Governor Ivey Announces New Suicide Prevention Initiative for Service Members, Veterans and Their Families
Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday a new statewide suicide prevention initiative for Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF).
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Nationwide Manhunt Ends in Montgomery
The nationwide manhunt for the man accused of murdering a Yale University student, back in February, has now been arrested. The U.S.Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force, in conjunction with the…
Montgomery Christian School Hosts Art Splash 2021: "Art in the Garden"
This week the Montgomery Christian School hosted "Art in the Garden" for its annual Art Splash. The event raises funds for scholarships for MCS Students. Those in attendance were able to walk through the…
Pipeline Hack Fuels Gas Crunch; US Suspects Russian Origins
CLEMMONS, N.C. (AP) - Motorists are finding gas pumps shrouded in plastic bags at tapped-out service stations across more than a dozen U.S. states. Shortages and panic-buying continued Thursday even as the…
Master Motivator Set to Retire at Marengo High School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A high school principal in Marengo County -- is calling it quits at the end of the school year -- after an amazing academic feat. The principal at Marengo…
Pike Road Students Propose Inclusive Playground Before Town Council
A group of Pike Road students are leading the efforts to build a playground accessible to people of all abilities. Pike Road Intermediate School's SGA president and vice president, Tristan Bradsher and Gunner Gibbs,…
Alabama Hospital Association Celebrates 100 Years
The Alabama Hospital Association celebrated 100 years on Thursday by planting an oak tree on their campus signifying their statewide strength and unity. The association was founded in 1921 with the mission to support…
Dallas Co. Jury Convicts Orrville Man in 2015 Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Dallas County jury has convicted an Orrville man of murder -- and abuse of a corpse. District Attorney Michael Jackson says Raphael Clark shot and killed Derrick Dower of Selma -- during a robbery…
Montgomery Public School System Is Working On Changing School Names
The Montgomery Public School system is Currently working on changing the names of three of the high schools. Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee and Sidney Lanier are all names of notable confederate men.
Court Records: Father Charged in Murder of One-Month-Old Son Has Checkered Past
The father charged with capital murder in the death of his one-month-old son has a prior history with law enforcement. According to court records, 32-year-old Caleb Whisnand, Sr., was arrested on several…
Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Bill to Allow Limited Wine Delivery
Alabamians will soon be able to have a bottle of cabernet or chardonnay delivered in the mail.
What the Tech? Do You Qualify for a Discount on Your Monthly Internet Bill?
Enrollment in the FCC's largest-ever benefits program for broadband internet is underway. The Emergency Broadband Benefits program is a federal initiative to provide qualifying households discounts on their monthly internet bill.
South University to host Dual Enrollment and College Prep Courses
A limited time offer for Montgomery Public Schools 2021-2022 11th and 12th graders and Private High Schoolers, face-to-face summer 2021 academic dual enrollment for dual credit (DE/DC) and FREE College Prep courses.
CDC: Fully Vaccinated People Can Stop Wearing Masks Inside Most Places
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is easing indoor mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to safely stop wearing masks inside in most places.
Hot Dog! Oscar Mayer "Wienermobile" Arrives in the Capital City
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is here! As part of its annual “coast-to-coast wienie roast,” the iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be in Montgomery, Wetumpka, Prattville, and Milbrook from Thursday, May 13th until Sunday, May 16th. Fans can peek inside and…
Governor Ivey Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility Will Now Include Those Age 12 and Older
Governor Ivey has announced the expansion of the COVID-19 vaccination eligibility. It now includes individuals age 12 and older, it is effective immediately. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use in adolescents with…
Update: Father Now Faces Capital Murder Charge in Death of Newborn Son
Alabama News Network brought you live coverage of a news conference this morning as Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham and others updated the case of the father charged in the death of his newborn son, who had been reported missing.
Selma Police Search for Missing 13 Year Old Female
Selma Police are looking for 13-year-old Kamirah Coleman who was last seen at the Dollar General in White Hall, Al on May 8th at 9:30 pm. Coleman left her home in Selma the previous night. She was last seen wearing…
Alabama Woman 'Iconic Facce' Arrested in Houston After Allegedly Robbing Bank to Pay for Plastic Surgery
GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) - An Alabama woman from Ozark has pleaded guilty to…
Alabama Man Sentenced on Federal Drug Trafficking Charges
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking case in which 25 kilograms of cocaine were allegedly brought into the state in a tractor-trailer. Acting U.S. Attorney Sandra…
Parents of Missing One-Month-Old Speak Out at News Conference
The parents of missing one-month-old Caleb Whisnand, Jr. spoke at a news conference this afternoon. They were joined by Capt. Trent Beasley of the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.
Body of Missing One Month Old Found, Father Arrested
The body of a missing infant last seen in north Montgomery has been found.
Historic Tabernacle Baptist Church Commemorates First Mass Meeting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A historic church in Selma is commemorating the anniversary of the first mass meeting of the Voting Rights Movement. In addition to honoring some of the foot soldiers. Tabernacle…
The Marlon and Marcus Foundation Host Celebrity Golf Tournament
Do the names Andruw Jones, Jimmy Rollins, Roman Harper or Luis Gonzalez ring a bell? Well those were just a few of the star athletes that we're in attendance at the Robert Trent Jones…
Governor Ivey Awards $30,000 Grant to Help Child Abuse Victims in Lee and Macon Counties
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $30,000 grant to an east Alabama nonprofit agency that assists child victims of sexual assault and abuse in Lee and Macon counties.
