Lottery and Casino Bill Heads to Full Alabama House
Lottery and casino legislation will be decided in the last two days of the legislative session.
Montgomery Newsroom
59-Year-Old Killed Overnight; MPD Conducting Homicide Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department says it is conducting a homicide investigation in the death of Randolph Robinson, 59, of Montgomery. Monday, May 3, around 11:45 pm MPD responded to the 400 block of East Park Avenue in reference to a…
Judges Hear Arguments over Contentious Census Privacy Tool
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A panel of judges has heard arguments over whether the U.S. Census Bureau can use a controversial statistical technique to keep people's information private in the numbers used for drawing political districts. Monday's hearing hinged on…
Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Now Offers Virtual Hearings for Appeals
The Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs launched a virtual hearings program during the pandemic.
Hunting of Feral Hogs, Coyotes at Night Now Allowed in Alabama
Alabama is making it easier to hunt two animals that are often considered nuisances, coyotes and feral hogs.
Montgomery Police Investigating Three Weekend Shootings
Montgomery police say they are investigating three separate shootings that happened over the weekend.
Prattville Man Arrested on Rape Charge
Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the arrest of a Prattville man on a first-degree rape charge.
Gov. Kay Ivey Plans to End COVID-19 Public Health Order, State of Emergency
Gov. Kay Ivey says the COVID-19 pandemic is "absolutely" managed, so she will soon end a state health order meant to guard against the spread of the illness.
CrimeStoppers Tip Leads to Arrest of Capital Murder Suspect in Montgomery
A tip to Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is being credited with the capture of a suspect wanted for two counts of capital murder.
From Homeless to Homeowner, Now Car Owner
James Spedding was first introduced to us back in 2017. He was homeless and living in a tent near the Alabama river. Over the past 5 years his life has changed dramatically thanks to the love and support of River City Church and the community.
Photo Gallery: Montgomery Kidney Walk Celebration
The 2021 Montgomery Kidney Walk may have been virtual this year, but there was an in-person celebration held at Montgomery’s Riverwalk Stadium this morning that brought out plenty of people.
Should Alabama Remove the Confederate Flag from the State's Coat of Arms?
State Rep. Laura Hall (D-Huntsville) has introduced legislation to redesign Alabama’s coat of arms and remove the Confederate  battle flag. Â
People in Wetumpka Eager to See Their City on New HGTV Series
People in Wetumpka have waited nearly a year to see their city in the national TV spotlight. Sunday, it will be featured on a new six-part HGTV series called "Home Town Takeover."
Wetumpka Mayor Jerry Willis Excited to See City on HGTV
Wetumpka Mayor Jerry Willis joined us live on Alabama News Network at 6:00 Friday to talk about his excitement to see the city spotlighted on national TV.
Court documents: Woman, kids found dead in car were shot
EUFAULA, Ala. (AP) - Court documents show that a Georgia woman and two children found dead in a partially submerged car on the Alabama-Georgia line were shot to death. Warrants…
House Approves Bill to put Menstrual Products in Schools
MONTGOMERY, Ala (AP) - The Alabama Legislature on Thursday advanced a bill to require public schools to provide menstrual products. The state House of Representatives on Thursday voted 97-0 for the bill by Rep. Rolanda Hollis of Birmingham. It would…
Alabama Lawmakers Approve Wine Delivery Bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala (AP) - Alabamians might soon be able to have wine delivered in the mail. The Alabama Senate on Thursday voted 27-0 for the bill by Republican Rep. Terri Collins. The House of Representatives voted 88-5 to accept Senate…
Regions Foundation Gives Alabama State University $250,000 To pay off Graduating Senior Debts
The Graduating Seniors at Alabama State University were in for a big surprise Thursday when they showed up for what they thought was a Financial Literacy Seminar, but their attendance really paid off.Â
Historic Budgets Approved, Lottery and Gaming Lingers at State House
Lawmakers have approved the two largest budgets in Alabama history. Meanwhile, the House of Representatives has yet to make a decision on gaming and lottery.
Marche Johnson Wins Montgomery City Council District 3 Special Election
Marche Johnson is now the newest member of the Montgomery City Council. Johnson won the special election runoff for the District 3 seat Tuesday. She replaces Tracy Larkin who held the seat…
Teen Sentenced for Crash that Killed Rod and Paula Bramblett in Auburn
A judge has sentenced a teenager for the 2019 crash that killed Auburn University sports announcer Rod Bramblett, who was known as "The Voice of the Auburn Tigers", and his wife Paula. The sentence for 18-year-old Johnston Taylor was not…
Alabama Removing Anti-Gay Language from Sex Education Law
Alabama will remove anti-gay language from the state's sex education law. For decades, the law said students should be taught that homosexuality is both socially unacceptable and illegal. Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill sponsored by Rep. Laura Hall…
Report: Montgomery's Magnet High Schools Rank Among the Best
U.S. News & World Report has released its annual rankings of the best high schools in the country. Once again, Montgomery's magnet high schools are listed as some of the nation's best. The report shows that LAMP (Loveless Academic Magnet…
AUM Offering Free Pfizer Vaccine Shots Thursday and Friday
AUM has announced that it has a limited number of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines that will be available for people 16 and older Thursday and Friday at the AUM Wellness Center. The vaccines are free, with no insurance needed. People who get…
Lawsuit Filed In a Bid to Block Alabama's Prison Lease Plan
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Groups opposed to Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey's plan to least private prisons have filed a lawsuit in a bid to block the plan. The proposal is seen by supporters as a partial solution to Alabama's troubled…
