Rapper-actor DMX, known for gruff delivery, dead at 50
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Amazon secures enough votes to block union effort
Amazon has secured enough votes to block a…
Britain's Prince Philip dies at age 99
LONDON (AP) - Buckingham Palace officials say Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, has died. He was 99. Philip spent a month in the hospital earlier this year before…
Judge Reduces Bond of Man Accused of Killing Elmore County Woman
A district judge has reduced the bond of the man accused of killing a missing Elmore County…
Andalusia Teenager Charged with Murder in Girl's Shooting Death
Andalusia police have charged a teenager with murder in the death of a teenage girl and expects to charge others. Chief Paul Hudson said Damien Beasley, 17, of Andalusia, is being charged as an adult with murder and is being…
Body Found In Tuskegee, Identified As Missing Former University Student
The body found in Tuskegee last Thursday has now been identified. Police say the body has been identified as missing 23-year-old Marquez Duncan. Duncan's body was found near Alabama Avenue and Avenue B in…
Political Analyst Steve Flowers Shares his Thoughts about the Upcoming 2022 State Elections
Political Analyst Steve Flowers is awaiting campaign announcements.. just like the rest of us in Alabama. For Senator Shelby's seat, Flowers says the state doesn't need someone who's already retirement age, but someone much…
Alabama Legislators Approve Lifetime Concealed Carry Permits
The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday approved a measure that will allow Alabama residents to purchase lifetime concealed carry pistol permits. In addition, the bill also creates a database of people prohibited form carrying firearms. Sponsors of the bill…
Vaccination Clinic & Food Giveaway Held Together in Linden
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Three non-profit organizations get together in Marengo County -- to put COVID vaccine in people's arms -- and food in people's bellies. The Moore Wright Group and the United…
President Biden Announces Executive Actions on Gun Control
In President Joe Biden's first notable gun control measures, he has announced executive actions aimed at addressing what the White House calls a "gun violence public health epidemic." In his actions announced Thursday,…
ALEA: Missing Dadeville Woman Found Safe
The search for a missing Dadeville woman is over. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency confirmed to Alabama News Network that 46-year-old Kesha Gaye Burnett has been found safe. Burnett was reported missing…
Pike Road Schools Will Continue to Wear Masks After Governor Ivey's Mask Order Expires
Governor Kay Ivey's mandatory mask order is set to expire Friday, April 9 but some places will not end their COVID-19 protocols. Pike Road Schools announced Thursday students and employee will continue wearing masks through the end of the 2020-21…
Crimestoppers: $1,000 Reward Offered in July 2020 Montgomery Murder Investigation
Family members and loved ones are still coping with the lost of Bernard Hardy Jr. who they say was violently taken away from them in July of 2020. Family members wanted the public to know that Bernard Hardy was a…
Leader of Selma Group that Owns Jefferson Davis Memorial Chair Speaks Out about Its Theft
The theft of a Confederate monument stolen from a Selma cemetery is making headlines across the country. Now the leader of the group that owns the Jefferson Davis Memorial Chair is speaking…
New Coore & Crenshaw Golf Course Coming to Lake Martin Area
Russell Lands is working on a new development for the Lake Martin area which will include a Coore & Crenshaw golf course now under construction. The golf course sits on 250…
Friendship Mission Receives $11,115 from Golf Tournament
Alabama News Network's "Drive Out Homelessness" golf tournament has raised $11,115 for Friendship Mission, which provides emergency food and shelter to those in need. The event was held last month at Lagoon…
The King's Canvas Gets "3 Degree Guarantee" Check for $1,300
Gipson's Tire Pros and Alabama News Network are presenting a check for $1,300 to The King's Canvas, a Montgomery non-profit that helps local artists. The King's Canvas was our "3 Degree…
Gov. Kay Ivey Issues Statement on Sec. of State John Merrill
Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill has announced that he will not run for any elected office next year after saying he made poor choices that impacted his family. Merrill is a prominent state Republican leader who was widely viewed…
First Lady Jill Biden to Travel to Birmingham Friday
First lady Jill Biden speaks at a virtual event with military families from around the world as part of the White House initiative to support military and veteran families in the South Court Auditorium in the…
MPD Charges Off-Duty Police Officer with Criminal Trespass
The Montgomery Police Department said it has initiated disciplinary proceedings against a police officer after being charged in an off-duty incident. MPD Spokesperson Capt. Saba Coleman said 29-year-old Meshach Franklin was charged with third degree Criminal Trespass. MPD said it…
Birmingham Police: Teen Killed, Another Wounded in Drive-By Shooting
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say an Alabama teen was killed and another wounded in a drive-by shooting Wednesday night. Birmingham police Sgt. Rod Mauldin says officers were called to a home in the Inglenook community where they found an…
Montgomery Fire Investigating House Fire on Winston Drive
Montgomery Fire/Rescue is investigating a house fire that happened Wednesday afternoon. Fire Lieutenant J.C. Selman said it happened just after 4:00 PM in the 500 block of Winston Drive. Once crews arrived,…
Judiciary Committee resurrects yoga bill, sends to Senate
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers have resurrected an effort to lift the state's decades-old ban on yoga in public schools. On Wednesday, the Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee voted 5-2 to advance the bill that would let school systems decide…
Trump Endorses Mo Brooks Among Alabama GOP Senate Contenders
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Donald Trump has endorsed Rep. Mo Brooks in Alabama's 2022 Senate race, siding with the conservative firebrand who whipped up the crowd before the Capitol riot in January. Brooks' campaign announced the endorsement Wednesday, a key…
Alabama Senate Delays Lottery Vote Amid Divisions
A divided Alabama Senate has delayed a vote on lottery legislation. Republican Sen. Jim McClendon of Springville on Wednesday asked to carry his bill over until another day. McClendon said he feared he did not have enough votes to pass…
