Arrest Made in Attempted Murder Case in Millbrook
Millbrook police say they have made an arrest in an attempted murder case. They say they have arrested 17-year-old Wilik Jamal Milner of Montgomery, charging him with attempted…
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Hyundai Prepares to Unveil Montgomery-Built Santa Cruz
Hyundai has released the first teaser photos of its new Santa Cruz, which it is calling a sport adventure vehicle. The company says the 2022 Santa Cruz will break new ground within the SUV, truck and crossover segments by…
Farmers Get Training Course on Produce Safety
Area farmers had the chance to get free training to help them grow and process produce safely. A course was offered at Harvest Tyme Ministries in Fort Deposit. Organizer Janet Johnson is a…
Prattville Local Business Owners Can Now Decide To Require Masks or Not
The state of Alabama is officially no longer under a statewide mask mandate. Although some cities like Montgomery and Birmingham have their own mandate, most areas are following Governor Kay Ivey's plan for…
Confederate Artifact Stolen from Selma Cemetery Recovered in New Orleans
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The historic Confederate monument stolen from a Selma cemetery has been recovered more than 300 miles away in New Orleans. Thirty-two year old Stanley Warnick and 24 year old…
Montgomery Zoo Delays Zoo Weekend Festivities Saturday Due to Storms
The Montgomery Zoo said Friday that due to storms impacting the River Region, Zoo Weekend festivities planned for April 10 will be delayed until 12PM. The Montgomery Zoo will open for its regular operating hours at 9AM though. All Zoo…
New COVID-19 Alabama School Dashboard Released
The Alabama Department of Public Health has released a new school dashboard of coronavirus cases as of April 9. The latest report shows a slight increase from last week, although several systems did not report due to spring break. ADPH…
Two Arrested, One Wanted after Jefferson Davis Chair Recovered in New Orleans
Two people have been arrested and one is still wanted after the historic Jefferson Davis Chair was recovered…
Baptist Health to Continue Mask Requirements after Statewide Mandate Ends
Baptist Health announced Friday that people will be required to continue wearing masks in all facilities. Officials with the healthcare facility said even though the statewide mandate ends at 5:00PM Friday, the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Alabama…
Amazon secures enough votes to block union effort
Amazon has secured enough votes to block a…
Britain's Prince Philip dies at age 99
LONDON (AP) - Buckingham Palace officials say Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, has died. He was 99. Philip spent a month in the hospital earlier this year before…
Judge Reduces Bond of Man Accused of Killing Elmore County Woman
A district judge has reduced the bond of the man accused of killing a missing Elmore County…
Andalusia Teenager Charged with Murder in Girl's Shooting Death
Andalusia police have charged a teenager with murder in the death of a teenage girl and expects to charge others. Chief Paul Hudson said Damien Beasley, 17, of Andalusia, is being charged as an adult with murder and is being…
Body Found In Tuskegee, Identified As Missing Former University Student
The body found in Tuskegee last Thursday has now been identified. Police say the body has been identified as missing 23-year-old Marquez Duncan. Duncan's body was found near Alabama Avenue and Avenue B in…
Political Analyst Steve Flowers Shares his Thoughts about the Upcoming 2022 State Elections
Political Analyst Steve Flowers is awaiting campaign announcements.. just like the rest of us in Alabama. For Senator Shelby's seat, Flowers says the state doesn't need someone who's already retirement age, but someone much…
Alabama Legislators Approve Lifetime Concealed Carry Permits
The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday approved a measure that will allow Alabama residents to purchase lifetime concealed carry pistol permits. In addition, the bill also creates a database of people prohibited form carrying firearms. Sponsors of the bill…
Vaccination Clinic & Food Giveaway Held Together in Linden
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Three non-profit organizations get together in Marengo County -- to put COVID vaccine in people's arms -- and food in people's bellies. The Moore Wright Group and the United…
President Biden Announces Executive Actions on Gun Control
In President Joe Biden's first notable gun control measures, he has announced executive actions aimed at addressing what the White House calls a "gun violence public health epidemic." In his actions announced Thursday,…
ALEA: Missing Dadeville Woman Found Safe
The search for a missing Dadeville woman is over. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency confirmed to Alabama News Network that 46-year-old Kesha Gaye Burnett has been found safe. Burnett was reported missing…
Pike Road Schools Will Continue to Wear Masks After Governor Ivey's Mask Order Expires
Governor Kay Ivey's mandatory mask order is set to expire Friday, April 9 but some places will not end their COVID-19 protocols. Pike Road Schools announced Thursday students and employee will continue wearing masks through the end of the 2020-21…
Crimestoppers: $1,000 Reward Offered in July 2020 Montgomery Murder Investigation
Family members and loved ones are still coping with the lost of Bernard Hardy Jr. who they say was violently taken away from them in July of 2020. Family members wanted the public to know that Bernard Hardy was a…
Leader of Selma Group that Owns Jefferson Davis Memorial Chair Speaks Out about Its Theft
The theft of a Confederate monument stolen from a Selma cemetery is making headlines across the country. Now the leader of the group that owns the Jefferson Davis Memorial Chair is speaking…
New Coore & Crenshaw Golf Course Coming to Lake Martin Area
Russell Lands is working on a new development for the Lake Martin area which will include a Coore & Crenshaw golf course now under construction. The golf course sits on 250…
Friendship Mission Receives $11,115 from Golf Tournament
Alabama News Network's "Drive Out Homelessness" golf tournament has raised $11,115 for Friendship Mission, which provides emergency food and shelter to those in need. The event was held last month at Lagoon…
