Hall of Fame Football Coach Bobby Bowden Dies at 91
Hall of Fame college football coach Bobby Bowden has died after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 91.
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Actress Markie Post Dies of Cancer at 70
Actress Markie Post, known for roles on "Night Court", "The Fall Guy" and "Scrubs" has died at 70.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Pulls Out of Pro Football Hall of Fame Concert after Positive COVID-19 Test
Lynyrd Skynyrd has pulled out of the Pro Football Hall of Fame concert after guitarist Rickey Medlocke tested positive for COVID-19.
Protest at the Alabama Association of Realtors to Defend the Federal Eviction Moratorium
A national housing rights organization, Cancel the Rents, held a protest rally in Downtown Montgomery to defend the federal eviction moratorium that was extended by the Biden administration last week.
Eight Shot Overnight in Montgomery in Separate Shootings
The Montgomery Police Department says eight people have been shot in a string of shootings from late Friday night through early Saturday morning.
On Your Side Consumer Alert: About Two Million Dehumidifiers Recalled over Fire Risk
The dehumidifiers were sold at Lowe’s, Costco, Walmart and other retailers from February 2009 through August 2017 for between $120 and $430.
Alabama Dept. of Corrections Says It Can Now Use Nitrogen for Executions
Alabama says it has finished construction of a system to use nitrogen gas to carry out death sentences.
Montgomery District 4 Council Member Offering Incentive to Help Clean The Streets
District 4 Montgomery City Council member Audrey Graham says her idea to keep her district clean will pay off in more ways than one for the people she represents.
Dallas Co. All-Stars Head to Dixie Youth Baseball World Series
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Dallas County baseball team is representing the state of Alabama -- at this year's Dixie Majors World Series. The Dallas County All-Stars won the state championship last month…
Two Local Non-profits Host 'Summer Fun Day' for Montgomery Youth with School Supply Giveaways
This summer is coming to a close and the school year is just around the corner. Two local non-profits held a 'Summer Fun Day' filled with giveaways and behavioral information. Montgomery kids were given a 'Summer Fun Day' event at…
Montgomery Zoo Cancels Zoobilation Fundraiser Due to Rise in COVID-19 Cases
The Montgomery Zoo has announced that it has canceled its Zoobilation fundraiser due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. The event was scheduled for September 16.
Arrest Made in Macon County Double Murder
An arrest has been made in a double murder that happened nearly two weeks ago in Macon County. Sheriff Andre Brunson said the United States Marshals Service Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force and sheriff's deputies arrested 24-year-old Leon Cannon,…
State Health Officer: COVID-19 Cases Jump, ICU Beds Nearly Full
State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris held a briefing on the status of COVID-19 in Alabama. While cases have jumped, so have the number of people deciding to get their vaccinations.
Public Hearings Scheduled Statewide on Upcoming Redistricting
State officials are seeking your input as the Alabama Legislature prepares to redraw district lines to reflect the results of the 2020 Census.
Prattville City Pool Closed Through the Weekend Due to COVID-19 Case
Alabama News Network has confirmed that the Prattville city pool at Pratt Park will be closed through the weekend due to a positive COVID-19 case.
Pike Road Schools to Require Masks in Buildings and on Buses
Pike Road Schools will require masks in school buildings and on school buses until at least September 13.
MPD Search for ATM Robbery Suspects
The Montgomery Police Department says they are searching for the identity of 2 suspects who are wanted for robbery in Montgomery. The robbery took place on Friday, July 16, at 7:37 p.m. at the 2800 block of Taylor Road.…
Man Charged with Shooting Brother in Prattville
Prattville police have charged a man with attempted murder. He's accused of shooting his brother, leaving him in critical condition.
Georgia Man Sentenced in Fake Autograph Scheme in Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A Georgia man who created websites to sell memorabilia bearing fake autographs was sentenced to more than three years in prison Thursday after pleading guilty to federal charges in Alabama, prosecutors said. Douglas Duren, 38, of…
Jailed Alabama Sheriff Asks Judge to Overturn Conviction
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) —Attorneys for an Alabama sheriff who was removed from office because of theft and ethics violations asked a judge Thursday to declare a mistrial because a juror didn’t want to vote guilty. The defense for former Limestone…
Montgomery Public Schools Implement Masks, Parents Agree With The Decision
Montgomery Public schools students head back to the classroom on August 16th, and masks will be required for students, teachers and staff. The CDC recommended that all students returning to schools should have masks on even if they are vaccinated and that is the guidelines that Montgomery Public Schools are following.
Amid COVID Case Surge, State Sees Uptick in Vaccinations
Alabama is beginning to see an increase in the number of people getting vaccinated against COVID-19 as the state experiences a surge of cases and a sharp rise in hospitalizations. Data from the Alabama Department of Public Health shows daily…
Local Service Organizations Donate 5,000 Shoes to Girls in Need
Over five different service organizations joined together, Thursday, to collect and distribute 5,000 new pairs of shoes for young girls and women across the world. Division 12 Consultant is the organization that provided the…
Hundreds Honor the Memory of Slain Selma Police Officer
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police Officer Marquis Moorer is laid to rest Thursday in Valley Grande. And hundreds of people turn out to honor the memory of the slain officer. The funeral…
Census Data to Redraw Political District Lines to Be Released Next Week
The U.S. Census Bureau says data from the 2020 census used for drawing congressional and legislative districts will be released next week.
