Three Alabama State Prison Inmates Killed in One Week
Three men have been killed in apparent inmate-on-inmate assaults in Alabama prisons this month.
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Campaign 2022: Dean Odle Brings Gubernatorial Campaign to Alabama State House
Republican gubernatorial candidate Dean Odle took time to bring his campaign to the Alabama State House on the final day of the 2021 legislative session.
Andalusia Woman Killed in Covington County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say an Andalusia woman was killed in a wreck this morning.
CrimeStoppers: Opelika Police Search for 'Best Buy' Theft Suspect
The Opelika Police Department is seeking the identity of a suspect wanted for Theft. May 13, Police began investigating a Third Degree, Theft of Property, which took place at Best Buy, at 2147 Tiger Town Parkway. The suspect is described…
Charity Event 'Art in the Garden' Raises $250K for Montgomery Christian School Scholarships
The Montgomery Christan School has announced that their annual fundraising event, 'Art in the Garden' hosted by the Art Splash Committee was a success, raising $250k that…
Snapshot of Bills that Passed, Died on Final Day of 2021 Legislative Session
The 2021 regular session of the Alabama Legislature ended late Monday night. Here is a look at what passed and what failed on the final day.
Alabama Legislature: What Passed and Failed on the Last Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers on Monday concluded the 2021 legislative session. Here is a look at the key developments on the session’s final day: WHAT BECAME LAW: MEDICAL MARIJUANA Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation creating a medical marijuana…
Shorter Volunteer Fire Department, Life Flight Respond to Crash on I-85
One lane of I-85 South near mile marker 21 is closed Tuesday morning because of a crash. Above is a picture from Shorter Volunteer Fire Department of Life Flight responding to the scene. Alabama News Network has reached out to…
Suspect in Custody in Relation to the Homicide of 85-Year-Old
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating the homicide of Wilman Jones, 85, of Montgomery. Ronnie Hawkins, 27, of Montgomery, has been identified as the suspect, he was charged with one…
MPD Investigates Shooting that Left One Woman Injured Monday Night
A woman was shot Monday night at about 8:45 p.m. on the 800 block of South Decatur Street in Montgomery. MPD says the victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. MPD is currently…
A Man is Dead After a Fatal Car Crash Tuesday Morning
A male pedestrian has been hit and killed Tuesday morning on Northern Boulevard. The southbound lanes of Northern Boulevard are temporarily blocked and traffic is detoured. The crash happened early Tuesday morning around 4:40. MPD and Fire Medics responded to…
Alabama lawmakers approve ban on curbside voting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers approved a ban on curbside voting. The Alabama Senate on Monday voted 25-6 for the bill by Republican Rep. Wes Allen of Troy that would forbid election workers from setting up curbside areas for…
Lawmakers Delay High-Stakes Reading Test for 3rd Graders
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - After COVID-19 disrupted two school years, Alabama lawmakers on Monday voted to delay an upcoming state requirement for third-graders to pass a reading test before moving up to the fourth grade. The House of Representatives on…
Transgender Treatment Ban Fails in Alabama Legislature
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers ended the legislative session without a vote on one of the most controversial bills before them: a measure to outlaw gender-affirming medical treatments for transgender minors. The Senate-passed bill died on Monday, the final…
Eastdale Mall Cinema's Grand Re-Opening Friday May 21st
The Eastdale Mall Cinema is having a grand re-opening friday May 21, 2021 at 5-pm. It was last open on March 13, 2013. The theater was previously owned by Carmike Cinemas and is now owned by Goodrich Quality Theaters.Â
Selma Man Shot and Killed, Suspect Wanted by Authorities
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is dead -- and another is now wanted by police -- after a shooting in Selma over the weekend. Police Chief Kenta Fulford…
What Does Governor Ivey Signing the Medical Marijuana Bill Mean for Alabama's Cannabis Industry?
The long-worked-for Alabama SB46 is now law, setting a path for an estimated 250,000 Alabama patients to legally benefit from taking medical cannabis and for farmers and entrepreneurs to legally benefit economically from providing it. “This is a historic day…
6-Year-Old Dies after Being Accidentally Shot by 3-Year-Old Sibling in Shelby County
A 6-year-old child has died in Shelby County after a 3-year-old sibling found an unsecured gun and shot the older child.
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking to Block Alabama Prison Leases
A judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit that sought to block Gov. Kay Ivey's plan to lease prisons that would be owned by private companies and operated by the state.
Two People Shot on Kelly Circle in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Kelly Circle in Montgomery that left two men with non-life threatening gunshot wounds.
Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Medical Marijuana Bill
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill into law that will permit marijuana to be used for specific medical needs in Alabama.
Man Wanted for February 17th Atlanta Murder Captured in Covington County
Crimestoppers and the United States Marshals Task Force announced the arrest of a man wanted for Murder. Atlanta fugitive Andre Thomas faces Murder charges after his arrest in Covington County. The arrest occurred on Friday, May 14. The 22nd 22nd…
Alabama Police Kill Man Who Shot and Wounded 4 Officers
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Police in Alabama's largest city shot and killed a man who wounded four officers as they tried to carry out a search warrant at his apartment. Birmingham Police Sgt. Rod Mauldin says it happened Sunday. The…
Some Aren't Ready to Give up Masks Despite New CDC Guidance
Not everyone is giving up wearing a face mask despite the latest government guidance that means fully vaccinated Americans can uncover their faces in many cases. The CDC now says fully vaccinated…
City Backs Mental Health Program after Officer's Conviction
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) - Leaders in an Alabama city have agreed to support the establishment of a new mental health crisis program. Huntsville City Council members voted unanimously Thursday to back a diversion center that could help people experiencing mental…
