Dr. Scott Harris Interview on Alabama News Rising
Alabama State Health Officer, Dr. Scott Harris had a live interview Wednesday morning on Alabama News Rising to discuss vaccinations in Alabama.
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Johnston Taylor Granted Youthful Offender Status in Deaths of Rod, Paula Bramblett
Johnston Taylor, the teenage driver charged in the fatal wreck that killed “The Voice of the Auburn Tigers” Rod Bramblett and his wife Paula in 2019, has been granted youthful offender status. He is charged with two counts of manslaughter.…
Alabama Senate Approves Lottery, Casino Bill
The Alabama Senate has approved a lottery and casino legislation as lawmakers make a third attempt to advance a gambling bill this session. Senators voted 23-9 for the proposed constitutional amendment would establish a state lottery and allow nine casino…
COVID Protocols In Place at Montgomery Regional Airport
As summer approaches, state's begin to lift their mask mandates, and vaccines continue to be administered more people are choosing to travel by plane. TSA has reported over 200,000 more travelers are…
Montgomery Man Charged in Death of 5-Month-Old Son
Montgomery police are conducting a homicide investigation following the death of five-month-old Austin Diaz Flora. On Wednesday, April 7, at about 11:30 a.m., police say they responded to a hospital after receiving a report of a baby with life threatening…
U.S. Marshal Searching for Timothy Wyatt
The U.S. Marshal's Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force continues its search for Timothy Jabbar Wyatt. The Autauga County Sheriff's Office resubmitted a request to CrimeStoppers to air Wyatt's case again with additional photos. The Autauga County Sheriff's Office…
Gov. Kay Ivey Issues Statement on Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a statement on the federal government recommendation that use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine be paused. In a joint statement, the Centers for…
Jackson Hospital Pausing Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
Jackson Hospital says it will follow the government recommendation that use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine be paused. In a joint statement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration says it is…
Winn-Dixie Suspending Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
With the U.S. recommending a pause in giving out the single-dose Johnson & Johnson/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine, Winn-Dixie Stores across Alabama says it will join others in suspending using the vaccine at its free clinics. In a joint statement, the Centers…
Rigby Street Shooting in Montgomery Leaves One Man Injured
Montgomery police is investigating an early morning shooting that left a man injured. MPD Spokesperson Lt. Jarrett Williams said it happened in the 1600 block…
Summer Program Brings Over 200 Jobs For Montgomery Youth
Mayor Reed invites Montgomery teenagers and young adults to apply for the Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program The program will provide job opportunities to approximately 200 youth and young adults in Montgomery…
Alabama Senate Expected to Debate Casino, Lottery Bill Tuesday
State senators on Tuesday are expected to debate lottery and casino legislation. Sen. Jim McClendon (R-Springville) said he expects to bring up a bill for debate that would establish a state lottery as well as allow multiple casino sites. McClendon…
Governor Ivey Signs Alcohol Delivery Bill into Law
Starting October 1, 2021, people in Alabama will be able to have beer, wine, and liquor delivered to their homes. The Governor's Office confirmed to Alabama News Network that Governor Kay Ivey signed the alcohol delivery bill into law on…
Alabama Democratic Party Wants Investigation into Sec. of State John Merrill
The head of the Alabama Democratic Party says he wants an investigation into Republican Secretary of State John Merrill. Merrill announced last week that he would not be seeking political…
Selma Teenager Shot and Killed in Apparent Shootout
A Selma teenager was killed in an apparent shootout over the weekend. Selma Police Chief Kenta Fulford said a 17-year-old was shot and killed in the 800 block of First Avenue Saturday afternoon. The victim has been identified as Amari…
Alabama senators want Confederate tax to fund Black history
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Two Alabama state senators say they want to divert part of a statewide property tax tied to the Confederacy to preserve and promote Black history. Alabama imposed the tax to fund pensions for Confederate soldiers and…
Homeowners, Group Seek Action on Alabama Power's Solar Fee
Homeowners and an environmental group are asking federal regulators to step in over Alabama Power’s fees on home solar panels, fees that environmental groups argue purposely discourages the use of solar in the sun-rich state. The petition filed with the…
17th Annual Autism Crawfish Boil Held at Riverwalk Stadium
Easterseals Central Alabama and the all-volunteer Mudbug Ball Committee hosted the 17th Annual Autism Crawfish Boil at Riverwalk Stadium in downtown Montgomery today. This event helps kick off Autism Awareness Month.…
Pedestrian Hit, Killed by RV on Interstate 65 South of Clanton
Alabama state troopers say a pedestrian has died after being hit by an RV on Interstate 65 in Chilton County. Investigators say 31-year-old Zachary Rutherford of Danville was hit by an RV driven by 41-year-old Huimin Harrison of Madison, Wisconsin.…
Arrest Made in Attempted Murder Case in Millbrook
Millbrook police say they have made an arrest in an attempted murder case. They say they have arrested 17-year-old Wilik Jamal Milner of Montgomery, charging him with attempted…
Hyundai Prepares to Unveil Montgomery-Built Santa Cruz
Hyundai has released the first teaser photos of its new Santa Cruz, which it is calling a sport adventure vehicle. The company says the 2022 Santa Cruz will break new ground within the SUV, truck and crossover segments by…
Montgomery Zoo Delays Zoo Weekend Festivities Saturday Due to Storms
The Montgomery Zoo said Friday that due to storms impacting the River Region, Zoo Weekend festivities planned for April 10 will be delayed until 12PM. The Montgomery Zoo will open for its regular operating hours at 9AM though. All Zoo…
New COVID-19 Alabama School Dashboard Released
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new school dashboard of coronavirus cases as of April 9. The latest report shows a slight increase from last week, although several systems did not report due to spring break. ADPH…
Two Arrested, One Wanted after Jefferson Davis Chair Recovered in New Orleans
Two people have been arrested and one is still wanted after the historic Jefferson Davis Chair was recovered…
Baptist Health to Continue Mask Requirements after Statewide Mandate Ends
Baptist Health announced Friday that people will be required to continue wearing masks in all facilities. Officials with the healthcare facility said even though the statewide mandate ends at 5:00PM Friday, the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Alabama…
