Woman injured after SUV falls into Montgomery sinkhole
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A woman suffered minor injuries, and her car was damaged, after it fell into a sinkhole Thursday afternoon, according to the Montgomery Police Department. Officers responded to the 2600 block of Whispering Pine Drive around 4:30 p.m. on reports of a “roadway hazard.” That’s just off...
This Alabama Restaurant Is So Wonderfully Weird, You’ll Be Talking About It For Years
When someone tells you they know a place where hats float through the air and teacups defy gravity, you either back away slowly or immediately ask for directions. In Mentone, Alabama, The Hatter Cafe proves that the second option is definitely the right choice. Perched atop Lookout Mountain in the...
One person injured after motorcycle pursuit ends in shooting incident in Alabama
ALABAMA — A Colbert County deputy shot a man following a motorcycle pursuit Wednesday night after the suspect allegedly pulled a firearm, according to authorities. Officials said a deputy initially attempted to stop a motorcycle carrying a male driver and a female passenger for an expired tag. The driver refused to...
Remains may bring closure to missing Alabama man’s family
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Possible human remains found in the Hickory Hill neighborhood in Memphis may be linked to the case of a missing realtor from Alabama. A representative for the Dumas family told WREG the family is hopeful that this discovery could help move this case forward. “What exactly was found? Is there any...
Neighbors want something done about wild, against-the-rules parties in rental homes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A problem facing many cities nationwide is now showing up closer to home: people renting private homes and throwing large, disruptive parties in violation of their rental agreements. A Montgomery subdivision is the latest to face the dilemma, prompting homeowners to hold an emergency meeting...
Prattville woman dies month after being hit by truck
A Prattville woman who was struck by a vehicle while crossing the road in late February has died, her family tells WSFA 12 News.
Montgomery police chief objects to Alabama Senate-passed staffing bill
An Alabama House committee approved a bill requiring cities like Montgomery to maintain a specific ratio of law enforcement officers to residents or face potential state takeover of their police departments. An Alabama House committee approved a bill that requires cities, Montgomery in particular, to maintain a...
Alabama’s Most Beloved Dish Is Pecan Pie And These 7 Places Have Perfected It
These 7 restaurants offer perfect pies and genuine Southern hospitality!. 1. Heaton Pecan Farm (Clanton) In the middle of peach country, there’s a place dedicated entirely to pecans. Heaton Pecan Farm in Clanton knows pecans inside and out. The white building with green shutters looks like a classic farm...
Talk It Out: Vaping Laws & Mental Health Forum in Montgomery
Leaders say one of the most effective ways to curb vaping is by creating a village for kids to feel supported.
Non-Profit Labels Two West Alabama Hospitals At Risk For Closure
With the pressure mounting on rural hospitals, local economies are at stake. The impact is more than just healthcare—it's about jobs and community stability.

















