The War on Confederacy (Monuments)
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Chip Lindsey Named New Head Coach of Troy Trojans
Chip Lindsey is set to become the next head coach for the Troy Trojans. This comes days after Neal Brown left the program to take the head coaching job…
Trustmark Bank in Prattville Robbed, Police Search for Suspect
The Trustmark Bank on Cobbs Ford Road in Prattville was robbed earlier this morning. They say the suspect is a white man who was wearing a dark hat, white t-shirt, camo jacket and jeans. He was last seen driving a…
Crime Down in Montgomery? Police Chief, Mayor Present 2018 Crime Stats
Crime stats in Montgomery are out, and you may be surprised to find out which crimes the city had less of last year. Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley gave the…
DUI Charges Against Alabama City Councilman Tossed
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) - The case of an Alabama city councilman accused of driving under the influence has been expunged, or cleared from the legal records. News outlets reported that a judge in Huntsville signed an order late last month…
Montgomery City Officials to Find Solutions to Celebratory Gunfire Issues
The gunfire heard on New Year's Eve, is still frightening to some people like John Phillips who lives in Montgomery's Garden District. "There were some people that showed up in…
Allegations of Animal Abuse Raised in Perry Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Dallas County women say dogs are being abused in Perry County and they want authorities to do something about it. Beth Leslie and Danielle…
City Of Brundidge Working to Revitalize Downtown
The city of Brundidge is working to bring improvements to its downtown area. The town has formed committees to help look for ways to bring business, spruce up store fronts, and add…
Alabama Legislative Committee on Assignments---Makes Assignments
Committee on Rules Jabo Waggoner (Chair) Clay Scofield (Vice Chair) Gerald Allen Linda Coleman-Madison Vivian Figures Jimmy Holley Steve Livingston Jim McClendon Tim Melson Arthur Orr Greg Reed Rodger Smitherman Committee on Finance & Taxation Education Arthur Orr (Chair)…
Registered Sex Offender Arrested on Campus on Montgomery Elementary School
A registered sex offender has been arrested after being on the campus of a Montgomery school. Police say David Cain, 53, was found loitering on the property of Davis Elementary. They say Cain was turned away from campus after not…
Ala. U.S. Senator Jones Wants Annual Totals of Medicaid Money "Left on Table"
Democratic U.S. Senator Doug Jones wants the Federal Government to publish figures each year telling people in states that have not expanded Medicaid, like Alabama, what they are missing. “For a state like Alabama, where our rural hospitals and health…
Sen. Shelby to Head Powerful Senate Appropriations Committee
The Republican Majority U.S. Senate has selected Republican Alabama U.S. Senator Richard Shelby as Chairman of the Appropriations Committee. That position provides Shelby with enormous power to direct federal dollars to his home state. "In addition to serving as chairman…
County Commission Chairman Elton Dean Discusses Decision to Run For Montgomery Mayor
In a video message posted to social media Tuesday, Montgomery County Commissioner Elton Dean proudly announced his bid fro Montgomery Next Mayor. Dean is the first to announce his candidacy do…
Federal Workers Affected by Government Shutdown Can Apply for Unemployment Benefits
Federal employees who have been furloughed due to the partial government shutdown can apply for unemployment compensation benefits. Employees who are not working due to the shutdown should apply online at www.labor.alabama.gov or by calling 1-866-234-5382. Furloughed employees must meet state…
Multiple Firearms Taken from Cars, Police Search for Suspect
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public's assistance to help solve an Unlawful Breaking/Entering of a Vehicle that occurred in the 100 block of Smothers Road on December 21, 2018 in Montgomery County. Several firearms were taken…
Former Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford Dead at 72
Former Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford has died a week after being released from prison because of his failing health. Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announced Langford's passing Tuesday evening. He was 72. Woodfin said that Langford had an "unmatched love for…
Political Analyst Steve Flowers Weighs in on Montgomery's 2019 Mayoral Race
Montgomery's Mayor's race may be month's away. But one person who has their sights set on city hall. Montgomery County Commission Chairman Elton Dean has thrown his name into the…
Trump Makes Case for Border Wall in Prime Time Oval Office Speech
President Donald Trump says in an Oval Office address that there is a "growing humanitarian and security crisis" at the U.S.-Mexico border, though crossings have fallen in recent years. The president said Tuesday night that all Americans are hurt by…
Selma Police Investigate First Murder of the New Year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police are investigating the city's first murder of 2019 -- after a man is gunned down in a housing project. Police say officers responded…
Alabama Fans React to National Championship
Most fans were shocked and surprise at the outcome of Monday nights championship game. The Clemson Tigers pulled away to a 44-16 victory in convincing fashion to become the…
Democrats Object to Rules That Could Shorten Debate Time
Democrats in the House of Representatives are objecting to changes they contend further limit their ability to have influence in the GOP-dominated chamber. Democratic House members on Tuesday voiced opposition to Republicans' proposed operating rules for the next four years.…
Charles Henderson Basketball Player Receiving National Support After Suspension
Charles Henderson senior Maori Davenport loves basketball. Her career is highlighted by winning a state championship her junior year and winning the gold medal while playing for Team USA U-18 last…
ADOC Investigates Multiple Deaths at Prisons Across the State
The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) is investigating the fatal stabbing of a state inmate that was reported at Staton Correctional Facility in Elmore on Monday. At approximately 3:30 a.m., correctional officers conducting a security check found inmate John…
Murder Conviction Upheld for 2015 Montgomery Fatal Shooting
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals upheld the murder conviction of Clarence Morris Lamar. Lamar, 35, of Montgomery, was convicted in Montgomery County Circuit Court in August 2017, for the murder of Cordarryl Foxhall.…
One Man's Journey out of Homelessness
James Spedding spends most of his days painting homes for families to move into, but not too long ago, his home was a group of tents along the banks of the…
