Hundreds of people gathered to remembered firefighters who died in 2017, including 54 year old Demopolis Alabama Lieutenant Christopher Lane Foster, who died in march of 2017... not long after he had responded to a car accident. He was married…
Hurricane Michael continues to weaken with max sustained winds now down to 90 mph near the center. Tropical storm force winds (39 mph+) will be possible mainly over our southeastern counties (Pike & Bullock). Michael will move rapidly northeastward this…
Capt. David Hughes of the Pike Road Fire Department says smoke could continue to rise from a fire at the Feed Lot store on Meriwether Road for several…
As Saturday's U.S Senate vote illustrated, there s a lot of division in the U.S today and that's offered something to pray about for people taking part in an annual prayer walk in downtown Montgomery. Brooke Freeman was one of…
Some pet owners visited Blount Cultural Park Saturday to support the work of the Montgomery Humane Society. They took a one-mile pledge walk and watched dog agility demonstrations. Coordinator's say they usually raise around $18,000 at the event to pay…
"At approximately 3:50 p.m. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 3600 block of Gas Light Curve in reference to a subject shot. Upon arrival an adult male was located. The male sustained a life-threatening gunshot wound. The male was…
The City of Wetumpka is coloring the town pink this month in support of breast cancer awareness. The city held its annual 'Color the Town Pink Walk' Friday. Dozens of women and men affected by breast cancer met at the…
It's not everyday that Pintlala Elementary students get a visit from Montana state officials. But Montana Governor Steve Bullock and 2 Montana state senators are visiting Pintlala Elementary and other Alabama schools to get a better grasp on what to do…
One year ago, the Department of Justice announced the revitalization and enhancement of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), which Attorney General Sessions has made the centerpiece of the Department’s violent crime reduction strategy. PSN is an evidence-based program proven to be…
The Democratic candidate for attorney general is urging the state Ethics Commission to review campaign contributions he says Attorney General Steve Marshall illegally received from a national Republican group. Joe Siegelman in a Thursday letter to commission members argued the…
Sheriff's deputies have now classified a man's death last month as a homicide. Reports say the body of 37-year-old Labrandon Tatum of Waugh was found Sept. 19 after a friend was unable to contact him by phone. The man went…
It was a sold out crowd Thursday for Faulkner University's Benefit Dinner. The guest speaker was former Prime Minister Tony Blair. Two thousand people came out tonight to the Renaissance Hotel to…
Montgomery County D.A. Daryl Bailey is complaining directly The Governor about the Alabama Parole Board releasing people who he believes should still be behind bars:
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Autauga County men are behind bars after an undercover operation leads to a major drug bust in Dallas County. Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson…
A Montgomery High School is being recognized nationally for improving parental involvement with the schools. Sidney Lanier High School is now a National PTA School of Excellence. The award is the result…
In the 1800's, Montgomery became the first U.S. city to use a trolly transportation system. And a local tourism business is wanting to bring a trolly-like bus to the city of Montgomery.…
Montgomery City and County officials hope to grow the economy by using some unique area technology. They're calling it Tech MGM, a name that is a combination sales pitch and positioning statement.…
Members of The "Friends of The Alabama Archives" group were given a first look at the "Ordinance of Secession" and two early Alabama Constitutions today. The documents been in Massachusetts for some much needed restoration. The other constitutions are now…
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle crash that resulted in one fatality. On Thursday, Oct. 4, at about 2:30 a.m., Montgomery police and Fire Medics responded to the 2300 block of Eastern Blvd. in reference to a…
The success of the Equal Justice Initiative's museum and memorial in Montgomery may bring more expansion. Reports say the Montgomery City Council approved the sale of a parking lot to the civil rights nonprofit for $900,000 Tuesday. City officials say…
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the Wednesday night shooting death of Terry Tallie, 27, of Montgomery. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 2200 block of Lucas Drive on October 3, after receiving a report…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's nothing better than having a good time and supporting a good cause at the same time. Alabama News Network Kids Day provided that opportunity Wednesday at…
Diversity in the workplace was on the minds of hundreds of people attending the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce's Diversity Summit Wednesday. More than 600 representatives from small businesses to large…
A former Tallassee police officer has been indicted on federal civil rights violations. The department of justice says Michael Smirnoff is charged with two counts of deprivation of rights under color of law, and one count of obstruction of justice.…
