Mother searching for answers after her son’s disappearance and death
A mother still grieving the loss of her son 9 years after his disappearance. With more questions than answers, she wants Alabamians to hear their story again - hoping someone who remembers what happened will come forward. Rickem Samuel's mom, Ericka Davis, can't help but smile when she's asked about...
Here Are 12 Things People from Alabama Do That Seem Insane To Everyone Else
If you’ve ever spent time in Alabama, you know life there comes with its own unique rhythm. Some of the habits, traditions, and everyday choices might leave outsiders scratching their heads—but for Alabamians, it’s just Tuesday. From game day rituals to culinary experiments, Alabama has mastered the art of being...
Severe Thunderstorm + Excessive Rainfall Risk Across Alabama
There is concern about severe weather and heavy rainfall across West Alabama and a large part of the state this week.
Five Killed in Montgomery Violence Over Weekend, Officials Urge Residents to Walk Away
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Five people lost their lives in four violent incidents between Friday and Sunday in Montgomery, prompting city leaders to call for peace and accountability. Police Chief Jim Graboys said three of the homicides were domestic-related while the other two involved individuals who knew each other....
Before Las Vegas and Los Alamos, Alabama had America’s first instant mega-city
Wilson Dam’s Vanished Boomtown of 21,000 Workers. In 1918, Alabama farmland near Muscle Shoals turned into a boom city almost overnight. The Wilson Dam project drew over 18,000 workers who built a town from scratch with 1,700 buildings. Soon, the camp swelled to 21,000 people with schools, an 85-bed...
Opinion | Alabama determined to stay in the past when it comes to gambling
There’s a reason comprehensive gambling legislation never passes in this state. There’s a reason that year after year Alabama lawmakers leave literally billions of tax dollars on the table, choosing instead to kick a gambling decision down the road and allow truly illegal and predatory gaming to spread across the...
Pay It Forward: Dwayne Richardson of Montgomery
Dwayne Richardson wears many hats from cleaning up his neighborhood by mowing the grass and landscaping to being the “go to” handyman. His nominator Larry Peterson read a letter of appreciation. “A man whose unwavering commitment to our community has made him a respected and beloved figure. Mr....
Four arrested in Elmore County drug bust; agents seize narcotics, firearms, and cash
On September 22nd, 2025, at approximately 0912 hours personnel from the Elmore County Drug Task Force and the Department of Homeland Security executed an arrest warrant through the United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama at 300 Renee Way in Elmore, AL. During execution of the arrest warrant,...
3 injured in 2 afternoon Montgomery shootings
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Montgomery Police are investigating two shootings that happened within a mile of each other Tuesday afternoon. Just after 5 p.m. officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Kroy Drive in response a shooting report. There they found two juvenile females suffering from gunshot wounds....
Man asks Alabama not to execute his mother’s killer
Geoffrey Todd West is scheduled to be executed for killing a woman during a robbery at a gas station in Etowah County. Will Berry was 11 when his mother was killed in 1997. Margaret Parrish Berry, 33, was shot in the back of the head during a robbery at Harold’s Chevron where she worked.

















