94th Annual Turkey Day Classic Parade
Alabama State University ended their week of festivities before the big game against Edward Waters College, but not without a bang. Hundreds lined Dexter Avenue to experience the sights and…
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Friendship Mission Preps for Thanksgiving Meal
The kitchen at Friendship Mission is busy this day before Thanksgiving. They are busy slicing potatoes, cooking up a broth, and prepping for the big meal. "We're gonna get some…
94th Annual Turkey Day Classic Preps
A nearly century old tradition at Alabama State University will continue this Thanksgiving. The hornets will be taking on the tigers from Edward Waters in the 94th annual Turkey Day Classic ;…
Montgomery Fire Department Investigating First Fire Fatality of 2017
Montgomery Fire/Rescue is conducting an investigation after responding to a fire in the 2300 block of Lower Wetumpka Road. The fire resulted in the first fire-related fatality of 2017. Units were…
Alabama Reschedules Execution Previously Blocked By Court
The Alabama Supreme Court has set another execution date for an inmate whose execution was previously blocked because of his declining health. Justices on Wednesday said Vernon Madison will be put to death on Jan. 25. Madison was convicted in…
$10,000 Reward Offered in Homicide
A $10,000 reward is being offered for information that will lead to the person responsible for the death of a 27-year-old Clanton woman. Al.com reports the Shelby County Sheriff's Office says its investigators have chase down every lead since Melissa…
Three Weeks Away from Senate Race, Steve Flowers Weighs In
"The battle is here and we're gonna fight to the death!" Moore Chief Political Strategist, Dean Young, told reporters on the Capitol steps Tuesday. It's a strategy they are…
Roy Moore Campaign Lashes Out, Refuses to Answer Questions from the Media
Republican Roy Moore's campaign is lashing out again at the news media and accusations of sexual misconduct, but refusing to answer reporters' questions. In a Tuesday news conference, campaign strategist Dean Young and two other longtime associates of the Alabama…
Autistic Man Reported Missing in Prattville
UPDATE: Prattville police tell Alabama News Network that Shelton has been found safe in Montgomery and is being taken back to Prattville. Original story: Noah Richard Shelton has been reported missing from Lawrence Street in Prattville. Shelton is autistic and…
Brewbaker Primary & Intermediate School Burglary Suspect Arrested
The Montgomery Public School System reported five burglaries of Brewbaker Primary and Brewbaker Intermediate between the dates of October 31 and November 5. The burglaries were committed by the same suspect. The suspect made off with over $15,000 of school…
Elmore County Sheriff: Escaped Inmate Seen in Titus Community
Elmore Co. Sheriff Bill Franklin has confirmed to Alabama News Network that the inmate accused of escaping from the Coosa County Jail has been seen in the Titus community of Elmore County. Franklin says 27-year-old Shane Anthony Vernon stole a…
Fourth Annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive Is Underway
Alabama News Network has launched its fourth annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive to benefit The Salvation Army in Montgomery. From now through Dec. 15, you can help us make a child's Christmas brighter here in our area. Last year's event…
Georgia Dome Implosion Leaves Behind Dust and Memories
One of the nation's largest domed stadiums has been reduced to rubble in downtown Atlanta. The Georgia Dome was imploded with nearly 5,000 pounds of explosives this morning. Alabama and Auburn football fans will remember many historic games inside the…
CrimeStoppers: Help Needed to Solve Deaths of Rapper, Cousin
The Macon County Sheriff needs your help after the bodies of two missing men were found. The bodies of Edward Reeves and Kendrick Stokes were found Friday night. Sheriff Andre Brunson…
Shoppes at EastChase Providing Incentives to Shop Locally on Black Friday
The Shoppes at EastChase will provide an incentive for shoppers to shop locally on Black Friday with the $3,000 Gift Card Giveaway, which will run throughout the day during specified times from 9 AM – 4 PM near H&M. With registration starting at 9 AM,…
Equality Alabama Holds Happy Hour Rally for U.S. Senate Candidate Doug Jones
Hundreds packed Kru Bar in Montgomery to support U.S. Senate candidate Doug Jones. "Doug Jones is the candidate that can bring people to the middle and the candidate that can find common ground to actually get things done in Washington,…
Macon County Authorities Identify Bodies Found as Missing Rapper and Cousin
Macon County authorities have found the bodies of two men who have been reported missing. Authorities confirm the identities of the bodies found as Atlanta-based rapper Edward Reeves and his cousin Kendrick Stokes. "No type of witnesses and what I…
Alabama's Infant Mortality Rate On the Rise, Highest Since 2008
Infant deaths are on the rise in Alabama, that's according to 2016 data from the Alabama Department of Public Health. Health officials say alabama's infant mortality rate is the highest it's been…
MPD Launches Homicide Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the Thursday evening shooting death of Justin Adams, 21, who was killed when a verbal dispute led to violence. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 1200 block of Forest…
Draper Prison to Close in the Near Future
The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) says that Draper Prison will be closed in the near future. ADOC assures that all Draper employees will be reassigned, and none will lose his or her job. They also assured that all employees…
Alabama Republicans Bracing for Conflict with Republicans in Washington
With President Donald Trump standing on the sidelines, Republican Senate candidate Roy Moore and his allies in Alabama are bracing for an extended conflict - not with Democrats, but with their own…
MPS School Board Brainstorms ways to Cut Costs
The Montgomery County Board of Education met Wednesday night to brainstorm ways to cut the budget. The board needs to cut about 5 million dollars from the current budget. They came up with ideas such as consolidating schools, MPS office…
Ron Sams Named Montgomery's Director Of Public Safety
A little more than a week after Montgomery Public Safety Director Chris Murphy announced his retirement, his successor has been named. City officials welcomed a new addition to the staff…
Alabama GOP Gets Increasing Heat About Moore
Washington Republicans are tightening pressure on Alabama's GOP to keep a defiant Roy Moore from being elected to the Senate next month. Many are voicing hope that President Donald Trump could use his clout to resolve a problem that Republicans…
Local Girl Raising Awareness of Diabetes with 'Heart of Gold' Foundation
More than 30 million Americans have diabetes. A local 12-year-old is doing her part to combat the illness. Tuesday night, a group gathered on the Capitol steps in Montgomery for a candlelight…
