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Lower Humidity Levels

TODAY/TOMORROW: These two days will feature dry and pleasant weather; expect lots of sunshine both days with lower humidity, certainly a treat for June in Alabama. Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s, while nights will be refreshing as many communities will dip into the 50s early Friday morning. WEEKEND WEATHER: Saturday will be mostly sunny and warmer…

Troy names Jones new Athletic Director

TROY, Alabama – Brent Jones was introduced as Troy University’s new Director of Athletics following a two-year stint as Troy’s Deputy Director of Athletics for External Operations, Troy University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., announced at a press conference Wednesday afternoon. “Since the inception of Trojan athletics in 1909, nine athletic directors have served the university, and I have been privileged to…

2019 Alabama Disaster Preparedness Conference

Alabama has had its share of severe weather, and Emergency Management Agency officials are responsible for helping keep the public safe before, during, and after  a disaster. That’s why EMA officials from around the state are all in one place this week. The Alabama Disaster Preparedness Conference is a three day event that gives EMA officials the tools they need…

Spencer Collier Retiring as Selma Police Chief

Alabama News Network has confirmed that Selma Police Chief Spencer Collier will soon be retiring. Selma Mayor Darrio Melton has told us Collier’s retirement is effective July 30. Collier is currently out on medical leave. Collier was hired as police chief in 2017 after working as the first-ever Secretary of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, a cabinet-level position in the…

Gov. Kay Ivey Awards Grant to Child Victims in Covington County

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $160,298 grant to the Covington County Child Advocacy Center to ensure that child victims of physical or sexual abuse have access to free, professional care to help them overcome their situation. The Covington County Child Advocacy Center will use the grant to continue helping children recover from abuse and working with law enforcement agencies…

Barricaded Suspect In Custody

A man  surrendered to police after barricading himself inside a home in the 600 block of East Patton Avenue. Police responded to a domestic dispute call at about 4:00 this morning. Around 5:40 this morning,  the man surrendered to police. No word on what charges the man is facing. Stay with Alabama News Network for the latest on this developing…

Generally Dry into the Weekend

A weak cold front will move into the state from the north and we will mention a chance of showers and thunderstorms by this afternoon, but nothing too widespread as moisture levels will remain limited and most of the storm activity will be east of Interstate 65. Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s. Behind the front, a…

Man Dies from Gunshot Wound in May 12 Shooting, Suspect Charged with Murder

The Montgomery Police Department has arrested a Montgomery man in connection to the May 12 shooting of 45-year old, Cedric Hubbard. Kendal Johnson, 26, has been charged with murder. Johnson was taken into custody by Montgomery police on June 11. Following his arrest, Johnson was transported to the Montgomery County Detention Facility, where he was being held under a $150,000…

Three Arrested Attempting to Smuggle Contraband into Prisons

Three people are behind bars after Department of Corrections officials made multiple arrest this weekend, at two prisons. Officials say on Saturday morning William Tune threw a bag full of cell phones, chargers, and batteries over a wall at Ventress Correctional Facility. On Sunday, Emily Connell was charged with smuggling methamphetamine to an inmate, though a visitation room at Easterling…

Alabama Prison Reform Plan Update

In April, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a report stating that conditions inside Alabama’s prisons are unconstitutional. The report sites horrible conditions, sexual abuse, violence, and under staffing. DOJ gave Alabama lawmakers 50 days to take positive steps to correct the issues or face a lawsuit and a possible federal takeover. Since then the Department of Corrections has issued…