Could the Alabama Democratic Party See a Change in Leadership Soon?
A change in leadership could be coming to Alabama's Democratic Party. That's because the Democratic National Committee is asking the party to hold a new election and soon.…
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Sweet Water Schools Rank Among the Top 30 in State
From the West Alabama newsroom-- Sweetwater High School and Sweetwater Middle School have each been recognized -- as one of the Top 30 high schools -- and one of the…
Hillary Clinton to Participate in Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee
The former Secretary of State, U.S. Senator, and First Lady will be in Selma for the bridge crossing jubilee. She will participate in jubilee activities, but more importantly she…
Troy University Receives Recognition as 2019 Green Ribbon School
Troy University is receiving love for its efforts to improve the environment and reduce utility costs. The University's construction of Janice Hawkins Cultural Park, and other initiatives, lead the Alabama State…
Changes in Alabama Since Parkland?
The only real change in Alabama since that school shooting one year ago was an executive order allowing administrators to have guns in certain schools. Governor Ivey sidestepped the legislature by signing an executive order that allows administrators at schools…
Alabama Democratic Party Upheaval
The National Democratic Party has overruled the state party and recommended it to hold a new election for chair within 90 days. The national group also wants the state party to change its election rules. The decision came in…
Could Governor Kay Ivey's Prison Plan Put Some Existing Prisons in Danger of Closing?
Governor Kay Ivey wants to build 3 mega prisons. But some fear her plan could mean closing existing facilities. It is not known where those 3 new prisons could…
Montgomery Regional Airport has Major Growth in Air Travelers
Officials have gone the extra mile to make Montgomery Regional Airport a viable option for travelers. Now they are seeing the results of their labor as the airport has reported and…
ALProHealth Program Targets Obesity in Lowndes County
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A program aimed at preventing and reducing obesity gets underway in Lowndes County. ALProHealth is a 5-year initiative to fight the obesity epidemic. It's being implemented…
Food Regulators Unable to Identify Source of Romaine Lettuce Contamination
U.S. food regulators say they weren't able to identify a contamination source for a food poisoning outbreak that prompted them to warn people to avoid romaine lettuce this fall . The Food and Drug Administration says it wasn't able to…
Head of FEMA Announces Resignation
The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is resigning, months after an investigation found he misused government vehicles to travel to his home in North Carolina. Brock Long said in a letter Wednesday to agency employees that he was…
Fire Destroys Iconic Panhandle Restaurant
GRAYTON BEACH, Fla. - Red Bar, an iconic restaurant and bar, in Grayton Beach, was destroyed after a fire early Wednesday morning. South Walton Fire District firefighters responded shortly before 6 a.m. According to South Walton Fire Rescue, Garfield Street, Hotz Street,…
Pike County Probate Office Making Life Easier for Goshen Residents
The hassle of travel just got a little bit easier for Goshen residents after the Pike County Probate Office opened a satellite office Wednesday morning in Goshen City Hall.…
Passenger Traffic Up 11% at Montgomery Regional Airport
The Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) has announced that 338,920 passengers traveled through the airport in 2018, an 11.3% increase from traffic during the previous year. The rise in passenger count, more than 34,000 travelers, marks important progress in ongoing efforts…
Wetumpka Church Members Vote to Return Donation to Casino
The First Baptist Church of Wetumpka is returning a $25,000 donation from a casino because it doesn't support gambling. The church was damaged by a tornado last month. The…
Political Analyst Steve Flowers Weighs In on Alabama Senator Richard Shelby's Role in Border Security Deal
Alabama Senator Richard Shelby is in the spotlight for his role in negotiating a deal to fund some sort of border barrier and avert another government shutdown. "He's getting a lot…
Ala. Department of Public Health Still Working to Find Out How Many People Could Be Impacted By Hepatitis A Scare at Carter Hill Road Panera Bread
The Alabama Department of Public Health is still working to find out how many people could be impacted the Hepatitis AÂ scare at the Montgomery Panera Bread on Carter Hill Road. Officials say that between January 26th and February 5th,…
Dallas Co. Sheriff's Office Honors Former Longtime Chief Deputy
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas Co. Sheriff's Office pays homage to the memory of longtime Chief Deputy Randy Pugh. A plaque in honor of former Chief Deputy Randy…
Program Helping College Students with Drug and Alcohol Abuse
It's something teenagers dream about: leaving their parent's homes, moving to college, and experiencing the world. College presents students with opportunities to make adult decisions. Some of those decisions…
Homes Damaged After Storms Move Through Wetumpka
Less than a month after an E-F 2 tornado hit Wetumpka, some people are once again cleaning up after a strong line of storms moved through the area Tuesday. Residents…
Drug Lord "El Chapo" Convicted of All 10 Charges, Expected to Appeal
NEW YORK (AP) - The Latest on the verdict for Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman's U.S. trial (all Eastern times): 1:50 p.m. A defense attorney for Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman says the notorious drug lord's conviction will be appealed. Jeffrey Lichtman…
Rapper 21 Savage Granted Immigration Bond, Expected to be Released Wednesday
A lawyer for Grammy-nominated rapper 21 Savage says he's been granted bond for release from federal immigration custody. Immigration attorney Charles Kuck said the bond was granted too late Tuesday for Abraham-Joseph to be released right away. He said he…
Gov. Ivey Wants to Build Three New Prisons
Saying Alabama needs a solution to its ongoing prison crisis, Gov. Kay Ivey is seeking bids to build three large new prisons. Ivey made the announcement during a Tuesday news conference. Ivey said Alabama has a "major problem" with prison…
Elmore Man Charged with Sexual Abuse While Youth Pastor Intern in S.C. 40 Years Ago
A former youth pastor intern now living in Alabama has been arrested and charged with sexual abuse in South Carolina more than 40 years ago. Spartanburg County Sheriff's Lt. Mike Bobo says that Peter William Cooper, 63, of Elmore has…
Toys "R" Us Making a Comeback?
Toys R Us fans in the U.S. will see the iconic brand re-emerge in some form by this holiday season. Richard Barry, a former Toys R Us executive and now CEO of the new company called Tru Kids Inc., is…
