Breast Cancer Survivor Makeover- Angela Hunstad
Angela Hunstad was just 38-years-old when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. "It was hard, but with my faith I knew I was going to be okay. And I had an…
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Alexander City Man Killed in Elmore County Crash
A single-vehicle crash at 5:50 a.m. today, has claimed the life of an Alexander City man. Steven Glenn Towns, 44, was killed when the 1989 Chevrolet Blazer he was driving left the roadway, struck a mailbox and overturned. Towns, who was not using…
Five Arrested in Alexander City "Crack House" Raid
On Friday, September 22, the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force, Alexander City Special Response Group & K-9 Unit and the US Marshal Gulf Coast Fugitive Task Force executed a search warrant at a residence on Willow Drive in Alexander City.…
Two Shot, One Dead in Strathmore Drive Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following a shooting in the 4200 block of Strathmore Drive. On Saturday, September 23, at about 9:50 p.m. MPD patrol and Fire Medics responded to the 4200 block of Strathmore Drive in reference to…
Reward for Information in Tallassee Mill Fire Increases to $25,000
Mount Vernon Pine LLC. has now increased their reward to $21,500.00 through CrimeStoppers for any information that leads to an arrest regarding the fire that destroyed the historic Tallassee mill located at 1 Lower Tuskegee Road in Tallassee, Alabama. CrimeStoppers…
Montgomery Man Wanted for Murder Turns Himself In
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed that Anfernee Sledge turned himself in on Saturday, September 23. Sledge turned himself over to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department after seeing himself on a CrimeStoppers segment. Anfernee Sledge (Aka “Mook”) was wanted…
Three-Year Old Girl Dies After Father Runs Her Over with Lawnmower
Authorities say a 3-year-old girl has died after her father ran over her with a lawnmower in Autauga County. The Montgomery Advertiser reports the child's father was driving the riding lawnmower and backed over the child Sunday afternoon in the…
Voters Speak on Upcoming U.S Senate Election
The election puts former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore against former Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange, o was appointed to the senate seat by former Governor Robert Bentley. President Donald…
Junior League of Montgomery and Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association Host Taste of the River Region
People had a chance to sample food from across the area Sunday part of Taste of the River Region at the Union Station Train Shed. The annual event is hosted by the Junior League of Montgomery and the Alabama Restaurant…
Dr. Quesha Starks Chosen at New Bullock County Superintendent
The board voted in favor of Dr. Quesha Starks as Bullock County Schools Superintendent. "Dr. Starks comes from a different background than what we have here in Bullock County," says Orlando Johnson, Vice President of the Bullock County School Board.…
Montgomery Co. Commision Green Lights Use Of Emergency Funds To Combat Ransomware Attack
Montgomery county government computer systems are still in trouble tonight following a ransomware attack earlier this week. The County Commission held an emergency meeting this morning to green light the next steps in the recovery process. Members of the commission…
Montgomery Co. Sheriff Searching for Pike Road Area Murder Suspect
Montgomery County Sheriff's deputies and CrimeStoppers are searching for a man wanted on murder and other charges in the Pike Road area. Investigators say Anfernee "Mook" Sledge is wanted for several burglaries and the breaking and entering of vehicles. He…
Exclusive: Steve Flowers Analysis of Strange-Moore Debate
Alabama News Network political analyst Steve Flowers has analysis of Thursday's debate between U.S. Sen. Luther Strange and Roy Moore. The candidates will face each other in a Republican primary runoff on Tuesday.…
Body Found in Area of West Clover Lane and South Court Street
A death investigation was launched after the discovery of body Thursday morning. According to police, the unidentified male was discovered in the area of West Clover Lane and South Court Street. He was pronounced dead at the scene. MPD’s death…
Roy Moore and Luther Strange Debate The Issues
Moore and Strange supporters filled the RSA Activity Center in downtown Montgomery Thursday night, as Senator Luther Strange and his opponent, former Chief Justice Roy Moore debated the issues face to face. The face-off…
Palin, Gorka Speak Out at Roy Moore Rally
A few hundred people gathered at the Train Shed in downtown Montgomery. Former Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin rallied the crowd. "Drain that swamp! This is our line in the sand,…
Long-time Federal Prosecutor Sworn-In as New U.S. Attorney for Middle District of Alabama
US District Attorney, Louis Franklin, outside the federal courthouse in Montgomery, Ala. on Monday, June 26, 2006. Jurors began deliberating for an eighth day in the government corruption trial of former Governor Don Siegelman, former Healthsouth…
More Progress in Recovery from Ransomware Attack on Montgomery County Computers
Montgomery County officials say they continue making progress in recovering from a ransomware attack on several county government computer systems this week. As of Thursday morning, county leaders gave this update: -The Sheriff's Office is operating except for pistol permits…
Sidney Lanier High Newspaper Wins Award
For a second consecutive year, Sidney Lanier High School’s The Blue & White newspaper captured The Hallmark Award for best student publication, along with a string of other first-place honors, at Troy University’s J-Day media workshop and competition. Other awards…
Popular Dangerous Apps for Teens
A warning to parents of teenagers: popular apps on your child's phone could get them into trouble. Blount County District Attorney Pamela Casey wants to warn parents about two popular apps. One…
Montgomery County Offices Recovering From 'Ransomware' Attack On Government Computers
Montgomery County officials are still trying to get to the bottom of a computer ransomware attack on government computers. Officials say they aren't giving in to the ransom demand from the…
UPDATE: Female Shot on Gibson Street Tuesday Night Dies from Injuries
The Montgomery Police Department has initiated a homicide investigation following the death of Tashyrah Reid, 19, of Montgomery who was pronounced dead after sustaining a fatal gunshot wound Tuesday evening. At about 9 p.m., Tuesday, September 19, MPD and Fire…
New Dog Park Opens in Downtown Montgomery
A new development in downtown Montgomery will attract new visitors to the city’s entertainment and convention district: dogs. City officials today joined River Region Rotarians and representatives from Pet and…
Man Charged with Capital Murder After Shooting Victim Dies from Injuries
The Montgomery Police Department has charged a suspect in the death of 33-year old Anthony Jeter. Jeter was pronounced dead over the weekend at Baptist Medical Center South. Subsequent forensic evaluation determined this week that Jeter’s death was the result…
Alex City Police Investigate Shooting Death of Sylacauga Man
At approximately 08:57pm Tuesday night, Alexander City Police Department was notified about a possible single-vehicle accident on the westbound shoulder of Hwy 280. This is the McDaniel Storage Buildings area. While responding to the scene, dispatch notified officers that the driver…
