Deondra Lee Sentenced to Life Imprisonment Without Parole
A man convicted of capital murder last week in the triple slaying of 9-year-old twins and their babysitter in 2012 found out his sentence today. After hours of deliberation in…
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Fourth Person Charged in Oct. 3 Fatal Shooting in Montgomery
Montgomery Police have charged another person in the shooting death of 27-year-old Terry Tallie. 25-year-old Markieth Manora has been charged with one count of Capital Murder. Manora is the fourth person charged in the case. Manora is being held in…
MPD: Toddler Dies From Gunshot Wound
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…
MPS Leaders Respond to Declining Enrollment Numbers
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…
Feds: Mercedes in US Slow & Sloppy on Recall Notifications
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…
Allow a Gentle White House Exit for Jeff Sessions?
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…
Arts and Crafts Show Highlights Hand-Made Items Around Southeast
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…
Former Montgomery State Prison Guard headed to Federal Prison
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…
27th Annual Peanut Butter Festival Shines Light on History of Brundidge
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…
Lions Club Chili Cookoff
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…
$17.7 million in Community Block Grants Awarded
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…
Selma Food Pantry Holds Annual Stock the Shelves Fund Raiser
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…
Polio-Like Disease Raises Concerns
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…
Face 2 Face: Rhonda Oats
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: …
Montgomery Police Officer Charged with Enticing 15-Year Old Girl
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,…
Arrest Made in Pipe Bomb Mailings
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 County Tax Notice Error
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…
Hundreds Participate in Envision Montgomery 2040 Summit
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…
Montgomery Man Convicted of Sexually Abusing a Child
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…
Attorneys Ask DA to Probe Campaign Donations to AG Steve Marshall
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…
Long-time Police Officer Wraps Up Career in Selma
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…
Man Found Guilty of 2012 Murder of 9-Year-Old Twins and Babysitter
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…
MPD Officer Placed on Leave; Charged with Enticing a Child
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.…
OSHA Cites Selma Facility After Employee's Death
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…
Former ALEA Narcotics Officer Sentenced for Computer Tampering and Ethics Violations
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…
