Montgomery AL

There’s a trail in Delta, Alabama that’ll make you question why you’ve been driving to other states for outdoor adventures. The Rock Garden via Lake Trail at Cheaha State Park is the kind of hike that changes your perspective on what Alabama has to offer, and trust me, it’s got plenty.

Alabama to this point has largely managed to avoid the measles outbreak that broke out nationwide in the United States last year. The state’s top health official said Thursday that credit is due to the work behind the scenes at the Alabama Department of Public Health. “I assure you,...

PIKE ROAD, Ala. (WAKA) – A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Monday for the new Firehouse Subs in Pike Road. The national sandwich restaurant is located in the new Merry Corners development at the corner of Vaughn Road and Pike Road. The restaurant is co-owned by Paul and Rayleen...

A former Alabama college student has been sentenced to life in prison in the shooting death of a beloved classmate. Ivry Hall, formerly lauded for escaping a life of inner-city violence, previously pleaded guilty in the 2020 slaying of 22-year-old Adam “Belle” Dowdell, a beloved graduate of Montevallo High School who was a sophomore at ASU when he was killed.

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is enhancing its service to the public with the launch of a new, streamlined online submission form for marine event permits. The updated system replaces the previous paper-based process, which required applicants to download, print and scan forms prior to submission. With the new digital platform, individuals and organizations can now complete...

Welcome to Roll Pod, an Alabama sports podcast from Bama247. On today's episode, Mike Rodak and Alex Scarborough join Brett Greenberg to recap the Alabama A-Day scrimmage, discuss biggest takeaways on both sides of the ball, break down each position room and more!. RODAK: Observations from Alabama's defense during 2026...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - WBRC 6 News earned five ABBY Awards Saturday night during the Alabama Broadcasters Association’s 20th Annual ABBY Awards at The Club in Birmingham. The station was recognized for excellence across multiple categories, including general assignment reporting, local programming, breaking news, hard news and sports programming.

Skunk is a 5-month-old neutered male German Shepherd/Husky mix. He currently weighs 35 pounds and is expected to be a large adult. He is black with white markings, has one blue eye and one brown eye, and carries himself with a quiet, regal presence. Skunk is shy at first but deeply loyal and curious once he feels comfortable. He’s observant, thoughtful...

The Alabama State Department of Education is rolling out a major change to teacher certification aimed at making it easier for retired educators to return to the classroom. State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey called the update a “huge change” and a “complete overhaul” of the state’s teacher certification process.

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — A statewide fire alert is now in effect as dry conditions and low humidity fuel a surge of wildfires across Alabama, forestry officials announced. On April 13, State Forester Rick Oates issued the alert effective immediately, explaining that drought conditions are worsening and there is an increased risk of fast spreading […]