What's Next After Hubbard Guilty Verdict?
Mike Hubbard is maintaining his innocence and says he will be appealing. This--after the former Speaker was convicted by a jury of 12 out of 23 felony ethics charges against…
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What Should You Do During An Active Shooter Situation?
Local law enforcement want to make sure you're prepared for an active shooter. It's called the run, hide, fight method. Deputies say people across the state are unfamiliar with the tactic, but they…
Roger Searching For Perfect Marrow Match
Cancer is a disease that can affect anyone at any stage in life. No one ever knows when it's coming, and no one can ever prepare for it. Like Roger Thomas,…
Volunteers Spruce Up North Montgomery Community Center
Saturday several groups of volunteers helped fix up the Highland Gardens Community Center in North Montgomery. Volunteers from the Convergent company helped paint and fix the community center. They want to help reduce crime in several north Montgomery neighborhoods and make…
With Hubbard's Conviction, Rep. Victor Gaston Named Acting House Speaker
This is a statement issued Friday night from the Alabama House of Representatives: In accordance with House Rule 60 and the applicable laws of Alabama, Speaker Pro Tem Victor Gaston (R-Mobile) will serve as Acting Speaker of the House as…
U.S. Transportation Secretary will Visit Montgomery for Montgomery Bus Boycott Symposium
On Tuesday, June 14, U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx will travel to Montgomery, Alabama to take part in a symposium reflecting on the legacy of the Montgomery Bus Boycott that took place sixty years ago. Jointly sponsored by the U.S.…
Lane Closures at Troy Highway and East South Boulevard Intersection
The Alabama Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists of lanes closures at the intersection of U.S. Highway 231 (Troy Highway) and East South Boulevard on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The southbound outside lane of U.S…
Single-Car Crash Claims Life of Notasulga Man
A single-vehicle crash at 6:34 a.m. today, June 10, claimed the life of a Notasulga man. Joshua Paul Ledbetter, 28, was killed when the 2006 Nissan 350Z he was driving left the road, struck a guardrail and overturned. Ledbetter, who…
Local Boy on a Mission to get a Service Dog
Haygon Meadows is a vibrant kid living in Montgomery with his family. But he'll be the first to tell you he's not like other 9 year-olds. "I'm not really the normal, typical 9…
New Hotel Coming to Downtown Montgomery
A new hotel is coming to downtown Montgomery. City officials announced a Staybridge Suites will be built at the corner of Bibb and Lee Streets. The Staybridge Suites project is…
Two People Die in Single-Car Crash
A single-vehicle crash today, June 9, claimed two lives. Dillon Scott Self, 24, of Wetumpka was killed when the 2009 Ford Mustang he was driving left the road and struck a tree. A passenger was also killed: Benjamin Temple, 25,…
MPD Investigate Suspicious Package at Home Depot
MPD responded to the 2300 block of Eastern Boulevard on a call of a possible suspicious package. Units are still on the scene. No further information is available at this time. Check back with Alabama News Network for updates.
Chantilly Parkway is Set to See Some Changes
Major traffic changes will soon be coming to Chantilly Parkway in East Montgomery. Continued growth in that area has led to more traffic in recent years. The Alabama Department of Transportation says weather permitting, crews will be placing signs on…
Closing Arguments Underway in Ethics Trial of House Speaker Mike Hubbard
Closing arguments are underway in the ethics trial of Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard. He faces 23 felony ethics counts. A prosecutor has told jurors that Hubbard put a "for…
Escaped Inmate Apprehended in Montgomery
Authorities say an inmate who escaped from an Elmore County detention center wearing his Burger King uniform has been captured. The Alabama Department of Corrections said in a news release that 23-year-old Jordan Devon Myhand of Dothan was found and…
Victims Identified in Crash that Killed Four People
Authorities are investigating a wreck in Chilton County that left four people dead, including a Montgomery woman. It happened Wednesday on US Highway 82, just south of Maplesville. Â 21-year-old Destini Davis of Montgomery was killed. Â Three passengers, 22-year-old Tarlanda Davenport…
Wetumpka Man's Viral Video of Police Leads to his Arrest
It's video that's brought over 23 thousand views. Wetumpka Police officers questioned why Keith Golden was filming them outside the police department. According to Golden, he was just seeing what…
Third Suspect in Prattville Murder Case Arrested in Colorado
On June 8, at approximately 2:30pm (CST), the United States Marshals Service arrested Santwone Cornelius Jones at Mountain View Inn/Hotel in Lakewood, CO. Jones was wanted for the May 22, robbery and murder of John Michael Taylor that occurred in Prattville, AL.…
Large Wildfire at Autauga-Chilton Co. Line
Several wildland firefighters with the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) are currently battling a large wildfire along I-65 near the Autauga-Chilton county line, between mile markers 197 and 198. The wildfire is creating a considerable amount of smoke on the road…
Wetumpka PD Becomes Subject of 'Bama Camera' Viral Video
The Wetumpka Police Department has been the subject of a viral video produced by Bama Camera operator Lynwood Keith Golden. On June 2, Mr. Golden came to the Wetumpka Police Department and began filming the building with multiple cameras. Mr. Golden had…
Practical Exercise Looks to Help First Responders
Its something people hope will never happen, but in parts of the country it does. Active shooters claiming lives of innocent victims all across the country, With the threat of active shooters, that…
City Updates Law to Reflect State's Beer-to-Go Law
The City of Montgomery is now on board with the state's latest beer-to-go law. The law went into effect last week. Now breweries can sell craft beer directly to the consumer…
Conference Looks to Help School Administrators
Improving education, and learning for children is a constant thought for educators and school administrators. That's why educators from across the state are coming together. School may be out for the summer,…
Montgomery House Fire
A House fire started just before 4:00 AM today in Montgomery in the 900 block of Ridgemont Avenue, and fire officials are looking for a cause. Officials say the house was vacant when the fire started and there are reasons…
Hubbard Impact On Ethics Laws
Testy moments in the courtroom of Mike Hubbard's ethics trial. Former Governor Bob Riley took the stand for his second day of testimony. One out of 23 counts facing Speaker of…
