The Capitol Christmas Tree has been Lit in Annual Ceremony
The Christmas tree lighting ceremony began in 1951 and was known as 'Every Light a Prayer for Peace.'
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Montgomery Zoo Hosts 30th Annual Christmas Lights Festival
It's that time of year again! It's the annual Montgomery Zoo Christmas Lights Festival.
MPS Partners With UAB to Administer Weekly COVID Tests in Elementary Schools
Montgomery Public Schools has partnered with the University of Alabama at Birmingham to administer weekly COVID-19 tests in all of its elementary schools.
Court Rejects Bias Claim by Former Congressman Artur Davis
A federal appeals court has ruled that former Congressman Artur Davis can’t pursue a racial discrimination claim against the nonprofit legal organization he once headed.
Magical Christmas Toy Drive: Eastdale Mall Goes on Shopping Spree
Eastdale Mall is joining Alabama News Network for our 8th annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive. Our drive collects toys for The Salvation Army of Montgomery.
ADPH: COVID-19 Cases in Alabama Schools Fall to Near 400
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new COVID-19 school dashboard. It shows that cases have now dropped to near 400.
Mobile-Based Shoe Station Purchased by Shoe Carnival
Shoe Carnival will operate all of Shoe Station's 21 stores, including the ones in Montgomery and Prattville, under the Shoe Station name and will continue to have an online presence under the current website.
Behind the Blue Fence: A Montgomery Whitewater Update
Officials say Montgomery Whitewater park is on schedule to be completed by Summer 2023.
Single Vehicle Accident Causes Damage to First Baptist Church Montgomery
Pastor Bethea said the driver ran into the front steps of the Main Sanctuary causing heavy damage to the staircase and railing.
Body of Missing Union Springs Man Found at Wreck Site in Macon County
Alabama State Troopers say the body of a Union Springs man who had been reported missing has been found at the site where he wrecked his car.
City of Montgomery Presents "12 Days of Christmas" Events
The City of Montgomery has announced its "12 Days of Christmas" celebration, which features events through New Year's Eve.
MPS State Intervention Lifted, Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore Reacts
On Wednesday, Montgomery Public Schools was lifted from state intervention.
New Artwork Unveiled in Montgomery to Honor Rosa Parks
The city of Montgomery along with Troy University unveiled a new piece of art in honor of Rosa Parks on Wednesday. City, county and military leaders gathered at the Rosa Parks Museum for…
Magical Christmas Toy Drive: Butler Land & Timber Co. Goes on Shopping Spree
This year, Butler Land & Timber Co. is joining Alabama News Network for our 8th annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive. Our drive collects toys for The Salvation Army of Montgomery.
ALEA Investigating Seven Traffic Fatalities over Thanksgiving Holiday
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating seven traffic fatalities over the Thanksgiving holiday, as travel started to return to pre-pandemic levels.
Gov. Kay Ivey Honors Alabama's First Black Poet Laureate
Gov. Kay Ivey is honoring the state's first Black poet laureate, a creative writing teacher from Birmingham who delves into the pain and difficulty of being Black in America.
Prattville Police Take Woman into Custody after Stabbing, I-65 Pursuit
Prattville police say they have taken a woman into custody after a stabbing and a short pursuit on Interstate 65.
UPDATE: Police Identify Woman Shot and Killed in Montgomery
Montgomery police have now identified the woman who died of a gunshot wound on Monday.
Prattville Police Searching for Christmas Display Vandals
The city of Prattville is investigating a case of Christmas vandalism after crews found several light displays were vandalized on Maple Street over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Montgomery Public Schools Celebrates End of State Intervention with Video Release
The state intervention of Montgomery Public Schools has ended today after nearly five years. The school system is celebrating by releasing a video that declares "It's a Brand New Day."
Man Suffers Life-Threatening Gunshot Wound in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man with a life-threatening gunshot wound.
City of Montgomery Faces Fine for Changing Name of Jeff Davis Avenue
The Alabama attorney general's office says the City of Montgomery owes a $25,000 for changing the name of Jeff Davis Avenue, named after Confederate President Jefferson Davis.
Confederate Group Opposing Lawsuit over Tuskegee Monument Site
A Confederate heritage group says it will fight a lawsuit in Macon County that could lead to the removal of a monument in Tuskegee.
Montgomery to Remember Rosa Parks with Several Days of Events
The life of civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks will be remembers in Montgomery with several days of events.
New Memorial to Rosa Parks to Be Dedicated in Montgomery
A new memorial to Rosa Parks will be dedicated in Montgomery on Wednesday, Dec. 1., which is Rosa Parks Day.
