Thunder Truck: Tree Falls on House in Andalusia
Alabama News Network anchor Andrew James is in Thunder Truck this afternoon, checking on conditions throughout the area. He has spent time in Covington County, which has seen some of the heaviest…
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Tropical Storm Conditions Due To Sally Continue Through Wednesday Night
Torrential rain and tropical-storm-force winds are likely this evening into early Thursday for south central and eastern Alabama. Sally was downgraded to a tropical storm with winds near 60 mph. It's picked…
Thunder Truck: Road Update from Butler County
Alabama News Network anchor Andrew James is in Thunder Truck, checking on road conditions throughout the local area as Hurricane Sally pushes through. In Butler County, Greenville Police Chief Justin Lovvorn…
West Alabama Still Reporting Low Census Response Rates
The workforce development council called West Alabama Works reports that several counties in that part of the state are still lagging behind in responding to the 2020 Census. The deadline for people to fill out the census forms is September…
Former Montgomery County Commissioner Jiles Williams Dies
Former Montgomery County Commissioner Jiles Williams has died. The Montgomery County Commission confirmed his passing last night. He served as District 4 Commissioner for nearly two decades from 2000 to 2016. Montgomery County Commission Chair Elton Dean said "He was…
Notasulga Shots Fired Investigation
A tense situation for Notasulga police officers last night as shots rang out while responding to a call. Officials say someone shot in to a car near Lyon Street South just before 8:30 last night. Police say there were people…
Troy Woman Charged with Chemical Endangerment of Three Juveniles
On Monday, September 14, Troy police arrested Shelbie Lynn Moore, 29, of Troy. She was charged with three counts of Chemical Endangerment of a Child. On September 9, Pike County Department of Human Resources notified Troy police of an ongoing…
Six Candidates Qualify for Vacant Alabama Senate District 26 Seat
The deadline to apply for the vacated Alabama Senate District 26 special primary election was Tuesday at 5 p.m. The vacancy in Senate District 26 occurred following the resignation of State Sen. David Burkette (D-Montgomery). Six candidates have qualified for…
Hazard Pay Approved for City of Montgomery Sanitation Employees
The City of Montgomery has announced that eligible City of Montgomery Sanitation employees working on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic will receive hazard pay, pending approval by the Montgomery City-County Personnel Board Wednesday night. Mayor Reed has requested…
ALEA Modifies Driver License Office Operations in Response to Hurricane Sally
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agencyâs (ALEA) Driver License Division began modifying operations on Monday, September 14, in response to Hurricane Sally. The storm is expected to bring torrential rain and flooding to the stateâs Gulf Coast region, as well as…
Dallas County Officials Preparing for Hurricane Sally
As Hurricane Sally begins to move inland, Dallas county officials are preparing for flooding. 'Right now we're monitoring the direction of Hurricane Sally," Dallas county EMA Director Toya Stiles says, "also…
Crimestoppers: $1,000 Reward Offered for Information in Murder of Auburn Teen
Lee County Sheriff's Office is investigating the murder of 18-year-old Thomas Anthony Green, of Auburn. Police found Green's body in a rural area in Waverly on September 10. Authorities reported Green missing on September 6. Crimestoppers is now offering a…
Whataburger Opening New Montgomery Location in Spring 2021
A new fast food chain is coming to Montgomery. Texas-based burger joint, Whataburger, expected to open in the Capital City in Spring 2021. The new location will break ground this fall. Whataburger is looking to hire 125 employees. You can…
Wetumpka Police, Elmore County Sheriff's Office Involved in Early-Morning Car Chase
Wetumpka police were called to assist the Elmore County Sheriff's Office in a vehicle chase shortly after 6 am. The vehicle, stolen from Montgomery, was headed towards Downtown Wetumpka. Police say a Wetumpka police vehicle and Elmore County Sheriff's vehicle…
American Red Cross Preps for Hurricane Sally
The American Red Cross and Alabama Power are two local organizations prepping for Hurricane Sally. Both have crews deployed to the Gulf Coast ready to respond. The American Red Cross has already opened shelters in Alabama and Mississippi and they…
Crimestoppers Tip Leads to Arrest in Tallassee Gas Station Burglary Investigation
Tallassee police have arrested Kristofer James Carey, 18, of Tallassee and charged him in a burglary investigation. A Crimestoppers tip led to police identifying Carey as the suspect in the burglary. On August 27, police say the Road Runner gas…
Hurricane Sally: Closings & Cancellations
Hurricane Sally prompted closings and cancellations in our area. This is the latest list from Alabama News Network. We will be updating this list, so check back often. SCHOOLS: Macon County Schools - No In-Person Classes Friday Tallapoosa County Schools…
Former Senator David Burkette to Plead Guilty to Campaign Finance Charge
Former State Senator David Burkette plans to plead guilty to a misdemeanor charge of campaign finance violation. Burkette required to pay a $3,000 under the plea agreement will also waive his right to an appeal. Taken into custody on September…
Flood Warnings Issued for Alabama & Tallapoosa Rivers, Catoma Creek
The National Weather Service has issued flood warnings for many local rivers. ALABAMA RIVER: For the Alabama River, this warning affects Montgomery, Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes and Dallas counties. Heavy rainfall of six to eight inches is expected by Thursday.…
AG Steve Marshall Warns Alabamians of Price Gauging During State of Emergency
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is warning Alabamians of price gauging during the State of Emergency. The price gauging law is in effect ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Sally. Alabamaâs price gouging law comes into effect when the Governor…
New Peanut Shelling Facility Coming to Atmore Expected to Bring 100-plus Jobs to Alabama
Coastal Alabama Growers LLC is planning to build a peanut shelling facility in Atmore. The new facility will bring 100 or more jobs to the area. The new $87 million facility will be built on 60 acres of land. The…
Body of Missing ASU Student Found
Update:Â Montgomery police say they have found the body of 22-year-old Adam Dowdell, Jr. Police have opened a death investigation after they say a body was found in the 800 block…
Montgomery Ballet Moves Back to Original Studio
Montgomery Ballet is moving back to its original studio located on Woodley Road in Cloverdale. The building is exactly the same since it was built in 1987 including the floors, bars and mirrors.…
River Region Prepares for Hurricane Sally
Sally was upgraded to a hurricane at midday on Monday. The storm is expected to make landfall sometime Tuesday and then make a hard turn east, bringing tropical weather to our…
Netflix Movie 'Cuties" Facing Major Backlash
The backlash to the French independent film "Mignonnes," or "Cuties," started before it had even been released because of a poster that went viral for its provocative depiction of its young female actors. But the spotlight has only intensified since…
