MPD: Woman Seriously Injured in Hatton Avenue Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has launched an investigation into a shooting. The shooting occurred Thursday, June 24, around 11 am, in the 4900 block of Hatton Avenue. Â
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Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program Expands to Include Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
The Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program now allows more inclusivity after Gov. Kay Ivey recently signed House Bill 554. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Kerry Rich, R-Guntersville, extends the Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program to include comprehensive transition and postsecondary programs (CTPs) for students with intellectual disabilities. Previously, the scholarship program was only permitted to pay for college-level classes.
Governor Ivey Hosts Bill Signing Ceremony for Bills Passed During 2021 Regular Legislative Session
Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday hosted a ceremonial bill signing for legislation passed during the 2021 Regular Session.
Montgomery Police Launch Homicide, Death Investigations Following Rotary Street Shooting
Montgomery police are conducting a homicide investigation following the shooting death of Car’Terius Brown, 18, of Montgomery and a Death Investigation following the shooting death of Damana Perry, Jr., 17, of Montgomery.
Montgomery Police Searching for Person of Interest in Attempted Murder Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department is searching for a suspect in an Attempted Murder investigation. Police say Sean White was assaulted on Wednesday, April 21, around 10:30pm, at the Rich's Car Wash.…
Suspect Identified in Bath and Body Works Felony Theft, Prattville Police Seek Identify of Second Suspect
On June 19, around 5:00pm, two females entered the store, located in the 1900 block of Cobbs Ford Road. They then left the store without paying for the lotions, sprays, and candles they concealed. Surveillance cameras showed they left the parking lot in a Black Camaro with an Auburn University license plate.
Selma Alabama's Brown Chapel AME Church Hosted Groundbreaking Ceremony For Restoration
One of the most historic churches in Selma is being restored. Brown Chapel AME, kicked off the project with a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday.
Two Teens Charged with Murder of Man Found Dead on Woodley Road
An investigation led to the arrest of Michael Johnson, 18, and Stefon Moye, 18, both of Montgomery. Both suspects face Murder charges. Police placed them in Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility.
Express Job Fair at Eastdale Mall
All across Alabama, businesses are desperately seeking workers. Wednesday morning, Express Jobs Teamed up with Eastdale Mall to host a job fair. The job fair was free to the public and had…
Manufacturing Hiring Event in Wetumpka
Another job fair was held in Alabama on Wednesday, but this one was in the City of Wetumpka. Just like in Montgomery, the city of Wetumpka is desperately seeking workers. Central Alabama…
BREAKING: Two Killed, One Injured in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting this afternoon that left two people dead and another injured.
Vice President Harris to Visit U.S. Border with Mexico
The visit to El Paso, Texas, is planned for Friday and it comes after she's received criticism from members of both parties for failing to go there despite taking on a leading role in the Biden administration's response to a steep increase in migration.
Online Job Ads Up 130% in May 2021 Compared to May 2020
Data collected and analyzed by the Alabama Department of Labor’s Labor Market Information (LMI) Division shows that as of May 2021, the yearly total of online job ads is 89,105, up 130% from May 2020. The monthly total of online job ads for May 2021 is up 4.8% with 24,794 new online ads.
Crimestoppers Offering $1,000 Reward for Information December 2020 Disappearance of Talledega Man
Talladega police are continuing the search 19-year-old missing man Stacey Lynch. Crimestoppers is offering a $1,000 to help those efforts.
Troy University Professor Creates Free Virtual Film Festival for High School, College Students
An Associate Professor of Design at TROY University has created a free virtual, one-day film festival open to all Alabama high school and college students who are interested in learning more about filmmaking and animation. YellowHammer Film Fest, which will…
What Are the Differences Between Pikes Peak and NASCAR?
While many race fans in Alabama are familiar with NASCAR by watching races at the Talladega Superspeedway, there are some key difference between those races and the one at Pikes Peak.
Blood Shortage in America Hits Historic Numbers as Demand for Blood Skyrockets
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, according to Red Cross. But, the U.S. is now experiencing a severe shortage with the reopening of the country in the pandemic.
Crimestoppers Offering $2,500 Reward for Information in 2019 Phenix City Capital Murder Investigtion
Crimestoppers is offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to an arrest in a 2019 Capital Murder investigation.Â
Suspect Steals Hundreds of Dollars Worth of Tobacco Products in Multi-Gas Station Burglary Spree
The Autauga County Sheriff's Office is seeking the identity of a suspect in multiple burglaries throughout Autauga County.
Biden to 'Bring Every Resource' to Manage Busy Storm Season
President Joe Biden speaks during a meeting with FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and Homeland Security Adviser and Deputy National Security Adviser Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Tuesday, June 22, 2021, in…
Claudette's Tornado Tally Reaches 7 Across 4 States
EAST BREWTON, Ala. (AP) - Thunderstorms associated with Tropical Storm Claudette produced…
Lumber Shortage Delaying Habitat for Humanity Home Building
Habitat for Humanity has been serving communities by building homes for families in need for almost 50 years, but the non-profit's work has been disrupted by the price surge of lumber.Â
Hassell Defeats Williams in House District 78 Democratic Runoff
The results are in, and according to the Alabama Secretary of State's Office, Kenyatte Hassell won the Democratic Runoff for House District 78 Tuesday. Hassell received 64.82% of the votes. Challenger Donald "Don" Williams received 35.18% of the vote. The…
New Graphite Processing Processing Plant Hiring Over 100 Workers, Paying Average of $21.15/Hour
Governor Kay Ivey announced Tuesday that Westwater Resources Inc. plans to build a first-of-its-kind advanced graphite processing plant in Coosa County, putting Alabama at the forefront in the production of an essential material…
On Your Side: Some Used Vehicles Now Cost More than Original Sticker Price
Alabama News Network is On Your Side with news about crazy prices for used vehicles.
