UPDATE: Victim Dies of Injuries in Halloween Shooting in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a person shot on Halloween has died of his injuries.
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What the Tech? How to Save Even More Money on Online Shopping
When you think of "online shopping" chances are you think of Amazon. But there are ways to get even better online deals if you know where to look.
Rabid Cat Bites Person in Prattville; Treatment Underway
The Alabama Department of Public Health says a rabid cat has bitten a person in Prattville. That person is now undergoing medical treatment.
U.S. House Approves Spending More than $1.75 Trillion on Biden's "Build Back Better" Plan
The U.S. House has approved President Biden's $1.75 trillion social and environment bill.
U.S. Gets Closer to Approving COVID-19 Booster Shots for All Adults
The U.S. is moving to open up COVID-19 booster shots to all adults, letting them choose another dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine.
UPDATE: Plans to Resume Full Operations at International Paper Mill in Prattville
Officials with International Paper have updated Alabama News Network on its plans to resume full operations.
ADPH: COVID-19 Cases in Alabama Schools Drop to Near 500
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new COVID-19 school dashboard. It shows that cases have now fallen to nearly 500 after rising slightly the week before.
Magical Christmas Toy Drive: HealthStar Clinic Goes on Shopping Spree
Folks from the HealthStar Clinic took time to go on a shopping spree to help Alabama News Network's Magical Christmas Toy Drive and The Salvation Army of Montgomery.
Fetus Found in Wastewater at Treatment Plant in Mobile
Police say a premature fetus was found at a wastewater treatment plant in Mobile.
Opelika Police Want to Find Two People Suspected of Shooting into Mobile Home
Opelika police are searching for the people who shot into an occupied mobile home.Â
Kyle Rittenhouse Found Not Guilty of All Charges in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Killings
Kyle Rittenhouse has been acquitted of all charges after pleading self-defense in the deadly Kenosha, Wisconsin, shootings.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed Joins Alabama News Rising
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has had a whirlwind past few weeks. Mayor Reed announced the plans for Amazon to build a 100-million dollar facility and hire five-hundred workers and soon thereafter was in…
Montgomery First Lady Tamika Reed Joins David Lamb on Alabama News Rising
Montgomery First Lady Tamika Reed leads Move Montgomery, an initiative that promotes health and wellness in the River Region. The day after Thanksgiving Move, Montgomery will hold a 5K . Reed joined David Lamb…
Christmas on the River Preps Underway in Demopolis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Folks in Demopolis are preparing to host a full slate of activities at the 50th Annual Christmas on the River holiday celebration. COTR is a combination community Christmas party…
Beasley Allen Kicks Off Holiday Season with Donation to Valiant Cross Academy
Valiant Cross is a private school in Montgomery with a Christian emphasis.
New Partnership to Provide Financial Education and Counseling in Montgomery
Trustmark Bank, Operation HOPE and City of Montgomery have announced a partnership to offer financial education and counseling.
CVS to Close 900 Stores Over the Next Three Years
CVS Health says it will close hundreds of drugstores over the next three years, as the retail giant adjusts to changing customer needs and converts to new store formats.
J.M. Smucker to Build $1.1 Billion Food Plant in Jefferson County
The J.M. Smucker Co. plans to build a manufacturing facility and distribution center in Jefferson County, creating up to 750 jobs.
10th Annual Big Buck Photo Contest Underway
The 10th annual Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association Big Buck Photo Contest is now underway. It runs through February 10, 2022.
UPDATE: Two More Suspects Charged in Pike Road Gas Station Shootout
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office says two more suspects have been charged in the shootout that happened at a gas station in Pike Road earlier this month.
MACH Is Hosting A "Not-A-Bed" Sleep-out Event On Friday
This week is Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, and Mid-Alabama Coalition for the Homeless (MACH) is inviting people across the River Region to be aware and get involved.
Drug Overdose Deaths in U.S. Reach All-Time High
Overdose deaths have been rising for more than two decades. But they accelerated dramatically in the past two years.
Health officials urge taking precautions during the holidays
As we approach the second holiday season during the pandemic, more people are planning to gather and travel this year.
New Program Uses Social Media to Promote Tourism in West Alabama
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new program kicks off in Selma -- that uses social media to promote tourism in the Black Belt region. The Southwest Alabama Ambassador program -- uses social media…
St. John's Church Hosts 100th Annual Bazaar Shops
Due to the pandemic, an annual event was unable to take place last year. But this year, St. John's Episcopal Church was able to host their annual Bazaar Shops. This is the 100th year St. John's has held their annual…
