Troy Police Investigate Murder at Goldmine Entertainment
Police say 33 year old Andre Thompson of Highland Home was shot at the Gold Mine nightclub at around 1:30am Sunday.
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Montgomery Chorale Opens New Season on October 24
It’s been nearly 20 months since the members of the Montgomery Chorale have performed indoors. Come this Sunday, that will change. The group’s season opener, “Ode to Joy,” is set to take place…
Riverwalk Stadium Gets Ready for Annual Ballpark Trick or Treat
The Montgomery Biscuits are getting ready for a fun-filled Halloween tradition. The Biscuits will be hosting its annual Ballpark Trick or Treat on Saturday, October 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.…
City of Prattville Holds 3rd Annual 'Parade of Pumpkins'
Halloween is just around the corner, but you don't have to wait for the 31st to have some fall fun. The City of Prattville is hosting their 3rd annual 'Parade of Pumpkins' in the historic downtown area. From October 22…
Montgomery Zoo on How They've Survived Financially in the Pandemic
"Our zoo is mostly funded by people who come here everyday," says Steven Pierce, program services manager at the Montgomery Zoo. With a business that is primarily based outdoors, Pierce says they've been able…
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospitalizations Falling to Near 500
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The number of people in Alabama hospitals with COVID-19 is now getting close to falling below 500.
On Your Side Consumer Alert: Walmart Recalls Aromatherapy Spray Linked to Four Illnesses, Two Deaths
This is an On Your Side Consumer Alert from Alabama News Network: The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Walmart have announced the recall of an aromatherapy spray that has been linked to four illnesses and two deaths.
Employees of University of Alabama System Campuses, Auburn University Must Be Vaccinated by Dec. 8
The University of Alabama System and Auburn University have announced that all employees on their campuses must be vaccinated by December 8 to follow new federal government requirements.
What the Tech? Protect Yourself from New Computer Scams
October is Cyber-Security Awareness Month and while you may think you're smart enough to spot a scam, someone in your family is not. No matter a person's age, scammers will often succeed in tricking victims into sharing information or clicking a link.
Russell County Baseball Coach Acquitted of Assaulting Player
A well-known high school baseball coach from Alabama has been found innocent of assaulting a player but guilty of harassment.
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospitalizations Fall Below 600 Statewide
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The number of people in Alabama hospitals with COVID-19 has now fallen below 600.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Make Arrest in Fatal Shooting
UPDATE: Montgomery police have made an arrest in a shooting that left a man dead.
Former Jailer Pleads Guilty to Lacing Prisoners' Cigarettes
DECATUR, Ala. (AP) - A one-time Alabama jailer accused of sickening inmates by lacing their cigarettes with self-defense spray has pleaded guilty to assault charges. News outlets report former Morgan County corrections officer Jaylend Edward Handley pleaded guilty Wednesday to…
Hubbard Defense Reiterates Apology by Former Alabama Speaker
OPELIKA, Ala. (AP) - Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard is again asking a judge for an early release from prison. Attorneys for the former Republican leader say he really is sorry for what he did and isn't a danger…
Billions in Environmental Justice Funds Hang in the Balance
Tens of billions of dollars for U.S. environmental justice initiatives originally proposed by Democratic leaders in a $3.5 trillion domestic spending package now hang in the balance as they decide how to trim the bill to $2 trillion. Investments in…
Alabama Man Convicted in 2018 Slaying of Friend
CULLMAN, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama jury has convicted a man in the gunshot killing of a friend whose 2018 slaying was covered up for weeks before relatives and authorities realized he was dead. News outlets report 23-year-old Andrew Jacob…
Alabama Native Charged in Jan. 6 Insurrection Denied Release
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - An Alabama native whom a judge alleged was "leading the charge" during the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol was denied release Thursday in an Alaska courtroom while his case proceeds. Christian Matthew Manley then…
Willie B. Smith III Put to Death for 1991 Killing of Woman
An Alabama man who avoided execution in February has been put to death for the 1991 killing of a woman abducted during a robbery and then shot in a cemetery.
MANE Hosts 13th Annual 'Raise the Roof' Fundraiser
A local non-profit held their 13th annual seafood fundraiser event Thursday evening. The Montgomery Area Nontraditional Equestrians, or MANE, had their 'Raise the Roof' fundraising event. MANE has been hosting this fundraiser since 2008 and have had many businesses help…
City of Montgomery is Continuing Plans for Renovating Garrett Coliseum
City officials met Thursday with plans for renovating and improving the Garrett Coliseum. The coliseum is over 75 years old there are some major changes that need to be done.
Demopolis High School Set to Honor Long-Time Football Manager
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Demopolis High School community is naming the field house at Tiger Stadium in honor of the long-time manager of the football team. Sixty-seven year old year old Albert…
CACC Expands to Larger Campus, Adds More Opportunities for Students
Central Alabama Community College (CACC) will now be expanding its campus to a much larger location. Thanks to the Prattville City Council and Autauga County Commission who, combined, contributed $4 million dollars to the…
Pine Hill Police Release Identity of Teen Killed in Train Accident
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Pine Hill Police have identified the teenager who was killed in a train accident Tuesday afternoon. Police Chief Nikisha Gailes says 18 year old Montral Butler of Pine Hill…
COVID-19 vaccine: CDC panel backs expanded booster rollout
WASHINGTON (AP) - A government advisory panel has endorsed extra doses of all three of the nation's vaccines. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also said Thursday that people could choose a different company's brand for that…
FBI: Remains found in Florida park ID'd as Brian Laundrie
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Authorities say remains found in a Florida wilderness park are those of Brian Laundrie, who was a person of interest in the death of girlfriend Gabby Petito. Petito was found slain at a Wyoming…
