Trustmark Bank in Eclectic Robbed
Eclectic police say that Trustmark Bank was robbed at around 9:20 a.m.
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UPDATE: Road Work Nearly Finished in Downtown Wetumpka
Work on Company Street in downtown Wetumpka is nearly finished. It's a project that started more than three years ago.
FDA Approves Kid-Size Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccination Doses for Children 5-11
The Food and Drug Administration has paved the way for children ages 5 to 11 to get Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine.
Univ. of Alabama Updates Campus Face Mask Policy
The University of Alabama has announced changes to its campus face mask policy, effective Nov. 5.
UPDATE: Redistricting Maps Heading for Votes on Monday
Republican-led committees in the Alabama Legislature have advanced new legislative and congressional districts for floor votes on Monday.
Cadence, BancorpSouth Complete Bank Merger
Two banks with branches in Alabama and elsewhere in the South say they have completed their merger.
Lawsuit Claims Police Shooting of Veteran was Unnecessary
WETUMPKA, Ala. (AP) — The parents of a veteran shot and killed by a sheriff’s deputy in July have filed a civil lawsuit against the Elmore County sheriff. Thirty-two-year-old Jonathan Pears was shot and killed in the front yard of…
Judge Orders Striking Coal Miners to Stop Picketing
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — A judge has ordered striking miners to stop picketing outside locations owned by a coal company in Tuscaloosa. Circuit Judge James H. Roberts Jr. on Wednesday issued a restraining order prohibiting the union members from picketing…
Leadership Montgomery Hosts a 'Mix and Mingle' Event for Potential Members
Leadership Montgomery held an event tonight at The Gin. The event was a Torchbearers Class 14 Mix and Mingle for potential Leadership Montgomery candidates. Leadership Montgomery is a non-profit leadership development program where members can partner with community leaders to…
Special Legislative Session to Re-District Begins
On Thursday lawmaker began the process of approving new legislative, congressional and school board lines.
Man Killed in Armed Robbery at Selma Apartment Complex
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A 21 year man is dead following an early morning shooting at a Selma apartment complex. Chief Kenta Fulford says the man was shot during an armed robbery at…
Uniontown Police Department in Need of More Officers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Uniontown Police Department -- is looking to hire more officers. But police officials say recruiting new officers to a small rural city -- can be a challenge. The…
COVID-19 in Alabama: Updated Hospitalization Numbers for Thursday, Oct. 28
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19.
What the Tech? What is YouTube Doing to Protect Children?
As YouTube, Snapchat and TikTok representatives met with Senators this week to answer tough questions about what the platforms are doing to protect kids, it’s a good time to look at changes YouTube has already made to its platform.
UPDATE: Purple Pinkie Project Raises More Than $1.3 Million to Fight Polio Worldwide
Rotary Clubs throughout Alabama and three other states, with the help of Dunkin', have raised more than $1.3 million in an effort to eradicate polio worldwide.
Selma Woman Killed in Lowndes County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say a Selma woman was killed in a wreck on U.S. Highway 80 in Lowndes County.
Facebook Changing Its Corporate Name to "Meta"
Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that his company's corporate name will change to "Meta," to emphasize its "metaverse" vision.
Lee Co. Sheriff: Man Admits to Stabbing His Own Dog
The Lee County Sheriff's Office says a man is facing charges after he admitted to stabbing his own dog with a pocket knife.
Stephen McLamb Enters Race for Alabama Public Service Commission
Former Alabama TV news reporter Stephen McLamb has announced that he's running for the Place 1 seat on the Alabama Public Service Commission. He is running as a Republican.
Montgomery County Deputies Investigating Business Burglary
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a business burglary and needs your help in identifying the suspect.
Biden Unveils Scaled Down $1.75 Trillion Spending Plan
President Joe Biden said in a nationally televised speech Thursday morning that he has reached a “historic” framework with Democrats in Congress on a scaled-back domestic policy plan.
Body Found Near Atlanta Highway in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a man's body was found near Atlanta Highway Thursday morning.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Say Missing Woman Has Been Found Safe
Montgomery police tell Alabama News Network that a woman who had been missing since August 25 has now been found safe.
Female Juvenile Shot in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a female juvenile was shot in Montgomery Thursday morning.
COVID-19 in Alabama: 21% of Those in Hospitals are Fully Vaccinated
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The latest numbers show that 21% of those in hospitals are fully vaccinated.
