Alabama House Committee Advances Protest Bill After Changes
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers have advanced a revised bill that would stiffen penalties for participating…
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Montgomery City Council Approves Reed's $50 Million Reinvestment Plan
The Montgomery City Council has voted unanimously to approve Mayor Steven L. Reed's initiative to reinvest $50 million in Montgomery neighborhoods, community centers, public safety infrastructure and public transportation. Mayor Reed revealed the plan Monday as part of the City's…
Selma and Dallas Co. Officials Prepare for Severe Weather Event
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The threat of inclement weather has officials in Selma and Dallas County making preparations to keep people safe. City and county officials learned what to expect during…
Three Alabama Lawmakers Test Positive for COVID-19
Three Alabama lawmakers have tested positive for COVID-19. Alabama House of Representative spokesman Clay Redden said three lawmakers receive positive COVID-19 test results this week. He did not disclose the names of the legislators for privacy reasons. Lawmakers and legislative…
How to Prepare for Severe Weather
Severe weather is expected to hit the entire state of Alabama, Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning. Below are some steps you can take to be prepared before the storms hit. Be Weather-Ready: Check…
Governor Ivey Issues State of Emergency Ahead of Expected Severe Weather Across Alabama
On Tuesday, March 16, Governor Kay Ivey issued a State of Emergency for all 67 counties in Alabama. Governor Ivey issued the State of Emergency ahead of potential Severe Weather across the state. The state of emergency goes into effect…
Alabama Legislative Advances Bill Outlawing Hormonal Treatments for Transgender Minors
A legislative committee has advanced a bill that would outlaw using hormonal treatments and puberty blockers to treat transgender minors. The House Health Committee on Tuesday approved the bill that would make it a felony to use puberty-blocking drugs, hormonal…
Closings and Cancellations for Thursday
Alabama News Network is tracking closings and cancellations due to the potential for severe weather Thursday. We will be updating this list as we get additional closings and cancellations. SCHOOLS: Autauga County Schools - Delayed opening for 2 hours Thursday…
Elmore County Public Schools Releases Severe Weather Plans for March 17-18
Elmore County Schools are open for Wednesday, March 17. The announcement comes from Superintendent Richard Dennis. Dennis says he consulted with Elmore County EMA to make the decision due to Severe Weather expected in the area. Dennis says if the…
Alorica Hiring Over 400 Work-from-Home Employee in Montgomery
A Montgomery company is hiring over 400 employees. Customer experience solutions provider Alorica is the company doing the hiring. The company has announced that they will be hiring for work-from-home positions to qualified candidates (e.g. high-speed internet requirements). Applicants will…
Montgomery Police Officer Facing Child Abuse Charges, Placed on Administrative Leave
Montgomery police have initiated disciplinary proceedings against a fellow officer. Montgomery police officer, Horton Owens, 35, faces Child Abuse charges. The Montgomery Police Department launched an investigation on Monday, March 15 after receiving notice from the Municipal Court Magistrates Office.…
Troy University to Resume Normal Operations in Fall 2021
Troy University has announced a return to normal operations beginning with the Fall commencement via a letter to students, faculty and staff. The campus will continue to operate using TROY Strong procedures until…
2 Killed in Shooting Outside Tuscaloosa Paper Plant
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Police say two men found dead in the parking lot of a paper plant in Tuscaloosa died in an apparent murder-suicide during a shift change. Officers called to Dixie Pulp and Paper late Monday found two…
Former Trussville Deputy Indicted on Child Porn Charges
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A former Alabama sheriff’s deputy has been indicted on about two dozen child pornography charges. The attorney general's office says 56-year-old Phillip Wayne Humphries of Trussville was indicted by grand jurors in Jefferson County, where he…
Lottery Bills Head to Committee on Wednesday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama Senate committee will review dueling lottery proposals this week. The Senate Tourism and Marketing Committee meets Wednesday. Sen. Del Marsh, who chairs the committee, said two lottery bills will be debated by the committee.…
Birmingham Likely to Extend Mask Order as State Mandate Ends
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — The president of the Birmingham City Council says Alabama’s largest city likely will extend a mandate requiring face masks in public despite the state’s plan to end the statewide rule next month. Gov. Kay Ivey has…
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed Proposes $50 Million in City Improvements
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed hopes the city council will go along with his plan to bring an estimated $50 million in capital improvements to the city. He announced the plan at a news conference Monday. Some of the improvements Mayor…
Montgomery Police Investigating Two Weekend Homicides
Montgomery police say they're investigating two separate homicide cases that both happened Sunday. Police say the victims of the homicides were 39-year-old Marcus Brown and 31-year-old Abimael Zunun, both of Montgomery. Police say they and fire medics responded to the…
City of Selma Honors Legacy of Hometown Hero FD Reese
The city of Selma honors the life and impact -- of native son -- Dr. Frederick Douglas Reese. Reese was a key figure in the struggle for voting rights in Selma. March 21st has…
Montgomery Housing Authority Opening Two Wait Lists in March
Montgomery Housing Authority’s (MHA) has two wait lists that it will be opening in March. The first one is the Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist (formerly Section 8) which will open March 16 – 18. The HCVP program provides rental assistance…
2021 SLE Rodeo Week Preview
The annual SLE Livestock and Rodeo are back in Montgomery this week. The 2020 Rodeo was canceled this time last year after the first case of COVID-19 entered Alabama. Just one year…
Millbrook Police Searching for Burglary Investigation Suspect
The Millbrook Police Department is searching for a suspect in a Burglary Investigation. Police say Jamarcus Denzel Tyre is wanted for Theft of Property 4th degree, Burglary 3rd degree, and 6 counts of Unlawful Breaking & Entering of a Vehicle.…
Former Student Sentenced to 20 Years for 2017 Lee High School Shooting
A former Robert E. Lee High School student will spend 20 years in prison for a 2017 shooting that critically injured a fellow student, District Attorney Daryl Bailey announced Monday. Judge J. R. Gaines sentenced Quinterrious Norman to 20 years…
Troy University Fraternity Raises $90,000 for Wounded Soldiers
Troy University’s chapter of Alpha Tau Omega presented a $90,000 check to Jeep Sullivan’s Wounded Warrior Outdoor Adventures, a charity that provides hunting, fishing, and myriad of other outdoor experiences to…
Biden Calls on Gene Sperling to Oversee COVID-19 Relief Package
FILE - In this Jan. 31, 2014 file photo, Gene Sperling, Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Director of National Economic Council, left, listens as Vice President Joe Biden speaks during Biden's meeting with…
