Aldi Opens First Store in Montgomery
People in Montgomery have a new place to get groceries. This morning, ALDI had their grand opening on Eastern Boulevard. The store is built next to Best Buy and Petco. The first…
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Alabama Could Pay over $1Million for Blocked Abortion Law
Alabama might have to pay more than $1million to lawyers for abortion clinics after the state's unsuccessful attempt to ban a common second trimester abortion procedure. In a court filing last week, lawyers for abortion clinics said they will seek…
"Christmas in July" Event Helps Women and Children in Need
It may have been hot outside. But inside of the Nellie Burge Community Center there was only the warmth of Christmas cheer with "Christmas in July." "The whole idea behind this is that…
Apple Watch Saves Crenshaw County Woman's Life
One Brantley woman says her Apple Watch helped save her life. A little over a year ago Chandler Robertson was headed to Andalusia for physical therapy when she was involved in…
Troy Highway Gas Station Robbed at Gunpoint, Police Search for Suspect
The Montgomery Police Department is searching for the identity and location of a suspect wanted for Armed Robbery. Police have released photos of a masked individual that committed the armed robbery. The robbery occurred at the Marathon Gas Station…
Traffic Reporter Jerry Howell Celebrates 20 Years With Alabama News Network
Our very own traffic reporter Jerry Howell is celebrating a big milestone with Alabama News Network. Jerry has been our âeyes in the skyâ for 20 years now, joining the Alabama…
Federal Reserve Cuts Key Interest Rate by Quarter-Point
The Federal Reserve is cutting its key interest rate for the first time in a decade to try to counter threats ranging from uncertainties caused by President Donald Trump's trade wars to chronically low inflation and a dim global outlook.…
Number of People Over 65-Years-Old Binge Drinking Increasing
New research shows the number of people over 65 who binge drink is increasing, but doctors say too much alcohol can be especially harmful for older adults. When we think of binge drinking, we think of college students. But new…
UAB & UnitedHealthCare Reaches Agreement to Continue Accepting Company's Medical Insurance
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System has reached a deal with UnitedHealthCare to continue accepting the company's medical insurance. The agreement means almost 25,000 policyholders can continue getting care at one of Alabama's leading hospitals. UAB was going…
National Democratic Party Officials Reject Alabama Democrats' Bylaws
National party officials are expressing concern that the Alabama Democratic Party isn't doing enough to attract more non-black minorities. The Democratic National Committee's Rules and Bylaws Committee on Tuesday rejected the state party's proposed bylaws. The national party in February…
24 Children Have Died from Being Left in Hot Cars in 2019
Today is National Heatstroke Prevention Day. The group KidsandCars.org says so far in 2019, at least 24 children have died after being left behind in hot cars. Some automakers are creating high-tech options to prevent a tragedy, while one teenager…
Montgomery Woman Upset After TruGreen Glitch Wipes Out Her Account
Only 62 cents is left in Cynthia Innman's savings account. Her checking account has a zero balance. "Had I not tried to use my debit card. I would not have known that this could've…
Alabama Sued in Transgender Driver's License Case
A federal judge is questioning Alabama's requirement for a transgender person to undergo full gender reassignment surgery to change the sex on their driver's license. U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson held a Tuesday hearing in the lawsuit filed by three…
ArtsRevive Transforms Street Corner in Downtown Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma non-profit is working to revitalize a part of the city's downtown area by using the arts to transform the area into a thriving art district. ArtsRevive…
Memorial Service Held for K9 Jake
A memorial service honoring the life of a prison search dog who died earlier this month was held Tuesday. Jake, an Alabama Department of Correction's K9, became ill after detecting a narcotic during a…
Part of Eastern Boulevard to be Closed Early Thursday Morning
The Alabama Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists of a road closure on Eastern Boulevard in front of the Drury Inn in the early morning hours of Thursday. The closure will begin…
Two Former Auburn Bank Employees Plead Guilty to Embezzling Funds
Two people have pleaded guilty for their involvement in an embezzlement scheme involving Auburn Bank in Notasulga, announced Louis V. Franklin, Sr., U.S Attorney for the Middle District of Alabama. Randi Lynn Carleton, 39, of Dadeville, pleaded guilty today to…
Montgomery Airport to Offer More Business Travel Options
Starting January 7, 2020 American Airlines will offer a new schedule for same-day, return flights between Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) and Reagan National Airport (DCA). A welcome addition for business travelers, American began non-stop service from MGM to DCA in…
Former Troy Basketball Star Involved in Fatal Pike County Crash
Three people are dead and four others are injured after two multi-vehicle accidents Monday night in Pike County. Troopers say that crash happened around 10:30 p.m. on Pike County Road 2276 West of Henderson. They say one car hit the…
Crews Working to Remove Submerged Vehicle
Crews are working to remove a vehicle submerged in water. Authorities responded to the 200 block Eugene Street in reference to a vehicle in the water. So far no injuries have…
Montgomery Police Investigating Tuesday Morning Fatal Shooting
Montgomery Police are conducting a homicide investigation following the early morning shooting death of 35- year -old Toderick Smith of Hope Hull. Police responded to the 5700 block of E. Shirley Lane at about 12:30 Tuesday morning after receiving a…
New Members Added to Elmore County's Community Emergency Response Team
Gina Pellegrino is one of 29 people who are now part of Elmore County's Community Emergency Response Team. She signed-up following January's tornado that ripped through Wetumpka. "I couldn't guide my people properly…
City of Demopolis Set to Host Babe Ruth 14U World Series Tournament
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Demopolis is set to host the 2019 Babe Ruth 14U World Series in just a week. Final preparations are underway to make sure everything is ready…
Man Arrested in Connection with Brundidge Robbery Homicide
A man is behind bars tonight in Pike County in connection with last week's deadly gas station robbery in Brundidge. Authorities say the suspect has a long criminal record. Leon Terrell Flowers, 23, of…
Woman Wounded in East Shirley Lane Shooting
MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 5700 block of E. Shirley Lane after receiving a report of a subject shot. There, an adult female was located suffering from a non-life threatening gunshot wound. There have been no arrests and…
