Bill to round cash purchases passes Alabama House
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Alabama’s House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday that would set a framework for rounding in-person cash transactions. Late last year, the U.S. Mint stopped producing new pennies. According to the U.S. Treasury Department, the Federal Reserve will keep circulating the roughly 114...
Taste at the Fain announces closure of Wetumpka location
Taste at the Fain, located in the historic Fain Theater, has officially announced it has closed its doors effective Saturday, March 21, 2026, according to the owners. “We’ve made the difficult decision to close our doors,” said Owner Ginger Hahn. “We’re incredibly grateful for the support of our customers, staff, and...
What Most Alabama Residents Don’t Realize About Crows in Their Yards
Across Alabama, crows are among the most familiar yet least understood birds moving through neighborhoods, farmland, and wooded edges. They are often seen as background noise, a black silhouette against the sky, or a loud presence in early morning hours. Yet beneath that everyday visibility lies a level of...
Alabama lawmaker’s child accidentally shoots sibling in Lawrence County
An investigation is underway after one of the children of Alabama State Representative Ernie Yarbrough accidently shot another of his children, according to the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office. The shooting happened around 5:30 p.m. Saturday at a home on County Road 460 in the Trinity community. The sheriff's office...
Outrageously Delicious Italian Food Awaits At This Alabama Road-Trip Restaurant
Looking for Italian food that’s worth planning a detour for in Alabama? Road trips in Alabama often uncover hidden spots where local flavors and traditional recipes surprise even seasoned travelers. Classic pastas and fresh-baked breads fill the menu at these destinations, offering dishes that keep people coming back...
Alabama doughnut shop named as best in state: Do you agree?
When people in Alabama get cravings for doughnuts, they know exactly where to go to pick up a bag (or a box) of sweet treats. National chains are popular here, of course, but talented bakers throughout the state have opened shops that excel at homemade-style goodness. We’ve featured several of them on AL.com,...
You Have To Try The Pig Wings At This Tiny Alabama BBQ Restaurant
If you are a fan of real, honest Southern BBQ, a small spot in Alabama, should be on your radar. From the outside, it looks simple and unassuming, but the food inside tells a completely different story. One bite, and you’ll understand why locals have been raving about it for...
Thousands attend the 2026 SLE Rodeo in Montgomery Sunday
Thousands filled Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery for the SLE Rodeo Sunday. The 69th Annual SLE Rodeo featured eight different rodeo events that included Bull riding, Team Roping, Tie-Down Roping, Barrel Racing, and much more. People were entertained by Dusty Myers the Rodeo Clown in between events as he cracked jokes...
1 dead, in overnight Montgomery triple shooting
One person is dead and two others are injured following a triple shooting overnight, according to the Montgomery Police Department.
Alabama hospitals show improvements in health care-associated infections
Alabama hospitals performed better than expected in health care-associated infections (HAIs) in 2024, with improvements in three out of four infections measured in the report. Alabama hospitals performed better than expected in health care-associated infections (HAIs) in 2024, according to a report released Thursday....

















