MPD responded to the the 500 block of West Jeff Davis Ave. on a call of a business robbery, subject shot. An adult male was transported to a local hospital with a non life threatening injuries. There is no one…
At about 11:05 p.m. on April 27, MPD responded to the 3200 block of Virginia Pines Lane on a call of a subject shot. An adult male was transported to a local hospital with life threatening injuries. The injuries proved…
A single-vehicle crash overnight has claimed the life of a Camden man. John Helmers Jr., 24, was killed when the 2004 Ford F-150 he was driving left the road and struck a tree. Helmers, who was not wearing a seat belt, was…
The City of Montgomery today announced a new initiative to increase energy efficiency, conserve tax payer resources and protect the environment. “At the end of the day, this program will eliminate waste and continue building on our objectives of being…
[gtxvideo vid="aMYjmI5D" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/aMYjmI5D-120.jpg?cachebust=1461690726741" vtitle="WAKA_2016_04_25_22_04_27"] The Confederate Monument stands tall on the Capitol grounds dating back to the 1880's in memorial of the 122 thousand soldiers of the Confederacy. "It's where we were, what we did, where we came…
Montgomery Academy students will surprise 18-year-old girl named Hallie with the news she will travel to meet Justin Bieber for her magic moment. Hallie suffered a brain aneurysm at age 13 and the students at Montgomery Academy have been raising…
The Montgomery Police Department has identified the victim of a weekend fatal shooting as 55-year-old Charles Jones Jr. of Montgomery. MPD initiated a homicide investigation into Jones’s death following the April 23 shooting. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 800 block…
Law Day is a chance for law enforcement to be honored and thanked for the services they provide to the community. St. John's AME Church celebrated the day a little early with a service dedicated specifically to law. The theme…
Former Alabama Chief Justice Perry Hooper Sr. has died at the age of 91. His son told The Associated Press that he died Sunday morning at his home in Montgomery. Hooper Sr. was elected to serve as Chief Justice of the…
Saturday was your chance to take part in Montgomery's version of the Amazing Race! It's called the Urban challenge. About twenty teams of two signed up to solve puzzles across downtown. At each stop they were asked to do different tasks, including…
People came out to Old Alabama Town in Montgomery today to take a look inside a book. It was all part of the 11th annual Alabama Book Festival. Authors were on hand for special book signings and for readings. The free event promotes…
The YMCA is hoping to get kids up and moving today as they celebrate healthy kids day. Every YMCA in the river region participated in the fun event. There were things for kids of all ages, from zumba to tee ball…
Auburn police have arrested 33-year-old Tarabien Cobb, age 33 for capital murder in connection with an Auburn club shooting. that left 3 dead. Authorities say the shooting happened near Mr. D's Lounge on Lee Rd. 83. Police arrived at the club…
[gtxvideo vid="MebV73VI" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/MebV73VI-120.jpg?cachebust=1461595098175" vtitle="WAKA_2016_04_22_22_00_48"] It's the 8th annual CloverJam at Huntington-- A time to gather together, enjoying food and music. "Huntington really centers itself on bringing in the community, like we are centered in the heart of the Cloverdale…
Students at Autauga Academy in Prattville had a chance to learn more about energy conservation and how energy is used in everyday life, during an Earth Day event. The event is co-sponsored by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community…
The Department of Music at Alabama State University has been awarded a $20,000 Alabama Arts Education Initiative grant from the Alabama State Department of Education. The grant funds will enable ASU, in conjunction with its Zelia Stephens Early Childhood Learning Center and…
[gtxvideo vid="xUPmhaIh" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xUPmhaIh-120.jpg?cachebust=1461351830872" vtitle="WAKA_2016_04_22_12_04_01"] Today is Earth Day. Every year, people across the globe try to bring awareness to environmental protection. In Pike Road, the day marks the near end of an annual week-long cleanup campaign. Groups and…
Good morning and Happy Friday! Here's what to look for on Alabama News Network this morning from 5-7 a.m. -An autopsy is expected today as fans continue to mourn the unexpected passing of musician Prince -New details in the scandal…
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival welcomes five-time Grammy Award winner Michael McDonald to headline the 3rd annual Benefit the Bard fundraiser. McDonald was part of legendary rock bands the Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan. Smokey Robinson and Michael Bolton headlined the…
[gtxvideo vid="grg1WBE2" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/grg1WBE2-120.jpg?cachebust=1461277769156" vtitle="asu graetz"] Alabama State University hosted the tenth annual Robert and Jean Graetz symposium, named for two civil rights activists that 60 years later are still continuing their crusade towards equality. They took a strong…
The Alabama Legislature has given final approval to the education budget and a four percent pay raise for teachers. The House of Representatives and state Senate on Thursday approved conference committee reports on the legislation. The two bills now go…
The American Lung Association has issued an annual report on the air quality above America. In Alabama only a handful of counties have measuring equipment. Those…
[gtxvideo vid="ImDIa6lo" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ImDIa6lo-120.jpg?cachebust=1461249628080" vtitle="$20 dollar bill"] She escaped slavery in 1849, then helped others to freedom through the Underground Railroad, later becoming a member of the Suffrage Movement. Harriet Tubman will now grace the 20 dollar bill. Most…
[gtxvideo vid="yCrBJO36" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/yCrBJO36-120.jpg?cachebust=1461250098782" vtitle="WAKA_2016_04_20_22_00_17"] Healthcare leaders say this upcoming budget will create drastic cuts to the state's healthcare system that could impact potentially 1 million Alabamians. This upcoming budget is $85 million short of what the agency says it…
An Alabama legislator is seeking to create a new state committee that could vet the merits of impeaching Gov. Robert Bentley who last month admitted to making sexually charged remarks to a top female aide but denies a physical affair…
