Alabama drops to 43 in national study concerning child welfare

Alabama's overall child well-being ranking dropped to No. 43 in the nation. Child poverty in Alabama remains stagnant at 21%. Alabama's national ranking in overall child well-being fell from 39 to 43 this year, according to a new annual report....

Alabama’s new REACH Act opens the door for high school students who have withdrawn to earn their diploma

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey signed the REACH Act into law during a signing ceremony this week in Montgomery, expanding educational opportunities for those who truly need that opportunity. The REACH Act is designed to allow high school...

Alabama legislative efforts deserve praise for passing public safety bills 

Eye on Politics Paul DeMarco It has been a little more than a month since Alabama lawmakers returned home from the statehouse. With the dust settling, we can look back at some of what was passed and some that should have passed. The governor and...

Gov. Ivey introduces Huntley, new First Dog of Alabama

Gov. Kay Ivey and Huntley Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday introduced Huntley, the new First Dog of Alabama. Huntley is a 3-year-old female Yellow Lab. “Huntley is amazing, and I am excited to introduce her to my fellow Alabamians,”...

ALEA warns Alabamians of nationwide phishing scam impersonating “Alabama DMV”

Special to the News The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, or ALEA, is warning citizens about a nationwide phishing scam that has recently targeted Alabamians with fraudulent text messages falsely claiming to be from the “Alabama Department of...

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Governor signs 'Safe Alabama' package

Governor Kay Ivey celebrates safety package benefiting Alabama officers

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Surrounded by officers from around the state, the governor took the chance to thank them and thank law makers who moved her package of bills through the legislature. “Alabama is sending clear signal to Alabama law...

Governor Kay Ivey signs package of public safety bills at Capitol ceremony

The legislation, collectively called the "Safe Alabama" Public Safety Pages, covered items from police accountability to officer impersonation. MONTGOMERY, Ala. — With the legislative session passed, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey ceremonially signed a...

Alabama lawmakers react to Israel's attack on Iran’s capital

Video above: Security cameras capture explosions in Tehran as Israel said it targeted nuclear and military sites Israel attacked Iran’s capital early Friday in strikes that targeted the country’s nuclear program and raised the potential for an...

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY EXECUTOR IN THE PROBATE COURT OF WALKER COUNTY, ALABAMA THE ESTATE OF BOBBY JOE RUTHERFORD DECEASED CASE NO.

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY EXECUTOR IN THE PROBATE COURT OF WALKER COUNTY, ALABAMA THE ESTATE OF BOBBY JOE RUTHERFORD DECEASED CASE NO. PC2025-101 Letters Testamentary Of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on May...

Governor Ivey signs REACH Act, lowering age for high school diploma program

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WBMA) — Governor Kay Ivey signed the REACH Act into law on Monday, June 9, expanding the High School Diploma Options (HSDO) program. The program, offered through Alabama's community colleges, allows former high school students...

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Alabama officials react to Israel striking Iran — ‘Alabama will always proudly stand with Israel!’

State and federal elected officials representing Alabama sided with Israel over Iran on Thursday. Israel stated the strikes against Iran on Thursday were necessary to deter the country’s nuclear ambitions. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said...

Hemp shop owners fear new law will devastate business

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Small business owners in Birmingham are sounding the alarm over a new law with strict regulations on Alabama’s hemp industry. Some business owners feel regulating it, especially with kids, is a good thing. But they...

What to watch tonight on FOX54+ | Locked On Auburn, Alabama Politics This Week, Killer Cases, FOX54 News at 9

FOX54+ has news, sports, tru crime, 24/7 weather updates, and more. Download on your TV and watch for free. Also available on Android and iOS devices. HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Here's what's streaming on FOX54+ tonight, and don't forget 24/7 weather...

Senate Budget Hawks, Top Trump Advisor Clash Over Border Spending In ‘Big, Beautiful’ Bill

Top White House Advisor Stephen Miller met with Senate Republicans on Thursday to discuss enhancing border security funding in the “one big, beautiful bill” amid disagreements over how much money to funnel into the border. Republican Kentucky Sen....

Alabama man accused of making bomb threats to Bangor airport

An Alabama man is facing charges in federal court after he allegedly texted bomb threats to employees at the Bangor International Airport. Robert Wicks, 23, of Decatur, Alabama, was indicted Wednesday on one felony count of false information and...

Alabama protester rights: What you should know

Protests are heating up across the country as frustration boils over. From city centers to small towns, demonstrators are taking to the streets, demanding change and making their voices heard. The scenes have grown more intense in recent days. In...