UPDATE: Lanes Reopen after 18-Wheeler Fire Near Interstate 65 and Interstate 85 Junction
The ramp to Exit 171 at I-85/Day Street had been closed for hours due to an 18-wheeler that crashed and caught fire.
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Selma City Council Appoints New Permanent Fire Chief
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma has a new -- permanent -- fire chief tonight. The city council appointed Walter Dailey to head up the fire department at its regular meeting…
U.S. Senate Stops Bill Protecting Abortion Rights
The U.S. Senate has fallen short in a vote toward putting Roe v. Wade abortion access into federal law.
Gov. Kay Ivey Appoints Acting EMA Director
Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed Jeff Smitherman as acting director of the Alabama Emergency Management Agency.
Montgomery Kidney Walk Surpasses Goal for Annual Walk
This year's Montgomery Kidney Walk took place May 7 at Montgomery's Riverwalk Stadium.Â
Pay It Forward: DebbieAnn Woodard of Tallassee
Our Pay it Forward honoree this week is DebbieAnn Woodard, who is the manager at the Tallassee Senior Center.
Maxwell Air Force Base to Conduct Aerial Demonstration Wednesday
The exercise is scheduled to run from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.Â
Elmore County EMA to Test Sirens Wednesday
The All-Hazards Outdoor Warning Siren System will undergo some tests starting at 9:00 a.m. and should wrap up by noon.
What the Tech? How to Make Your Smartphone Photos Look Better
Most of us never touch the settings in our smartphone cameras we just point and click. That works fine but these tips and tricks you’ll have to try will make your photos and videos look more professional.
Chase Involving Stolen Car Ends with Suspects in Custody
Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop in the 2600 block of Zelda Road Tuesday morning on a vehicle reported stolen out of Millbrook.
Remembering Ray Scott: His Time with the Bushes, Fishing at Legacy Lakes
In 2016, Alabama News Network spent time with internationally-known bass fishing legend Ray Scott to talk about his multi-million dollar fishing compound in Montgomery County and his friendship with President George H.W. Bush and other members of the Bush family.
Sheriff: Alabama Fugitive Casey White, Vicky White Planned for Shootout
An Indiana sheriff says Alabama murder suspect Casey White and Lauderdale County jailer Vicky White, who evaded authorities for more than a week, were heavily armed and preparing for a shootout when they were captured on Monday.
Sunny, Warmer Tuesday; Calm Weather Continues
Temperatures trend warmer Tuesday afternoon in comparison to Monday. They peak in the mid 80s for most, perhaps upper 80s for some.
Selma Mayor Names New Interim Fire Chief Who Is Under Indictment
Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr. has announced that he has named a new interim fire chief, following the resignation of Willie Mason, Jr. after less than three months on the job.
UPDATE: Former Montgomery Police Officer Aaron Cody Smith Reports Back to Jail
Former Montgomery police officer Aaron Cody Smith has reported back to the Montgomery County Jail to continuing serving his sentence for manslaughter.
MPS Discusses Possible School Closings
The board of education for the Montgomery Public School system has been evaluating the schools alongside Volkert to see where funds should be spent for improvement.
Demopolis City Landing Gets Multi-Million $$$ Upgrade
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A multi-million dollar improvement project is underway to enhance the Demopolis City Landing. "This is about a $3 million dollar project that is going to completely transform the face…
Alabama Fugitive Casey White, Jailer Vicky White Captured in Indiana; Vicky White Dies of Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound
Alabama fugitive Casey White and jailer Vicky White were captured in Evansville, Indiana after a 10-day manhunt, but she died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Diesel Prices Across Alabama Seeing All-Time High, Truck Drivers Affected
According the AAA, the average price for diesel gas today is $5.35/gal. which is $2.47 more than a year ago. Truck drivers are being directly affected by this situation, and say they deserve…
Hundreds Lace Up their Shoes for the Annual Montgomery Kidney Walk
Alabama ranks #1 per capita for kidney failure with over 14,000 people currently on dialysis.
Alabama judge refuses dismissal in Confederate chair theft
A chair-shaped monument went missing last year from 200-year-old Live Oak Cemetery in Selma.
UPDATE: Victim, Suspect in Fatal Shooting at Sam's Club Identified
Montgomery police have now identified the victim and the suspect in the fatal shooting outside Sam's Club Monday afternoon.
Report: Local Bass Fishing Legend Ray Scott Dies at 88
Local bass fishing legend Ray Scott, who was a longtime friend of President George H.W. Bush, has died at 88.
More Sunshine With Warming Temperatures This Week
Mother's day weekend featured weather about as nice as possible in early May. Weather like that can't possibly last into this week, or can it?
Inmate Killed after Assault at Kilby Prison in Montgomery
An inmate has died after an apparent assault at a state prison.
