Oscar and Emmy-winning actor Cloris Leachman Dies at 94
Cloris Leachman, a character actor whose depth of talent brought her an Oscar for the "The Last Picture Show" and Emmys for her comedic…
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Coronavirus Pandemic Causing Shortage of Substitute Teachers
The number of available substitute teachers is not meeting the demand for them. The reason is because of COVID-19 protocol, more teachers are out for extended periods of time. Although a teacher…
New COVID-19 Variant Found in Montgomery County
The Alabama Department of Public Health says a new and more highly transmissible COVID-19 variant has been identified in three Alabama residents. Two are from Montgomery County and one is from Jefferson County. ADPH says two are children under 19…
Troy Man Charged with Shooting into Occupied Home on Three Notch Street
On Wednesday January 27, the Troy Police Department arrested Reco Dynell Harris, 19, of Troy. He is charged with Discharging a Firearm into an Occupied Dwelling. The arrest was made in connection with a shooting that occurred on Saturday, January…
Republican Party to Stay Neutral If Trump Runs for President Again
The head of the Republican National Committee is declining to encourage former President Donald Trump to run for the White House in 2024. RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel told The Associated Press today that the party would stay "neutral" in its…
On Your Side Consumer Alert: Apple Warns of Security Flaws
Apple is urging iPhone and iPad users to update their devices to fix security flaws that might have been "actively exploited" by hackers. Apple made the software upgrades available Tuesday, adding a rare note suggesting it was a serious threat.…
Chicken Tender Chain Planning Four Restaurants in Montgomery County
Florida-based Huey Magoo's Chicken Tenders says it will be expanding into Alabama with plans to open four restaurants in Montgomery County. In a news release, the company says that franchise operators Scott Pratt and Doug Harris will open the…
Woman Injured in Arbor Station Apartment Shooting Dies
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation after a woman died from her injuries suffered in a shooting. On Tuesday, January 26, around 2:19 pm, Montgomery police and medics responded to a call of a person shot. The shooting occurred…
Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Family Central Website
Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced the Alabama Family Central website, a free, comprehensive, easy-to-use website with mobile access that offers parents and caregivers, families, and teachers a one-stop connection to programs and services in Alabama. Programs, tools and information on child care, education, family services…
Tornado leaves path of destruction in Alabama, killing 1
FULTONDALE, Ala. (AP) — A terrifying nighttime tornado that blasted through suburban Birmingham, trapping families in the remnants of shattered homes and killing a teenager sheltering in his basement, left a trail of destruction Tuesday that stunned even longtime…
Woman Arrested for Tossing Contraband Over Wall at Macon County Jail
On Tuesday, January 26, around 11:30am, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office assisted by Alabama Drug Enforcement Task Force (Region D) and the US Marshals made a significant arrest. Macon County Depuites arrested Candie Harris and charged her with multiple drug…
MPS Parents React to Virtual Learning Decision
On Monday, Jan. 26, the Montgomery Public School board held a press conference announcing all school will go to virtual learning beginning Feb. 1. Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore announced that…
Belk Says It Will File for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
North Carolina-based department store chain Belk says it will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. In our area, the company has stores in Montgomery, Prattville, Selma and Auburn. The Charlotte Observer reports that private equity firm Sycamore Partners made the announcement…
Woman in Critical Condition Following Shooting at Arbor Station Apartments
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that occurred at Arbor Station apartments. Police say that on Tuesday, January 26 around 2:19 pm officers responded to a call of a person shot. The shooting occurred in the 2400 block of Meadowridge…
Newly Renovated St. James Hotel Reopens in Selma
A historic hotel in Selma is finally reopening its doors. The St. James Hotel located at 1200 Water Avenue in Selma had been closed for renovations since 2018. The hotel is the only full…
Jacksonville State Approves the Renaming of Bibb Graves Hall
The Jacksonville State University Board of Trustees today voted to rename the university’s historic Bibb Graves Hall during its quarterly meeting. The 90-year-old structure and campus administration building will now be known as Angle Hall (pronounced “Angel”) in honor of…
Mississippi Considers Allowing Alcohol Delivery to Homes
A bill being considered in the Mississippi Legislature would allow for home delivery of beer, wine and hard liquor. Deliveries could only be made to people 21 or older, and in parts of the state where alcohol sales are legal.…
ADPH Offering Free COVID-19 Vaccines in Several Counties Across Alabama
The Alabama Department of Public Health has announced that it is holding vaccine clinics in several counties across our viewing area. The clinics will be in Macon County, Lee County, Bullock County, Elmore County, Autuga County, Lowdnes County, Tallapoosa County…
Remembering Kobe Bryant One Year After Tragic Helicopter Crash
It's been one year since NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others were killed in a tragic helicopter crash. A day that shocked not just the sports world but the entire world in general. On January 26,…
Medical Breakthroughs: Children Testing Positive+ Minorities and Covid+ Alcohol Irregular Heartbeat
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Hospital Association report more than 200,000 children tested positive for COVID-19 the second week of January. That's the largest weekly increase yet. So far,…
Fultondale Tornado Leaves Several Injured and 1 Dead
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Officials say a tornado left significant storm damage just north of Birmingham, leaving the area with crumpled buildings and downed trees. The National Weather Service in Birmingham says officials are evaluating the damage to determine…
Family Feud in Marion Turns Deadly
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Marion High School student is dead -- after an apparent family feud in Marion -- escalates into a shootout. Marion High senior Kendrell Foster…
Alabama News Network's Chief Photographer Remembers Being on "Larry King Live"
While millions of fans of legendary TV interviewer Larry King are saddened to hear of his death this weekend, there is a special connection to King for one member of the…
Reward Raised to $15,000 for Information in 2014 Montgomery Murder Investigation
Crimestoppers is raising a reward for information in a Murder investigation in hopes that someone comes forwards. They are raising their reward from $1,000 to $5,000. This brings the total reward amount to $15,000 with the Governor's Office and City…
Montgomery City-County Public Library Holds Black History Speech Competition
February is Black history month. The Montgomery City-County Public Library is holding its annual Voices in Black History Speech Competition. The competition is for 3rd through 12th grade students to memorize…
