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Active Weather Day; Another Tornado Outbreak Likely

SEVERE WEATHER OUTBREAK TODAY: Here we go again, as another very dangerous threat for severe weather is ahead for Alabama today. The SPC has issues the rare “high Risk” (level 5/5) for that parts of Mississippi and Alabama. The “moderate risk” (level 4/5) is defined north and west of a line from Linden to Marion to Calera to Talladega. An…

Alabama Sues to Undo Biden Pause on US Oil & Gas Lease Sales

 (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Alabama and a dozen other states are suing the Biden administration to end a suspension of oil and gas leasing on federal lands and waters. The federal lawsuit was announced Wednesday. The suit also seeks a court order that the government go ahead with two offshore lease sales that had been set for…

In Senate Race, Combative Brooks Leans into Trump Ties

U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks greets supporters as he announces his campaign for U.S. Senate during a rally, Monday, March 22, 2021, in Huntsville, Ala. (AP Photo/Kim Chandler) MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks, who came under fire for remarks he made preceding the attack on the U.S. Capitol, says he is better known to voters than when he…

Troy beats Alabama State at Riverwalk, 16-3

MONTGOMERY, Ala. | Alabama State fell behind early and could not recover, falling to Troy 16-3 in a midweek contest Wednesday afternoon at Montgomery’s Riverwalk Stadium. Troy (10-10) got on the board early against Hornet starter Osvaldo Mendez, with five runs in the top half of the first inning of the contest to take the early lead. Mendez (0-2) suffered…

Macon Co. Set to Open New Storm Shelter

It is storm season in Alabama, and people in Eastern Macon County can look forward to a new tornado shelter opening soon. The newest storm shelter in Macon Co. is located in the Little Texas Community, near the Little Texas Volunteer Fire Dept. on County Road 69. The modular structure is made of steel and was put together off site….

Gas Prices Will Continue to Increase in the State of Alabama

There are many reasons for the recent price jump in gas, one major factor happens to be the demand itself. One year ago, COVID-19 hit the United States and everyone began staying indoors as much as possible. Now that vaccines have begun being administered, residents are starting to feel safer about leaving their homes. This has resulted in a steady…

What the Tech? How to Fix a Slow Computer

Why is your computer running so much slower than it did a few months or years ago? If you’ve noticed it’s taking longer to start up or completing basic tasks, don’t run out and buy a new PC without first trying these tips to speed up a lagging computer. Programs, apps or processes that are running are a big culprit…

Alabama News Network’s Jerome Jones Named CrimeStoppers Reporter of the Year

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers Executive Director Tony Garrett, Alabama News Network’s Jerome Jones and Glenn Halbrooks – Alabama News Network Central Alabama CrimeStoppers has recognized Alabama News Network’s Jerome Jones as its Media Reporter of the Year. CrimeStoppers normally makes the announcement at its annual luncheon, but it was cancelled this year due to COVID-19. As a result, Jerome was recognized…

What the Tech? Apple Prepares to Launch iOS 14.5

One of the most annoying things the past year is having to either remove our mask to unlock the phone or having to type in the passcode. It’s especially frustrating when you’re in a store and need to check an email or grocery list. Apple’s next operating system, iOS 14.5 will make unlocking your phone easier, provided you have an…