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Alabama to issue new car tags in 2027

The State of Alabama is preparing to issue a new standard car tag design in 2027 as well as to offer a "blackout tag" for the first time.

Montgomery airport gets new air traffic control training system

The Montgomery Regional Airport now has a new, high-tech way to train air traffic controllers.

Man dies while in custody at Montgomery Municipal Jail

Montgomery police say around 6:13 a.m. Monday, jail staff transported 63-year-old Roosevelt Sankey II, to the onsite infirmary during a medical emergency.

Heart of Alabama Food Bank gets helping hand from Publix volunteers

Dozens of Publix workers have traded their grocery store for the Heart of Alabama Food Bank as they help hungry people in our area.

Two arrested in Montgomery drug bust; thousands of dollars worth of drugs, guns seized

Montgomery police have arrested in two people following a Wednesday morning drug bust.

The City of Greenville adds 'Autistic Child at Play signs' across city Neighborhoods

A Greenville Mother is working with the city to help bring awareness for autistic individuals in the community.

New workforce training facility opens at Perry Co. PREP Center

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Alabama Bureau of Pardons & Paroles and Ingram State Technical College unveil a new workforce training facility -- today at the Perry County PREP Center near Uniontown.…

Greenville manufacturer to close, laying off 52 workers

A Greenville manufacturer has announced that it will close later this year, putting dozens of people out of work.

New state law to ban e-cigarettes and vapes from non-smoking areas

Beginning October 1, Alabama’s Clean Indoor Air Act will ban electronic nicotine delivery systems, such as e-cigarettes and vaping devices, from non-smoking areas.

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Officer hit by gunfire, suspect killed in Marengo County

An officer has been hit by gunfire while a suspect was killed in a shooting in Marengo County.

AISA to end its administration over private school athletics

The Alabama Independent School Association board of directors has voted to conclude AISA’s interscholastic athletic program at the end of this school year, bringing an end to more than 50 years of athletic administration.

Millbrook names new fire chief

For the first time in more than three decades, the city of Millbrook has a new fire chief.

Montgomery Rotary Club welcomes international military officers to city

Members of the Montgomery Rotary Club are taking time to welcome a special group of military officers.

Gov. Kay Ivey receives Lifetime Champion of Children Award

Gov. Kay Ivey has received the first Lifetime Champion for Children Award during the 2026 Children's Policy Council Conference in Montgomery.

Montgomery City Council approves $373 million budget for FY2027

The $373 million dollar budget includes funding for public safety, city infrastructure, and government efficiency improvements. It also includes raises for city employees.

Troy University unveils program aimed at strengthening relationships between students, local industries

Troy University's Sorrell School of Business unveiled the Sorrell Corporate Partnership Program at a ribbon cutting Tuesday. The program provides students with greater access to business leaders and career opportunities within a one hour radius of Troy.