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Father, son charged in Montgomery homicide no strangers to law enforcement

A man and his son charged in a homicide investigation after a 36-year-old from Montgomery man was shot and killed Sunday morning are known to law enforcement.
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WSFA 12 News Staff

Every Monday during the 6 p.m. newscast, the WSFA 12 News sports team announces three ... killing his 1-month-old son has been indicted by a Montgomery County grand jury. A Montgomery man has ...
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Montgomery hit-and-run victim’s sister speaks out

They all do.”Raspberry will continue advocating for justice for her sister and for crosswalks to be placed on Eastern Boulevard. “They’ve still got to cross the road safely. You know, we can’t fix the world.
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Alabama Big 10 Mayors praise public safety legislation signed by Gov. Ivey

The Alabama Big 10 Mayors praised Governor Kay Ivey Tuesday signing a two bills aimed at improving public safety across the state.
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Dave’s Hot Chicken coming to Montgomery

Dave’s Hot Chicken started with three childhood friends in California who, in their 20s, put their money together with a dream. Dave’s currently operates more than 250 locatio
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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announces state lawsuit against TikTok, ByteDance

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Tuesday that the state has filed a lawsuit against TikTok and its parent company ByteDance for what he calls “deceptive claims about youth safety.”In a statement Tuesday,
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Montgomery man sentenced to prison for shooting Alabama corrections officer

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA ... Hall is said to have then pulled a gun, shooting the officer at close range. WSFA 12 News reported in August that Hall faces an even longer sentence, this one in ...
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Bethany Davis

Bethany Davis is a general assignment reporter for WSFA 12 News. She came ... She lives in Montgomery now with her husband, Judd, anchor of Today in Alabama. She has three boys, William, Joshua ...
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Central Alabama storm damage reports starting to come in

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA ... which most likely suffered the effects of a large tornado Saturday evening. WSFA 12 News was able to verify significant confirmed tornado debris on radar.
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WSFA officially introduces new First Alert meteorologist Madelyn Banks

Meteorologist Madelyn Banks was introduced during WSFA 12 News at 6. Madelyn comes to Montgomery by way of ... she has a number of family members in Alabama and Georgia. She’s well acclimated ...
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Montgomery’s Krispy Kreme set to reopen week after forced closure

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA ... ingredient overflow” as the cause of the closure. ADPH confirmed to WSFA 12 News Wednesday that its Bureau of Environmental Services has updated the store’s ...
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Montgomery police ask for public’s help in identifying sexual assault suspect

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Montgomery police confirm homicide investigation after March 4 shooting

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Montgomery-Selma WSFA on MSN.com · Feb 27, 2025

Alabama Port Authority breaks ground on Montgomery transfer facility

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Alabama Port Authority ... Montgomery Chamber of Commerce Not reading this story on the WSFA News App? Get news alerts FASTER and FREE in the Apple App Store and ...
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Brothers charged in killing of 17-year-old Montgomery boy

This is the 15th murder in Montgomery this year. Not reading this story on the WSFA News App? Get news alerts FASTER and FREE in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store!
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Man previously wanted in Montgomery by U.S. Marshals turns himself in

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A man previously sought by U.S. Marshals for a grand jury indictment is now in custody, according to Central Alabama Crime ... story on the WSFA News App?
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Dream Court Montgomery hosting annual Unified Doubles tournament

Athletes from all over the state of Alabama will meet in Montgomery on Saturday for Dream Court’s unified doubles tournament.
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Montgomery to host City Wide Career Fair at Cramton Bowl Multiplex

If you’re in the market for a new job or are looking for career development resources, this week may be your chance.The Montgomery Career Center will host the Semi-Annual Montgomery City-Wide Fair Tuesday,
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Alabama governor signs pharmacy benefit manager regulation into law

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA ... Mike Vinson, the owner and president of Adams Drugs, told WSFA 12 News in March that the reimbursement amount is often lower than their cost. PBM reform is designed ...
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WSFA 12 News’ telethon to benefit River Region United Way raises $25K

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - WSFA 12 News hosted a telethon all day Thursday to raise money for the River Region United Way, and our viewers showed up! The telethon ran from 5 a.m. through 6:30 p.m ...
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Alabama superintendent, local school systems talk impact of RAISE Act

