ADPH: All of Alabama Ranks High for Community Transmission of COVID-19
The newest statewide COVID-19 community transmission map puts all of Alabama in the “high” category, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
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Matthew Hammett Announces Run for District 92 Seat in Alabama House
Covington County businessman Matthew Hammett has announced that he is running for the District 92 seat in the Alabama House of Representatives, which represents Covington County and parts of Coffee and Escambia counties.
Student Brings Gun on First Day of School at Dallas Co. High School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The first day of school at Dallas County High School -- was marred by a student bringing a gun to school. Deputies were called out to the school Monday…
Pay It Forward: Connie Johnson of Hayneville
Our Pay It Forward honoree this week is Connie Johnson of Hayneville. She's making a difference by helping the elderly in her community.
TEAM COVERAGE: MPS Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore To Retire in June 2022
Alabama News Network has confirmed that Montgomery Public Schools' superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore will retire after this school year. She spoke to us shortly before the school board meeting to talk about her decision.
Chilton County Deputies Seek Information on Men Who May Have Evidence about Three Burned Bodies
The Chilton County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding men who they think may have evidence in the case of the three burned bodies that were found last month.
U.S. Senate Passes $1 Trillion Infrastructure Bill; Moves to House
The vote was 69-30, with 19 Republicans joining all 50 Democrats in approving it.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Resigns over Sexual Harrassment Allegations
Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D-New York) says he will resign over a barrage of sexual harassment allegations, effective in two weeks.
Victim in July 22 Shooting on Rosa Parks Avenue Dies
The Montgomery Police Department has launched a homicide investigation after the victim in a July 22 shooting died.
Judge Doubts Eviction Ban, but May Lack Power to Stop It
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge who declared the earlier nationwide moratorium on evictions illegal was deeply skeptical Monday of the Biden administration’s new order, but said she may lack the power to do anything about it. U.S. District Judge Dabney…
Police: Suspect Fatally Shot Dog During Motel Break-In
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say a father and son broke into an Alabama motel room and fatally shot the victim's dog, prompting an hours-long standoff with one of the suspects. The Tuscaloosa Police Department says 43-year-old Wade Alan Christian…
Man, Woman Hit by Bullet While Wrestling Over Gun at Church
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — A gun went off in an Alabama church as a man tried to disarm a woman, wounding them both, police said. Linda Walker entered the sanctuary of Amity Baptist Church in Mobile with a gun after…
Pears' Family Plans to Sue Elmore County Sheriff's Office For Wrongful Death
The Pears family and their attorney held a press conference today to announce their plans to sue the elmore county sheriff's office. Andy and Mary Pears says their son did not have to die following an encounter with Elmore County Sheriff's Deputies last month, and they want justice.
Proposed Interstate to Run Through Selma- Dallas Co. Area
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The bi-partisan infrastructure bill making its way through Congress -- could bring a long-awaited interstate through the Selma area. People in Selma are excited about what an interstate would…
Alabama AD Greg Byrne Optimistic About Full Capacity At Football Games
The University of Alabama Athletic Director Greg Byrne spoke to the Montgomery Rotary Club and said reduced capacity for the upcoming season is not even a discussion right now.
Arrest Made in Shooting Death of Goodwater Man
Coosa County Sheriff Michael Howell confirmed to Alabama News Network that an arrest has been made in the shooting death of a man in Goodwater Sunday night.
Wetumpka Man Arrested on Felony Warrants in Auburn
Auburn police say they have arrested a Wetumpka man on felony warrants, charging him with burglary and promoting prison contraband.
Elmore County Schools Looking for Substitute Bus Drivers
The Elmore County school system is starting the school year in need of substitute bus drivers. It's a problem they say is common throughout the state.
Fort Deposit Awarded $2.9 Million Grant for Health Literacy Initiative
The town of Fort Deposit have received a large grant to help fight COVID-19 in their community. The grant was awarded to the town by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Office of Minority Health. Fort…
Alabama's COVID-19 Hospitalizations Highest Since January
The number of COVD-19 patients in Alabama hospitals has risen above 2,000 for the first time since January.
Pentagon to require COVID vaccine for all troops by Sept. 15
The Pentagon will require members of the U.S. military to get the COVID-19 vaccine by Sept. 15, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press.
Opelika Police Seeking Suspect in Car Break-Ins at Hotels
Opelika police want to find the suspect in a series of car break-ins at hotels.
PHOTO GALLERY: Fire Leaves Montgomery Home with Extensive Damage
Montgomery firefighters battled a fire at a home in the 500 block of 5th Street that resulted in extensive damage.
Montgomery Police Searching for Credit Card Fraud Suspect
Montgomery police are searching for a woman who is suspected of making a purchase with a stolen credit card.
Lawsuit Filed in Fatal 12-Vehicle Interstate 65 Pileup in Butler County
A lawsuit has been filed against two trucking companies and a truck driver, which were involved in the fatal 12-vehicle pileup on Interstate 65 in Butler County in June.
