Police Investigating Homicide in Midtown Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a homicide that happened in Midtown Montgomery.
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Hurricane Season Is Underway, Are You Ready?
Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. You don't have to live along the Alabama coast to feel the effects of these dangerous storms.
Woman Seriously Injured in Sunday Night Shooting in Montgomery
A woman is in critical condition in a Montgomery hospital after being shot Sunday night. Police and fire medics were called to the 700 block of Golden Gate Drive around 10:30 Sunday night in reference to a shooting. On the…
Safe from the Storm: Why Do We Have Hurricanes and Can They Be Stopped?
Wouldn't it be great if hurricanes could be stopped or steered away from land?
Most Inmates Excluded from New Sentence Reduction Incentive
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers have approved a program that would allow some state inmates to receive up to a year off their sentence by completing vocational or other training, although most prisoners will not be allowed to participate.…
Last School Dashboard for May Shows Another Drop in COVID-19 Cases
The final Alabama school dashboard release for May shows another drop in COVID-19 cases in Alabama public schools, as the school year is coming to an end.
Safe from the Storm: A Look Back at the Record-Setting 2020 Hurricane Season
Alabama News Network is working to get you prepared for the 2021 hurricane season. But we also want to remind you of last year's record-setting year for tropical weather.
More Than A Bus Driver: Pike Road Bus Driver Saves Mother's Day for 7 Year Old
Pike Road Bus Driver Saves Mother's Day for 7 Year Old.
State Health Leaders Worry about Alabama's Plunging COVID-19 Vaccination Rate
The pace of COVID-19 vaccinations in Alabama has fallen to a level not seen since the earliest days of the immunization campaign even though less than 30% of the state’s population is fully vaccinated.
Does Ainsworth's Re-Election Plans Hint at Gov. Kay Ivey's Plans?
Republican Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth has announced that he will launch his re-election campaign on Friday, June 4. That could be a signal that Gov. Kay Ivey will seek re-election herself.
City of Montgomery Launches Website to Inform Residents About Major Road Projects
A new website called MGM Street Status has been launched to inform the public about major road projects. Some of these projects have already begun and some will start later on this year.
Safe from the Storm: Changes for 2021 Hurricane Season
Changes are coming to the 2021 hurricane season. Bluewater Meteorologist Rich Thomas outlines what is different this year.
Alabama News Network, Gov. Kay Ivey Say Goodbye and Good Luck to Andrew James
Today is a sad day at Alabama News Network. We are saying goodbye to Alabama News Rising anchor Andrew James.
ALEA and Montgomery Airport Officials Encourage Safe Travels For Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day is this weekend and one important thing to remember while traveling during the holiday is other people travel as well. From road trips to plane rides, a lot of people will be out of their homes this weekend.
Woman Dies after Being Shot in Montgomery, Another Woman Injured
Montgomery police say a woman has died after being shot this afternoon.
UPDATE: Groundbreaking for Montgomery Whitewater Recreation Center Set for June 10
Gov. Kay Ivey will join leaders from Montgomery and Montgomery County to break ground on the long-awaited whitewater recreation center on June 10.
Safe from the Storm: 2021 Hurricane Season Outlook
The 2021 hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. We have a complete outlook on what to expect this year.
Seven Candidates Qualify for Montgomery City Council District 1 Special Election
The seven candidates are Tijuanna Adetunji, Carlton Avery, Edwin “Ed” C. Bertarelli, Ed Grimes, Brenda Irby, Josephine Jordan, and Donnie Mims.
Ivey faces Decision on Promotion Requirement for 3rd Graders
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is weighing whether to delay next year's high-stakes requirement to hold back third-graders who aren't reading on grade level. Ivey has through Thursday to sign legislation by Democratic Sen. Rodger Smitherman of…
Governor Ivey Signs Bill to Ban Curbside Voting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation to ban curbside voting in the state. Ivey's office announced Wednesday that she had signed the bill by Republican Rep. Wes Allen of Troy. It would forbid election workers…
UPDATE: Dispute Over Officer-Involved Shooting Incident in Montgomery
Attorneys for a man who died during an incident involving Montgomery police last week are speaking out against the police department for what they say was the murder of an unarmed Black man. But Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and District Attorney Daryl Bailey say those attorneys are ignoring the facts of the case.
Pike Road Takes Another Step Toward Vote on Property Tax Hike
The town of Pike Road has taken another step toward a vote on whether to raise property taxes for schools.
Man Dies after Being Shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man has died after being shot late last night.
MPS Faculty & Staff Take a Look Back at the School Year
From having all students virtual at on day one, to learning in a hybrid setting, MPS staff say this school year was like a roller coaster. With many ups and downs throughout the last…
Moderna says its COVID-19 shot works in kids as young as 12
FILE - Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12. The company released the preliminary findings Tuesday, May 25, 2021, based on testing on more than 3,700 12- to 17-year-olds in the…
