Safe from the Storm: April 27, 2011 Tornadoes, 10 Years Later
As part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, Alabama News Network is remembering the deadly April 27, 2011, tornadoes with the help of Bluewater Meteorologist Rich Thomas. It…
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Life without Parole: Man Pleads Guilty in 2018 "Good Samaritan" Fatal Stabbing
An Alabama man accused in the stabbing death of a motorist who stopped to assist him pleaded guilty to capital murder. According to reports, 33-year-old Ronald Jason Mann entered the plea during a hearing in Elmore County on Thursday. He…
ALEA: Pedestrian Killed on I-65
A man died after being hit by a vehicle in Autauga County Thursday night. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says a 21-year-old man was hit while in the roadway around 7 p.m. Thursday. State Troopers say the driver left the…
Pinnacle Renewable Energy Holds Drive-Thru Job Fair in Demopolis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new multi-million dollar wood pellet plant under construction in Demopolis -- holds a drive-thru job fair Thursday at the Demopolis Civic Center. Job seekers were able to apply…
Preview: 63rd Annual SLE Rodeo in Montgomery
Today at the Alabama Cattleman Association's annual SLE Rodeo luncheon, officials spoke about what will make this year's events like none other before. The 63rd Annual SLE Rodeo is here once again,…
Debunking Coronavirus Vaccine Myths
With two Coronavirus vaccine products available and another on track to be in use soon, some people are wondering which vaccine is the best? According to Dr. Scott Harris, the top health official…
Russell Medical Plans Major Expansion Thanks to $25 Million Donation
Russell Medical in Alexander City is planning a major expansion. The hospital's President and CEO Jim Peace says the expansion project was made possible by a $25 million donation by Ben and Luanne Russell. The hospital says the gift is…
Second Suspect Charged in Highland Avenue Murder Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department has charged an additional suspect with the death of Terry Dugruise, 49, of Montgomery. On Friday, February 19, around 3:45 p.m., MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 2400 block of Highland Avenue in reference to…
Alabama Amending Execution Procedure to Allow Spiritual Advisor in Execution Chamber
In this November 2005 file photo, Larry Greene, public information director of the Southern Ohio Correctional Facility, demonstrates how a curtain is pulled between the death chamber and witness room at the prison in Lucasville, Ohio.…
Junior League to hold Virtual Women's Leadership Summit
The Junior League of Montgomery invites all women to their fourth annual Women's Leadership Summit. The keynote speaker this year is Colonel Eries Mentzer, Commander at Maxwell Air Force Base. It will be held virtually this year because of the…
ADPH Asks Any Alabama Resident Who Has Tested Positive for COVID-19 to Complete Survey
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is conducting an online survey designed to learn more about the spread of COVID-19 and to supplement ADPH investigation…
Covington County Receives $33,000 to Help Reduce Youth Crime
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $33,000 grant to continue a program aimed at preventing juvenile crime in Covington County. The city of Andalusia along with the Youth Advocate Program will use funds for its Opportunity for Change for Covington…
Suspect in Thanksgiving 2018 Galleria Mall Shooting Indicted on Assault Charges
Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the indictment of Erron Martez Dequan Brown, 23, of Birmingham. Brown faces two assault charges for his role in a shooting at the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover. The shooting occurred on Thanksgiving day in…
One Adult, Two Juveniles Arrested in Wetumpka Theft Investigation
The Wetumpka Police Department have made arrests in a Burglary and Theft Investigation. Wetumpka police identified Tanner Lovvorn, of Titus as a suspect in the investigation. Police also arrested two juvenile suspects. Police say a Crimstoppers tip lead to…
Auburn University Student Newspaper to Stop Print Publishing
Auburn University's student newspaper says it will cease printing after 127 years and become an online-only publication. The Auburn Plainsman announced the change in an online editorial that said it had "reached a breaking point" a year into the COVID-19…
Safe from the Storm: How Are Watches and Warnings Issued?
This is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama. As part of that, Alabama News Network wants to make sure you're always prepared for severe weather. Weather Authority Meteorologist Ryan Stinnett shows you…
Town of Hayneville Receives Over $62,000 in COVID-19 Funding
Governor Kay Ivey has awarded the Town of Hayneville with COVID-19 funding. Governor Ivey awarded the West Alabama town with $62,009.68 to assist with the outbreak. The funding is part of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act…
Fauci: Whatever Vaccine is Available, Take it
WASHINGTON — Dr. Anthony Fauci says if a coronavirus vaccine is available, regardless of which one, take it. The top U.S. infectious disease expert told NBC on Thursday a third vaccine becoming…
Lawmaker Seeks Harsher Penalties for Riots
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama lawmaker is proposing tougher penalties for rioters. Republican Rep. Allen Treadaway, a retired Birmingham assistant police chief, on Wednesday introduced the bill that would make it a felony to knowingly participate in a riot…
UPDATE: Wreck Delays Traffic on I-65 Near Fairview, Commuters Must Take Alternate Route
Update: Morning commuters who usually take I-65 will need to use an alternate route, traffic is delayed on I-65 near Fairview due to a wreck that took place early Thursday morning. This page will be updated once there is additional…
Alabama Senate Approves Medical Marijuana Bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Alabama Senate has approved medical marijuana legislation. Senators voted 21-8 Wednesday to approve the bill. The proposal now moves to the Alabama House of Representatives, where lawmakers have previously been more skeptical of the proposal.…
Committee Advances Transgender Treatment Ban For Minors
An Alabama House of Representatives committee has advanced a bill that would make it a felony for doctors to treat transgender youth with hormonal therapy and puberty blockers to help their transition. The House Judiciary Committee approved the bill on…
ALEA State Troopers Investigate Fatal Truck Crash in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Camden man is killed in a one-vehicle accident -- when he drives his log truck off a bridge -- and into the creek below. "No words…
Alabama Senate Approves Medical Marijuana Bill
The Alabama Senate has approved medical marijuana legislation. Senators voted 21-8 today to approve the bill. The proposal now moves to the Alabama House of Representatives, where lawmakers have previously been more skeptical of the proposal. The bill by Sen.…
MPS Announces Students Will Return to the Classroom
Montgomery Public School Officials have announced students will be returning to face-to-face learning in April. After a long break back and fourth tug of was or sorts, students are officially going back into the classrooms. This news comes just…
