Montgomery AL

VIRGINIA — An 82-year-old Alabama man died Monday morning in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 in Rockbridge County, according to Virginia State Police. The crash happened around 7 a.m. in the southbound lanes of I-81 near the 198.6 mile marker. State police said Foster Lee Ware II, of Montgomery, Alabama, was dr

This news will not surprise Magic City food-lovers. MELT, Birmingham’s own original “cheesy” sandwich spot has the best grilled cheese sandwich in Alabama, according to the foodie digital publication Tasting Table. MELT: A “Birmingham Original” from food truck to restaurant. One of my fondest memories...

The Food Network recently released a list of “50 nostalgic eats that will inspire your next road trip,” and a beloved Alabama restaurant that’s been in business for more than 100 years was among ‘em. The Bright Star in Bessemer is the oldest family-owned restaurant and...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – The Montgomery Coca-Cola Bottling Company is giving us a look at special, limited edition cans that will honor the 250th anniversary of the United States. The company, a division of Coca-Cola United, unveiled its limited-edition “America 250” packaging today. The can features unique designs re

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has launched a civil investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center, accusing the organization of possible deceptive fundraising practices. According to the Attorney General’s Office, a subpoena was sent to the SPLC on Monday, requiring the group to turn over documents by Jun

AUTAUGA COUNTY, Ala. (WSFA) - A child is fighting for her life after being shot in the face, Autauga County Sheriff Mark Harrell tells WSFA 12 News. Harrell said investigators believe the incident was an accidental shooting. No other details were immediately clear. The child was flown to Children’s of...

Six firms with Alabama locations received Pentagon contracts worth $984 million, according to a May 8 notice. Lockheed Martin received two separate contracts amounting to $483 million. The company will, for $407 million, continue working, until December 2029, to integrate air and missile defense capabilities into the w

WETUMPKA, Ala. (WAKA) – A Montgomery man has pleaded guilty to raping a five-year-old girl just before he was to stand trial. Elmore County District Attorney CJ Robinson says 35-year-old Steven Barnes entered the plea today, which was the first day of jury selection for his trial. His plea is to serve 40 years for firs

Officials with Alabama Extension at Auburn University are letting pet and livestock owners know to be on the lookout for a tick species newly spotted in Alabama that could raise health concerns. The Asian longhorned tick was found in Alabama for the first time last month on a dog in...

New federal SNAP requirements have cut thousands of Alabamians off food assistance, with food bank leaders saying the changes are impacting more families, children and seniors across the state. Food bank leaders say they're concerned this is only the beginning, with nearly 50,000 Alabamians no longer enrolled in SNAP c