APOLLO 11: Montgomery Residents Remember First Steps on the Moon
Fifty years ago Saturday, Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk on the moon. It was an achievement "out of this world,"- literally. "I was 8 years old when the Apollo 11 went…
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Neil Armstrong Biographer Working on New Book
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama college professor who wrote Neil Armstrong's authorized biography is working on another book dealing with the first person to walk on the moon. A release from Auburn University says professor emeritus James Hansen is…
50 Years Ago: Man Walks on the Moon
Celebrations are in full swing across the country for the 50th anniversary of humanity’s first footsteps on another world. The Apollo 11 mission has special meaning in Alabama. The Saturn V rocket used to launch Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and…
1 Person Dead After Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-65 Northbound
One person is dead after a multi-vehicle collision that happened Friday night, on Interstate 65, at exit 166. Montgomery Police and fire officials responded to the accident. Authorities say the cause of the accident is under investigation. Alabama News Network…
Wetumpka Community Progresses 6 Months After EF-2 Tornado
Homes, churches, and local businesses felt the impact of January's EF-2 tornado in Wetumpka. But the community is already making room for "the new." We're ready to stop looking at old busted up stuff and start building new stuff," said…
Government Seeks to Dismiss Alabama Lawsuit over Census
The federal government is asking a judge to dismiss Alabama's lawsuit seeking to include only citizens and other legal residents in 2020 U.S. Census counts. U.S. Department of Commerce made the request in a Friday court filing responding to the…
Number of Candidates Running for Montgomery Mayor Down to 12
The list of candidates for Montgomery Mayor is a little bit shorter. David Sadler announced that he did not qualify for the race. In a Facebook post, Sadler says he was seven signatures short of qualifying for the Montgomery Mayor's…
Lawsuit Filed in Deadly July 4th Lake Jordan Boating Crash
The family of one of the men who died at Lake Jordan on the Fourth of July has filed a wrongful death lawsuit. The family of Travis House has filed the lawsuit against Damion Bruno, the man who was driving…
Montgomery Fire Rescue Adds New Members
Montgomery Fire Rescue is adding new members to its Special Operations Force. Special Operations consist of heavy rescue, the dive team and hazmat. Their eight-week certification program is underway. This week is swift…
Your Town Friday: State Parks Celebrate Alabama's Bicentennial
Alabama News Network is on the road with "Your Town Friday". This week, we're at Wind Creek State Park at Lake Martin. All Alabama state parks are celebrating the state's bicentennial…
Wetumpka Tornado: Six Months Later
It's been six months since an EF-2 tornado hit near downtown Wetumpka. The tornado, which touched down on Saturday, Jan. 19, caused extensive damage to First Presbyterian Church, First Baptist Church, the city…
Contraband Search at Staton Prison in Elmore Leads to Medical Emergency for Canine
The Alabama Dept. of Corrections says a contraband search late last night at Staton Correctional Facility in Elmore led to a medical emergency for…
Alabama Unemployment Hits Record Low 3.5%
Alabama's unemployment rate is down to what officials say is a record low at 3.5%. State figures released today show the preliminary, seasonally-adjusted rate for June dropped two-tenths of a percent from the May rate of 3.7%. It's the state's…
Man Hit By Car Near Fairview Avenue
A man is fighting for his life after a crash Thursday night. Montgomery Police tell us a man was hit by a car last night near Fairview Avenue and Gaston Avenue. The victim's injuries…
Hundreds Attend Montgomery Mayoral Forum
13 candidates are vying to become Montgomery's next mayor. A forum hosted by Neighborhood Associations of Midtown Montgomery and East Montgomery, gave each of them a platform Thursday night. "In my opinion, it's way too…
Foul Ball Safety at Riverwalk Stadium
There's growing concern about foul ball safety in baseball stadiums across the country. Already this season, multiple fans have been injured by foul balls at Major League games. The protective netting at Riverwalk Stadium…
Update: Former Tallassee Police Investigator Sentenced to Prison
The U.S. Dept. of Justice says former Tallassee police investigator Brandan Smirnoff has been sentenced to 22 months in prison for assaulting a handcuffed, 24-year-old man. Investigators say Smirnoff, 27, encountered the victim, identified by the Justice Department as "J.M.",…
Gov. Ivey Forms Group to Study Prison Issues
Gov. Kay Ivey announced in a statement this morning that by executive order, she has established the Governor’s Study Group on Criminal Justice Policy. The group will analyze data and best practices to further address the challenges facing Alabama’s prison…
Are You Cautious of "Porch Pirates?"
Online shopping giant Amazon just wrapped up one it's biggest shopping events, Amazon Prime Days. But, that package at your front door could be taken in seconds. "It doesn't take but 30 seconds to…
Prattville PD Cracks Down on Doster Well Park After Recent Disturbances
A popular park in Prattville has been deemed a "zero tolerance zone" by police after a number of recent disturbances. Captain David Fowler with the Prattville Police Department says there has been 145…
A Properly Displayed Address Number Can Save Your Life
When you call for emergency help you want first responders there as quickly as possible. Now they are asking for your help, to ensure they get there as soon as possible. First responders say…
Former Auburn Assistant Basketball Coach Avoids Prison
Former Auburn University assistant basketball coach Chuck Person has avoided prison in a bribery scandal that has touched some of the biggest schools in college basketball. Person was sentenced on Wednesday to serve community service during two years of supervised…
Roy Moore Lags in Campaign 2020 Fundraising; Sen. Doug Jones Leads
Republican Roy Moore has raised less than $17,000 so far in his newest U.S. Senate race. Moore this week reported raising $16,693 since announcing his candidacy four weeks ago and trails almost all other candidates in fundraising. Incumbent Democratic Sen.…
Montgomery Zoo's "Pack the Van" School Supply Drive Happening This Weekend
While you're out doing your back-to-school shopping during Alabama's sales tax-free weekend, The Montgomery Zoo needs your help to "Pack the Van". All weekend long, you can drop-off brand new school supplies, that will be loaded up in the Zoo2Go…
Montgomery Public School Board Revisits the Idea of Charter Conversion Schools
Montgomery Public School Board members are revisiting the idea of charter conversion schools for 3 Montgomery Public Schools. Charter schools have been a hot topic for MPS. Board President Clare Weil says, that…
