Alabama's Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Top 800
According to ADPH's live, interactive map, Alabama's Coronavirus cases are up to 806. As of Sunday afternoon, 4,755 have been tested. Four deaths have been reported.
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Selma Implementing Curfew Amid COVID-19
The City of Selma is implementing a curfew starting Sunday, March 28th. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the increased risk of infection by public gatherings, the City of Selma is implementing a curfew for the hours between 9:00 pm…
Five People Die From Coronavirus at a Hospital in Lee County
The East Alabama Medical Center has confirmed five patients who tested positive from the Coronavirus have died since Friday morning. Three of the patients were from Chambers County. The other two were from Lee County. The total is not yet…
Baldwin County Mourns First Death of its Own Due to COVID-19
Baldwin County EMA officials announced via Facebook that the county's first resident has died due to COVID-19. The post reads: "Our hearts are heavy after learning of the first passing of a member of our Baldwin County community. We are…
Publix Offering Rent Relief for Businesses in Publix-Owned Shopping Centers
Publix announced Saturday that it's offering rent relief to businesses operating in nearly 300 Publix-owned shopping centers. This, including 23 in Alabama, that have closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The relief package includes waiving rent for two months, as…
Alabama's Covid-19 Cases Nearing 700
As of 3:40 p.m. Saturday, the Alabama Department of Public Health is reporting 696 confirmed Coronavirus cases. 4,755 people have been tested, and three people have died due to the virus.
Macon County Opens Covid-19 Testing Site
Alabama News Network has confirmed via the Macon County EMA Director: After days of lobbying and requesting that Macon County gets its citizens tested, we will have public testing on Monday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m in Macon County…
Civil Rights Leader Rev. Joseph Lowery, Alabama Native, Dies at 98
Civil rights icon the Rev. Joseph Lowery delivers the keynote address at Clark Atlanta University's fall convocation Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2012, in Atlanta. Lowery urged young people to vote at the event where a voter registration…
President Trump Signs $2.2 Trillion Stimulus Bill
President Trump has signed an unprecedented $2.2 trillion economic rescue…
Public Schools Prepare for "Alternate Methods" of Education
Alabama K-12 students will finish out the school year, but they will not do so in the classroom. Public schools around the state are preparing to finish the year by alternate…
Alabama Community College System Extending Online Instruction, Postpones All Spring Graduations
The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) announced today that online instruction will continue at all of its campuses through the remainder of the spring semester. In addition, due to restrictions on event sizes by state and federal officials, all traditional…
Mayor Steven Reed Announces Curfew for Montgomery
At a news conference that Alabama News Network aired live on Friday afternoon, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed announced a curfew for the city of Montgomery. The curfew will be from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. seven nights a week. The…
Hyundai Extending Production Suspension Until April 10
Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) will extend its suspension of production of automobiles in Montgomery until April 10. The plant will resume production on April 13. As COVID-19 cases escalate across the U.S. and Alabama, we are taking this action…
Alabama's "Non-Essential Businesses" Closed Until April 17
Gov. Kay Ivey was joined by State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris for a news conference this morning, when it was announced that all businesses that are considered "non-essential" in Alabama would be closed until 5 p.m. on April 17.…
Two Montgomery Business Owners Partner to Give Out Free Meals
Two Montgomery business owners are doing their part to help feed the community during this trying time. MyPlace Uptown owner, William Parks, and The Yu Bar and Grill owner, Yumeitrius Manuel, partnered to give out free plates of food…
WANTED: Two in Custody, One Suspect Still At-Large in Camp Hill Murder
Josephis Tavrious Mahone, 29, of Dadeville is wanted by the Camp Hill Police Department regarding a Homicide Investigation. The Camp Hill Police Department reports that on March 26, at approximately 1:00pm police were dispatched…
Police Search for Person Responsible for Theft at Montgomery Law Firm
The Montgomery Police Department is currently investigating a vandalism and theft that occurred at a downtown law firm. Reports indicate that on Wednesday, March 25, at approximately 10:31pm an unknown suspect vandalized…
Lowe's Looking to Hire 30,000 New Workers
Lowe's has announced that it hopes to hire for 30,000 positions in stores across the U.S. The announcement was made by Lowe's President and CEO Marvin Ellison. Lowe's is offering full-time, part-time, seasonal and overnight jobs for displaced workers who are seeking short-term opportunities. It…
AHSAA Issues Statement on Cancellation of Spring Sports
The Alabama High School Athletic Assocation has released a statement regarding the cancellation of all spring sports. The announcement of the cancellation was made by Alabama State School Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey at a news conference yesterday. AHSAA Executive Director…
Unemployment in Alabama: 2.7%, Before Coronavirus Hit
The Alabama Department of Labor has released unemployment numbers for February, before the coronavirus hit the state and led to many business closures and layoffs. The preliminary, seasonally adjusted February unemployment rate is unchanged at 2.7%, a record low, and…
Dollar General on U.S. 29 North in Troy Robbed by Two Armed Masked Men
The Troy Police Department responded to a robbery at the Dollar General in the 7000 block of U.S. 29 North just before 9:00 pm last night. Two male suspects entered the store armed with handguns and demanded money from the…
Winn-Dixie Adding Plexiglass at Checkouts for Coronavirus Safety
The parent company of Winn-Dixie stores says it is adding new safety measures in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Southeastern Grocers, Inc. says it will start installing protective Plexiglas partitions in all…
Updated List of Postponed/Canceled Events at Montgomery Performing Arts Centre
The Montgomery Performing Arts Centre has released a list of postponed or canceled events. MPAC is currently closed, although the box office is open Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Below are new dates for the postponed events. Tickets…
Andalusia Gas Station Robber Considered 'Armed and Dangerous'
The Andalusia Police Department is currently investigating the armed robbery of a convenience store. Reports indicate that on Thursday, March 26, at approximately 11:48am, a suspect described as a white male wearing a blue long sleeve shirt, blue jeans, medical…
Alabama Schools Resume on April 6 Using Alternate Methods of Instruction
Looks like students are headed back to school. Governor Kay Ivey announced today, that on April 6, all K-12 public schools shall implement a plan to complete the 2019-2020…
