Deondra Lee Sentenced to Life Imprisonment Without Parole
A man convicted of capital murder last week in the triple slaying of 9-year-old twins and their babysitter in 2012 found out his sentence today. After hours of deliberation in…
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Fourth Person Charged in Oct. 3 Fatal Shooting in Montgomery
Montgomery Police have charged another person in the shooting death of 27-year-old Terry Tallie. 25-year-old Markieth Manora has been charged with one count of Capital Murder. Manora is the fourth person charged in the case. Manora is being held in…
MPD: Toddler Dies From Gunshot Wound
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a shooting that resulted in a toddler's death. The shooting happened Monday afternoon in the 3700 block of South Court Street. The toddler was rushed to a local hospital where the child was pronounced…
Arts and Crafts Show Highlights Hand-Made Items Around Southeast
Dozens of vendors, creators, and designers came to Prattville for the annual Spinners Pumpkin Patch Arts and Crafts show this weekend. When asked about their products, many of the vendors said their craftsmanship is one-of-a-kind. The Prattville Spinner's Club allows…
Former Montgomery State Prison Guard headed to Federal Prison
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A former Alabama prison guard has been sentenced to six years in federal custody for intending to smuggle drugs into the facility where he worked. U.S. Attorney Louis V. Franklin Sr. says 29-year-old Antwan Giles was…
Lions Club Chili Cookoff
Best overall Amateur 1 - child protect, 2 - united good & fuel Restaurant 1 - central, 2 - Biscuits (wild game) Best meat Amateur 1 - united food & fuel, 2…
$17.7 million in Community Block Grants Awarded
Representatives from communities across Alabama came together Friday grateful for the opportunity to help their communities in practical ways. Fifty-five communities received block grants from ADECA totaling more than $17 million. "These grants will provide tangible resources and make a…
Polio-Like Disease Raises Concerns
Over 60 confirmed cases of Acute Flaccid Myelitis - a rare but serious condition has popped up in 22 states. In Alabama, there are no confirmed cases. However, officials say 4 cases are under investigation. "It's worrisome that there are…
Face 2 Face: Rhonda Oats
Our Face 2 Face interview series features an interview with the Democratic Nominee for The MBOE District 5 seat. She talks with Alabama News Network's Senior Political Reporter, Tim Lennox: …
Montgomery County Tax Notice Error
Montgomery Revenue officials say a Tennessee Company that handles property tax billing for Montgomery County made an error in this year's tax calculation. They say the Diversified Services company neglected to count a $10 storm water fees when they totaled…
Hundreds Participate in Envision Montgomery 2040 Summit
Five hundred participants gathered at the ASU Acadome Thursday night. "There have been some individual plans, and this is a time to put it all together in one place, one comprehensive plan and be able to reach as many people…
Montgomery Man Convicted of Sexually Abusing a Child
A Montgomery man is facing life in prison after sexually abusing a child. Authorities say Denardo Laster was convicted of rape, sodomy, and incest. They say because of Laster's criminal record, he faces a mandatory life sentence without parole. “Denardo…
Attorneys Ask DA to Probe Campaign Donations to AG Steve Marshall
Two Montgomery lawyers are asking the local district attorney to review $735,000 in contributions Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall received from a national Republican group as a possible campaign finance violation. Jullian McPhillips, who has spoken as a campaign surrogate…
MPD Officer Placed on Leave; Charged with Enticing a Child
A Montgomery police officer has been relieved of duty after being accused of enticing a 15-year-old female. Steve Rodgers, 22, is charged with one count of enticing a child to enter a house for immoral purposes; a Class C felony.…
MPS Board Votes in favor of Repealing Accountability Act
For the past five years, the Alabama Accountability Act has allowed students of failing schools to transfer to a another public or even private school if they met certain income requirements.…
What Others Are Saying about Campaign 2018 in Alalabama
Alabama News Network Political Analyst Steve Flowers says the races on the November 6th Alabama election ballot haven't gotten Alabama voters very excited, and he says people in other states are paying even less attention. That's especially true compared to…
Suspected Cancer Cluster at Auburn University
Alabama Department of Public Health News Release: The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), working in conjunction with Auburn University, has conducted a review of cases of uveal melanoma among former Auburn students and employees. Based on the best…
Ten Commandments Amendment on November Ballot
"The talk about a 'red wave' or 'blue wave'... Well, this is a tsunami coming. And this is about 'We the People' and it's going to happen," said Dean Young, the writer of…
Mega Millions $1.6 Billion Draws Many to Georgia State Line
Shirley Hines is taking her chances on Tuesday's Mega Millions worth $1.6 billion. "You can't win if you don't play so the odds are kind of way out there but I want…
15-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder in Eastdale Mall Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has charged a juvenile suspect in connection with the Oct. 19 shooting at Eastdale Mall. Officers charged a 15-year-old male with attempted murder in the shooting of an 18-year-old male. The shooting victim remains in critical/stable…
Voter Push Before Election
There are two weeks to go until the November election. While there has been some mud slinging, political analyst Steve Flowers says it's been pretty quiet. "Certain people show up to vote…
Kowaliga Volunteer Firefighter Receives Alabama News Network's and Wettermark Keith's First Responder Hero Award
It's a tough job battling fires and for volunteer firefighters it can sometimes be tougher. But Larry Warren is showing what may seem impossible is possible. That is why he is chosen…
Monday 10-22-18 is The Deadline to Register to Vote
You can register online or in person, but... You must be a citizen of the United States. You must live in the State of Alabama. You must be at least 18 years of age on or before election day. You…
Another Shooting in Montgomery
Montgomery Police say it happened about 9:00 PM this evening: At about 9pm, MPD responded to the area of Calmar Drive and Gas Light Curve in reference to shots fired. Upon responding to the area, an adult male was…
Gump City Con Attacts Hundreds of Comic and Anime Fans
If you are a fan of comics, anime or sci-fi, Gump City Con may be the place for you to be in downtown Montgomery this weekend. Thomas Chancey's first…
