Greenville Hotel Fire in 2019 Ruled Arson
A fire that destroyed a Greenville hotel in 2019 has been ruled arson. The State Fire Marshall's Office confirmed to Alabama News Network that the Baymont Inn…
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What's In The Latest Alabama Lottery Bill?
Two weeks into the Alabama Legislative session a lottery bill is gaining support. The bill is sponsored by veteran Republican Senator Del Marsh of Anniston. Legislators say this is one of the strongest lottery bills they've seen in the state…
Autauga Man Arrested in West Virginia for Sex Crimes Against Two Minors Extradited to Autauga County Jail
An Autauga County man arrested in West Virginia on multiple sex crimes against minors is back in Autauga County. Authorities extradited Charles "Uncle Sam" McDonald, 63, to the Autuaga County Jail on Thursday, February 11. McDonald faces the following charges:…
Juvenile Charged in Montgomery Walmart Arson Case
Montgomery Fire & Rescue says that a juvenile wanted in connection to a fire inside the Walmart on Atlanta Highway has been arrested and charged. Lt. J.C. Selman said after receiving a tip through Crimestoppers, the four individuals initially wanted…
Lawmakers Give Up on Repeal of Law about Confederate Monuments
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers on Wednesday delayed action on a proposal to repeal protections for Confederate monuments and instead let cities give the statues to the state archives or another entity for preservation. The House Judiciary Committee sent…
COVID-19 Payments and Benefits Will Not Be Taxed in Alabama
Wednesday the Alabama Senate  voted unanimously 27-0 to pass a bill that will not tax COVID relief payments and benefits received. Sponsors of the bill say it will reduce taxes on businesses in Alabama. The bill now heads to the…
Walmart to Start Distributing Vaccines Across Alabama on Friday
Vaccines against COVID-19 will soon be available at more than 70 Walmart and Sam's Club stores across Alabama. Walmart and Alabama say people who meet the state's eligibility requirements can begin signing up now. The immunizations begin Friday. A statement…
Gambling Bill Passes First Hurdle in the Alabama Legislature
A lottery and casino bill has cleared its first hurdle in the Alabama Legislature. The Senate Tourism and Marketing Committee unanimously approved the bill this morning. The bill by Sen.…
George Wallace, Jr. Speaks about UAB Removing His Father's Name from Building
George Wallace, Jr. has issued a statement regarding UAB's decision to remove his father's…
Alabama Considering Banning Drug Treatment for Transgender Kids
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it a felony for doctors to treat transgender youth with hormonal therapy, puberty blockers, and surgery to help their transition.…
Lottery, casino bill introduced in Alabama Legislature
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama lawmaker has filed a proposal to start a lottery and allow casinos in the state. Republican Sen. Del Marsh of Anniston introduced the much-anticipated gambling bill Tuesday. Marsh says his bill proposes a state…
Kobe Bryant crash pilot disoriented in clouds, agency says
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Safety investigators say the pilot of Kobe Bryant's helicopter flew through the clouds, an apparent violation of federal standards, and likely became disoriented. Robert Sumwalt, chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, said Tuesday that pilot…
Alabama News Network Launches All-New News App
Alabama News Network has launched a new news app, which is now available for Android and iPhone devices in your Google Play Store or Apple App Store. We hope you'll be excited to use it. To get the new app,…
Congresswoman Terri Sewell Reflects on How Sen. Richard Shelby Helped Her
Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-7th District) is taking time to reflect on how U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) helped her get into politics. Shelby announced today that he would not seek re-election next year. "Senator Richard Shelby has been an influential…
What You Need to Know about Alabama's Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics
Alabama is moving forward to phase 1-B of coronavirus vaccinations as it opens eight mass vaccination clinics this week.…
Montgomery Man Shot and Killed on Locust Street
Montgomery police are conducting a homicide investigation after a man was shot and killed on Locust Street early this morning. Police say 33-year-old Michael Tyes of Montgomery was pronounced dead in…
Sen. Richard Shelby Makes It Official: He's Not Seeking Re-election in 2022
U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) has released a statement, saying "Today I announce that I will not seek a seventh term in the United State Senate in 2022. For everything, there is a season." https://twitter.com/SenShelby/status/1358826533310390272?s=20 His statement goes on to say:…
Gov. George Wallace's Name Removed Off UAB Building Due to 1960s Support of Racial Segregation
FILE - In this June 11, 1963 file photo, Gov. George Wallace blocks the entrance to the University of Alabama as he turned back a federal officer attempting to enroll two black students at the university…
Alabama Begins Expanded COVID-19 Vaccinations on Monday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama is expanding who is eligible to receive immunizations against COVID-19 but health officials cautioned there's still not enough vaccine for everyone who qualifies for a shot. Beginning Monday, everyone 65 and older; educators; grocery store…
Montgomery Mass Coronavirus Vaccination Clinic Opens Monday
This Monday a mass coronavirus vaccination clinic will open in Montgomery. The clinic is located at the old Montgomery Mall Locations 3003 E. South Boulevard. Vaccinations are open to group 1A and 1B, which includes healthcare workers, first responders, teachers,…
Auburn University Returning to On-Campus Operations
Auburn University is fully resuming on-campus operations that were disrupted by the coronavirus last year. All optional remote instruction will end on Sunday. And most employees who've been working on a virtual basis will return to campus on Monday. The…
Calendar, Pandemic Could Cost Alabama Seat in U.S. House
The human loss from the pandemic will not be reflected in the U.S. population count used for divvying up congressional seats among the states. That could save a congressional seat for New York but cost Alabama one. The pandemic's start…
Tallassee Teenager Killed in Elmore County Wreck
State troopers say a teenager from Tallassee has been killed in a wreck in Elmore County. The wreck happened just before 9 p.m. last night on Upper River Road about five miles north of Tallassee. Investigators say the teen was…
AP sources: Alabama senator has indicated he won't run again
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - U.S. Sen. Richard C. Shelby of Alabama has indicated to some confidantes that he doesn't intend to run for reelection next year. Some…
Next Phase of Coronavirus Vaccinations Begins Monday, Feb. 8
Alabama is moving forward to phase 1-B of Coronavirus vaccinations. Phase 1-B includes teachers and educators. ADPH has set up 8 mass vaccination clinics across the state to speed up vaccinations. No appointment is needed for the clinics, and each…
