Montgomery Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal 4th of July Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has made an arrest in a fatal Fourth of July shooting. On Monday, July 5, MPD arrested and charged Damien Phifer, 25, of Montgomery, with Murder.
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Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash on Northern Boulevard Near Coliseum Boulevard
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a July 3rd traffic collision that resulted in one fatality. On Saturday, July 3, 2021, at about 9:30 p.m., MPD and Fire Medics responded to the Northern Boulevard near Coliseum Boulevard in reference to a two-vehicle traffic collision.
Jeff Bezos Officially Steps Down as Amazon CEO
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has officially stepped down as CEO of the company he started out of his Seattle garage in 1995. Andy Jassy, the head of Amazon's cloud-computing business, is replacing him.
Montgomery Police Investigating Fatal 4th of July Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting. The shooting occurred on Sunday, July 4, around 5:30 pm. Police responded to the intersection of Seaton Blvd and Vaughn Road. At the scene, they located an adult male suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Southbound Lanes of I-65 Closed at Mile Marker 217 Due to Crash
Southbound lanes of I-65 are closed. The lanes closures are due to a single vehicle crash that occurred around 10:17 a.m., near mile marker 217 in Chilton County.
Search for Victims Resumes after Rest of South Florida Condo Building Demolished
Rescuers have resumed their search for victims at a collapsed South Florida condo building after demolition crews set off a string of explosives that brought down the structure in a plume of dust Sunday night.
ALDOT Announces I-65 Resurfacing Project in Butler County
An Alabama Department of Transportation resurfacing project on Interstate 65 in Butler County from the County Road 41 overpass to one mile south of the Lowndes County line will begin on Monday, July 12, weather permitting.
Lawmakers Explore Prison Options, Use of COVID Relief Funds
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Legislative leaders are continuing to discuss prison construction and renovation alternatives, including if pandemic relief funds can be used to offset costs or renovating and building prisons. Key lawmakers say they expect to continue discussions this…
Supreme Court Rules Against Inmate in Death Penalty Case
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled against an Alabama inmate whose lawyers argued that his trial counsel should have done more to try to show he is intellectually disabled and therefore he should be spared a…
Hospitals: Almost All COVID-19 Patients Unvaccinated
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Alabama Hospital Association said that 94% of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 did not get vaccinated against the virus as the group announced a new initiative to encourage more people to get the shots. The organization…
Montgomery Police Investigating Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident
Montgomery police are investigating the death of a pedestrian who was hit and killed by a car.
Two Shot in Montgomery; One Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left two men hurt.
On Your Side Consumer Alert: Tyson Recalling 8.5 Million Pounds of Chicken Products
This is an On Your Side Consumer Alert from Alabama News Network: Tyson is recalling 8.5 million pounds of chicken products because of possible listeria contamination.
Montgomery House Fire Under Investigation
The Montgomery Fire Department is investigating a house fire on Greg Drive. The fire happened Saturday at a one-story home. Firefighters were able to rescue eight pets. The two people inside were able to get out and received medical treatment,…
Trump Voices Radio Ad for Mo Brooks in U.S. Senate Race
Former President Donald Trump has voiced a radio ad for U.S. Rep Mo Brooks as he tries to sway the outcome of the state’s Senate race.
Democrat Christopher Countryman of Dothan Running for Governor
A licensed minister, motivational speaker and civil and human rights activist has set his eye on the Alabama Governor’s mansion.
Republican Stacy George Launches Campaign for Governor
Alabama Department of Corrections officer Stacy George says he will seek the Republican nomination for governor.
Could COVID-19 Relief Money Be Used for Alabama Prisons?
Legislative leaders are continuing to discuss prison construction and renovation alternatives, including if pandemic relief funds can be used to offset costs or renovating and building prisons.
Inmate Death Reported at Bullock Correctional Facility
An Alabama prison inmate has died after an apparent assault last month at Bullock Correctional Facility. The Alabama Department of Corrections said Edwin Brazil, 40, died June 22 at a hospital from injuries sustained in an apparent assault by a…
Disabled Vet Killed, Man Hurt in Camden Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Camden after a disabled veteran is killed -- and her husband is hurt -- in a shooting. Camden Assistant Police Chief Keldric Powell…
Alabama Biologists Teach Montgomery Youth Fishing Skills
Montgomery kids were given a chance to learn a new skill Friday morning. The city of Montgomery and the Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries hosted 'Go Fish, Alabama.' Local children were taught by volunteers the necessary steps and…
Selma Police Charge Man with Murder in June Shooting
The Selma Police Department has made an arrest in the shooting death of 26-year-old Tyquan Fikes of Selma. Michael Laval Jackson, Jr., 20, of Selma is charged with Murder in Fikes' death.
Former ADOC Officer Trainee Sentenced to Over 11 Years for Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine
United States Attorney Sean P. Costello of the Southern District of Alabama announced that Terrence Dramon Tolbert, 40, of Brewton, was sentenced on June 29, to 135 months’ imprisonment for his possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine on February 24, 2020. In January of 2021, Tolbert pled guilty to the charge in federal court in Mobile.
AG Steve Marshall Reminds Consumers to Submit Terminix Claims by July 5
Attorney General Steve Marshall reminds consumers that July 15 is the deadline to submit claims in the State’s historic $60 million settlement with Terminix International. The Attorney General’s settlement provides compensation for Terminix’s alleged illegal business practices that victimized thousands…
Mobile Police: 23 Shots Fired into Home of Alabama Senator Vivian Figures
Mobile police are investigating a shooting at the home of an Alabama lawmaker. Officers responded to the home of state senator Vivian Davis Figures on Thursday, July 1, around 5 a.m. Mobile police counted 23 shots fired into the lawmakers's home.
