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Update: Two Dead as Result of Two Vehicle Crash Between Norman Bridge Road and South Court Street

Montgomery police say two people are dead as a result of a two-vehicle crash. The crash occurred around 3:50 pm near Norman Bridge Road and South Court Street. The names of the victims have not been released as police are waiting to notify the next of kin. Westbound lanes between Norman Bridge Road and South Court Street to include the…

New Traffic Lights on Taylor Road to be Turned on Monday Night

On Tuesday, November 17, morning commuters should notice a traffic change on Taylor Road. Monday evening the new traffic signal at Taylor Road and Interstate 85 North will be operational and the designated U-Turn at Wadsworth Way will be open. Northbound drivers accessing the I-85 southbound and northbound ramps will now have a continuous green arrow to keep traffic moving,…

City of Mobile Plans to Move Forward with Mardi Gras Celebrations Despite Pandemic

The city of Mobile is moving ahead with plans to hold Mardi Gras celebrations in early 2021 despite the coronavirus pandemic. Some groups already have called off parades and balls because over concerns about spreading the virus that causes COVID-19. But reports say that Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s office has released a memo saying Mardi Gras isn’t being canceled. And the…

Marijuana Becoming More Widely Accepted Across America

Recreational marijuana initiatives passed in four states this year, from liberal New Jersey to conservative Montana and South Dakota. The results prove how broadly accepted marijuana has become throughout the country and across party lines. In South Dakota and Montana, where President Donald Trump won handily, recreational marijuana passed with at least 16 percentage points more of the vote than…

Update: Man Killed in Ann Street Shooting Shot through Windshield

Fatal Shooting on Ann St./Source: Alabama News Network Montgomery police have identified the man killed in shooting Friday afternoon in 900 block of Ann Street. Police say the victim is 27-year-old Jimmy Borom the third. 24-year-old Cardesio Frazier is charged with capital murder in Borom’s death. Court records show that Frazier shot Borom while the victim was sitting inside his…

Overturned Log Truck Causes Traffic Delays in Crenshaw County

An overturned log truck is causing delays in Crenshaw County Monday morning. According to Crenshaw County Office’s Facebook page, the accident is on North Glenwood Drive. The wreck does involve entrapment and downed powerlines. There are no injuries reported from the accident. Officials say you should avoid the area and find an alternate route. Categories: Gallery, News Tags: Alabama News…

Trump Campaign Retreats from Key Claim in Pennsylvania Suit

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) – President Donald Trump’s campaign is withdrawing a central part of its lawsuit seeking to stop the certification of the election results in Pennsylvania. Democrat Joe Biden captured the state to help win the White House. Ahead of a Tuesday hearing in the case, Trump’s campaign dropped the allegation that hundreds of thousands of mail-in and absentee…

Moderna Set to Provide a Promising Vaccine Against Covid-19

  Test tube with blood sample for COVID-19 test. Positive test. There’s more promising news on the COVID-19 vaccine front as Moderna says its shot provides strong protection against the coronavirus. Monday’s announcement comes a week after a competitor, Pfizer, revealed its own vaccine to be similarly effective. The announcements come as the virus surges in the U.S. and around…

Golden Boy Foods to Create 67 Jobs in $13M Alabama Expansion

TROY, Ala. (AP) – A food manufacturing company is set to expand its production of peanut butter products in southeast Alabama with a $13 million project. Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced the plan by Golden Boy Foods in Troy. The project is expected to create 67 full-time jobs at a 170,000-square-foot building being constructed with a $12.5 million investment…

Alabama Adds Nearly 3,000 Virus Cases in Single Day

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – On Friday Alabama added almost 3,000 COVID-19 cases, the highest number reported in a single day since the pandemic began. State Health Officer Scott Harris says the number accurately reflects that Alabama is seeing increased community transmission of COVID-19. Officials believe many of those cases arose from Halloween parties, sporting events, and other group gatherings. Health…