Bond Revoked for Teen Driver in Bramblett Fatal Crash
The teenage driver charged in the fatal wreck that killed "The Voice of the Auburn Tigers" Rod Bramblett and his wife Paula in May has had his bond revoked. Lee…
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Montgomery Repeals Local Law to Jail Panhandlers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama's capital city has repealed a local law that would have jailed panhandlers. The Montgomery City Council on Tuesday unanimously voted to repeal the unenforced ordinance that had drawn heavy criticism from homeless advocates and other…
"We don't want a Monarch, he is not above the law." Non-Profit Group Holds Impeachment Rally
On Tuesday evening the non-profit group Moveon.org held an impeachment rally on the Capital steps in Montgomery. The rally happened just hours before the House of Representatives will convene to vote on two…
ADPH Warns Peak Flu Season Is Just Around the Corner
Flu season is in full swing, and experts are warning that now is the time to take precautions so that you don't catch the illness. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, this year's…
Thunder Truck Ready for Possible Severe Weather
Alabama News Network has our Thunder Truck ready to go when severe weather threatens this evening and overnight. Our Thunder Truck has a fully-equipped mobile weather station and live broadcasting equipment on board. In addition, it is constantly linked to…
Alabama Fan Who Poisoned Auburn Trees Increases Restitution
OPELIKA, Ala. (AP) - The University of Alabama fan convicted of poisoning Auburn University's landmark oak trees has increased his restitution payments since prosecutors threatened to have him jailed. Court records show Harvey Updyke has made more than $3,000 in…
Elmore County Superintendent To Propose Resolution for $50 Million Bond
The Elmore County Board of Education will hold a regular called board meeting on Monday, Dec. 16 where Superintendent Richard Dennis is expected to ask the board to approve a Resolution for a $50 million bond. According to Administrative Assistant…
Montgomery Fire & Rescue Battles Blaze in House Fire
Montgomery fire fighters battled a blaze within a home on Saturday afternoon. Crews were called to a fire at the 2100 block of Dorthy Street in Montgomery. Once they arrived, heavy smoke could be seen coming from a one story…
Alabama Bicentennial Parade Kicks Off Commemoration Grand Finale
The grand finale of Alabama's three year bicentennial commemoration -- is underway this weekend in downtown Montgomery. The Alabama Bicentennial Parade kicked off an event-filled Saturday -- chocked full of events. The parade featured dozens…
State of Alabama Celebrates Bicentennial
It was a historic day in the Capitol City Saturday, as hundreds of Alabama residents came to downtown Montgomery for the state's Bicentennial Celebration. "73 thousand days, 24 hundred months, 200 years. That, my fellow…
Gov. Kay Ivey Dedicates Alabama Bicentennial Park on State's 200th Birthday
Hundreds gathered to watch a celebration on the Alabama Capitol steps as Gov. Kay Ivey dedicated the Alabama Bicentennial Park on the state's 200th birthday. Alabama News Network provided a Special…
Alabama Bicentennial: Complete List of Weekend Events
Alabama celebrates its bicentennial. State officials have a complete weekend full of events in downtown Montgomery to commemorate 200 years since Alabama became a state on Dec. 14, 1819. ALABAMA BICENTENNIAL SCHEDULE Saturday, December 14th 10 a.m.…
Suspects in Kamille "Cupcake" McKinney's Death Blaming Each Other in the Crime
Evidence shows that two people charged in the death of an Alabama toddler are blaming each other for harming the girl. Patrick Stallworth and girlfriend Derick Irisha Brown are charged with capital murder for the death of 3-year-old Kamille "Cupcake"…
New Lowndes County Sheriff Appointed Following the Death of Sheriff "Big John" Williams
According to Governor Kay Ivey's Press Secretary Gina Maiola, Governor Ivey has appointed a new Lowndes County sheriff following the death of Sheriff "Big John" Williams last month. Ivey appointed Christopher West Friday. West is the former chief deputy of…
Governor Ivey Commemorates Wilcox Co. Bicentennial in Hometown of Camden
Governor Ivey was in her hometown of Camden Friday morning to commemorate the bicentennial of Wilcox. Co. The rain and cold did not stop elected officials, students, and residents from coming out to…
Montgomery Police Charge Man with Assault in November Shooting
Montgomery police have charged Raymond McCray, 29, with second-degree assault in reference to a shooting that occurred on November 16 around 6:30 a.m. in the 1900 block of Harmon Street. The adult male…
Man Shot During Robbery, Teen Charged with Robbery & Assault
Montgomery police have charged Tandion Stoudemire, 18, with first-degree robbery and first-degree assault in reference to a shooting that occurred on November 27 around midnight in the 4700 block of Park Towne Way.…
Idaho Veteran Watches Son Graduate in Montgomery Thanks to Secret Santa
Idaho native and 17 year Air Force veteran Steven Elkins didn't think he would see his son graduate from Air University due to financial constraints. But thanks to a Secret Santa, his…
Woman Charged in Early Morning Fairview Ave. Shooting
Montgomery police have charged Keeva McWilliams, 34, with second-degree assault in reference to the shooting that occurred Thursday morning at about 7:30 a.m. The adult male victim walked in to a business in the 10 block of W. Fairview Ave…
MPD Charges 3 with Over 200 Felonies in Vehicle Break-ins
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, around 2 p.m., Montgomery police conducted a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle. The vehicle was also wanted in connection to multiple vehicle break-ins. Following the traffic stop, Kelviocis Scott, 19, Damontez Franklin, 18, and Audley…
Equal Justice Initiative Announces Free Screenings of "Just Mercy" in Montgomery
The Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) has announced that there will be four free advance screenings of the new Warner Bros. Pictures’ feature film, Just Mercy on December 20, ahead of its January 10, 2020 release in theaters. The screenings, to…
Man Walks into Fairview Ave. Business with Serious Gunshot Wound
Montgomery police are investigating an early morning shooting. Police say a man walked into a business in the 10 block of W. Fairview Avenue (Piggly Wiggly) with a serious gunshot wound just before eight o'clock Thursday morning. The victim was…
Temporary TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Center to Open at Montgomery Regional Airport
Demand by travelers interested in enrolling in the Transportation Security Administration’s TSA Pre✓® (TSA Precheck) program has been so strong that a temporary application center will be hosted at the Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) from December 16-20. The TSA Precheck temporary…
61-Year-Old Montgomery Man Arrested for Sexual Assault of Family Member Under 12-Years-Old
Montgomery Police Department has charged Fermon Dabney, 61, with sexual abuse of a child less than 12-years-old. A sexual assault investigation began on April 7, in the 4200 block of Hartford Street. During the course of the investigation it was…
Montgomery Recording Artist Inks Deal with Universal Music Group
On December 4th, Datony Anderson, know to his fans as "Hitmaker D-Aye" made an announcement via Instagram that he had signed a deal with Universal Music Group. Universal Music Group is one of the biggest…
