Driver of Suspected Stolen Car Crashes after Police Pursuit in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a crash involving a suspected stolen car that was involved in a police pursuit Saturday night.
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35-Foot State Christmas Tree to be Displayed at Alabama Capitol
This year’s tree is a 35-foot eastern red cedar grown in Fitzpatrick, which is in Bullock County.
Two Auburn Students Win $1 Million Bass Fishing Tournament
Two Auburn University students have won the $1 million first-place prize in a fishing tournament.
Shoppers in Montgomery Hit the Stores for Black Friday Deals
Despite inflation and supply chain issues, Montgomery shoppers were out in droves searching for deals.
Montgomery Salvation Army Gives Away Free Meals For Thanksgiving
The Salvation Army gave away free Thanksgiving meals for the homeless population in Montgomery. They opened their doors Thursday afternoon to allow guests to have a free lunch that included traditional Thanksgiving items like turkey, mac and cheese, stuffing and even dessert.
New COVID-19 Variant Emerges, Named "Omicron"
The world is confronting a new coronavirus variant, and officials have named it “omicron."
WATCH: Alabama State Names Eddie Robinson Jr. as Next Head Football Coach
Alabama State University has selected a former player as its next head football coach. Eddie Robinson, Jr. was introduced as a news conference on Friday morning.
Jefferson Co. Sheriff: Employee Crashed Van into Jack's Restaurant
A worker at the Jack's Restaurant in Pinson crashed a van into the building Friday morning, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.
Million Dollar Band Performs at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade for the First Time Ever
The University of Alabama's Million Dollar Band made its first appearance in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
Two People Injured in Two Shootings Thanksgiving Morning in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating two shootings that happened on Thanksgiving morning that left two people with life-threatening injuries.
Shaun Dion Hamilton's Family Hosts Annual Thanksgiving Food Giveaway
The family of Shaun Dion Hamilton, former Alabama linebacker who now plays for the Detroit Lions held their annual thanksgiving food giveaway. Cars were lined up from 9 am Wednesday morning of families eager to get their free meal from the Hamilton's.
Book: The History of Mt. Zion African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church
A new book, is taking a closer look at one of Montgomery's historical churches, and the once thriving westside community it served and continues to serve.
Red Bluff Bar Coming to Montgomery's Riverfront Park
Montgomery's Riverfront Park will be getting a new place to eat, drink and listen to music.
Magical Christmas Toy Drive: Jackson Hospital Goes on Shopping Spree
Alabama News Network's 8th Annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive is proud to have sponsors like Jackson Hospital joining us to collect toys for The Salvation Army of Montgomery. Officials from Jackson Hospital joined us for a shopping spree.
ASF brings back indoor shows with Cinderella & A Christmas Carol
In what will be their first indoor shows since the pandemic, the Alabama Shakespeare Festival is presenting both Cinderella and A Christmas Carol over the next two weeks.
Alabama Dept. of Corrections Makes COVID-19 Policy Changes
The Alabama Department of Corrections says due to the decline in COVID-19 cases, it will make some policy changes.
Former Mosses Mayor Charged with Rape; Probation Revoked
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced that the former mayor of the Lowndes County town of Mosses, Walter Sylvester Hill, has been charged with rape.
All Three Men Charged in Ahmaud Arbery's Death Convicted of Murder
All three white men charged in the death of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia have been convicted of murder in the fatal shooting that became part of a larger national reckoning on racial injustice.
Ohio steel company to build $30M plant in Alabama, 100 jobs
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) — An Ohio-based steel manufacturer is expanding its business to Alabama. Gregory Industries will invest $30 million to build a 325,000-square-foot facility on 83 acres (33 hectares) in the Elm Industrial Park in Athens, Alabama. The new…
Birmingham Zoo Mourns Death of Kwanza, an African Lion
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A 16-year-old male African lion at the Birmingham Zoo died Tuesday after being diagnosed with lymphoma. The Birmingham Zoo and its staff had been closely monitoring and treating the animal for age-related health issues, including kidney…
Group Finds Site Linked to Tribes Seeking Return of Remains
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A federal advisory committee found evidence to culturally link remains and funerary objects taken from an ancient settlement in present-day Alabama with seven Native American seeking  their return. Tuesday's ruling could help efforts to have the…
City of Marion Bank Accounts Frozen by IRS
From the West Alabama Newsroom --The city of Marion and its employees are breathing a sigh of relief after narrowly averting a Thanksgiving holiday catastrophe.
Cecil Hurt, Longtime Sports Editor at The Tuscaloosa News, Dies at 62
The Tuscaloosa News reports that its well-known and longtime sports editor Cecil Hurt has died.
ON YOUR SIDE: Dollar Tree to Raise Prices to $1.25 on Most Items
Faced with the rising cost of goods and freight, discount retail chain Dollar Tree says it will be raising its prices to $1.25 for the majority of its products.
Restore the Joy Ministries, Inc. Provides a Hot Plate for 100 Homeless People
There are too many people without a home or food this Thanksgiving. Restore the Joy Ministries, Inc. has decided to help give back to the community in need. Restore the Joy Ministries is a non-profit organization that began in Montgomery…
