AP sources: Alabama senator has indicated he won't run again
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - U.S. Sen. Richard C. Shelby of Alabama has indicated to some confidantes that he doesn't intend to run for reelection next year. Some…
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Update: Selma Murder Victim Identified as High School Basketball Coach
This is an update to a story that Alabama News Network first brought you Thursday night: Selma police have now identified the victim in the city's first murder case of 2021. Police…
What the Tech? How to Hold a Virtual Super Bowl Party
For many fans, the game isn't the best part of Super Bowl Sunday. It's the party. Maybe you've always gotten together with the same friends to watch the big game.…
Get Ready for Super Bowl LV on CBS 8!
Super Bowl LV will be on CBS 8! This year's game features the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. This makes the Super Bowl a home game for the Bucs.…
Next Phase of Coronavirus Vaccinations Begins Monday, Feb. 8
Alabama is moving forward to phase 1-B of Coronavirus vaccinations. Phase 1-B includes teachers and educators. ADPH has set up 8 mass vaccination clinics across the state to speed up vaccinations. No appointment is needed for the clinics, and each…
Medical Breakthroughs: Parkinson's Monitoring System+Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy+White Flour Effect on Heart Disease
A high-tech monitoring system could help doctors treat Parkinson's disease. A team of scientists tested a smartwatch on hundreds of patients to capture their movement and tremors throughout the day. by tracking…
Salem Man Dies in Crash Near Smiths Station
A Salem man is dead following a two vehicle crash on Thursday, February 4, around 5 pm. Williams Kent, 61, died when his 2002 Subaru Forrester collided with a 2006 Ford Mustang driven by Rafer E. Springfield, 18, of Phenix…
Trump Rejects Dems' Request to Testify at Impeachment Trial
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats asked Donald Trump to testify under oath for his Senate impeachment trial, challenging him to respond to their charge that he incited a violent mob to storm the Capitol. A Trump adviser said the former…
Lawmakers Fast-Track COVID-19 Bills, Liability Protection
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers on Thursday fast-tracked a pair of pandemic bills — one to exempt coronavirus relief payments from state income tax and another to shield businesses, health care providers, and others from virus-related lawsuits. Alabama Gov.…
Selma PD Investigates City's First Murder of the Year
The Selma Police Department is working the city's first murder of 2021. According to Chief Kenta Fulford, a man was shot at about 6 p.m. Thursday. The shooting happened at the corner of Medical Center Parkway and Oak street in…
Virtual Bridge Crossing Jubilee Preparations Underway
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- COVID-19 has drastically changed the annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee. The event will be totally virtual this year -- and preparations are coming down to the wire. Drew Glover is…
Arrest Made in December 2020 Murder of Montgomery Woman
Montgomery police have charged a man with the death of 23-year-old Stephanie Hale. Police charged Stevie Coleman, 21, of Montgomery with Felony Murder in Hale's death. On Thursday, December 17, 2020 around 3pm, Montgomery police responded to the 5600 block…
Montgomery Ballet Hosting Mardi Gras Themed Events in Prattville February 20, in Pike Road February 27
Montgomery Ballet returns to the stage in 2021 with a three piece line up part of a delightful evening with food, dancing, and revelry. Montgomery Ballet President Larry Stevens says the two-night performance / Mardi Gras party combo, dubbed Masks…
Man Charged with Multiple Bank Robberies Including Prattville Bank Sentenced to Over 12 Years
On Tuesday, February 2, Monte Clayton Lynch, 50, of St. Louis, Missouri, was sentenced to 151 months in prison after pleading guilty to multiple bank robberies in Alabama, Missouri, Tennessee, and Georgia, announced United States Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr.…
Alabama Senate Approves COVID-19 Liability Protection
The Alabama Senate has swiftly approved legislation that would provide businesses and others protection from liability in coronavirus-related lawsuits. The bill passed today without debate on a 27-1 vote. It now moves to the Alabama House of Representatives. Sen. Arthur…
Atlanta Falcons Owner Arthur Blank Donating $17 Million to Civil Rights Museum Expansion
The billionaire owner of the…
Medical Breakthroughs: Sleep and Depression+Breast Cancer and the Brain+Calorie Labels on Alcoholic Bottles
Not getting enough sleep could lead to more depressive symptoms for older adults. that's according to a new study in the journal of American geriatrics society which also found that exercise and…
Medical Breakthroughs: Football Players and Concussions+ Vitamin D and Breast Cancer
College football players are more likely to suffer concussions during preseason practices than during the regular season. A new study published in JAMA Neurology found that nearly half of concussions happened before…
Medical Breakthroughs: Heart Surgeries+Children with COVID+ Knee Replacement
The covid-19 pandemic has led to a substantial decline in heart surgeries. Researchers analyzing a national database found a 53% drop in cardiac surgery compared to 2019 and those who do undergo operations are experiencing worse outcomes. The latest count…
Defend or rebuke? House GOP Faces Difficult Vote Over Greene
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Republicans will be forced to go on the record defending…
Bills on Pandemic Power, Virus Lawsuit Protection Advance
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Legislative committees advanced bills dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, including one to cut the power of the state health officer and another to extend liability protection to businesses. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 7-4 to approve…
Ivey Q&A: Governor Discusses Gambling, Prisons and COVID-19
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama voters should be the ones who decide whether to expand casino offerings or create a state lottery, Gov. Kay Ivey said Wednesday as she vowed to not negotiate a compact with a federal Native American…
Video of Forceful Arrest of Selma Woman Goes Viral
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma police officer is now on administrative duties -- pending an investigation into an incident he was involved in -- that has gone viral on…
2021 Hangout Music Festival Postponed Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
A popular music festival in Gulf Shores has been postponed. Organizers say that the Hangout Music Festival that was originally set for May 21-23, 2021, was postponed due to…
Ivey Q&A: Governor discusses gambling, prisons and COVID
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey says she will not negotiate a compact with a federal Native American tribe unless voters approve expanded gambling. Ivey sat down with reporters Wednesday and said that state voters should have the…
