Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin has confirmed to Alabama News Network that his deputies are investigating a murder-suicide. Franklin says it happened around 7:00 this morning in the 7000 block of Upper River Road, just outside of Tallassee. He says…
State and local officials across the country are making an effort to show their support to their local law enforcement. One of those State Officials is Alabama Governor Robert Bentley. The Governor, joined by…
There's lots of backlash over Melania Trump possibly plagiarizing First Lady Michelle Obama's speech after she addressed the Republican National Convention Monday night. There were several lines in the speech that seemed to…
The city of Montgomery and the Solid Waste Disposal Authority of the city of Montgomery, which is a coalition created by the city to operate the Materials Recycling Facility (MRF), have announced that an agreement has been signed to acquire…
Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday will join Secretary of Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Stan Stabler to visit the Montgomery Police Department and thank the law enforcement officers for their service and dedication. This week Governor Bentley is honoring the men…
Montgomery- Overhead sign structures and Dynamic Message Signs, similar to the ones on Interstate 65 outside of Montgomery, will be installed this evening on I-85 southbound and northbound lanes near Jackson Hospital. In preparation for installation single lane closures will…
As the nation heals from recent shootings, local pastors in our area are coming together to try and bridge the divide when it comes to race and law enforcement. Pastor…
Thirteen thousand people in the city of Montgomery have gotten one: a mailed speeding ticket from an empty police car, but you wont be getting them any more. After our investigative…
Republicans from across the country are in Cleveland tonight for the start of the Republican National Convention - which has already see chaos on day one. But today's overall topic is…
The Alabama Capitol will be illuminated in blue this week to honor law enforcement officers across the country. Gov. Robert Bentley made the announcement Monday. Gunmen in separate instances killed three law enforcement officers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. And five…
Montgomery County deals with countless missing persons cases every year. It's an issue that hit home for one mother who lost her child a few years ago. With the help of…
Montgomery Police confirmed the death of former Montgomery Police Chief John Wilson. They learned through his family that he passed away while away from his home. There are no more details at this time. A memorial service for the late…
The gunman who allegedly shot and killed three Baton Rouge police officers and wounded three others has a connection to Alabama. According to the University of Alabama, 29-year-old Gavin Long attended the school for one semester in spring of 2012. He…
Several people from First United Methodist Church and Saint Paul African American Episcopal Churches in Montgomery came together for a service of unity and prayer Sunday. The churches have united for worship for several years. But they wanted to address…
It's been over 100 years since an Alabama official faced possible impeachment, and now the effort to look into Governor Robert Bentley has finally started. After setting up rules, the biggest…
High-profile lawyers have been named to both sides in the impeachment investigation against Gov. Robert Bentley, and Alabama's taxpayers will foot the bill. Bentley's office announced Friday that it is hiring Ross Garber, who represented the governors of South Carolina…
In a different year, Republican Alabama Governor Robert Bentley would have packed his bags and be on his way to Cleveland for next week's Republican National Convention. Bentley endorsed John Kasich as "the only grownup in the room" early in…
After weeks of training, these 10 men and 4 women are now members of the Montgomery Police force. July has been a difficult month for the law enforcement community after the…
Gov. Robert Bentley has testified before a grand jury, according to a person briefed on his appearance. The revelation comes a day before legislators were to meet to push forward with efforts to impeach him over his relationship with a…
Last week, the Montgomery Zoo introduced us to its newest attraction, a pygmy hippopotamus calf. Now he needs a name, and that's where you come in. The montgomery zoo is now accepting suggestions on what to name him. All submissions…
An Alabama congressman says the Obama administration is dropping a plan to possibly house migrant children in Baldwin County and Montgomery. Rep. Bradley Bryne issued a statement Thursday saying he's learned the Department of Health and Human Services won't pursue…
A federal appeals court will hear oral arguments in September in an appeal that could affect the voting rights of thousands of voters in Kansas, Georgia and Alabama in upcoming elections. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of…
Triumph is now operating in the Capital City. With the help of business owners and the city, the organization raised $50,000 to hit the ground running. Triumph partners with the community to provide job opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. Triumph also…
CBS News reported late this morning that Donald Trump has selected Indiana Gov. Mike Pence to be his running mate. The official announcement hasn't yet been made. According to CBS News' Major Garrett, the addition of Pence to the ticket…
Alabama State University president Dr. Gwendolyn Boyd is making headlines. Boyd is listed as one of America's most interesting college presidents. The recognition comes from the site BestSchools. org. The college and university presidents on the list are all colorful…
