Tallassee Water Festival held at the Alabama Nature Center
The Alabama Nature Center (ANC) in collaboration with the Tallassee City School system recently held the Tallassee Water Festival at the ANC in Millbrook. This one-day event took place on Friday, September 19th with 104 sixth grade students from Southside Middle School. The program was specifically designed to...
Lawmaker discuss PTSD and first responders
More than 24 officers were promoted to the ranks of corporal, sergeant, and lieutenant. WSFA could be dropped from YouTube TV due to dispute with NBC. WSFA 12 News is caught in the middle of this dispute and encourages both sides to reach an agreement quickly. Heart of Alabama Food...
CrimeStoppers 215 STOP collects nearly 300 guns through gun buyback events
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WTVY) - 294 — that’s how many guns Crimestoppers 215 STOP collected over three gun buybacks this year in an effort to fight crime. “It’s just a way for us to get into communities and help people have a safe and legal way to dispose of and get rid of unwanted or unused guns,” Media Manager Jerome...
WSFA 12 News could be dropped from YouTube TV in dispute with NBC
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - YouTube TV is threatening to drop WSFA 12 News from their service beginning on Oct. 1. The dispute is between NBC and Google, which runs YouTube TV, and affects channels NBC owns, as well as those that are affiliates of the network, including WSFA 12 News.
Man sentenced after 2-month-old son died; said he had ‘no duty’ to feed him...
ELMORE COUNTY, Ala. (TCN) -- A man will spend two decades behind bars after his 2-month-old son, who prosecutors said looked like a skin-covered skeleton, died from neglect and malnourishment. The 19th Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced Sept. 18 that a judge sentenced Kristopher Matthews to 20...
Montgomery City Council approves local vape tax
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Montgomery City Council has unanimously approved a new vape tax. City leaders say the move will keep more money in the capital city, but some local shop owners worry it could hurt business. At Pharaoh Smoke Vape CBD & Phone Repair in Montgomery, owner Tiffany...
3 injured in Sunday Montgomery shooting
Our annual Day of Dreams telethon that helps raise money for Mercy House and the MAP Center in Montgomery is happening this Thursday, Oct. 2.
7 Alabama BBQ and Southern Buffets You Can’t Miss This Year
Alabama’s food culture leans heavily on barbecue and soul food, and a handful of buffets across the state bring both together in one stop. From smoked ribs to fried catfish and piles of homemade sides, these spots give you the full range of flavors the state is known for. Here are seven worth checking out.
Several Alabama laws go into effect Oct. 1st; two involve police K-9s and AEDs
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Several laws go into effect across Alabama on October 1st, including one that benefits police K-9s. Starting tomorrow, first responders can render aid to police dogs just as they would to their human partners without fear of any liability. This law also applies to dogs used...
Bomb threat investigated at Alabama HBCU; others reported at schools around nation
An investigation is underway after a bomb threat Tuesday morning at Alabama A&M University. About 11 a.m., the historically Black college issued a statement asking students, faculty and staff to stay clear of the JF Drake LRC area. “If you are not on campus,” the statement read, “please remain safe...

















