Huntsville chosen for U.S. Space Command Headquarters
Huntsville will now be the new permanent home of the U.S. Space Command Headquarters. Governor Ivey and several officials made the announcement Wednesday afternoon. “I couldn’t be more…
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Whataburger to Provide Help to Alabama State University with Its Return to Montgomery
As Alabama News Network reported last year, the Whataburger restaurant chain will be returning to Montgomery. With its return comes a way that the restaurant will be helping Alabama State University. Chief Marketing Officer Rich Scheffler says a partnership…
Trump on Verge of 2nd Impeachment after Capitol Siege
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump is on the verge of being impeached for a second time. He faces a single charge, "incitement of insurrection," after telling a mob of loyalists to, as he put it, "fight like hell" against…
Facing House Censure Call, Brooks Says He Won't Apologize
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Two House Democrats have proposed that Congress censure U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks, arguing his remarks at a rally of President Donald Trump's supporters incited the mob that attacked the U.S. Capitol. Brooks said Tuesday that his…
Dallas Co. Deputies Get New High Tech Crime Fighting Tool
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new state of the camera system is improving the process Dallas County deputies use to investigate crime scenes. OSCR-360 is a new state of the art camera system…
Special Election Announced for Montgomery City Council District Three
The City of Montgomery has announced a special election for Montgomery City Council District Three. The seat was vacated by the late, former City Councilman Tracy Larkin, who passed away on January 5. The special election will take place on…
Funeral arrangements announced for Montgomery City Councilor Tracy Larkin
Funeral arrangements for Montgomery City Councilor Tracy Larkin have been announced. Councilor Larkin will lie in repose in the council chambers at Montgomery City Hall on Saturday, January 16, from 8:00AM…
Ivey urges patience with Alabama's vaccine rollout
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is urging people to be patient amid the…
Records: Alabama man on bond arrested after Capitol riot
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - An man who was out on bond on drug charges on the condition he not leave the state of Alabama has been taken into custody…
Carver High School in Montgomery to go Virtual for Two Weeks
Students and staff at Carver High School in Montgomery are being forced to go virtual for two weeks. Montgomery Public Schools officials announced the decision Tuesday after an employee with the system tested positive for COVID-19 and was in close…
Large Business Fire Under Investigation in Brundidge
The Brundidge Fire Department is investigating a large fire Tuesday morning at Car City on Highway 231. Fire crews were called the business in the 600 block of Highway 231 just before 5 a.m. Tuesday. Officials say two buildings caught…
Thousands Party in Streets after Alabama Win Despite Virus
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Thousands of excited football fans ignored pandemic precautions and partied in streets around the University of Alabama after the Crimson Tide defeated Ohio State for the national championship. City officials had urged people to watch the…
Pence and Trump Appear to Reach Détente after a Week of No Communication
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence appear to have come to a détente after nearly a week of silence, anger, and finger-pointing. A senior administration official says the two met Monday evening in the Oval…
Congressman Barry Moore Deletes Twitter Account After Suspension
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - U.S. Rep. Barry Moore's personal Twitter account was suspended following tweets he shared in the wake of the riot at the U.S. Capitol. He then deleted his account.…
Wilcox Co. Commissioner Michael Saulsberry Has Died
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Wilcox County are mourning the loss of county commissioner -- and long-time educator -- Michael Saulsberry. Commissioner Michael Saulsberry died Sunday -- at age 44 -- following…
Andalusia Health Not Allowing Hospital Visitors
Andalusia Health has announced that it will no longer permit visitors to its hospital, effective today at 5PM. It says it wants to help ensure the safety of its patients, providers, employees and community. The policy is in effect until…
Some Local Homeowners Are Eligible to Seek Federal Hurricane Zeta Aid
The Alabama Emergency Management Agency is asking Alabama News Network and other broadcasters to help spread the word that federal help may be available if you had damage during Hurricane Zeta. If your primary home is in Clarke, Dallas, Marengo,…
State ABC Board Temporarily Closing 41 Stores Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
The Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is temporarily closing 41 ABC stores across the state, effective January 16. The board says it's making the decision for the safety of employees and customers as the number of COVID-19 cases rises. “Closing…
Barry Moore Deactivates Twitter Account After Being Suspended from Platform
U.S. Rep. Barry Moore's personal Twitter account was suspended following tweets he shared in the wake of the riot at the U.S. Capitol. He then deleted his account. It wasn't immediately clear what led to the suspension, but the congressman…
FBI: Armed Protests Possible in All State Capital Cities Leading Up to Biden Inauguration
The FBI is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capital cities and in Washington leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. The warning comes just days after…
Whataburger Breaking Ground on New Montgomery Location Wednesday
On January 13, Whataburger and the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate Montgomery’s new Whataburger at the future site of the restaurant at 6970 Eastchase Loop, scheduled to open in spring. During the event,…
Two Sought, One Arrested in Andalusia Murder Investigation
Andalusia police are searching two suspects in reference to the investigation into the Murder of 26-year-old Micah Spencer Coon. Police identified the suspects as Courtney Lee Porter, 29, and Tyquise Jamal Jenkins, 22. On November 16, 2020, police found Coon…
Two Elmore County Schools Transition to Virtual for Remainder of the Week
Elmore County Superintendent Richard Dennis announced that two schools within the school system will go virtual. The school will go virtual for the remainder of the week of January 11-15. The schools transitioning to virtual are Coosada Elementary and Holtville…
Alabama Airports Contribute $4.9 Billion Annually to State and Local Economies
On Monday, January 11, Governor Kay Ivey announced that the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Aeronautics Bureau released the summary findings of the 2020 Statewide Airport Economic Impact Study. According to the study, Alabama’s system of 80 public airports are…
Auburn University Faculty Members Dissatisfied with Provost Bill Hardgrave's Pandemic Plan
The top academic officer at Auburn University is facing a no-confidence vote by faculty members this week over lingering dissatisfaction with his handling of class scheduling around the coronavirus pandemic. According to reports, the University Senate is scheduled to meet…
