Macon County Officials Working to Repair Washed Out Road
A round of flooding in Macon County caused another inconvenience, this time on County Road 46. "It's like deja vu - 2015 all over again. However, County crews have done a…
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Good Friday Traditions Kick Off Easter Weekend in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Folks in Selma kick off the Easter holiday weekend -- with a couple of annual Good Friday traditions. Christian churches all over the city of Selma are…
Way of the Cross Commemoration in Montgomery
Christians around the world partake in the " Way of the Cross" in preparation of Easter Sunday and celebrating Holy Week. Way of the Cross is a silent march that traditionally stops at 14 locations.The Montgomery way of the cross…
Woman Shot Outside Atlanta Highway Walmart
Alabama News Network is on top of Breaking News from Montgomery. A woman has been shot outside the Walmart Supercenter on Atlanta Highway during an argument. Montgomery Police tell us her injuries are non-life threatening. Police say suspects have been…
Former Tallassee Investigator Charged with Assault of Handcuffed Man
Michael Brandon Smirnoff, 27, a former Tallassee police investigator, pleaded guilty to assaulting a handcuffed, 24-year-old man, today. According to the guilty plea, Smirnoff, who was on duty as an investigator with the Tallassee Police Department, used his patrol car…
Praying for an End to Violence
Pastor Chauncey Ballard invited member of his Cottage Hills Agape Missionary Baptist Church to meet in prayer this Good Friday, praying for an end to street violence. The small group prayed fervently, expressing confidence it will help end street violence…
Lawmakers to Vote on Lottery Bill Tuesday
Alabama lawmakers are heading toward a vote on lottery legislation. The Senate Tourism and Marketing Committee will vote on a lottery bill Tuesday. Senate President Pro Tempore Del Marsh says his goal is to get a bill before the full…
Senate Approves Bill to Increase School Security
The Alabama Senate on Thursday approved a bill by Senator Tim Melson (R-Florence) to allow local school boards of education to hire retired law enforcement officers to serve as armed school security staff, provided they possess 25 years of experience,…
Lightning Blamed for Montgomery House Fire
Montgomery fire investigators tell Alabama News Network they believe lightning is to blame for a house fire in Montgomery. The fire happened late last night at a home in the 600 block of…
ADOC Commissioner Optimistic State Will Settle with Justice Department
Alabama's prison chief says he is optimistic the state will reach a settlement and avoid a Department of Justice lawsuit over prison conditions. Corrections Commissioner Jeff Dunn on Thursday briefed a legislative committee on the department's effort to address Justice…
I-Team: Seeking Shelter
When severe weather hits, you're told to get to your safe place. If you live in a mobile home that could mean getting out and moving to a safer, more sturdy building, but what if there are no shelters close…
Pike Liberal Arts Students Learn the Importance of Recycling
Middle school students in Troy have been doing some spring cleaning in the outdoors. It's all part of programs that teach them the importance of conservation and recycling. Easily, the most…
Alabama's Big 5 Mayors Voice Concerns Over Some Bills in the Legislature
On Wednesday night the "Big 5" met with legislators at the Governors Mansion. The big 5 mayors represent Alabama's 5 largest cities,Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, and Montgomery. The Mayors meet periodically…
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Say Man Reported Missing Has Been Found
The Montgomery Police Department says the search for a senior reported missing is over. Police say 73-year-old Harry James McCants was found Thursday afternoon. The department did not release any details on where McCants was found.
Autauga County EMA Working to Repair Two Weather Sirens
For many people, weather sirens are a call to take shelter. But with severe weather in the forecast for Thursday, 2 Autauga County weather sirens in the Marbury area will not be working…
Changes on the Way at Dallas Co. Courthouse
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County officials are making improvements to the county courthouse -- and the courthouse annex -- to make them more safe and secure. Officials are planning to install…
Troy University Procedures In Place to Keep Students Safe During Severe Weather
No students living on Troy University’s campus were injured during this past weekend’s tornado. Officials give credit to procedures in place to keep students safe. “We send out any time we got under…
Alabama House Committee Approves Abortion Bill
Three women dressed like characters in the cable TV show Handmaid's Tale stand outside the Statehouse to confront members of a House committee that approved a bill that could…
Alabama First Class Pre-K Program Named Highest Quality Pre-K Program in Nation for the 13th Straight Year
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that the National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) ranks Alabama First Class Pre-K as the nation’s highest quality state pre-kindergarten program for the 13th consecutive year. “For a child to reach their fullest potential…
Will a Concealed Carry Permit No Longer Be Required?
Gun rights groups and Alabama sheriffs are taking opposite sides on a proposal that would let people carry concealed handguns in public without a permit. The Senate Judiciary Committee held a public hearing Wednesday on the bill by Republican Sen.…
"Future of MPS" Community Forum Focuses on Accreditation and Funding
The school year will be wrapping up soon. But people in Montgomery are coming together to find solutions for Montgomery public schools. "Not speaking negatively but it could be a lot…
Poll: Alabama Voters Split on U.S. Sen. Doug Jones
A new Mason-Dixon poll shows Alabama voters are split in rating the job performance of U.S. Sen. Doug Jones, who is the only Democrat to hold statewide office. The poll shows 45% of those asked approve of the job he's…
Missing Child Found
UPDATE: Avery Williams has been found safe. ----------- Montgomery Police Department is requesting assistance in locating Avery Williams, 9, who last seen at Dannelly Elementary School Tuesday at about 12:30. Authorities say Williams was wearing a red shirt, khaki pants, a…
Public Safety Insurance Fund Helps the Families of Fallen First Responders
The Public Safety Insurance Fund began in 2002. It was created as a way to say "thank you" to first responders. The insurance policy for first responders covers 2500 first responders…
Prisons to Provide Menstrual Products to Female Inmates
A bill would require jails and prisons to provide female inmates with tampons or sanitary pads. The Alabama House of Representatives voted 101-0 Tuesday for the legislation that now moves to the Alabama…
