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City of Millbrook Working on New City Highly Anticipated Projects
After 45 years of existence, the City of Millbrook is finally beginning some highly anticipated projects. The city is working on building their downtown area from the ground up, and beginning their 17 Springs…
Local Charities, Non-profits Say Donations at an All Time Low Due to the Pandemic
Charities, non-profits, and organizations across the community are struggling to get donations as events are being cancelled and concern rises for financial situations.
Selma Man Convicted of Sexual Abuse of a Child Under 12
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man pleads guilty to the sexual abuse of a child -- just before he was about to stand trial for the crime. District Attorney Michael Jackson says…
Former Montgomery Assistant Principal Sentenced for Wire Fraud
Walter James, III of Montgomery, who was the assistant principal at Jefferson Davis High School, has been sentenced after pleading guilty to wire fraud.
Emergency Alert Test was Conducted Nationwide Wednesday Afternoon
If you had been watching TV Wednesday afternoon, then you may have seen a nationwide emergency alert message on your screen. This was all part of an Emergency Alert System test involving all TV and radio stations, plus cable providers. You would…
What the Tech? Amazon to Pay You if Products Sold by Third Parties Cause Injury or Property Damage
This week, Amazon announced that starting September 1, it will pay for property damage and personal injury claims caused by products sold by third-parties on its site.
UPDATE: Search Begins for New Superintendent for Montgomery Public Schools
Alabama News Network brought you team coverage of the announcement that Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore would be retiring when her contract ends in June. Now the school board is beginning the search for her replacement.
Two Hosts Named for Hit TV Game Show "Jeopardy!"
Sony Pictures Television has named Mike Richards and Mayim Bialik as hosts of the legendary hit game show "Jeopardy!". The show can been seen weekdays at 4:30 p.m. on CBS 8.
Woman Killed in Head-On Crash Near Clanton
Alabama State Troopers say a woman was killed in a head-on crash on Alabama Highway 22 just west of Clanton.
Update: Macon County High Speed Chase Ends with Standoff in Montgomery
Update: The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) says the driver has been identified as 29 year old, Joshua Wesley Sweatman, of Georgia. The chase happened at approximately 9:07 p.m. on Tuesday. The car he was driving was a Chevrolet Cruz,…
Sharks Bite 3 on Southeast Beaches
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Two separate shark attacks in a one-week span on beaches near Savannah, Georgia are somewhat unusual since the area sees relatively few bites each year. Overall, the number of shark attacks in the U.S. is not…
Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Train in Decatur
DECATUR, Ala. (AP) — Police in Decatur say a pedestrian has been struck and killed by a train. The crash happened Tuesday evening at an overpass at Beltline Road near Veterans Drive. The male victim was struck under the overpass,…
Construction In Downtown Wetumpka Following HGTV's Hometown Takeover
Tourists visiting the City of Wetumpka may be surprised that many of the renovations they saw on HGTV's hometown takeover are surrounded by construction. Mayor Jerry Willis says the City of Wetumpka has boomed with tourists since the airing of the show.
ADPH: All of Alabama Ranks High for Community Transmission of COVID-19
The newest statewide COVID-19 community transmission map puts all of Alabama in the “high” category, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
Matthew Hammett Announces Run for District 92 Seat in Alabama House
Covington County businessman Matthew Hammett has announced that he is running for the District 92 seat in the Alabama House of Representatives, which represents Covington County and parts of Coffee and Escambia counties.
Student Brings Gun on First Day of School at Dallas Co. High School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The first day of school at Dallas County High School -- was marred by a student bringing a gun to school. Deputies were called out to the school Monday…
Pay It Forward: Connie Johnson of Hayneville
Our Pay It Forward honoree this week is Connie Johnson of Hayneville. She's making a difference by helping the elderly in her community.
TEAM COVERAGE: MPS Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore To Retire in June 2022
Alabama News Network has confirmed that Montgomery Public Schools' superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore will retire after this school year. She spoke to us shortly before the school board meeting to talk about her decision.
Chilton County Deputies Seek Information on Men Who May Have Evidence about Three Burned Bodies
The Chilton County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding men who they think may have evidence in the case of the three burned bodies that were found last month.
U.S. Senate Passes $1 Trillion Infrastructure Bill; Moves to House
The vote was 69-30, with 19 Republicans joining all 50 Democrats in approving it.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Resigns over Sexual Harrassment Allegations
Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-New York) says he will resign over a barrage of sexual harassment allegations, effective in two weeks.
Victim in July 22 Shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue Dies
The Montgomery Police Department has launched a homicide investigation after the victim in a July 22 shooting died.
Judge Doubts Eviction Ban, but May Lack Power to Stop It
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge who declared the earlier nationwide moratorium on evictions illegal was deeply skeptical Monday of the Biden administration’s new order, but said she may lack the power to do anything about it. U.S. District Judge Dabney…
Police: Suspect Fatally Shot Dog During Motel Break-In
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say a father and son broke into an Alabama motel room and fatally shot the victim's dog, prompting an hours-long standoff with one of the suspects. The Tuscaloosa Police Department says 43-year-old Wade Alan Christian…
