Big Changes Coming in the Town of Orrville in 2020
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The town of Orrville is about to experience a major growth spurt this year. Mayor Louvenia Lumpkin says plans in the works -- to bring a new grocery store…
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City Unveils New Initiative to Help Montgomery's Homeless
Mayor Steven Reed has announced the launch of a new initiative to help support the homeless in the River Region. It's called the Feed the Meter for the Homeless project, and it’s…
Not Guilty: Split Senate Acquits Trump of Impeachment
The U.S. Senate has acquitted President Donald Trump of impeachment, ending only the third presidential trial in American history with votes that split the country and tested civic norms. The proceedings also are feeding the tumultuous 2020 run for the…
Candy Capel Named Montgomery's 2020 Census Manager
The city of Montgomery has named Candy Capel as the city's 2020 census manager. The announcement was made by Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed. Capel was selected from a field of more than 75 candidates. The city used a selection panel…
Sen. Doug Jones Says He'll Vote to Remove President Trump from Office
U.S. Sen. Doug Jones (D-Alabama) announced this morning that he will vote to convict President Trump on both articles of impeachment. He released the following statement regarding his decision: “On the day I was sworn in as a United States…
Update: Gov. Kay Ivey Releases Statement about Shooting Death of Kimberly Police Officer
Gov. Kay Ivey says she has spoken to the parents of the Kimberly police officer who was shot during a chase last night. The officer's death was announced this morning. Ivey says she has offered her deepest condolences. “I am…
Pedestrian Dies after Being Hit by SUV on East South Boulevard in Montgomery
Montgomery police say a pedestrian has died of injuries after being hit by an SUV on Sunday. Police say 36-year-old Harold June was hit in the 2800 block of East South Boulevard around 6 p.m. on Sunday. He was taken…
Arrests Made after Shots Fired on Eastchase Parkway in Montgomery
Montgomery police say they've charged two men with firing a gun inside city limits after a disturbance at a business on Eastchase Parkway last night. Police say they've charged 40-year-old Michael London and 29-year-old Michael McQueen with discharging a firearm…
UPDATE: Kimberly Police Officer Dies, Suspect Charged with Capital Murder
UPDATE: A North Alabama police officer, who was shot during a high-speed chase early Wednesday morning, has died. The suspected shooter, Preston Chyenne Johnson, is now facing capital murder charges. U.S. Attorney Jay Town confirmed the Kimberly police officers's death…
Governor Ivey Delivers 2020 State of the State Address
Tuesday, February 4, Governor Kay Ivey delivered the 2020 State of the State address. In her speech, Ivey touched on Alabama prisons, education, job creation, etc. Click link for Ivey's full speech. Watch the speech on the Alabama News Network…
Exclusive: One-on-One with Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth
Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth joined Alabama News Network Anchor Darryl Hood for an Exclusive one-on-one interview live on Alabama News Network at 6:00. Ainsworth spoke moments before Gov. Kay Ivey delivered her…
Dallas Co. Sheriff's Deputies Raise Money for Safe Harbor
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Things around the Dallas County Sheriff's Office have gotten a little hairy over the past few of months. Deputies paid $50 dollars a month in December and January --…
Montgomery Man Among President Trump's Guests for State of the Union Address
The White House has released its list of several guests who have been invited to witness President Trump's State of the Union Address. A Montgomery man is one…
Water Shut Down Across Entire Town of Eclectic
All water is being shut down temporarily in Eclectic as there was a MAJOR water leak. As soon as the leak has been repaired, water service will be restored. The Town of Eclectic officials want residents to be assured repairs…
Lawmakers Return For 2020 Legislative Session
Ahead of Alabama Governor Kay Ivey's State of the State address, lawmakers returned to the State House Tuesday for the first day of the regular legislative session. Lawmakers have had April…
Wetumpka Breaks Ground on New Football Stadium
Wetumpka Mayor Willis, Frazier-Ousley Construction and Engineering Company and others had a groundbreaking for the new Wetumpka High School football stadium. The new stadium will be in Wetumpka’s Sports Complex. The new stadium will have a turf field and…
Estimated Student Loan Debt Over $1.5 Million, Experts Say Best Way to Pay Debt is to Plan Ahead
It's estimated student loan debt now tops more than $1.5 trillion. Paying for those loans can be difficult and experts say the key is to plan ahead. On average, college students who graduated in 2018 owe more than $29,000 in…
Landmarks Foundation & Montgomery Historical Society in Negotiations to Buy Montgomery's Oldest Church Building
The Landmarks Foundation & Montgomery Historical Society are in the early stages of negotiations to buy the First Presbyterian Building from First Baptist Church. The building is the oldest church building in…
2020 Legislative Session Starts Today, with State of the State Address Tonight
The 2020 session of the Alabama Legislature begins today, with Gov. Kay Ivey delivering her annual State of the State Address tonight. The House of Representatives and the Senate will both come into session this afternoon. Some of the biggest…
MPD: One Person Arrested After Tuesday Morning Miller Street Shooting
One man was shot Tuesday morning in Montgomery. An adult male sustained what appears to be a non-life threatening gunshot wound while in the 2000 block of Miller Street. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment. A suspect…
Neighbor Urinating Publicly Leads to Gunfight in Mobile County
Mobile County Sheriff's Office says a man confronted a neighbor for urinating in public and was shot in the face during a gunfight that followed their argument. Mobile County Sheriff's Capt. Paul Burch says that it happened near Grand Bay.…
Alabama Super Tuesday Primary Elections Just a Month Away
The upcoming Super Tuesday election is set to be a big day in Alabama. At the top of the list is the Presidential preference vote. Alabama also has two Congressional seats up for…
Riverfront Sinkholes Cause Concern in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A series of sinkholes on the riverfront in Selma has city leaders concerned for the safety of people who visit Riverfront Park. A massive sinkhole has formed…
Alabamians Warned Against New Phone Scam
People in Alabama are being warned of a new telephone scam which is currently sweeping the United Kingdom and could be set to hit the United States. CPR Call Blocker, makers of the best-selling call blocking device in the US…
Update: Missing Macon County Man Has Been Found
UPDATE: Tuesday Afternoon -- The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says James Snipes, Jr. has been found. No other details have been released. The Macon County Sheriff’s Office is…
