Payroll Tax Deferment: What You Need to Know
The payroll tax deferment "holiday" is meant to put more money into the pockets of Americans, but experts warn it may not be help many people are looking for. On Tuesday…
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NEW INFO: Search Underway for Missing Boater near Camden
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says the search is underway for a missing boater. ALEA Marine Patrol says they are looking for a 58-year-old man who went under water Wednesday and never resurfaced. Officials say the incident occurred at approximately 4:45PM…
ALDOT Considering Traffic Roundabouts in Pike Road
The Alabama Department of Transportation says it wants your input on a proposal to create traffic roundabouts in Pike Road near Interstate 85 at the Waugh/Pike Road exit (Exit 16). ALDOT, the Federal Highway Administration and the town of…
ASU to Use Thermal Scanning Technology to Screen for COVID-19
There's new technology popping up on Alabama State University's campus to screen students and faculty for possible COVID-19 symptoms. Screening stations are being set up to scan their vital signs and warn them when they're not social distancing. ASU president…
Tickled Pink to Be Held as a Virtual Event in 2020
COVID-19 has forced many local events to be canceled this year, but all of us at Alabama News Network are happy to say that Tickled Pink will be back in 2020! Tickled Pink is our annual women's expo to benefit…
Several of Your Favorite Daytime Shows Will Switch Time Slots on CBS 8
To get ready for the fall TV season, several of your favorite daytime TV shows will be switching time slots on CBS 8. The changes are effective Monday, September 14. THE DOCTORS: Will move from 3 p.m. to 9 a.m.…
MPS Exploring Face-to-Face Return Option for Students
As Montgomery Public Schools reaches the halfway point of the first nine weeks, system leaders are looking into the next nine weeks. Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore and her leadership team say they are evaluating the current state of COVID-19…
MPD Hosts "Stop the Violence' Rally Saturday
In an effort to decrease crime in the Capital City, Montgomery Police Department hosted a 'Stop the Violence' rally Saturday in Oak Park. City leaders, activists and community members came out to celebrate…
‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman dies of cancer at 43
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actor Chadwick Boseman, who played Black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel cinematic universe, died Friday…
APD: Suspect in Domestic-Related Shooting Now in Custody
Auburn Police Division says the suspect in the domestic-related shooting earlier Friday is now in custody. Police say shortly after 4:00 PM, 28-year-old Mary Williams surrendered herself to members of the…
Two Opp City Schools To Return To Full-Time Instruction
Two Opp City schools will return to full-time instruction after Labor Day. The Opp City Board of Education says Opp Elementary and Opp Middle School students will head back to the classroom on Tuesday, September 8. The board cites the…
Two Shot on Governors Drive in Montgomery
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Friday afternoon. MPD spokesperson Capt. Saba Coleman says it happened just after 2:30PM in the 3800 block of…
The FCS Kickoff Happening Saturday in Montgomery
In the wake of the pandemic, a bit of normalcy happening Saturday in the Capital City. The FCS Kickoff is back this year, the first college football game of the year. The Central Arkansas Bears…
Attorney General: Mike Hubbard's Appeals Are Exhausted and He Must Report for Prison
Attorney General Steve Marshall has issued a statement, saying that it is time that former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard begin serving his punishment for his ethics convictions. This morning, the Alabama Supreme Court issued a Certificate of Judgment, denying…
Alabama Supreme Court Won't Hold Rehearing on Mike Hubbard Case
The Alabama Supreme Court has issued a Certificate of Judgment, saying it is denying Mike Hubbard's request for a rehearing on his ethics convictions. Hubbard was Alabama House Speaker and was considered one of the most powerful politicians in the…
I-Team: Pending Salvation Army Sale Impacts Montgomery Whitewater Project
This week marks one year since Montgomery's Whitewater Project was announced. The 120-acre outdoor complex will be centered around an Olympic standard whitewater rafting course. You won't see many changes at the…
Murder Investigation Underway in Union Springs
Union Springs Police confirm they are working a murder investigation. Police say it happened just off Baskin Street. We have limited information at this time, but we are working to gather more details. Stay with Alabama News Network for the…
Extended State-Wide Mask Mandate: Details and Reaction
Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday she is extending the Safer at Home order, which was set to expire Monday August 31st. This extension comes as the number of COVID-19 cases in Alabama…
Alabama Doctors Wearing "Black Scrubs For Black Lives"
Two Alabama doctors have traded in the blue or  green scrubs that they'd normally wear around the hospital, for a pair of black scrubs. They are calling on other doctors to do the…
Update: Several Mayoral Races Heading to a Runoff
In the aftermath of Tuesday's city elections across Alabama, several mayoral races in our area will be heading to a runoff on October 6. Runoffs are needed when a race ends without a candidate receiving a majority of the votes.…
Montgomery's Third Food Truck Friday Happening August 28th
Food Truck Friday is back on August 28th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rotary Park and Montgomery Plaza. Vendors at Rotary Park include: Brewster’s Ice Cream Food Truck; Potz & Panz Gourmet Café & Catering; Pops & Sons…
Troy University to Rename Bibb Graves Hall After Late Rep. John Lewis
The Troy University Board of Trustees announced Wednesday morning that it will rename one of…
Update: Football Game Between Jeff Davis and Lee Will Be Played As Scheduled
Friday's football game between Jefferson Davis and Lee high schools will take place on Friday as scheduled, despite a Lee player testing positive for COVID-19. A spokesperson for Montgomery Public Schools says that after fully investigating the contact between the…
Campaign 2020: City Election Results
Voters in cities across Alabama have cast their ballots in the 2020 municipal elections, voting for mayor, city council members and school board representatives. Montgomery held its city election last year and isn't a part of this election cycle. Alabama…
University of Alabama System Reports 566 Cases in Last Six Days
The University of Alabama System says there have been 566 positive cases of COVID-19 since August 19. This number includes cases for students, faculty and staff. 531 of those cases are at the University of Alabama, while there are 6…
