Gov. Kay Ivey Addresses State of Alabama Regarding Coronavirus
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a brief address to the State of Alabama regarding coronavirus. Alabama News Network shared her words on television Friday night. She says that there is a…
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Macon County EMA Issues Coronavirus Scam Warning
The Macon County Emergency Management Agency has issued a warning about a coronavirus-related scam. The EMA says it has been made aware of people going door-to-door in some areas saying they are authorized to do coronavirus/COVID-19 home testing. The EMA…
Macon County EMA Director Urging Churches Not to Meet for Services, Funerals
Macon County Emergency Management Agency Director Frank Lee has sent a notice to churches in his county not to have in-person meetings, funerals or other activities. Here is the note that Alabama News Network obtained: I am suggesting that all…
Staff Member to Vice President Mike Pence Tests Positive for Coronavirus
A member of Vice President Mike Pence's staff has tested positive for coronavirus. Pence's spokeswoman Katie Miller says the unidentified staff member did not have "close contact" to either the vice president or President Trump. MORE COVERAGE FROM CBS NEWS…
Alabama Dept. of Corrections Announces 30-Day Moritorium on Accepting Inmates from County Jails
The Alabama Department of Corrections has announced it's placing a 30-day moratorium on new intakes from county jails based on Gov. Kay Ivey’s declared State of Emergency related to COVID-19. ADOC says this restriction includes new commitments, court returns and…
Publix Joins List of Companies Planning to Hire More Workers
Publix Super Markets has announced that it's planning to hire thousands of new workers by the end of March to fill positions in its stores and distribution centers.  “We take pride in serving our communities during times of need,…
Schools Implement Feeding Programs During Coronavirus Crisis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County and Selma City Schools -- have set up feeding programs -- to provide food security for children during the Coronavirus crisis. Alabama schools have been shut down…
Social Distancing? Consider Adopting a Shelter Pet
With social distancing orders in place and many people staying home as much as possible to prevent the spread of COVID-19, adopting a shelter pet can be a great way to help with…
Auburn Man Arrested on Child Pornography Possession Charges in Virginia
On March 19, Auburn Police arrested William Matthew Carter, 53, from Auburn on warrants charging him with five counts of Possession of Child Pornography. On May 10, 2019, Blacksburg Police contacted Auburn Detectives after they arrested William Carter, an Auburn…
Harvard Research Center Offering Free Online Civil Rights Lessons Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
A new online project seeks to bring the lessons of the U.S. civil rights movement to students. The Hutchins Center for African and African American Research at Harvard University unveiled Selma Online this month​. It's a free, online teaching platform…
Walmart Looking to Hire 150,000; Giving Cash Bonuses to Some Employees
Walmart today announced plans to hire 150,000 new associates through the end of May to work in stores, clubs, distribution centers and fulfillment centers. These roles would be temporary at first, but the company says many will convert to permanent…
Income tax filing deadline moved to July 15 from April 15
WASHINGTON (AP) - Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin has announced that the deadline for filing U.S. income taxes has been moved from April 15 to July 15. Mnuchin tweeted Thursday morning that at President Donald Trump' direction, "we are moving Tax…
Coronavirus Pandemic Impacting Communities Large and Small
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Coronavirus pandemic knows no borders or boundaries. It's impacting the lives of people in big cities like Montgomery -- as well as small towns like Camden. The impact…
Coronavirus Screening Checkpoints Set Up at Dallas Co. Courthouse
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Visitors at the Dallas County Courthouse -- are now being screened for Coronavirus. Checkpoints manned by deputies -- have been set up at the entrances to the main courthouse…
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama Warns of Coronavirus Scams
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is warning its customers about national Coronavirus scams. These are tips that Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama has provided to us: Scam Warning Signs: Door to door solicitation for any…
Coronavirus Effects on Census 2020
Despite the coronavirus the 2020 census is in full swing. Gov. Ivey encouraged all Alabamians to participate during the official kick-off on March 13. Copies have already been sent in the mail but for the…
FTC and Alabama Power Warn of Scams During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Federal Trade Commission is warning the public of scammers during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Scammers are taking advantage of the fear surrounding the virus. The FTC and the FDA are warning people to check your…
Man Wanted in Autauga Co. for Rape, Sexual Abuse of Child Under 12 Arrested
**UPDATE** Autauga County Sheriff Joe Sedinger confirms the capture and arrest of Allen Dale Stromberg, by the US Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force. The Marshals were able to apprehend Stromberg in Prattville, Thursday afternoon. Stromberg was wanted by…
WANTED: Suspect in Breaking & Entering, Theft Investigation Sought
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Department is looking for a man wanted on theft charges. Authorities say William Dorman, 29, broke into a 1999 Dodge Ram truck and stole a weed eater, pressure washer, chainsaw and other tools. Crimestoppers is offering…
Suspect in Standoff at Montgomery Motel Charged with Attempted Murder of Police Officers
**UPDATE** Montgomery police charged Benjamin Baldwin, 39, of Montgomery with three counts of Attempted Murder of a Police Officer. On Wednesday, March 18, MPD received a call of a suicidal subject at 3670 Richard Road. When police arrived on the…
Winn-Dixie Hiring 5,000 Workers Displaced by Closures, Adding Senior Shopping Hour
Winn-Dixie has announced that due to the impact of coronavirus on the hospitality and restaurant industries, it will be looking to hire 5,000 people whose working hours have been affected by mandated store and restaurant closures. Its parent company Southeastern…
Theft of Property Fugitive Turns Self In to Montgomery Authorities
**UPDATE** The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department has announced the arrest of Darniecann Henley for a Theft of Property 1st degree warrant. She is no longer wanted by law enforcement. After being shown on a CrimeStoppers segment, Henley voluntarily turned herself…
Walgreens Cutting Back on In-Store Hours, Keeping Drive-Thrus Open
Walgreens stores will be adjusting their hours due to concerns over the coronavirus. Starting March 20, most stores, including those usually open 24 hours a day, will be open from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. on weekdays. Stores that…
Gulf Shores to Temporarily Close Public Beaches
Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, the city of Gulf Shores has decided to temporarily close its public beaches. Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft announced Thursday morning that all public beaches will close as of 7 A.M. Friday with a tentative reopening…
Maxwell-Gunter to Close Some of its Gates
Maxwell-Gunter has announced it will close some of its gates starting March 20 until further notice. The Maxwell Boulevard gate will remain open to all traffic, to include commercial vehicles. Maxwell's Day Street and Kelly Street gates will close. The…
