Labor Day on the Alabama River
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma city marina has been alive with activity today as people in the Selma and Dallas County flocked to the Alabama River to enjoy some…
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Alabama to Play Miami in 2021 Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game
For the first time in 28 years, Alabama and Miami will face off on the gridiron in the 2021 Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game at the new Mercedes-Benz Stadium. An exact date, kick time and television network will be finalized at a…
Sen. Strange Sides with President Trump on Senate Filibuster Rule
Alabama Sen. Luther Strange has reversed course and sided with President Donald Trump in supporting an end to the Senate filibuster rule. The Republican sent a letter Tuesday to Majority Leader Mitch McConnell saying he had reversed position. Strange wrote…
State Auditor Asks President to Endorse Roy Moore in Senate Runoff
State Auditor Jim Zeigler has sent a request to President Donald Trump asking him to switch his endorsement in Alabama's U.S. Senate runoff by endorsing Judge Roy Moore. Trump had endorsed appointed Senator Luther Strange in the Aug. 15…
Oprah, Beyonce to Headline Hurricane Harvey Relief Telethon
Beyonce, Blake Shelton, Barbra Streisand and Oprah Winfrey will headline a one-hour benefit telethon to benefit Hurricane Harvey victims that will be simulcast next week on ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CMT. The event will be telecast live at 8…
Alabama State University to Announce New President on September 8
The search for a new Alabama State University president likely will come to an end on Friday, Sept. 8. The Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet at 3 p.m. that day to announce its selection. The four finalists…
Local Efforts to Help with Hurricane Harvey Relief
As water recedes and the cleanup begins in Houston, Frazer Church Pike Road is sending help to a partner church that is on the front lines of the clean up. "We…
Labor Day At Lake Martin
It was another beautiful Labor Day on Lake Martin, that means plenty of people out on the water soaking up the last few rays of summer. Monday's Blue skies and…
Escaped State Inmate Recaptured in Decatur
Authorities say an Alabama inmate assigned to a work release program faces new charges after he walked away from a job site. Reports say 28-year-old Brian O'Neal Williams was recaptured without incident Sunday afternoon at a hotel in Decatur. The…
Montevallo Killed in Single Vehicle Crash
A single-vehicle crash has claimed the life of a Montevallo man. Mario Contreras, 31, was killed when the 2000 Ford Expedition he was driving went into the median before striking a guardrail and overturning. Contreras was pronounced dead at the…
AG Sessions Facing New Civil Rights Test
Attorney General Jeff Sessions is facing a tough new test of his commitment to protecting civil rights as he oversees the Justice Department's investigation of the Charlottesville violence. The former Alabama senator has denounced racism and bigotry, and he's called…
Consumer Alert: Winn-Dixie Produce Recall
On Your Side Consumer Alert -- Southeastern Grocers, the parent company of Winn-Dixie stores, is issuing a voluntary recall of multiple Country Fresh produce products. These products were sold in 6-, 10-, 12- and 23-ounce packages. The recall is due…
College Football Fans React to Season-Openers
From Alabama to Auburn to Tuskegee and Alabama State - Those were just a few teams fans were rooting for Saturday. Rivalry was renewed between Tuskegee and Alabama State. "This year it's been…
Alabama State University's Jazz Festival Kicks Off
Alabama State University's Nat King Cole Society Jazz festival kicked off Sunday afternoon. Several artists were set to be featured in the festival, including flutist Kim Scott and Lindsey Webster. The festival is an annual event that showcases Alabama State…
Alabama-South Korean Trade Endangered
WASHINGTON (AP) - An American business lobbying group says President Donald Trump is considering triggering a withdrawal from a free trade agreement with South Korea. That's raising concerns about a move that could cause a fresh economic rift between allies…
Alabama and Auburn Fans Watch Season Openers
It was a packed house at Baumhowers in Montgomery, with fans watching closely as their teams took the field. Alabama fans are predicting another good season. "I've been waiting for this since January.…
Gov. Kay Ivey Issues Emergency Declaration
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a state of emergency to prevent price gouging in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. Ivey on Friday amended a previously issued emergency declaration to put people and companies "on notice" that price gouging is illegal.…
Troy Fans Kick Off Football Season
The Troy Trojans kicked off the football season against Boise State, Saturday afternoon. The game is an away game at Boise State in Idaho. But Troy fans gathered for a watch party at Santa Fe restaurant in Troy, to watch…
Selma City Councilman Hosts Outdoor Praise Party
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's going to be a party on the streets of downtown Selma Friday night. And it has nothing to do with the big game between Selma High and…
Reactions to Rising Gas Prices
Willie Tillis will be one of the thousands travelers on the road for Labor Day weekend and a trip to the gas station is not something he's thrilled about right now. "Last week…
Sneak Peek Inside Atlanta's New Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Alabama News Network is in Atlanta for Saturday's game between #1 Alabama and #3 Florida State. While we await kickoff, we got a sneak peek inside the new Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The stadium is…
Troy Christian Love Center Accepting Donations for Harvey Storm Victims
People in Troy are continually giving to help Harvey storm victims. The city's Christian Love Center has started taking donations. Everything from non-perishable food items, water, and toiletries are accepted. Youth Coordinator, Lawanda Bell says it's something they always put…
Auburn Gameday Changes- What To Expect At Season Opener
Auburn University will kickoff a brand new football season with some brand new game day changes. Kassie Arner with Auburn athletics highlights some of the biggest changes fans can expect to see this…
Supreme Court Issues Stay for MPD Officer Murder Trial
The Supreme Court has issued a stay in the case of a Montgomery police officer charged with the shooting death of a west-side Montgomery resident. Officer Aaron Smith was due to go on trial for his role in the death…
Former Air Force Colonel Named New Alabama EMA Director
Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday she has named Brian Hastings as Director of the Alabama Emergency Management Agency. Director Hastings recently retired, with the rank of Colonel, from the United States Air Force. “The recent events in Texas remind us of…
