Teen Murder Suspect in Selma Certified as an Adult
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma teen charged in the 2018 murder of a 20 year old Selma woman -- will be tried as an adult. Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson said…
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Lowndes Co. Man Charged with Internet Sex Crimes Involving Children
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Lowndes County man is facing multiple counts of internet sex crimes involving underage children. District Attorney Charlotte Tesmer said 25 year old Brent Jenks of Hope Hull is…
BREAKING: Reaction from Prosecution, Defense Attorney on Officer Smith Conviction
Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey and defense attorney Mickey McDermott spoke to reporters moments after Montgomery police officer Aaron Cody Smith was convicted of manslaughter in the shooting death of…
Mayor Steven Reed Releases Statement on Officer Smith Conviction
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has released a statement following the conviction of Montgomery Police Officer Aaron Cody Smith for the 2016 shooting death of Greg Gunn. Reed says, "This is a tragedy that we must not forget, we must learn…
BREAKING: Aaron Smith Guilty of the Manslaughter of Greg Gunn
The jury has found Montgomery police officer Aaron Cody Smith GUILTY of the manslaughter of Greg Gunn. The jury unanimously agreed on the charge of manslaughter. Smith will remain in custody until his sentencing hearing. District Attorney Darryl Bailey says…
Montgomery Police Identify Victim in Deadly Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the Thursday evening shooting death of Paul Joyner, 33, of Montgomery and the wounding of an adult female. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 2800 block of Sixth Street…
Suspect in Z-Mart Gas Station Stabbing Arrested
The Montgomery Police Department has arrested a suspect in the Nov. 18 stabbing death of Paris Clarke, 35, of Montgomery. MPD charged Marcus Johnson, 44, of Montgomery with one count of murder in connection with the stabbing. Johnson was taken…
Jury to Decide If Aaron Smith Committed Murder, Manslaughter, or Not Guilty
The jury has heard the testimonies and closing statements. On day 5 of the Aaron Cody Smith murder trial, the jury will start deliberations and decide Smith's fate. Before deliberations, Judge McLaughlin charged the jury stating, the jury must carefully…
Covington Co. Man Wanted for Rape and Assault
There is an active search for a man wanted for rape and assault in Convington county. 54-year-old John Paul Williams was last seen around Prestwood Bridge Road. Authorities say he is suicidal and should be considered dangerous. He has ties…
Officials: Master Plan in motion for new Booker T. Washington High School Site
In August of 2018, Booker T. Washington High School was destroyed by a massive fire. MPS officials moved quickly, relocating students to the Hayneville Road School location. Now Montgomery Public Schools is moving forward…
Alabama Power Fees on Solar Challenged
Environmental groups are challenging Alabama Power's backup capacity fee on customers who use solar panels to produce part of their home electricity. The Alabama Public Service Commission held a Thursday hearing on the petition to abolish the fee. The petition…
Alabama Among States Affected by Salad Product Recall
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says thousands of pounds of salad products are being recalled due to a possible E. coli contamination. The department says Missa Bay, LLC from Swedesboro, New Jersey, is recalling more than 75,000 pounds (34,020 kilograms)…
Montgomery Judge : Fired LEAD Academy Principal to be Added Back to the Schools Payroll
On Thursday Judge Jimmy Pool granted a temporary restraining order in favor of Dr. Nicole Ivey-Price. The restraining order requires Ivey-Price to be added back to payroll. Ivey-Price claims that she was illegally terminated by LEAD Academy, and the school…
Extra: Impact Whitewater, Part 1 & 2
It's been three months since a multi-million dollar Whitewater project was announced for Montgomery. It's known as project catalyst, and its design is based on the U.S. National Whitewater Center…
More ALEA State Troopers Get Ready to Hit the Highway
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The highways and byways around the state of Alabama -- will soon be a little safer. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is adding dozens of new state…
Alabama Ranked Top 10 in States with Toughest Anti-Human Trafficking Laws
Attorney General Steve Marshall welcomed news that Alabama is among the top ten states in enacting laws to protect human trafficking victims. On Wednesday, Shared Hope International released its annual “Protected Innocence Challenge” state report cards, ranking Alabama sixth in…
Grants help restore longleaf pine forests, grasslands
Grants from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) are being used to restore Alabama’s longleaf pine forests and grasslands. One site is near Selma overlooking the Alabama River. Alabama Power and its parent, Southern Company, are among the supporters…
ASU Seeking Two New Members for Its Board of Trustees
Alabama State University is seeking to fill two vacancies on its Board of Trustees. University officials say the public is invited to apply for the positions. The seats are for Congressional District 2 and a State-at-Large position. The candidates for…
Montgomery Police Searching for Murder Suspect in Ann Street Gas Station Stabbing
The Montgomery Police Department is currently searching for Marcus Andre Johnson wanted for Murder. Johnson is wanted for a Murder that occurred on November 18. The murder occurred at the Zmart gas station on Ann Street. https://twitter.com/SWilliamsNews/status/1196891082593898499?s=20 35-year-old Paris Cox…
Aaron Smith Takes Stand in Murder Trial
On day 4 of the murder trial for former Montgomery police officer, Aaron Cody Smith, Smith takes the stand. Smith is on trial for fatally shooting unarmed black man,…
Noose Found in Auburn University Dorm
Auburn University says it's investigating after an extension cord tied into a noose was found inside a campus residence hall. Tweets sent late Wednesday by the school's safety and security department say the noose was discovered and removed from a…
The Salvation Army Kicks Off the 2019 Red Kettle Campaign
‘Tis the season for red kettles! Alabama News Network has partnered with the Salvation Army for another year to kick off the Red Kettle Campaign in the River Region. A kickoff celebration was…
New Security Measures Added to Baptist Health Hospitals
New security measures are now in place at Baptist East, Baptist South, and Prattville Baptist hospitals. As of Nov. 19, Baptist Health says all visitors will have to show a government-issued photo…
Study: Outdoor Tourism has $1 Billion Dollar Economic Impact on the Black Belt
On Wednesday the Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association celebrated 10 years of promoting Alabama's Black Belt region to outdoorsmen and women around the country. The non-profit group was joined by Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth…
Needy Families in Dallas Co. Get Thanksgiving Meals
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's Office -- Northside Baptist Church in Selma -- and Dave's Market in Valley Grande -- have teamed-up to provide Thanksgiving meals to needy families in…
