Autauga County EMA Working to Repair Two Weather Sirens
For many people, weather sirens are a call to take shelter. But with severe weather in the forecast for Thursday, 2 Autauga County weather sirens in the Marbury area will not be working…
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Alabama House Committee Approves Abortion Bill
Three women dressed like characters in the cable TV show Handmaid's Tale stand outside the Statehouse to confront members of a House committee that approved a bill that could…
"Future of MPS" Community Forum Focuses on Accreditation and Funding
The school year will be wrapping up soon. But people in Montgomery are coming together to find solutions for Montgomery public schools. "Not speaking negatively but it could be a lot…
Poll: Alabama Voters Split on U.S. Sen. Doug Jones
A new Mason-Dixon poll shows Alabama voters are split in rating the job performance of U.S. Sen. Doug Jones, who is the only Democrat to hold statewide office. The poll shows 45% of those asked approve of the job he's…
Missing Child Found
UPDATE: Avery Williams has been found safe. ----------- Montgomery Police Department is requesting assistance in locating Avery Williams, 9, who last seen at Dannelly Elementary School Tuesday at about 12:30. Authorities say Williams was wearing a red shirt, khaki pants, a…
Public Safety Insurance Fund Helps the Families of Fallen First Responders
The Public Safety Insurance Fund began in 2002. It was created as a way to say "thank you" to first responders. The insurance policy for first responders covers 2500 first responders…
Catholic Church Members React To Notre Dame Cathedral Fire
The massive blaze that nearly destroyed Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral is being felt by Catholics and Non-Catholics all across the world, and Montgomery is no exception. The iconic cathedral went up…
State Seeking New Execution Date for Christopher Lee Price
Alabama is seeking a new execution date for an inmate who was spared last week when the clock struck midnight before a divided U.S. Supreme Court said the lethal injection could proceed. The state has asked the Alabama Supreme Court…
Community Remembrance Project Aims to Remember and Honor Lynching Victims
It's been nearly a year since the National Memorial for Peace and Justice opened in Montgomery. Now, people living in Montgomery are coming together to form a community coalition that…
BREAKING: Fire Engulfs Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
The soaring spire of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has collapsed in flames, and a church spokesman says the entire wooden interior of the 12th century landmark is burning and likely to be destroyed. A massive fire engulfed the roof…
UPDATE: Arrest Made in Deadly Weekend Shooting
UPDATE: Montgomery Police have charged 21-year-old Quayshon Hardy with one count of felony murder. He was taken to the Montgomery County Jail on a $150,000 bond. Police say Hardy and Jessie Felts…
"Son Of The South" Movie Being Filmed In Montgomery
Alabama News Network Sr. Political Reporter Tim Lennox has been cast for a small speaking part in the movie being shot in Montgomery. The movie is based on the book "Wrong Side of Murder Creek" and it is set in…
Two-Year-Old Child Killed in Wreck in Elmore County
Alabama State Troopers say a two-year-old child has died after a wreck in Elmore County. State troopers say the child was pronounced dead at Elmore Community Medical Center when the car she was riding in collided with a pickup truck…
Alabama Power Reports Scattered Power Outages
Alabama Power is reporting scattered power outages across Central, West and South Alabama. At 8AM, Alabama Power says there are approximately 4,350 customers are without service. The following is a quick rundown of outages by county location: Tallapoosa County -…
Final Round Play at The Masters Moved Up Because of Severe Weather Threat
The severe storms we're expecting in Alabama will be moving into Georgia later on Sunday. Because of that, the schedule at The Masters in Augusta has been moved up, including the Live coverage on CBS. You can watch final round…
Are You Prepared for A Severe Weather Emergency?
Today officials and EMA managers from around the River Region came together for an emergency preparedness fair. Officials say that the number one item that you need to have is a NOAA weather radio, and an APP like the Alabama…
Prattville Residents Raise Money for Autism
Big Star Tavern and the Noah Foundation sponsored the fundraiser. People could purchase a BBQ chicken meal with two sides for $10. There were raffles, an auction, and a DJ. All of the proceeds from the fundraiser go to New…
"Son of The South" film will premier here.
The Director of the movie and the author of the book were both at the Alabama Book Festival today at Old Alabama Town. Film Director Barry Brown and Author Bob Zellner at The Alabama Book…
Hundreds Attend Crime Victims Vigil
Friday night, hundreds of people gathered in downtown Montgomery outside of the attorney general's office to remember victims of crime. The vigil is part of National Crime Victims Rights Week. Attorney General Steve Marshall says that this is always a…
Man Killed in Ann St. Shooting Friday Night
Montgomery Police are investigating a fatal shooting. According to MPD, one man was killed. The shooting happened Friday evening in the 1100 block of Ann street at 8:20 p.m in the parking lot of a convenience store. Police say they…
Alabama State University Host "Me Too" Movement Founder Tarana Burke
Tarana Burke, founder of the Me Too movement spoke to students and faculty at ASU today. The event is part of Burks "Me Too" HBCU Tour. The forum was open to the public. Events included an open discussion, a men's…
Churches Prepare for Severe Weather on Palm Sunday
Churches across the area are making preparations for the severe weather threat on Sunday. Alabama News Network and emergency agencies have been urging churches to have a NOAA weather radio and a plan…
University of Alabama Trustees to Consider Tuition Freeze
The University of Alabama system is proposing a freeze on in-state tuition at all three campuses for the upcoming school year. The move would mean tuition remains the same next year at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa as well…
One Year Later
It was one year ago today that the U.S. Park Service signed an agreement with Alabama state university to operate the Selma-to-Montgomery march interpretive center. Looking at the main doors to the center on the ASU…
Police Arrest Suspect in Jewelry Theft
Prattville police has identified and captured a woman who is suspected of stealing $600 worth of jewelry. The woman has been identified as Angelette Sealey, 49, of Maplesville. Police say the theft happened…
