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Update: New Details on Body Found in Alabama River

Alabama News Network has new information on a man's body that was found in the Alabama River on Wednesday. The body was found near Powder Magazine Park and Cooter's Pond between Montgomery and Prattville. Montgomery Police tell us today that…

Public Memorial Service Scheduled for Bart Starr

Details have just been announced for a public memorial service to remember the life of Hall of Fame quarterback Bart Starr. A public memorial service called "Celebrating the Legacy of Bart Starr," will take place Sunday, June 9, from 3-5…

MPD Searching for Possible Suspect in Recent Murder

Montgomery Police are asking for the public's help in locating a man they want to speak with about a murder. They released photos of a man who they believe was the last person seen with the victim, Marcus Martin. Martin's…

Alabama Supreme Court to Hear Arguments in Hubbard Appeal

The Alabama Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Tuesday morning in former House Speaker Mike Hubbard's appeal of his conviction on ethics charges. The prominent Republican was convicted in 2016 of improperly receiving consulting contracts and business investments from company…

Drivers React to Roadway Safety Bills

Two bills that enforce measures for safer roadways are currently waiting on Governor Kay Ivey's signature. One bill is known as the Anti-Road Rage Bill. It's designed to prohibit drivers from staying in the left most lane on the interstate…

Auburn Man Killed in I-85 Crash in Montgomery County

Alabama State Troopers say a three-vehicle crash has claimed the life of an Auburn man. State troopers say Akiethain Jamal Dennison, 29, was killed when his car collided with another car on Interstate 85 near the Pike Road exit (Exit…

3-Vehicle Crash on I-85 Claims the Life of an Auburn Man

A three-vehicle crash has claimed the life of an Auburn man. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Akiethain Jamal Dennison, 29, was killed when the 2005 Mercury Marquis he was driving collided with a 2000 Ford Crown Victoria. The crash…

Alabama Utility Reaches Deal for $125M Solar Project

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A Montgomery, Alabama-based electric authority has completed a deal to develop what it says will be one of the largest solar power arrays in the state. The Alabama Municipal Electric Authority announced the agreement with Lightsource…

Lawmakers Approve Medical Marijuana Study Commission

Alabama lawmakers have voted to create a medical marijuana commission to draft legislation that they might consider next year. Lawmakers approved the study commission Friday after an original medical marijuana bill hit opposition. The study commission bill now goes to…

Lawmakers Approve Education Budget with 4% Pay Raise

Alabama lawmakers have given final approval to an education trust fund budget that includes a 4% pay increase for K-12 teachers and other public school employees. Lawmakers gave final approval to the spending plan for the fiscal year that begins…

State Rep. Jimmy Martin Dies

State Rep. Jimmy Martin (R-Clanton) died this morning, Alabama News Network has confirmed. Martin represented District 42, which includes parts of Chilton and Autauga counties. He was elected in 2014, but had served previously in the Legislature from 1998 to…

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