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Man Shot on Norman Bridge Road in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Norman Bridge Road. Police say at about 11:23 a.m., they and fire medics responded to the 3700 block of Norman Bridge Road, where they found a man with a life-threatening gunshot wound. The man was taken to a hospital for treatment. Stay with Alabama News Network for updates. Categories: Crime, Montgomery Metro, News…
Alexander City Schools Responding to Surge in COVID-19 Cases
A surge in COVID-19 cases among students and staff in the Alexander City school system has prompted school officials to take action. Alexander City Schools will switch to remote learning starting Monday, Nov. 16 until the Thanksgiving break. Right now, the school system has 17 students who’ve tested positive for coronavirus, along with 15 teachers. In addition, 241 students are…
Sunshine Returns in Full Supply
TODAY/TOMORROW: Today will feature morning clouds, but the sky should clear by the afternoon. Expect lower humidity, and somewhat cooler temps. Highs will remain in the upper 70s and low 80s, but nights will be a bit more refreshing with temps back in the 40s and 50s. ETA MAKES LANDFALL: At Cedar Key, Florida this morning, with winds of 50…
Update: Butler County Man Reported Missing has been found
UPDATE: 10:20 pm According to Crimestoppers, Morris Willis Lee has been located. The didn’t release any other details except that Lee has been found. ——————————————— Butler County authorities are searching for a missing senior. Morris Willis Lee was reported missing after he disappeared around noon Tuesday. He was last seen at the Food Giant in Georgiana. The Butler County…
Should MPS Students Return After Thanksgiving Break?
In Tuesday’s school board meeting, MPS Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore suggested that students return from Thanksgiving break on Dec. 7. Several parents and teachers disagree with Moore and believe students shouldn’t return until after Christmas break. MPS Board President, Clare Weil, says there are pros and cons to both suggestions. The board will meet on Thursday to discuss and…
MPS Officials Say 15,000 Laptops Are On The Way
After waiting seven months, MPS officials say they have received good news about the 15,000 laptops they ordered. In April, the laptops were ordered once students began learning virtually. Though, whenever MPS officials would check on the order, they were told the computers were ‘backlogged’. MPS Board President, Clare Weil, says on Tuesday they found out good news. “Every school…
Montgomery Co. Commission Swears-In Familiar Faces
The Montgomery County Commission held its Organizational meeting where the elected Commissioners took the oath of office. The same five previous Commissioners were sworn-in after running unopposed in the general election. The commission also elected Commissioner Elton N. Dean as Chairman, and Commissioner Doug Singleton as Vice-chairman. Commissioner Singleton says he’s excited for the group to return. “We don’t vote…
ALEA: Beware of Fake License Renewal Sites
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama law enforcement officials are cautioning everyone to beware of scams when they renew their drivers license online. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) said Tuesday some third-party websites are charging people extra fees to renew their license online. The sites are not affiliated with the state. ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said one website charged a…
Hospitalizations and Deaths from COVID-19 Rise in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – The number of people in Alabama hospitals with COVID-19 is creeping upward as health officials expressed concern about the trajectory of the pandemic headed into the flu and holiday season. State Health Officer Scott Harris said Tuesday that state numbers are clearly moving upward. Alabama Department of Public Health statistics showed 1,206 people were hospitalized Tuesday…
