Local Reaction as Tensions Flare in Tennessee over School Mask Mandate
Alabama News Network got reaction from parents in Montgomery over video of heated arguments at a school board meeting in Tennessee over a school mask mandate.
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Alabama Leads Nation in Coronavirus Positivity Rate
As of last Friday, the positivity rate in Alabama was 24%. Some counties have as high as 40% positivity rate.
Alabama AG Announces $3M Settlement with Tyson Over Spill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall says the state has reached a $3 million settlement with Tyson Farms over a wastewater spill that killed an estimated 175,000 fish. It was one of the largest recorded fish kills…
One Man Travels 50 States to Spread Awareness on Veterans' Suicide
A veteran has been travelling across the US to help prevent veteran suicides. Wednesday he reached the state of Alabama, the 39th on his journey. "I'm doing 50 pushups at all 50 state capitols in 50 days," shared Darren Hafford during a stop in Columbus Sunday. "I'm hoping to let other veterans know that might be struggling that help is out there."
Former MPS Administrator to Serve Prison Time for Fraud
Former Jeff Davis High School Assistant Principal Walter James, the third has pleaded guilty to fraud charges. James portrayed himself as the owner of a consulting firm while also working for Montgomery Public Schools. Prosecutors say he and others submitted…
3 Degree Guarantee: Friendship Mission Gets $1,450 Check
Alabama News Network is happy to provide yet another "3 Degree Guarantee" check to a local non-profit. Starting this month, AirNow Home Services joins us as partners.
City of Millbrook Working on New City Highly Anticipated Projects
After 45 years of existence, the City of Millbrook is finally beginning some highly anticipated projects. The city is working on building their downtown area from the ground up, and beginning their 17 Springs…
Former Montgomery Assistant Principal Sentenced for Wire Fraud
Walter James, III of Montgomery, who was the assistant principal at Jefferson Davis High School, has been sentenced after pleading guilty to wire fraud.
UPDATE: Search Begins for New Superintendent for Montgomery Public Schools
Alabama News Network brought you team coverage of the announcement that Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore would be retiring when her contract ends in June. Now the school board is beginning the search for her replacement.
Two Hosts Named for Hit TV Game Show "Jeopardy!"
Sony Pictures Television has named Mike Richards and Mayim Bialik as hosts of the legendary hit game show "Jeopardy!". The show can been seen weekdays at 4:30 p.m. on CBS 8.
ADPH: All of Alabama Ranks High for Community Transmission of COVID-19
The newest statewide COVID-19 community transmission map puts all of Alabama in the “high” category, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
Matthew Hammett Announces Run for District 92 Seat in Alabama House
Covington County businessman Matthew Hammett has announced that he is running for the District 92 seat in the Alabama House of Representatives, which represents Covington County and parts of Coffee and Escambia counties.
TEAM COVERAGE: MPS Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore To Retire in June 2022
Alabama News Network has confirmed that Montgomery Public Schools' superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore will retire after this school year. She spoke to us shortly before the school board meeting to talk about her decision.
Victim in July 22 Shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue Dies
The Montgomery Police Department has launched a homicide investigation after the victim in a July 22 shooting died.
Elmore County Schools Looking for Substitute Bus Drivers
The Elmore County school system is starting the school year in need of substitute bus drivers. It's a problem they say is common throughout the state.
Alabama's COVID-19 Hospitalizations Highest Since January
The number of COVD-19 patients in Alabama hospitals has risen above 2,000 for the first time since January.
Pentagon to require COVID vaccine for all troops by Sept. 15
The Pentagon will require members of the U.S. military to get the COVID-19 vaccine by Sept. 15, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press.
PHOTO GALLERY: Fire Leaves Montgomery Home with Extensive Damage
Montgomery firefighters battled a fire at a home in the 500 block of 5th Street that resulted in extensive damage.
Montgomery Police Searching for Credit Card Fraud Suspect
Montgomery police are searching for a woman who is suspected of making a purchase with a stolen credit card.
Lawsuit Filed in Fatal 12-Vehicle Interstate 65 Pileup in Butler County
A lawsuit has been filed against two trucking companies and a truck driver, which were involved in the fatal 12-vehicle pileup on Interstate 65 in Butler County in June.
Authorities Search for Missing 3 Year Old in Autaugaville
Authorities have confirmed that a three year old boy was missing in Autaugaville on Sunday.
Mask Debates Rage As Local Schools Welcome Students Back
Many local school systems are requiring mask for students and faculty.
Eight Shot Overnight in Montgomery in Separate Shootings
The Montgomery Police Department says eight people have been shot in a string of shootings from late Friday night through early Saturday morning.
Alabama Dept. of Corrections Says It Can Now Use Nitrogen for Executions
Alabama says it has finished construction of a system to use nitrogen gas to carry out death sentences.
Montgomery District 4 Council Member Offering Incentive to Help Clean The Streets
District 4 Montgomery City Council member Audrey Graham says her idea to keep her district clean will pay off in more ways than one for the people she represents.
