Inmates and Homeless May Qualify for Stimulus Checks
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Activist groups in Selma say thousands of people -- are missing out on millions of dollars they're entitled to -- from the federal government. Members…
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Wetumpka Celebrates Annual 'Pink Walk' for Breast Cancer Awareness
The Joy To Life Foundation and City of Wetumpka held their annual Pink Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Members of the Wetumpka community gathered at the Civic Center to walk a…
Capital Murder Suspect Charged in Death of Toddler
Montgomery Police has charged a suspect with capital murder in the death of a two year old from over the weekend. Police say 2-year-old Cole Cherry of Montgomery was transported to a local hospital Friday night after being physically assaulted.…
MPD: Homicide Investigation Underway in Wednesday Night Shooting
Montgomery Police say the victim is Wednesday night's shooting on Park Towne Way has died. Police say 49-year-old Marlon Roberts was transported to the hospital with a life-threatening gunshot wound. Roberts died from his injuries at the hospital. Officers responded…
COVID-19 Testing Event Held in Shorter Thursday
On Thursday, October 15, The COVID-19 Specimen Collection Clinics conducted a Drive-Thru COVID-19 testing event. The event hosted at Shorter Farmer's Market was from 9am-11am. The ADPH tested those who are…
Major Renovations Planned For Garrett Coliseum
The City of Montgomery has big plans for Garrett Coliseum. Just last week, ownership of the coliseum officially transferred from the State of Alabama to the city. Montgomery City Council President Charles…
Alabama Health Officials Hold Briefing on COVID-19 Vaccination Plan
On Thursday State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris, and Alabama Department of Public Health officials previewed their preliminary plan for COVID-19 vaccines. Officials say that initially any  vaccine will be scarce,…
WATCH: Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban Talks about His Positive COVID-19 Test
Alabama head football coach Nick Saban spoke to reporters via Zoom tonight to discuss his positive COVID-19 test result. Alabama News Network was the only Montgomery TV station to carry…
Officials Meet to Encourage Residents to Vote for School System Funding
On Wednesday, Oct. 14, county officials along with retired military personnel met to encourage voters to vote 'Yes' on the school systems funding. Mayor Reed, County Commissioner Doug Singleton, and MPS…
Five People Behind Bars After Two Drug Busts in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Five people are arrested Tuesday night in Dallas County -- after two separate traffic stops -- end in drug busts. Sheriff Mike Granthum say 40 year old Matthew Chancey…
No SAT, ACT Required for Admission to Troy University in 2021
Troy University has waived its standardized college entrance exam requirement and extended its scholarship deadline for the 2021 admissions cycle. “COVID-19 has caused numerous testing sites to either cancel or reschedule entrance exams and students are having difficulty registering for…
Spirit of Liberty Foundation Thanks Montgomery Healthcare Professionals
The Spirit of Liberty Foundation partnered with the Alabama Hospital Association to thank healthcare professionals and first responders for their work during the pandemic. Members of the non-profit flew to Montgomery and…
Joy to Life Foundation Expands Services into North Alabama
The Montgomery-based Joy to Life Foundation and the Alabama Department of Public Health have announced that Joy to Life will expand funding for breast cancer screening services into North Alabama. The expansion is made through the Alabama Department of Public…
ASU Removes Bibb Graves' Name Off Residential Hall
Alabama State University will soon be removing renaming one of its buildings. On Wednesday, October 14, the university removed the name of former Alabama governor Bibb Graves off of one of its residential halls. https://www.facebook.com/asu/videos/1079415975863102 Graves served as governor…
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Pushing Through the Pandemic
The pandemic has hit theaters across the country pretty hard, specifically our local Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Alabama Shakespeare Festival: A River Region treasure since 1985. "These whole grounds, which were Red Blount's yard... a part…
Drive-Up COVID-19 Tests Offered in Macon County Thursday
The Alabama Department of Public Health says a drive-up COVID-19 testing clinic will be held Thursday, October 15, in Macon County. The tests will be offered from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Shorter Farmer’s Market, 16675 U.S. Highway…
Montgomery County Deputies Searching for Convenience Store Thief
Montgomery County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating the theft of money from a convenience store office. Investigators say on Wednesday, September 30, an unknown male entered the Ztec convenience store in the 10000 block of Chantilly Parkway. Once inside, they…
Central Alabama Fall Festival in Selma Called a "Mild Success"
Organizers of the Central Alabama Fall Festival in Selma say this year's event was a mild success. The festival replaced the annual Central Alabama Fair because of COVID-19 concerns. Manager John Haskell says attendance was better than expected, but still…
Tuskegee Police Investigating Two Deadly Shootings Tuesday
The Tuskegee Police Department has opened two homicide investigations after deadly shootings Tuesday. Tuskegee Police have arrested 24-year-old Quantavious Jackson in connection to a shooting in the 500 block of Crenshaw Circle. Jackson is charged with murder and is in…
"Big Mo" helps 'Real Men Wear Pink' to help Fight Breast Cancer
Southern League baseball may have been suspended for the year but "Big Mo," the Biscuits mascot, did make it out to some games Tuesday. In partnership with the American Cancer Society, "Big Mo" was at the Whetstone Sports Complex in…
AEA Issues Statement on Montgomery Teacher Protest
The Alabama Education Association has released a statement regarding the protest of some teachers in Montgomery Public Schools over the return to in-person classes. Starting today, students now have the option of going to school or continue with virtual learning.…
Dallas Co. Patrol Cars Get On Board Computers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's Office has a new high-tech crime fighting tool to use -- to help protect and serve the public. Sheriff Mike Granthum says every car in…
Montgomery Hospital Opens New Care Clinic In Greenville
Jackson Hospital opened it's fifth care clinic in Greenville on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The clinic offers patients primary care like regular check-ups and vaccinations. The clinic also provides Greenville residents specialized care in urology,…
ADAI Accepting Applications for USDA Organic Cost-Share Reimbursement Program
Alabama growers and handlers of organic agricultural products can recover part of the cost associated with their USDA certification. The reimbursement covers 50% of certification costs, up to a maximum of $500. The cost-share program makes it easier for certified…
Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals Upholds Murder Conviction for Man Sentenced to 139 Years
The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals has upheld the reckless murder conviction of Ladarius Orlando Laffitte, 30. Laffitte also was charged with two counts of first degree assault. The reckless murder conviction on September 25, 2019 was for the death…
