The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (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 state’s Gulf Coast region, as well as…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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 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 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…
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.…
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. Alabama’s price gouging law comes into effect when the Governor…
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…
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 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.…
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…
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…
The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts is welcoming the community back into its sculpture garden. Although the museum remains closed for now because of the pandemic, MMFA director Angie Dodson says the outdoor…
Hurricane Sally strengthened to a Category 2 storm. The storm has 100-mph winds. Threatening Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama, the storm has potential for two feet of rain. It is one of five storms churning simultaneously in the Atlantic. The storm…
Chick-fil-A says it no longer plans to open a restaurant in the San Antonio International Airport, even though the Texas city relented and agreed to let it do so after more than a year of legal wrangling. The San Antonio…
In addition to the State of Emergency that Gov. Kay Ivey issued this morning in advance of Hurricane Sally's expected impact on Alabama, she has taken further action this afternoon. Gov. Ivey released this statement: “Through a supplemental state of…
Faulkner University is honoring those who have battled COVID-19 at its annual benefit dinner. They will honor frontline workers and healthcare professionals at the dinner on October 1st. In light of the pandemic, Faulkner University wants to dedicate the dinner’s…
On Friday, September 11, members Omega Psi Phi Fraternity gathered, to provide food to sanitation essential workers. The event started at 11:30 am where some members began grilling while others prepared a lunch…
Studies say that the coronavirus pandemic may have disrupted the fight against HIV. Due to the overwhelming demand for coronavirus testing, health officials have shifted away from tracking HIV patients. The fight against HIV had already stalled in recent years.…
Police at Auburn University Montgomery say they have been notified that a student was robbed at gunpoint on campus early this morning. Police say they were notified at 1:53 a.m. that a student was robbed in the North Commons parking…
The Cork and Cleaver restaurant continues to recover from lost income and customer support after being closed down for two months due to the pandemic. After Governor Ivey issued her first stay at…
