'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…
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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…
Three People Arrested in Magnolia Community Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Three people are behind bars charged with capital murder in the death of a Marengo County man. Sheriff Ben Bates says 32 year old Michael McGhee of Faunsdale --…
Ingram State Technical College Offers Career Training to Inmates
Inmates in Alabama can look forward to a productive life after release thanks to the programs offered at Ingram State Technical College. Ingram State is the only college in the state that caters…
Update: Two Dead as Result of Two Vehicle Crash Between Norman Bridge Road and South Court Street
Montgomery police say two people are dead as a result of a two-vehicle crash. The crash occurred around 3:50 pm near Norman Bridge Road and South Court Street. The names…
New Traffic Lights on Taylor Road to be Turned on Monday Night
On Tuesday, November 17, morning commuters should notice a traffic change on Taylor Road. Monday evening the new traffic signal at Taylor Road and Interstate 85 North will be operational and the designated U-Turn at Wadsworth Way will be open.…
City of Mobile Plans to Move Forward with Mardi Gras Celebrations 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 because over concerns about spreading the virus that causes COVID-19.…
Marijuana Becoming More Widely Accepted Across America
Recreational marijuana initiatives passed in four states this year, from liberal New Jersey to conservative Montana and South Dakota. The results prove how broadly accepted marijuana has become throughout the country and across party lines. In South Dakota and Montana,…
Update: Man Killed in Ann Street Shooting Shot through Windshield
Montgomery police have identified the man killed in shooting Friday afternoon in 900 block of Ann Street. Police say the victim is 27-year-old Jimmy Borom the third. 24-year-old…
Overturned Log Truck Causes Traffic Delays in Crenshaw County
An overturned log truck is causing delays in Crenshaw County Monday morning. According to Crenshaw County Office's Facebook page, the accident is on North Glenwood Drive. The wreck does involve entrapment and downed powerlines. There are no injuries reported…
Trump Campaign Retreats from Key Claim in Pennsylvania Suit
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - President Donald Trump's campaign is withdrawing a central part of its lawsuit seeking to stop the certification of the election results in Pennsylvania. Democrat Joe Biden captured the state to help win the White House. Ahead…
Moderna Set to Provide a Promising Vaccine Against Covid-19
There's more promising news on the COVID-19 vaccine front as Moderna says its shot provides strong protection against the…
Golden Boy Foods to Create 67 Jobs in $13M Alabama Expansion
TROY, Ala. (AP) - A food manufacturing company is set to expand its production of peanut butter products in southeast Alabama with a $13 million project. Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced the plan by Golden Boy Foods in Troy.…
Alabama Adds Nearly 3,000 Virus Cases in Single Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - On Friday Alabama added almost 3,000 COVID-19 cases, the highest number reported in a single day since the pandemic began. State Health Officer Scott Harris says the number accurately reflects that Alabama is seeing increased community…
