Alabama's Covid-19 Cases Nearing 700
As of 3:40 p.m. Saturday, the Alabama Department of Public Health is reporting 696 confirmed Coronavirus cases. 4,755 people have been tested, and three people have died due to the virus.
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Macon County Opens Covid-19 Testing Site
Alabama News Network has confirmed via the Macon County EMA Director: After days of lobbying and requesting that Macon County gets its citizens tested, we will have public testing on Monday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m in Macon County…
Civil Rights Leader Rev. Joseph Lowery, Alabama Native, Dies at 98
Civil rights icon the Rev. Joseph Lowery delivers the keynote address at Clark Atlanta University's fall convocation Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2012, in Atlanta. Lowery urged young people to vote at the event where a voter registration…
President Trump Signs $2.2 Trillion Stimulus Bill
President Trump has signed an unprecedented $2.2 trillion economic rescue…
Public Schools Prepare for "Alternate Methods" of Education
Alabama K-12 students will finish out the school year, but they will not do so in the classroom. Public schools around the state are preparing to finish the year by alternate…
Mayor Steven Reed Announces Curfew for Montgomery
At a news conference that Alabama News Network aired live on Friday afternoon, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed announced a curfew for the city of Montgomery. The curfew will be from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. seven nights a week. The…
Hyundai Extending Production Suspension Until April 10
Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) will extend its suspension of production of automobiles in Montgomery until April 10. The plant will resume production on April 13. As COVID-19 cases escalate across the U.S. and Alabama, we are taking this action…
Alabama's "Non-Essential Businesses" Closed Until April 17
Gov. Kay Ivey was joined by State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris for a news conference this morning, when it was announced that all businesses that are considered "non-essential" in Alabama would be closed until 5 p.m. on April 17.…
Two Montgomery Business Owners Partner to Give Out Free Meals
Two Montgomery business owners are doing their part to help feed the community during this trying time. MyPlace Uptown owner, William Parks, and The Yu Bar and Grill owner, Yumeitrius Manuel, partnered to give out free plates of food…
Police Search for Person Responsible for Theft at Montgomery Law Firm
The Montgomery Police Department is currently investigating a vandalism and theft that occurred at a downtown law firm. Reports indicate that on Wednesday, March 25, at approximately 10:31pm an unknown suspect vandalized…
Lowe's Looking to Hire 30,000 New Workers
Lowe's has announced that it hopes to hire for 30,000 positions in stores across the U.S. The announcement was made by Lowe's President and CEO Marvin Ellison. Lowe's is offering full-time, part-time, seasonal and overnight jobs for displaced workers who are seeking short-term opportunities. It…
AHSAA Issues Statement on Cancellation of Spring Sports
The Alabama High School Athletic Assocation has released a statement regarding the cancellation of all spring sports. The announcement of the cancellation was made by Alabama State School Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey at a news conference yesterday. AHSAA Executive Director…
Unemployment in Alabama: 2.7%, Before Coronavirus Hit
The Alabama Department of Labor has released unemployment numbers for February, before the coronavirus hit the state and led to many business closures and layoffs. The preliminary, seasonally adjusted February unemployment rate is unchanged at 2.7%, a record low, and…
Winn-Dixie Adding Plexiglass at Checkouts for Coronavirus Safety
The parent company of Winn-Dixie stores says it is adding new safety measures in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Southeastern Grocers, Inc. says it will start installing protective Plexiglas partitions in all…
Updated List of Postponed/Canceled Events at Montgomery Performing Arts Centre
The Montgomery Performing Arts Centre has released a list of postponed or canceled events. MPAC is currently closed, although the box office is open Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Below are new dates for the postponed events. Tickets…
Unemployment Claims Rising in Alabama
The Alabama Department of Labor has released the official count for initial unemployment claims filed during the week of March 15 – March 21. There were 10,982 initial claims filed either online or by telephone during this time period. Click  County…
Update: U.S. House to Vote Friday on Senate-Approved Aid Package
The U.S. House is scheduled to vote Friday on a $2.2 trillion coronavirus economic relief bill that the Senate approved unanimously Wednesday night. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi predicted the bill will pass the House with “strong bipartisan support.” The bill…
Update: 4-Year-Old Girl Found Safe after Extensive Search
The search for 4-year-old Vadie Sides came to a happy ending in Lee County on Friday. Searchers found her after she had gone missing for two days. Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones said searchers found Sides after searching in some…
Two Men in Custody After Chase Ends in Montgomery
Two men are in custody after a chase ended on Madison Avenue in Montgomery. Wetumpka Police say an officer attempted to stop a vehicle around 8:00AM because the tag was…
Gov. Ivey Releases Statement on First Covid-19 Related Death
Governor Kay Ivey released a statement addressing the first confirmed death related to the Coronavirus outbreak: "It is with profound sadness that I confirm that one of our citizens has passed away from the COVID-19 virus. I extend my prayers…
Selma to Montgomery March 55th Anniversary Commemoration
It was 55 years ago on March 25th, 1965 when a group of 40 thousand protesters arrived in Montgomery after completing the Selma to Montgomery March. On Wednesday ,a…
MPS Considering Digital Learning Options During COVID-19 School Closure
School systems across Alabama are operating with uncertainty, as teachers and students are home for an unexpected break amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Alabama students are out of school until April 6th…
Britain's Prince Charles tests positive for new Coronavirus
LONDON (AP) - Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, has tested positive for the new Coronavirus. The prince's Clarence House office says the 71-year-old is showing mild…
Montgomery Man Charged with Arson After Attempting to Burn Down House of Family Member
Montgomery police has arrested Robert Missildine and charged him with attempted Arson 2nd after he admitted to attempting to burn down the home of a relative. Montgomery Fire/Rescue and Montgomery Police Department were dispatched to the 5100 block of Missildine Circle…
ALSDE Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
An Alabama State Department of Education employee has tested positive for COVID-19. Director of Communications Dr. Michael Sibley confirmed to Alabama News Network that they were notified Monday night about the case. While the employee worked on the 5th floor…
