Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Ban on Transgender Athletes
Alabama is the latest state to ban transgender girls from playing on female public school sports teams. Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday signed legislation that says public K-12 schools cannot allow…
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U.S. to Resume Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccines Despite Rare Blood Clot Risk
U.S. health officials have lifted an 11-day pause on Johnson & Johnson vaccinations following a recommendation by an expert panel. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
State Officials Join Effort to Develop Safety Plan at Selma High School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey -- and ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor -- joined Selma city leaders Friday to help develop a safety plan at Selma High School. "We just want to get our students back…
The Final Zoo Weekend for the Month of April 2021
This weekend will be the last for the Montgomery Zoo's "Zoo Weekend". In the past it has been a single weekend event, but because of the pandemic, the Zoo decided to host the…
What the Tech? The FCC Announces New Plan to Stop Robocalls
If last year's pandemic lockdowns gave us one good thing, it was a decrease in the number of 'robocalls' from spoofed phone numbers. Since call centers were forced to close there was…
Body Found in Front of Alabama Capitol Considered Suicide
On Friday, April 23, around 2:30 am, Montgomery police located a body in the 600 block of Dexter Avenue. This is located in front of the State Capitol. Police and Fire Medics located an adult male suffering from a self-inflicted…
Database Will Track Officer Complaints, Disciplinary Action
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama will create a database to track disciplinary actions and excessive force complaints against law enforcement officers, a measure aimed at weeding out "bad apples" in the profession. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday signed the…
Officer Charged with Murder Doesn't Want Man Called 'Victim'
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama police officer charged with murder in the shooting of a man during a mental health call doesn't want prosecutors to refer to him as a victim. An attorney for Huntsville police officer William Darby…
Alabama Committee Backs Ban on Vaccine Requirements
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers are inching closer to approving a ban on so-called vaccine passports that require proof of coronavirus vaccination to access services from a business or state agency. The House Health Committee on Wednesday voted to…
Alabama Senate Delays Vote on Curbside Voting Ban
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers have delayed a vote on a proposal to ban curbside voting as the state became the latest to debate new restrictions on voting. The Alabama Senate…
Despite the Pandemic, Alabama Tourism did Well in 2020
The Alabama Tourism Department announced that Alabama's Travel Industry survived the pandemic better than the other 45 states. Despite the pandemic, Alabama ranks top 5 in the nation for the smallest percentage drop…
Selma Charity Continues Effort to Feed Families During Pandemic
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The COVID recovery effort continues to move forward across the state -- but many people in Selma and Dallas County still need help feeding their families.…
ASU Athletics: Alabama State Celebrates Student-Athletes with “StingChella,” Featuring Recording Artist Rick Ross
MONTGOMERY, Ala. | The Alabama State University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will celebrate its student-athletes at “StingChella,” an awards ceremony and concert featuring recording artist, Rick Ross. The event will be held Monday, April 26, at 7 p.m. inside the ASU Stadium. For mor Alabama State Hornets News, visit AlabamaNews.Net!
Controversial Voting Bills in Alabama Senate
On Thursday the Alabama Senate debated a package of bills supported and authored by Secretary of State John Merrill. Supporters of the package say the bills strengthen ballot security. Opponents see it as another effort to suppress votes. "Ballot security…
MPD: Two Teens Charged in Fatal Day Street Shooting Resulting in Five People Shot
Montgomery police have made an arrest in the death of Queneisa McReynolds, 34, of Montgomery. Octavious Grace, 17, and Denzel Donald-White, 18, both of Montgomery face Assault and Reckless Murder charges in McReynold's death. On Sunday, April 18, MPD responded…
Montgomery County Commission Invites Montgomery County Students to Apply for Apprenticeship Program
The Montgomery County Commission once again invites Montgomery County students, ages 16-22 years old, to come work for the county. The 2021 Montgomery County Student Apprenticeship program begins Monday, June 7 and runs until Friday, July 30. Students have the…
Police Find Methamphetamine, Cocaine, & Marijuana During Traffic Stop in Barbour County
A traffic stop in Barbour County lead to a trafficking arrest. Agents with the Alabama Drug Enforcement Task Force (ADETF) on Monday, April 19 conducted the stop. Police found approximately 559 grams of methamphetamine, 5 grams of cocaine and 3…
Three Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Eclectic Man
Elmore County authorities are investigating a fatal crash involving three vehicles. The crash occurred on Wednesday, April 21 near mile marker 138 in Elmore, five mile norther of Eclectic. Elin Pollard, 37, of Eclectic, died when the 2008 Honda CRV…
Macon County Escaped Inmate Caught
The search for an escaped inmate in Macon County is over. Sheriff Andre Brunson said 22-year-old Nakelon Vason, who escaped from the Macon County Jail, was captured Thursday evening. Sheriff…
AG Steve Marshall Warns Alabamians of Unemployment Benefits Scams
Over the past year, the Attorney General’s Office has received a variety of complaints from citizens who believe that their personal identifying information has been used to carry out attempted unemployment benefits fraud. These schemes appear to be multi-faceted, making…
Montgomery Police Searching for Suspects in Credit Card Fraud Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department is actively searching for credit card fraud suspects. The suspects pictured face charges regarding an incident that occurred on January 26. The suspects entered the retail store located in the 1900 block of Eastern Boulevard. They…
ALEA Promotes Captain Jonathan Archer to Chief of Driver License Division
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)has announced the promotion of Capt. Jonathan Archer to Chief of the agency’s Driver License Division. ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said, “Chief Archer possesses a winning combination of determination and the vision of excellence in…
Junior League of Montgomery Opens First Free Diverse Library
The Junior League of Montgomery opened its first Free Diverse Library located at the JLM office 3570 Carter Hill Road. JLM members unveiled the library Thursday morning. The Green Box has a glass entrance door facing Carter Hill Rd and…
ALDOT Launches Work Zone Campaign: Move Over, Slow Down, Save Lives
The Alabama Department of Transportation is joining many states across the nation to encourage drivers to slow down and eliminate distractions in work zones in recognition of National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 26 - 30. To help bring awareness…
Menstrual Hygiene Bill Finally Makes its First Steps
After several months of trying to get the HB88 bill in committee, supporters have finally seen it make its first step. Bill sponsor, Rolanda Hollis, founders of Women in Training, and several sponsors…
