Wikipedia: West End Christian School hostage crisis

The Tuscaloosa News: Hostage situation drew world's attention in 1988

Washington Post: SIEGE ENDS AT SCHOOL IN ALABAMA

Washington Post: ALABAMA HOSTAGE-TAKER IS CHARGED

The New York Times: HOSTAGE INCIDENT AT SCHOOL ENDED

Los Angeles Times: Gunman Asking Homeless Aid Frees Hostage Students

WVUA 23: TUSCALOOSA HOSTAGES: 30 YEARS LATER

WAFF: Former hostage relives situation

Patch: Parole Denied For Man Convicted In 1988 West End Christian Standoff