U.S. Air Force Releases Accident Report in Feb. 19 Training Jet Crash in Montgomery
The U.S. Air Force has released an accident report detailing the events that lead to a training aircraft crash in Montgomery that killed two service members.
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Investigation Into the Death of Camden Newspaper Reporter Continues
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An investigation into the death of a well-known newspaper reporter -- continues in Camden. Police say 30 year old Ethan Van Sice was found dead at the Wilcox Progressive…
Deputy Involved Shootout Under Investigation in Dallas Co.
From the Alabama Newsroom-- The ALEA State Bureau of Investigation is investigating a Friday morning shootout involving deputies with the Dallas County Sheriff's Office. District Attorney Michael Jackson says a group of rowdy suspects in a car -- fired on…
Suspect in Custody after I-65 Chase, Barricading in Car in Chilton County
A suspect is now in custody after barricading in their car after a vehicle pursuit ended in Chilton County. The Chilton County Sheriff's Office said the chase made its way into the county on I-65 and ended just below the…
MPD: Elmore Man Arrested in South Holt Street Homicide
An Elmore man has been arrested and charged in Thursday's fatal shooting near I-65. Montgomery police say 21-year-old Zy'cal Patterson is charged in the death of 33-year-old Brandon Thomas,…
ADPH: Alabama COVID-19 Hospitalizations Down, Death Numbers Unchanged
Alabama State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris says that while COVID-19 hospitalization numbers have been trending down in recent weeks, death statistics have not yet fallen.
I-65 Reopens Following Two-Vehicle Crash in Autauga County
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said I-65 is now open after a two-vehicle crash in Autauga County. The crash occurred near MM 191 in Pine Level. Earlier this morning, the crash shut down all lanes of both I-65 NB and…
Suspected First Baptist Church Arsonist Now Faces Federal Charges
A sworn statement by a federal agent says the woman showed up at services before the fire. It says she raised suspicions with odd actions and a comment about the “rich white men” who had led the congregation.
Former Vice President Mike Pence Speaks at Faulkner University Benefit Dinner
The Faulkner benefit dinner was sold out Thursday, with over 2,000 people filling the convention center. The university got the opportunity to have former Vice President Mike Pence as their featured speaker for the night.
PHOTO GALLERY: Prattville Chamber of Commerce Presents Awards to Local Businesses
The Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce has presented awards to several local businesses, representing a variety of categories.
Former Lockhart Police Chief Faces Domestic Violence Charges
The former police chief of the Covington County town of Lockhart faces multiple charges of domestic violence.
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospitalizations for Thursday, Oct. 7 Close to Falling Below 1,000
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The number of hospitalizations is close to falling below 1,000.
Upgrades and Improvements Headed to Perry Co. Sheriff's Office
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Big changes -- are on the way to the Perry County Sheriff's Office. And Sheriff Billy Jones says it will improve public safety in the county. Conditions at the…
Man Shot and Killed on Montgomery's South Holt Street
Montgomery police are investigating a fatal shooting near I-65.
Alabama swamped, 4 killed in floods from slow-moving front
In this image taken from video, emergency rescue teams attend to a vehicle stranded in floodwaters in Hoover, Alabama, late Oct. 6, 2021. As much as 6 inches (15 cm.) of rain fell in Alabama in…
Stolen MPD Vehicle Crashes Near Pine Level
One man is in custody after stealing a police car in Montgomery and later crashing it near Pine Level. Montgomery police say it started just after 1:00 p.m. in the 3900 block of Marie Cook Drive. Police responded to the…
3 Degree Guarantee: Butterfly Bridge Gets $1,350 Check
AirNow Home Services and Alabama News Network are happy to provide yet another “3 Degree Guarantee” check to a local non-profit. Together, we presented a check for $1,350 to Butterfly Bridge.…
Man Acquitted on Federal Charge in Death of Alabama Officer
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) - Jurors have acquitted a man on a federal charge in the slaying of an Alabama police officer in 2019. Marco Perez was found not guilty Wednesday of obstructing justice by killing a witness, Mobile Police Officer…
Experts: COVID-19 Waning in Alabama; Threat Still Not Over
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Health experts say the most recent wave of the COVID-19 pandemic appears to be waning in Alabama, with hospitalizations and new cases falling rapidly over the past month. But they say the state could face another…
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospitalization Numbers for Wednesday, Oct. 6 Show Continued Drop in Cases
The Alabama Hospital Association has released its daily statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19. The number of cases continues to fall.
Junior League Of Montgomery Hosts 33rd Annual Holiday Market
The 33rd Annual Holiday Market, presented by the Junior League of Montgomery, kicks off Wednesday, Oct. 6 with the Preview Party followed by three full days of shopping, Oct. 7-9
Governor Kay Ivey Announces Inaugural 'Made in Alabama' Showcase Honorees
Governor Kay Ivey announced, in partnership with the Alabama Department of Commerce, the inaugural 'Made in Alabama' showcase honorees to highlight Alabama-American made products. To celebrate October being 'Manufacturing Month,' Governor Ivey selected 12 top-rated Alabama businesses to exhibit their…
City of Camden Mourns Sudden Death of Police Chief
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Camden continue to mourn the loss of the city's police chief. Chief Tyrone Dale died suddenly Tuesday. Camden Mayor Phil Creswell -- says Dale was a 28…
Homemade Bomb Explodes at Selma Apartment Complex
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A homemade bomb explodes at a public housing complex in Selma. The explosion happened at Rangedale Apartments -- at around 3:30 Wednesday morning. The blast damaged an apartment and…
Jeff Davis Ave. In Montgomery To Be Renamed After Civil Rights Attorney Fred Gray
The Montgomery City Council voted on October 5 to rename Jefferson Davis Avenue for civil rights attorney Fred Gray. Gray, who is now 90, still practices law in Tuskegee but grew up on the street during the Jim Crow era and went on to represent Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks. In a unanimous vote by the city council, his name will now take Jefferson Davis's place.
