Details Released in Fatal Monday Morning Troy Highway Crash
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a traffic collision that resulted in three fatalities. On Monday, November 16, at about 5:50 a.m., MPD and Fire Medics responded to a…
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Montgomery Man Charged with Murder in October Shooting
Montgomery police have charged a suspect in fatal shooting of Kevontae Blount, 19, of Montgomery. The shooting happened on October 8, in the 3000 block of Kelly Circle. On Tuesday, November 17, MPD officers took Rashaud Monta, 28, of Montgomery…
Governor Ivey Announces $200 Million Revive Plus Program to Benefit Small Businesses
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced Revive Plus, a $200 million grant program to support small businesses, non-profits and faith-based organizations in Alabama that have been impacted by COVID-19. Revive Plus is the second wave of funding for these organizations…
ADPH Warns Alabamians of Risks of Gathering During Thanksgiving Holiday
The coronavirus pandemic is prompting Alabamians to make difficult decisions about how and whether families and friends gather for Thanksgiving 2020. The virus that causes COVID-19 transmits easily, in gatherings small and large, and many people with the virus have…
Pfizer: COVID-19 shot 95% Effective, Seeking Clearance Soon
Pfizer has announced more results in its ongoing coronavirus vaccine study that suggest the shots are 95% effective. The company also said that the vaccine appears to protect older people most at risk of dying from COVID-19. The surprise announcement,…
Covid-19 Cases Increase Over The Last Week in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - More than 2,000 new cases of COVID-19 have been added daily over the last week across Alabama as state hospitals treat more and more people suffering from the illness caused by the new coronavirus. With caseloads…
Wanted 17-Year-Old Arrested After Robbery of a Millbrook Marathon Gas Station
A 17-year-old male who has been wanted by the Montgomery Police Department for felony charges is now behind bars after a robbery of a Millbrook Marathon gas station. According to the Millbrook Police Department on Tuesday, November 17, at 1:00…
District 26 Democratic Primary Heads To Runoff
The Democratic Primary for the District 26 State Senate will be decided in a runoff. The two candidates who received the most votes were Kirk Hatcher, who received 47.93% and John Knight who received 20.81% of vote. Hatcher is a…
Rep. Terri Sewell Presents 9th Annual and First Virtual Job Fair
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Congresswoman Terri Sewell is hosting her 9th Annual Job Fair this week -- in spite of COVID-19. However, this year's job fair -- will be virtual. The COVID-19 pandemic…
Mayor Reed Encourages Residents to Follow CDC Guidelines During Holidays
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed met with Alabama State Health Officer, Dr. Scott Harris, on Tuesday to remind city residents to stay cautious during the holiday season. As Montgomery COVID-19 cases have risen this month,…
Family of Injured Police Officer Receives Donated Van
After waiting almost two months, officials from Stivers Ford held a ceremony to present Carlos Taylor, and his family, with their newly finished wheelchair accessible van. The family met at Superior…
New Orleans Cancels All Mardi Gras Parades
A New Orleans spokesman says there won't be any parades on Mardi Gras or in the weeks leading up to it because they can't fit within crowd restrictions to…
'Women In Training' Hosting Turkey Giveaway This Saturday
If you know someone who needs helping putting thanksgiving dinner on the table this year, the city of Montgomery has teamed up with a local non-profit to a Turkey Giveaway this Saturday…
Calera Man on Trial for Killing Nude Exhibitionist Wife
A Calera man is on trial for murder in the killing of his wife Kathleen Dawn West. West lived a double life as both a stay-at-home mom and an online exhibitionist. Jurors heard opening statements Tuesday in the trial of…
Senator Cam Ward Named Director of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles
Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday, November 17, announced that she is appointing Sen. Cam Ward (R-Alabaster) to serve as director of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. Currently in his third term in the Alabama State Senate, Ward serves…
City of Union Springs Appoints New Police Chief and City Clerk
According to new Union Springs Mayor Roderick Clark, Union Springs police Capt. Ronnie Felder was appointed as the new city's new police chief and Terronda Hooks as the city clerk…
Alabama News Network's "Magical Christmas Toy Drive" Underway at Eastdale Mall
Alabama News Network's Magical Christmas Toy Drive has become a holiday tradition for everyone in our area. This is our 7th annual event to collect toys for the Salvation Army of Montgomery to deliver to children in need. This year,…
ALSDE Honoring Educators with Special "Thank You Alabama Teachers Week"
The Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) has announced it will honor educators across Alabama with a special Thank Alabama Teachers Week beginning Monday, Nov. 16 through Sunday, Nov. 22. Individuals and businesses throughout the state are encouraged to express…
The City of Mobile Planning for 2021 Mardi Gras Despite Pandemic
The city of Mobile is moving ahead with plans to hold Mardi Gras celebrations in early 2021 despite the coronavirus pandemic. Some groups already have called off parades and balls over concerns…
Armed Man Found on Roof of Hunstville Restaurant Shot by Police
Authorities say a man who was found on the roof of an Huntsville restaurant is dead after being shot by police during a standoff. A spokesman for the Huntsville Police Department said that officers got a call about an armed…
Amazon Opens Online Pharmacy, Shaking up Another Industry
Amazon has opened an online pharmacy, giving shoppers the chance to buy their medication on their phones and computers. The move propels Amazon into a new business and could shake up the pharmacy industry. Big chains like CVS and Walgreens…
Trump Campaign Lawsuit over Pennsylvania Vote Heads to Court
A hearing on the Trump campaign's federal lawsuit seeking to prevent Pennsylvania officials from certifying the vote results remains on track. It's scheduled for Tuesday in Williamsport, after the judge quickly denied the campaign's new lawyer's request for a delay.…
One Dead After Andalusia Shooting Monday Night
Andalusia Police responded to a report of a shooting at 142 George Street at about 9:30 p.m. Monday. Upon arrival, they found one person dead. No names have been released at this time. If you have any information on this…
PNC Buying BBVA's U.S. Subsidiary for $11.6 Billion
PNC Financial Services Group says it is buying the U.S. subsidiary of Spain’s BBVA bank for $11.6 billion in cash. BBVA’s U.S. operations are based in Houston, Texas. It has $104 billion in assets and operates 637 branches, mainly in…
Second Company Announces 90% or Higher COVID Vaccine
Moderna announced that their coronavirus vaccine is 94.5% effective. They join Pfizer as the second drug company to have a 90% or higher effective vaccine. The U.S topped 11 million cases this past week…
