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Sunny, Dry, Hot Weather Pattern

RIDGE IN PLACE: Heading back to work today and the rest of the week, expect generally dry weather for much of Alabama with temperatures above average. Many of us will see highs in the mid 90s today with a good supply of sunshine, and then upper 90s are likely Wednesday. Average high for Montgomery this time of year is 90°,…

Hot and Dry Week Ahead

LABOR DAY: A generally dry pattern continues for today and we are forecasting mainly sunny conditions and highs in the lower to mid 90s. While the chance of rain won’t be zero, odds are very small of any one spot seeing shower, and we won’t mention it in the forecast. Overall, a pretty decent Labor Day for South/Central Alabama. REST…

Selma Teacher Arrested on Sex Charges with Student

A Selma High School teacher is now facing sex charges after police say she had a relationship with a student. Authorities say Charlaina Lee Wilson had intercourse with a 15-year-old student multiple times and at different locations, including on school grounds. Wilson is charged with school employee engaging in a sex acts with a student under the age of 19 years,…

Hermine Exits, Future Forecaster Jasmine Richardson

Today: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. North wind 10 to 15 mph. Tonight: Clearing sky, with a low around 73. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 93. East wind around 5 mph. Saturday Night: Partly…

Fans Celebrate Kick Off to Football Season

The time has finally come. College Football is back and fans are celebrating.

Thursday night, Black Finn Ameripub in Montgomery held a tailgate to kick off the start of football season. SEC college alumni clubs were invited to come out and enjoy tailgate food and watch the game. Alabama and Auburn fans we talked to say they are looking forward to what the season has to offer. “Our defense is probably stronger. I think Coach…

Severe Weather Preparedness Month Begins

September is National Preparedness Month. Local emergency management agencies want to make sure you know what to do in case of severe weather. Even though we are well into hurricane season, severe weather can happen at anytime. Whether its hurricanes, tornadoes, snow storms or power outages there are some things you can do to be prepared. Autauga County EMA Director…

Four Selma High School Students Arrested after Pregnant Student Attacked

Selma police say four students have been arrested after a pregnant classmate was attacked inside Selma High School. Police say the four students jumped the victim during class this morning. She was taken to the hospital, but no word yet on her or her baby’s condition. Police say two teachers who tried to break up the fight were also assaulted. All…

Gov. Bentley’s Request to Suspend Impeachment Hearings Declined

A key leader in the Alabama House of Representatives is turning down Governor Bentley’s request to suspend impeachment hearings. State Representative Mike Jones of Andalusia, who leads the House Judiciary Committee, issued an eight-page response denying the governor’s request. Governor Bentley’s attorneys had filed motions to try to stop the hearings. Jones also denied the governor’s request that certain committee…

Update: Supt. Margaret Allen Sends Email on Delay of Teacher Paychecks

Alabama News Network is following the delay in Montgomery Public Schools’ employees getting paid. They were supposed to be paid today. But after what is being called a “system glitch”, they are still awaiting payments through direct deposit. School Superintendent Margaret Allen has sent the following email to school system employees on the delay: Regarding the electronic distribution of payroll…