PHOTOS: Dozens Feared Dead as Tornadoes, Storms Strike Several States
Tornadoes and severe weather caused catastrophic damage across multiple states late Friday.
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Tornadoes and severe weather caused catastrophic damage across multiple states late Friday.
A Jefferson County judge who handles domestic relations cases has been removed from office after being accused of inappropriate behavior.
The sheriff of Blount County says the man who dumped hundreds of FedEx packages in a roadside ditch told investigators he was dealing with a death in the family and did not want to deliver the items.
Many events were put on hold last year due to the Pandemic. This year, the City of Montgomery was able to hold its Christmas Parade after cancelling it in 2020. Montgomery residents were able to come out and enjoy…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Dallas County jury has found a Selma man guilty of two counts of capital murder. 32 year old Courtney Williams was convicted of killing Jamarius Fails. Fails was shot in GWC Homes back in…
Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham took time to talk with Alabama News Rising Anchor David Lamb about recent gun incidents at schools.
Alabama News Network's 8th annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive has wrapped up. Thanks to you, we have a record year for donations.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma charity is hosting a drive-thru Christmas toy giveaway Saturday in Selma. Edmundite Missions is giving out presents for children up to 18 years old -- and lunch for everyone. The event will be…
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new COVID-19 school dashboard. It shows a small increase in cases after weeks of declines.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Marion men are behind bars tonight -- following a series of break-ins Monday night in Marion. Police Chief Tony Bufford says 23 year old Kelvin Carlisle -- and…
A jury in Chicago has convicted Jussie Smollett on five of six charges he lied to Chicago police about being the victim of a racist, anti-gay attack.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police arrest a seventeen year old suspect -- for a homicide at a Selma apartment complex. Chief Kenta Fulford says Andre Fullenwilder shot 21 year old Orseen Witherspoon…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Salvation Army in Selma needs of more bell ringers during the holiday season. Salvation Army provides families with food -- clothes -- and help with emergency needs. And…
The Alabama Academy of Honor bestows honor upon Alabamians for their accomplishments and service that reflect great credit on the state.
A spokesperson for Montgomery Public Schools has confirmed that a student is in custody after a gun was found on the campus of Lee High School.
The Salvation Army needs volunteers to be bell ringers during the Red Kettle Campaign.
Montgomery police say that a man has died of his injuries after wrecking his car on Wednesday.
Academy Sports + Outdoors held a special shopping spree for some local children. The children selected this year were from the Tallapoosa County Girls Ranch. On December 8, the Tallapoosa County Girls…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A capital murder trial is underway in Selma this week. Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson says Courtney Williams is on trial in the death of Jamarius Fails. Fails…
One of our favorite days of each month is the day that we give away another "3 Degree Guarantee" check to a local charity. AirNow Home Services and Alabama News Network are giving a check to the Humane Society of Elmore County.
The city of Wetumpka is delaying part of its "Christmas on the Coosa" holiday celebration because of the threat of rain and strong storms on Saturday, December 11.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's a new judge sitting on the bench in Dallas County district court. The Honorable Judge Vernetta Perkins is the first women district judge in Dallas County. Perkins has over 20 years of law experience…
This holiday season, many of us will be cutting back our gift giving due to price inflation across the country. Though, what does that mean for organizations that depend on donations? Brantwood…
Investigators say the Ford Pinto belonging to an Auburn University student who has been missing since 1976 has been pulled from a creek in Chambers County,.
Goodwyn Middle School in Montgomery has been placed on lockdown after a gun was found on campus Wednesday morning.



