State Legislature Passes Pike Road Property Tax Bill
Pike Road officials say a new high school for the town is needed but won’t be possible without the community’s support for an increased property tax. On Monday, the Alabama Legislature passed…
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Some People in Montgomery Say They'll Still Wear a Face Mask Even If It's Not Required
Alabama News Network has noticed that some people in Montgomery aren't yet ready to ditch their face mask even though COVID-19 cases are on the decline and restrictions are being eased.
Kia Recalls Vehicles a Second Time, Says Owners Should Park Outside
Kia is recalling more than 440,000 vehicles in the U.S. for a second time to fix a problem that can cause engine fires.
"The Wonder Years" to Return to ABC with Montgomery Connection
ABC has announced that it will reboot its hit series "The Wonder Years" this fall. It will feature a Black family living in Montgomery during the late 1960s.
City of Greenville Unveils New Mural Downtown
The City of Greenville cut the ribbon Thursday on a new mural downtown. The "Grateful for Greenville" mural, located at 110 E. Commerce Street, has a postcard theme that features highlights from…
Judge in Case of Father Accused of Killing Infant Son Recuses Herself
Alabama News Network has learned of new developments in the case against Caleb Whisnand, Sr. He's the father accused of killing his 5-week-old son, whose body was found in Lowndes County last week.
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.
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.
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.
