Michelle Obama Delivers Tuskegee Commencement Address
The First Lady is back in Alabama, this time to deliver the commencement address at Tuskegee University.
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Semi-Truck Driver Killed in Fiery Wreck
Montgomery police say the driver of a semi-truck was killed in a fiery wreck at the I-65/I-85 interchange Friday night.
FEMA Helps Prep Alabama Students For Emergencies
Emergencies can happen anywhere. Enterprise High School is no stranger to severe weather.
Uniontown Mourns the Death of Former Mayor
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Uniontown are mourning the loss of former city councilman and long-time mayor -- Andrew Hayden.
Macon Co. Man Wants to Win "Extreme Mustang Makeover" Again
A Macon County man has about 100 days to complete an extreme makeover--on a mustang.
Selma Schools Receive Books from Our "Magic of Storytelling" Book Drive
Thanks to our Alabama News Network viewers and several other groups, we were able to present about 1,800 books to Selma City Schools.
Fallen Police Officers Remembered in Montgomery
To protect and serve, that's the oath law enforcement officers take when they put on a badge.
Montgomery Homes in Disrepair
What can be done to repair homes along a stretch of road in Montgomery?
Almost 900 Troy University Students Receive Diplomas
It's a new chapter for nearly 900 Troy University graduates.
Montgomery's 911 Call Center Experiences Slow Response Times
One mother is hoping her terrifying story about Montgomery's 911 call center can help save lives.
Virtual Book Drive Celebrates Historic City of Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Hundreds of books that you -- our viewers -- helped us raise through our Magic of Storytelling Virtual Book Drive -- are presented to officials Selma City Schools.
Prison Reform Bill Heading To Governor's Desk
The prison reform bill made it through the senate after just a few hours of debate a few weeks ago. But the bill is taking significantly longer in the house. Democratic Representative John Rogers even asked that the 126 page bill to be read in its entirety.
Ceremonies Held for National Day of Prayer
People all over the country are gathering to pray for the world and its leaders for the National Day of Prayer.
Troy Non-Profit, State Agency Helping Hillside Residents
In the month since more than 100 Troy residents learned they'd be displaced because of the major road project and the addition of a Publix grocery store, local community groups are doing what they can to help.
Political Analysis from Steve Flowers
Alabama News Network Political Analyst Steve Flowers talks about the possibility that the gambling bill will get through the Legislature.
Do Americans want an "Evangelical Christian" President?
The Presidential election is about a year half away. A Wall Street Journal poll says less than 7 percent of Americans say they want a so-called "evangelical Christian" as president.
Orrville Man Convicted of Murder in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Dallas Co. jury convicts an Orrville man of murder.
Selma Summer Program Draws Hundreds
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is once again helping provide summer jobs for area youth this summer.
House GOP Budget Plan Moves Forward
Besides getting 250 million dollars from the Poarch Creek Indians, House Republicans plan to raise about 200 million in taxes and right-sizing government. About 6 of the measures made it through the committee, including the cigarette tax and a car rental tax.
New All Boys Academy Set to Open This Fall in Montgomery
Plans are in the works to bring an all boys school to Montgomery.
Pike County To Celebrate Small Business Development
Pike County will be promoting business development all next week.
Troy Community Pitches in To Help Send Archery Students To Nationals
Troy Elementary archers are getting ready to head to the national championship in style.
Thousands Speak Out on Facebook about Mother's Lesson to Son
The Alabama News Network Facebook page is filled with reaction to how a mother used police to teach her 10-year-old son a lesson he'll probably never forget.
Gambling Legislation Leads Some to Worry about Gambling Addiction
Some people are fearful that Alabama could be home to more gambling addicts if legislation leads to an expansion of gambling in the state.
Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley Weighs in on Baltimore Riots
Riots in the streets of Baltimore sent the city into chaos over the past few weeks over an arrest that was thought to be unjust by some.