MONTGOMERY, Ala. ( WSFA) - Lawmakers passed a record education budget this session, changing how the state funds Alabama schools. The shift in funding is known as the RAISE Act, or Renewing Alabama’s Investment in Student Excellence Act.
Montgomery-Selma WSFA on MSN.com · Mar 10, 2025

Alabama Department of Workforce, Personnel Department hosting state agency job fair

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Alabama Department of Workforce, in partnership with the Alabama Personnel Department, WSFA 12 News, and the City of Montgomery, will host a job fair in April.
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2022 Montgomery shooting suspect identified, charged with 3 counts of capital murder

Court documents are providing new information about a 2022 Montgomery shooting that claimed the life of a 3-year-old.
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WSFA takes home 4 ABBY Awards from the Alabama Broadcasters Association

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WSFA) - The Alabama Broadcasters Association held its 19th annual ABBY Awards on Saturday, and WSFA 12 News took home several trophies. The ABBY Awards honor the best in Alabama ...
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Local Tennis players recognized in Montgomery

Prattville YMCA is hosting the 28th annual Kevin Turner golf tournament fundraiser to bless the community. It's happening May 12th. Marche Johnson, representing Montgomery County District 3, is hosting a home owner workshop May 5th to promote more people to become home owners.
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Ready-to-drink cocktails may soon be available at Alabama convenience stores

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Two bills that would allow low-alcohol spirits ready-to-drink cocktails (RTDs) to be sold in grocery and convenience stores has passed the Alabama Legislature.
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WSFA’s Hometown Tours series stops in Prattville

PRATTVILLE, Ala. ( WSFA) - We stopped in Prattville for our latest Hometown Tour. WSFA 12 News was in town to help kickoff the 37th annual Prattville CityFest, and to highlight some of the people and places that make the city special.
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WSFA 12 News’ Tower of Power standing strong for 48 years

GRADY, Ala. (WSFA) - WSFA 12 News celebrates 70 years of being on the air this year. Our biggest accomplishment came back in 1977, and by biggest, we mean tallest! “It’s an odd sensation when ...
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Alabama’s education budget headed to governor’s desk

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The state education budget for the 2025-26 school year is headed to Gov. Kay Ivey’s desk for her signature. Tuesday afternoon, the Senate gave the package final approval. The package totals around $12 billion. It’s the largest ...
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Sheila E. to perform for ‘Keep the Beat’ concert in Montgomery

Montgomery Public Schools is bringing awareness to chronic absenteeism with a student-led performance at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl.MPS will present the “Keep the Beat” concert, an event to raise awareness about the importance of regularly attending school.
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WSFA First Alert Desk: Judd talks his latest County Road 12

The father and son charged with murder after a 36-year-old Montgomery man was shot and killed Sunday morning are known to law enforcement. At a news conference Monday, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed addressed multiple issues impacting the city
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Montgomery Humane Society overcrowded, running adoption special

The Montgomery Humane Society confirmed to WSFA 12 News on Monday that they currently have 189 puppies and adult dogs after a few weekend adoptions, and are running a special of $75 off adoption ...
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WSFA on scene of law enforcement incident in Bullock County

WSFA has a crew near First Baptist Church Rd. in Bullock County, where a moderate police presence has been detected.
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WSFA to air special report on digital misinformation in severe weather

If you’ve scrolled social media for any amount of time, you’ve seen it. Posts about the weather, especially severe weather, that make you pause.
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Montgomery business owner killed in Friday night shooting

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WSFA Celebrates 70

For more than 70 years, the station has made coverage of central and south Alabama news a top priority. WSFA 12 News staff is helping the Alabama Department of Archives and History put names with ...
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Man charged in March Montgomery rape

He is currently being held in the Montgomery County Detention Facility. No additional details were released. Not reading this story on the WSFA News App? Get news alerts FASTER and FREE in the ...
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WSFA to stream President Trump’s commencement speech at University of Alabama

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - President Donald Trump will deliver the Commencement Address to the 2025 Class of Graduates at the University of Alabama on May 1. WSFA 12 News will stream the broadcast ...
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WSFA to stream President Trump’s commencement speech at University of Alabama

WSFA 12 News will carry the broadcast live, and you can watch it on T.V., Facebook, YouTube or the WSFA 12 News app.