Acute Flaccid Myelitis - a rare but serious condition has popped up in 22 states. In Alabama, there are no confirmed cases. However, officials say 4 cases are under investigation. "It's worrisome that there are…
Our Face 2 Face interview series features an interview with the Democratic Nominee for The MBOE District 5 seat. She talks with Alabama News Network's Senior Political Reporter, Tim Lennox: …
The Montgomery Police Department has initiated disciplinary actions against a 22-year-old police officer after charging him with enticing a 15-year-old female. MPD charged Stevie Rodgers with one count of enticing a child to enter a house for immoral purposes, (§13A-6-69,…
Law enforcement officers were seen on television Friday examining a white van, its windows covered with an assortment of stickers, in the city of Plantation, Florida. The stickers included images of American flags, and what appeared to be logos of…
Montgomery Revenue officials say a Tennessee Company that handles property tax billing for Montgomery County made an error in this year's tax calculation. They say the Diversified Services company neglected to count a $10 storm water fees when they totaled…
Five hundred participants gathered at the ASU Acadome Thursday night. "There have been some individual plans, and this is a time to put it all together in one place, one comprehensive plan and be able to reach as many people…
A Montgomery man is facing life in prison after sexually abusing a child. Authorities say Denardo Laster was convicted of rape, sodomy, and incest. They say because of Laster's criminal record, he faces a mandatory life sentence without parole.  “Denardo…
Two Montgomery lawyers are asking the local district attorney to review $735,000 in contributions Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall received from a national Republican group as a possible campaign finance violation. Jullian McPhillips, who has spoken as a campaign surrogate…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- One of Selma's Finest is calling it quits after more than 37 years of service on the police force. Sgt. Roy Nix has been protecting and serving the people of Selma -- since 1981. He's…
Deandra Lee has been found guilty of killing 9-year-old twins, Jordan and Taylor Dejerinett, and their 73-year-old babysitter Jack Girdner. The murders occurred in 2012. The victims bodies were found in a Lowndes County field, along Highway 21. According to Lowdnes…
A Montgomery police officer has been relieved of duty after being accused of enticing a 15-year-old female. Steve Rodgers, 22, is charged with one count of enticing a child to enter a house for immoral purposes; a Class C felony.…
Here is the Labor Department press release: The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Globe Metallurgical Inc. for personal protective equipment violations after an employee suffered fatal injuries at its facility in Selma. OSHA…
Attorney General Steve Marshall today announced the sentencing of a former Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) officer to serve 60 days in jail for 13 charges, including 12 counts of computer tampering and an ethics charge of using his public…
For the past five years, the Alabama Accountability Act has allowed students of failing schools to transfer to a another public or even private school if they met certain income requirements.…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma community is stepping up to the plate -- to help get police officers and fire fighters -- the equipment they need -- to stay…
