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Sun/Cloud Mix, Elevated Holiday Weekend Rain Chances

Rain chances remain fairly high, at least Saturday and Sunday. Afternoon/evening rain coverage may be a bit lower on the Fourth of July.

Fourth of July Festivities Feature Fireworks in Dallas Co.

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Folks in Dallas County are getting ready for a fun and festive Fourth of July celebration. And they say it's impossible to have that celebration -- without fireworks. Fireworks…

Farmers Market Sales Increase Before 4th Of July Holiday

Other than fireworks people look for fresh produce for the fourth of July, with watermelon being the number one item people buy. Local farmers markets are seeing an increase in sales this weekend just in time for the holiday, the most popular items being peaches and watermelon.

Alabama Attorney General Explains Alabama's Abortion Law

There is no provision for rape or incest. Under the law women who are pregnant under those circumstances are required to carry rape or incest pregnancies to term.

Montgomery County Mugshots (06/16/22-06/30/22)

Check out the Montgomery County Mugshots from 06.16-06.30! All are innocent until proven guilty.

Autaugaville Sunflower Fields Now Open to the Public

The fields are open everyday from sunrise to sunset for the 10 days the sunflowers are in bloom.

What the Tech? 15 Years of the iPhone

When Steve Jobs first introduced the iPhone in January of 2007, everyone laughed.

Civil Rights Pioneer Fred Gray to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

The White House has announced that attorney Fred Gray, who has played a pivotal role in civil rights in Alabama and the nation, will be among those to be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Court: Greenetrack Must Pay $76 Million in Unpaid Taxes, Interest

The Alabama Supreme Court says Greenetrack must pay more than $76 million in unpaid taxes, plus interest, according to the attorney general.

Montgomery Man Sentenced for Regions Bank Robbery

A Montgomery man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for a bank robbery at Regions Bank near Eastdale Mall.

Montgomery Boy Qualified for National Motocross Championship

He qualified in the top 42 riders out of 900 other racers for the Loretta Lynn Championship.

Alabama Bond Sale for Mega Prisons Falls $200 Million Short

Alabama officials said Thursday that they will move forward with plans to build two supersize prisons despite a bond sale falling more than $200 million short amid a volatile market and pressure from activists.

City of Montgomery Sees 34% Drop in Homicides So Far in 2022

So far this year, there have been 27 murders in Montgomery. This is compared to 39 murders in 2021.

Drive-Thru Food Giveaway Helps Feed Families

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The high cost of gas -- continues to fuel inflation across the nation. And as a result -- a lot of people -- continue to need a helping hand…

What the Tech? How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of "Smishing"

Smishing is not a new cyber scam but it is often successful due to how the crimes are carried out through text messages.

What the Tech? Why July 4 Is the Most Dangerous Day of the Year for Smartphones

July 4 is statistically the day of the year a smartphone is most likely to be damaged or destroyed.

Prattville Police Searching for Belk Theft Suspects

Prattville police need your help finding three suspects wanted in a theft investigation at a Belk department store.

Many Days With Elevated Rain Chances Still To Come

Temperatures reach the low 90s in any location that remains rain-free long enough Thursday afternoon. Ultimately, scattered to numerous showers and storms cool many locations back down during the afternoon or evening.

LIST: Local Fireworks Celebrations Planned Throughout Area

Here's a list of local fireworks celebrations happening in our area to celebrate Independence Day.

Alabama Cites Abortion Ruling in Transgender Medication Case

The state is asking a federal appeals court to lift an injunction and let it enforce an Alabama law that would make it a felony to give puberty blockers or hormones to transgender minors to help affirm their gender identity.