Crowd Surge at Music Festival in Texas Kills at Least Eight People
Authorities say at least eight people are dead and many others hurt after the crowd at a Houston, Texas, music festival surged toward the stage, triggering a panic.
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Two Lawsuits Challenge Alabama's Congressional Redistricting
Two lawsuits are challenging Alabama’s newly approved congressional map, arguing it unlawfully dilutes the voting strength of African Americans with one majority-minority district out of seven.
ArtsRevive Hosts 2nd Annual Photographic Nights of Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma and ArtsRevive are hosting a photography festival this weekend -- that showcases the work of dozens of photographers from around the country. Los Angeles native…
Pfizer's Coronavirus Vaccine for Kids Arrives in Alabama
Alabama health officials say kids could begin receiving coronavirus vaccinations by November 6th.
Greenville High School Opens Student Run Coffee Shop for Work-Base Learning Program
A couple of Greenville High School teachers wanted to show students a work-base learning program. That's how the 'Thirsty Tiger' was born. The 'Thirsty Tiger' is an on campus coffee shop run by Greenville High School students. Students working at…
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Mentor Facility
Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity held a groundbreaking ceremony Friday morning. The fraternity is building a new facility geared towards mentoring young men of Montgomery. The previous facility needed to be replaced because of its age and cost for yearly repairs.…
UPDATE: Andalusia Murder Suspect Turns Himself in to Police
Andalusia police say a murder suspect has turned himself over to authorities.
3 Degree Guarantee: One Place Family Justice Center Gets $1,350 Check
AirNow Home Services and Alabama News Network are presenting another "3 Degree Guarantee" check to a local group.
Dothan Man Sentenced to Prison for Truck Bombing
A Dothan man has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for a 2017 truck bombing.
Family of Man Shot by Montgomery Police Officer File Lawsuit Against the City
A lawsuit has been filed in an officer-involved shooting in Montgomery.
What the Tech? Should You Shop Now for Electronics Because of the Chip Shortage?
A worldwide computer chip shortage combined with major shipping delays means many Christmas shoppers won't be able to find the items they're looking for and have them delivered before December 25.
What the Tech? Kids' Screen Time Growing at Alarming Rate
Researchers found that 12-13-year-olds doubled their screen time to nearly 8 hours a day as of May 2020, which doesn't include doing school work.
Pfizer Says Its COVID-19 Pill Can Cut Hospitalizations, Death Risk by 90%
Pfizer says its experimental pill for COVID-19 cut rates of hospitalization and death by nearly 90% among patients with mild-to-moderate infections.
Alabama Legislators Pass Vaccine Mandate Exemptions at Close of Special Session
Late Thursday night, the Alabama Legislature passed two bills related to coronavirus vaccines.
Miss USA 2020 Visits Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, Thursday
Alabama News Network was personally invited to join Miss USA 2020, Asya Branch, the first black Miss Mississippi USA, on her visit to Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka on Thursday. The…
Linden Man Charged in 2020 Wilcox Co. Murder Case
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A fifth suspect in the 2020 murder of a Marengo County man -- is behind bars tonight. Sheriff Ben Bates says 35 year old Reginald Taylor of Linden is…
Salvation Army in Need of Volunteers for Holiday Season
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Salvation Army is gearing up for the holiday season in Selma. And they're reaching out to the public -- for a helping hand. They're preparing to launch their…
ADPH: COVID-19 Cases in Alabama Schools Fall Below 700
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new COVID-19 school dashboard. It shows another drop in cases among the school systems that have reported to the state.
MGM Chamber Hosts Washington Briefing for Update on Military Impact in the River Region
The Montgomery Chamber held their Washington and U.S. Military brief Thursday morning at the RSA Activity Center. This was a military community update featuring the senior military leadership from Maxwell Airforce Base, the Alabama National Guard, and Gunter Annex. Attendees were…
Huntsville Schools Ask State about Renaming Lee High School
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — The public school system in Huntsville will ask Alabama’s attorney general whether it can rename a school honoring Gen. Robert E. Lee without violating a state law meant to protect Confederate memorials. News outlets report that…
Board Denies Problems in Homecoming Vote at Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — A board that oversees elections at the University of Alabama denies that problems should have invalidated balloting for homecoming queen this year. The election was the subject of a sit-in demonstration this week following reports of…
Alabama GOP Advances Bill for Vaccine Mandate Exemptions
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers have advanced legislation aimed at limiting companies’ ability to fire workers who say they can’t get vaccinated against COVID-19 for religious or medical reasons. The House Health Committee approved a revised version of a…
'The Market at John Hall' Gets Renovations Before Re-Opening
The Market at John Hall store formally known as John E Hall General Merchandise is getting some renovations and will be opening back up in the pike road community. The john hall store is a historic location where locals traded goods and collected mail. It is now being transformed into a place for the community to gather once again.
Local Businesses Looking to Hire for Busy Holiday Season
Many businesses around the country are seeking extra help this holiday season! Officials with the Alabama Retail Association say the demand gets higher starting in the month of November for businesses, especially with…
