Last School Dashboard for May Shows Another Drop in COVID-19 Cases
The final Alabama school dashboard release for May shows another drop in COVID-19 cases in Alabama public schools, as the school year is coming to an end.
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Safe from the Storm: A Look Back at the Record-Setting 2020 Hurricane Season
Alabama News Network is working to get you prepared for the 2021 hurricane season. But we also want to remind you of last year's record-setting year for tropical weather.
Ram Recalls More Than a Half-Million Trucks; Wheels Could Fall Off
Stellantis is recalling more than a half-million heavy-duty Ram trucks to fix a problem that can cause the wheels to fall off.
More Than A Bus Driver: Pike Road Bus Driver Saves Mother's Day for 7 Year Old
Pike Road Bus Driver Saves Mother's Day for 7 Year Old.
"Hooked on a Feeling" Singer B.J. Thomas Dies at 78
One of the country’s most popular and versatile singers, B.J. Thomas, has died. He was 78.
TV Actor Gavin MacLeod of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and "The Love Boat" Fame Dies
Television actor Gavin MacLeod has died. He was 90.
Man Killed in Lee County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say a man has been killed in a two-car wreck in Lee County.
State Health Leaders Worry about Alabama's Plunging COVID-19 Vaccination Rate
The pace of COVID-19 vaccinations in Alabama has fallen to a level not seen since the earliest days of the immunization campaign even though less than 30% of the state’s population is fully vaccinated.
Does Ainsworth's Re-Election Plans Hint at Gov. Kay Ivey's Plans?
Republican Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth has announced that he will launch his re-election campaign on Friday, June 4. That could be a signal that Gov. Kay Ivey will seek re-election herself.
City of Montgomery Launches Website to Inform Residents About Major Road Projects
A new website called MGM Street Status has been launched to inform the public about major road projects. Some of these projects have already begun and some will start later on this year.Â
Perry County Road Conditions Causing Safety Concerns
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The condition of a road in Perry County -- has residents who use and who live on the road -- scared for their safety. The nine mile stretch of…
Lee County Man Killed in Wreck
Alabama State Troopers say a Lee County man has been killed in a two-car wreck.
Safe from the Storm: Changes for 2021 Hurricane Season
Changes are coming to the 2021 hurricane season. Bluewater Meteorologist Rich Thomas outlines what is different this year.
ALEA Graduates 13 New State Troopers
On Thursday, May 27, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency graduated 13 new state troopers. The graduation was at ALEA's training center in Selma.
Alabama News Network, Gov. Kay Ivey Say Goodbye and Good Luck to Andrew James
Today is a sad day at Alabama News Network. We are saying goodbye to Alabama News Rising anchor Andrew James.
Five Alabama Counties Receive Grants to Assist in COVID-19 Pandemic Recovery
Governor Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $1.2 million to further assist five counties in continuing their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.Â
Man Charged with Kidnapping after Teen Reported Abducted
LACEY'S SPRING, Ala. (AP) - The search for a north Alabama man and a 16-year-old girl who was reportedly abducted ended hours later with the man in custody and the juvenile safe. Police issued an alert for 36-year-old Adam Dexter…
Police group Takes No-Confidence Vote in Birmingham Chief
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - The police officers' lobby in Birmingham has approved a no-confidence vote in Birmingham Police Chief Patrick Smith, citing increasing crime and violence against officers. News outlets report that Wednesday night's vote by board members and trustees…
Shell Oil sells Alabama Refinery to Vertex for $75 Million
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) - Shell Oil Company says it's selling its refinery at Mobile, Alabama, to Texas-based Vertex Energy for $75 million in cash. The complex is located at the northern end of Mobile Bay and is designed to produce…
Former Astronaut Pleads Guilty in Traffic Deaths of 2 Girls
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - A former NASA space shuttle commander indicted on reckless murder charges in the traffic deaths of two girls in Alabama has pleaded guilty to reduced charges nearly five years after the crash. One-time astronaut James Halsell…
ALEA and Montgomery Airport Officials Encourage Safe Travels For Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day is this weekend and one important thing to remember while traveling during the holiday is other people travel as well. From road trips to plane rides, a lot of people will be out of their homes this weekend.Â
Woman Dies after Being Shot in Montgomery, Another Woman Injured
Montgomery police say a woman has died after being shot this afternoon.
Prattville Making Improvements To Promote Travel By Foot
The City of Prattville has finished and made plans for multiple projects to promote traveling by foot. Bill Gillespie, Prattville Mayor, said they saw a need for sidewalk and bridge improvements so residents…
Selma Police Identify Suspect Wanted in City's Latest Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police have identified a suspect -- in one of the the city's most recent homicides. Chief Kenta Fulford says 28 year old Lemarty Pope…
UPDATE: Groundbreaking for Montgomery Whitewater Recreation Center Set for June 10
Gov. Kay Ivey will join leaders from Montgomery and Montgomery County to break ground on the long-awaited whitewater recreation center on June 10.
