United Food and Fuel Shopping Spree for Magical Christmas Toy Drive
Alabama News Network's Olivia Deas and Caitlyn Cline teamed up with Ben McNeill of United Food and Fuel on Tuesday. They shopped until they dropped and brought back bags of…
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Truck Crashes into Elmore Co. Pawn Shop
Surveillance video of a crash was sent to us by an employee of the "Our Town Gun and Pawn Shop" in Elmore County. Employees say a log truck was making a…
Local EMA Prepared for Severe Storms
The first major rain in months is forecast for the next few days. And Montgomery County Emergency Management officials are making sure they are ready should anything severe happen. EMA Director Christina…
Montgomery Police Searching for Missing Man
Montgomery police are searching for a missing man. Police say 67-year-old Brent Talley was last seen last Tuesday in the 300 block of Kingswood Drive. Police say he has dementia. Â He was last seen in a long sleeved brown plaid…
Rep. Martha Roby Talks Trump After Election
Trump's words to Billy Bush in a 2005 interview words set off a firestorm across the nation as Republicans worked to distance themselves from their party nominee. That included Congresswoman Martha Roby…
Former Montgomery Healthcare Worker Sentenced for I.D. Fraud
A Montgomery woman was sentenced today to 26 months in prison for her involvement in a stolen identity refund fraud scheme, announced U.S. Attorney George L. Beck Jr. of the Middle District of Alabama, and Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General…
MPD Being Trained in Community Police Techniques
Montgomery police are being trained to recognize how they are influenced by biases they might bring to the job. The Montgomery Advertiser reports the training is led by former Tuskegee Mayor…
Rain Finally Back In The Forecast!
Monday will be the first day of a much more active weather pattern for the River Region. A cold front to the west will move towards the area. Out ahead of the front, we will finally have the Gulf return…
Montgomery Group Hosts Funky Thanksgiving Fundraiser
One local group had a little fun over the holiday last night...all for a good cause. The group Live + Listen held its annual Funksgiving benefit concert last night at the Union Station Train Shed in downtown Montgomery. The event…
Montgomery Businesses Participate in Small Business Saturday
People across the country were encouraged to shop small for Small Business Saturday. Several shops in Montgomery participated in the annual day that highlights small businesses. Many took to social media with the hashtag #shopsmall or #smallbuisnesssaturday promoting the event.…
13-Year-Old Dies After I-85 Crash Near Shorter
 A teen has died after a two-car wreck on Interstate 85. Troopers say a 13 year old boy from Louisiana died when the truck he was riding in left the road and hit a guardrail. That crash happened I-85 north,…
Local Businesses Hope For Big Boost On Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 26th is Small Business Saturday. The Alabama Retail Association campaign SHOP ALABAMA and small business owners encourage shoppers to spend their dollars locally for the holidays to boost the local economy. Al Cantrell, owner of  Al's Antiques on Mulberry…
Former Gov. Don Siegelman Still Hoping for Presidential Pardon
Former Alabama Gov. Don Siegelman could be released from prison as early as February, but is still hoping for a pardon from outgoing President Barack Obama. In a Thanksgiving message to supporters, Siegelman thanked people who supported him during his…
Hundreds Line Up for Turkey Day Classic Parade
Alabama State University ended their week of festivities before Thursday big game against Miles College, with their Turkey Day Classic Parade. Hundreds of people lined Dexter Avenue for this year's parade.…
Trooper Sues Bentley, Details Alleged Affair With Adviser
Gov. Robert Bentley's former security chief has filed a lawsuit against the governor saying his career and reputation were damaged as Bentley tried to maintain and hide an affair with a former political adviser. Ray Lewis, the former state trooper…
Former Security Chief Files Lawsuit Against Gov. Robert Bentley
Gov. Robert Bentley's former security chief has filed a lawsuit against the governor saying his career and reputation were damaged as Bentley tried to maintain and hide an affair with a former political adviser. Ray Lewis, the former state trooper…
Steve Harvey Hosts Radio Show from ASU Campus
There were plenty of laughs to be had as Steve Harvey cracked jokes for the audience. While he wants to bring fun to Alabama State's Turkey Day Classic, he also says he's in it for another reason. "One of my…
AAA Projects Busiest Thanksgiving Travel Season in 9 years
Whether you're planning to fly the friendly skies or take to the roads this Thanksgiving... You are not alone. AAA estimates more than 48 million people will be traveling. And thanks…
Charges Upgraded from Assault to Murder in Howard Street Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has charged a suspect in the homicide of 47-year- old Clifford Cummings, who died from wounds he received in an Oct. 20 shooting. Cummings was pronounced dead at Baptist Medical Center South, where he had been…
Montgomery Mayor Reacts to Death of Former Councilman
Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange has released a statement on the death of former Montgomery city council member Jim Spear. Mayor Strange says, "The City of Montgomery has lost a dedicated public servant. Jim Spear provided stellar service to the families…
MPD Offers Safety Tips for This Holiday Season
Caution, common sense and vigilance. These are the Montgomery Police Department’s watchwords to help protect property and ensure personal safety during the busy holiday season. MPD will be working throughout the holidays to safeguard the public and offers these safety…
Drowning on Lake Jordan Under Investigation
The Alabama Marine Patrol is investigating a drowning on Lake Jordan near Blackberry Cove. Elmore county sheriff Bill Franklin identified the victim as Richard Harris, 58, of Deatsville. Franklin says Harris may have been fishing at the time of the incident.…
Magical Christmas Toy Drive Kicks Off
It's a project that takes a lot of helping hands. The Magical Christmas Toy Drive brings hundreds of smiles to children across the River Region, who otherwise may not have…
Montgomery Church Celebrates Adoption Awareness Month
November is Adoption Awareness Month, and a local church wanted to take the time to thank the families who have opened their hearts to children. Saint James Methodist Church took time before…
Greg Gunn's Family Speaks Out After Officer Indicted For Murder
We learned Friday that a Montgomery police officer has been indicted for murder. Officer Aaron Smith shot and killed a black man on February 25th, and the family is speaking out today. It's been almost one year since Greg Gunn…
