Random Security Screenings at MPS Schools
After a shooting last month at Lee High School and guns found on campus at other Montgomery Public Schools, Alabama News Network is taking a closer look at security measures in…
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Alabama Gas Tax Bill Passes Senate Committee and Goes to the Senate Floor
An Alabama Senate committee has approved a proposed 10-cent-per-gallon gasoline tax increase, keeping the bill on the fast track in the special session that Gov. Kay Ivey called last week. The Senate Transportation and Energy Committee approved the gas tax…
Montgomery launches high-tech, data-driven initiative to Pinpoint Abandoned Properties
Tasked with service area of more than 83,000 properties, the City of Montgomery tapped a high-tech solution to sift through data and pinpoint potentially distressed or abandoned properties. “This is another innovative opportunity to leverage technology to better serve our…
Hyundai Donating $50,000 to Help with Lee County Tornado Relief
In response to the deadly tornado that devastated Lee County, on Sunday, March 3, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC (HMMA) is donating $50,000 to the American Red Cross for tornado relief efforts. The EF-4 tornado was the deadliest to hit…
Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma to Close on Wednesday for Road Work
The Alabama Department of Transportation says it will need to close the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma on Wednesday for nearby maintenance. Crews will be performing maintenance to an area of pavement near the bridge. ALDOT says that due…
People Employed in Alabama Reach Record Highs
For eight consecutive months, the number of people counted as employed in Alabama has reached record highs. In January 2019, this number measured 2,123,398, breaking December 2018’s revised count of 2,120,769. “People are working in Alabama. Employers are hiring in Alabama. We continue…
Linden Police Receives Grant for Equipment Upgrades
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $16,624 grant to help the Linden Police Department upgrade its equipment to better serve residents and protect its officers. “Like police officers throughout Alabama, Linden police never know what they are going to face…
Montgomery Police Find Woman with Fatal Gunshot Wound Behind Carver Elementary
An adult female was located in the 2600 block of Fairwest Street near Carver Elementary School. The woman was found to have sustained a fatal gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. An MPS spokesperson says the school…
Forestry Commission Warning About Burning Tornado Debris
From The Alabama Forestry Commission Caution Advised Regarding Burning of Tornado Debris As spring approaches, the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) is urging everyone to use caution when burning outdoors. Conditions are such that any fire can quickly spread out of…
First Sunday Services Held Since Lee County Tornado
Seven days after the tornadoes caused destruction in Lee County, people entered church doors to give thanks for their blessings. "There has been an outpouring of love, and community feeling that's really lifted…
Tornado Victim's Donation
Kim and Charles Conway and their son came from Highland Home to our studios in Montgomery to drop off a ton of food and supplies for the victims of the Lee County tornadoes. Thank you!!!!!! Look HERE for full details…
360 Degree View of Tornado Damage at Smith's Station
From the State Forestry Commission: "Storm Recovery Continues at Smiths Station An amazing 1,200 volunteers continued to clear and remove tornado debris under the direction of the Alabama Forestry Commission’s Type 3 Incident Management team on Saturday in Smiths Station.…
Incoming Rain Brings Sense of Urgency for Tornado Cleanup Volunteers
Hundreds of volunteers are lending a much needed helping hand in Lee County, as victims from Sunday's tornado are still looking for anything they can salvage. "Seeing all the volunteers and the people…
Pike County Teen Dies in Accident
Alabama State Troopers say a teenager was killed in a wreck in Pike County this morning. State Troopers say the accident happened about 10:00 this morning. 19-year-old Byron Floyd died when his 2006 F-150 ran off Pike County Road 1143…
Alabama Teen Killed in Gun Accident in Georgia
DALLAS, Ga. (AP) - An Alabama teenager has died in what investigators believe was an accidental shooting at a home in Paulding County, Georgia. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports the boy, believed to be 15 years old, was shot by a…
Rider Killed when Motorcycle and Deer Collide
The Accident happened Friday afternoon about 3:35 on Lee Road 146 near Lee Road 808. That's about three miles South of Opelika. The victim was 71 year old Johnnie Clark Parker of Opelika. He was riding a 2003 Harley…
Tour of Homes Preparations Underway in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Preparation is underway for the 2019 Tour of Homes in Wilcox County. The Wilcox Historical Society is hosting the tour as part of the Alabama Bicentennial Celebration. Organizers…
President Trump Becomes "Comforter In Chief" in Lee County Tornado Tour
President Trump took time to remember the 23 people who died in Sunday's EF-4 tornado, which hit the Lee County community of Beauregard. He toured the hardest-hit areas with First Lady Melania Trump.…
Tornado Survivors Thankful for President Trump's Visit
While President Trump's visit to Lee County won't end the suffering and uncertainty for survivors of Sunday's EF-4 tornado, people tell us they greatly appreciate having the President take time to see the…
Community Foundation of East Alabama Says Thanks for Tornado Donations
Alabama News Network took part in a telethon this week to raise money for tornado relief. The Alabama Broadcasters Association asked all TV and radio stations statewide to do something to help. Alabama…
Alabama House Approves Gas Tax Hike
The Alabama House of Representatives has approved a 10-cent-per-gallon increase in the state gas tax. House members approved the bill on an 83-20 vote after five hours of debate. The bill now moves…
Runners Gear up for the Montgomery Half Marathon
Registration is today for the Montgomery Half Marathon. The race begins at 7AM at Biscuits Stadium. There will be no race-day registration so for those interested in running or walking tomorrow, you must…
Full Alabama House Approves The Gas Tax Hike
Gas tax increase sponsor Rep. Bill Poole (R) told the full house today about the same thing he told a House Committee yesterday...that the 10 cent a gallon increase over several years is critical to the state's future. …
President Trump Arrives at Ft. Benning to Tour Lee County Tornado Damage
Alabama News Network was Live on CBS 8 and ABC 32 this morning as President and Mrs. Trump arrived at Ft. Benning, Georgia, to tour tornado damage in Lee County. They arrived shortly…
President Trump to Tour Tornado Damage in Lee County
President Trump is scheduled to tour tornado damage in Lee County today. The Beauregard community south of Opelika was hit by an EF-4 tornado on Sunday, killing 23 people. The President's specific schedule isn't being released to the public. But…
