Andalusia Man Found with Gunshot Wound in the Street; Dies at Hospital
Andalusia police are investigating a fatal shooting.
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Gates Installed on Alabama Bat Cave to Protect Habitat
ANNISTON, Ala. (AP) — Gates have been installed at the mouth of a cave in eastern Alabama to protect the habitat of two endangered species that live in the cavern. The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources says Weaver…
Birmingham Program Offering Monthly Payments to Single Moms
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A new program will offer monthly payments to single mothers in Birmingham. The plan was proposed by Mayor Randall Woodfin and approved by the City Council on Tuesday. The pilot program is funded mainly by $500,000…
Mayors of Alabama's largest cities gathering in Montgomery
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The mayors of Alabama’s 10 largest cities are holding two days of meetings in the capital to discuss legislative priorities and other issues. A statement from the city of…
Groups Seek 2 Districts with Large Black Voter Bases
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers return to Montgomery this week to draw new legislative, congressional, and school board districts. Some legal groups are arguing the state should have two congressional districts likely to elect an African-American representative, instead of…
Shooting and Police Chase on Carmichael Rd. in Montgomery
On Sunday afternoon, Montgomery police were lead on a chase by a shooting suspect.
Pike Road Dance Academy Cuts Ribbon On New Studio
The Pike Road Dance Academy has a new home, and a ribbon cutting was held Sunday, October 24 to introduce their new facility to the community.
Montgomery Chorale Opens New Season, Presenting "Ode to Joy"
The Montgomery Chorale opened a new season and held their first indoor concert since the pandemic.
Montgomery Zoo Holds First "Conservation Car Wash"
The Montgomery Zoo held their first Conservation Car Wash and Tailgate Party on Saturday, October 23. People were invited to swing by before the big games, get a car wash, and see a few of the zoo's Education Ambassador animals. They accepted a minimum donation of $10 for a car wash. All proceeds will go to the Montgomery Zoo's efforts to serve the River Region.
Montgomery Biscuits Host Annual "Ballpark Trick or Treat"
Halloween came to Riverwalk Stadium early as the Montgomery Biscuits held their annual "Ballpark Trick or Treat".
American Revolution Veteran Graveside Is Restored/Marked In Elmore County
A Revolutionary War Veteran graveside was officially located, restored, and marked in Elmore County. Walter Filmore Ross Senior was buried in 1848 near Deatsville. Ross was around 17 years old when he served in the American Revolution as a private. After the war, he and his family settled in what is present day Elmore County.
Troy Police Investigate Murder at Goldmine Entertainment
Police say 33 year old Andre Thompson of Highland Home was shot at the Gold Mine nightclub at around 1:30am Sunday.
Montgomery Chorale Opens New Season on October 24
It’s been nearly 20 months since the members of the Montgomery Chorale have performed indoors. Come this Sunday, that will change. The group’s season opener, “Ode to Joy,” is set to take place…
Riverwalk Stadium Gets Ready for Annual Ballpark Trick or Treat
The Montgomery Biscuits are getting ready for a fun-filled Halloween tradition. The Biscuits will be hosting its annual Ballpark Trick or Treat on Saturday, October 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.…
City of Prattville Holds 3rd Annual 'Parade of Pumpkins'
Halloween is just around the corner, but you don't have to wait for the 31st to have some fall fun. The City of Prattville is hosting their 3rd annual 'Parade of Pumpkins' in the historic downtown area. From October 22…
Montgomery Zoo on How They've Survived Financially in the Pandemic
"Our zoo is mostly funded by people who come here everyday," says Steven Pierce, program services manager at the Montgomery Zoo. With a business that is primarily based outdoors, Pierce says they've been able…
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospitalizations Falling to Near 500
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The number of people in Alabama hospitals with COVID-19 is now getting close to falling below 500.
On Your Side Consumer Alert: Walmart Recalls Aromatherapy Spray Linked to Four Illnesses, Two Deaths
This is an On Your Side Consumer Alert from Alabama News Network: The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Walmart have announced the recall of an aromatherapy spray that has been linked to four illnesses and two deaths.
Employees of University of Alabama System Campuses, Auburn University Must Be Vaccinated by Dec. 8
The University of Alabama System and Auburn University have announced that all employees on their campuses must be vaccinated by December 8 to follow new federal government requirements.
What the Tech? Protect Yourself from New Computer Scams
October is Cyber-Security Awareness Month and while you may think you're smart enough to spot a scam, someone in your family is not. No matter a person's age, scammers will often succeed in tricking victims into sharing information or clicking a link.
Russell County Baseball Coach Acquitted of Assaulting Player
A well-known high school baseball coach from Alabama has been found innocent of assaulting a player but guilty of harassment.
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospitalizations Fall Below 600 Statewide
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The number of people in Alabama hospitals with COVID-19 has now fallen below 600.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Make Arrest in Fatal Shooting
UPDATE: Montgomery police have made an arrest in a shooting that left a man dead.
Former Jailer Pleads Guilty to Lacing Prisoners' Cigarettes
DECATUR, Ala. (AP) - A one-time Alabama jailer accused of sickening inmates by lacing their cigarettes with self-defense spray has pleaded guilty to assault charges. News outlets report former Morgan County corrections officer Jaylend Edward Handley pleaded guilty Wednesday to…
Hubbard Defense Reiterates Apology by Former Alabama Speaker
OPELIKA, Ala. (AP) - Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard is again asking a judge for an early release from prison. Attorneys for the former Republican leader say he really is sorry for what he did and isn't a danger…
