Former NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his wife Amy have survived a small plane crash in upper east Tennessee. Earnhardt Jr. has been taken to the hospital following the crash at Elizabethton Municipal Airport, the Carter County Sheriff's Office…
Wanted fugitive, J’Tari Bass, has been taken into custody. He was taken to jail by The United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force on Tuesday, August 13, in Montgomery. Bass was taken into custody without incident. No other details were released.…
A prosecutor wants to know why a University of Alabama fan who pleaded guilty to poisoning landmark oak trees at Auburn University isn't making court-ordered restitution payments. Lee County District Attorney…
Prattville police say two people have been shot at Newton Park and taken to hospital with serious injuries. It appears the incident happened in a vehicle. A possible 3rd victim is being…
After a visit to the hospital for chest pains in October 2017, Verna Johnson received the devastating news, that she had stage five kidney disease. "They're making a mistake. It's not right.…
One 11-year-old Selma native is stirring up national attention as a contestant on "Kids Baking Championship." Brooke Waters currently attends Morgan Academy but she recently spent some time in California filming…
Alabama may soon join 45 other states, in allowing the shipment of wine and beer to consumers. A study task force met for the second time today at the Alabama State House. There were…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is behind bars tonight -- accused of physically abusing his eleven month old daughter. Interim Police Chief Robert Green says 26 year old Anthony…
On Thursday, January 24, at 12:44 a.m., Montgomery police responded to the 1100 block of Hill Street in reference to a subject shot. Jaylen Saunders, 16, was found shot to death inside of his Hill Street residence. According to police…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Several acts of vandalism at a Selma cemetery has residents outraged -- and left police -- searching for the people responsible. "I really don't know why people…
Troy University classes kicked off the fall semester Wednesday. Starting college can no doubt be an overwhelming time for students. "I'm a little bit anxious," student Jermaine Van Buren…
The suspect in an August 1st Andalusia shooting has been charged with murder. Murder charges against Daimeion Rashawn Logan, 30, were processed Wednesday morning after he turned himself in to Covington County Jail on August 13th. At the time, Logan…
Federal safety officials have banned some Apple laptops from airline flights after Apple recalled the batteries because they could catch fire. The Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement Wednesday that it alerted airlines last month about the recall involving…
Today, Roc Nation announced it has entered into a long-term partnership with the National Football League as the league's official Live Music Entertainment Strategists. The partnership will begin as the NFL's 100th season kicks off and will serve as a commitment…
Sixteen states and several major cities are opposing a lawsuit by the state of Alabama that would have the U.S. Census count only U.S. citizens and legal residents. New York, California and 14 other states are opposed to Alabama's lawsuit.…
32 million Americans have food allergies and new research finds more than a million of them are allergic to a seed that may not be on many people's radar: sesame. The allergy is more common than previously thought, according to…
The Trump administration has taken a step closer to relaxing federal regulations governing the amount of time truck drivers can spend behind the wheel. The proposed rule affects breaks that truckers are…
Scary moments outside of Blount Elementary last week, raises more questions about safety in schools. Monday, Dr. Ann Roy Moore discussed the issue with school officials. "There are a lot of things that…
A state appointed group is working to draft a bill that would make medical marijuana use legal in Alabama. It held its first public meeting Tuesday at the State House. Some in attendance…
Montgomery is in the grip of a dangerous heat wave, with indexes well into triple digits. In this kind of heat it's important to be extra cautious of the dangers associated…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Public safety is always a top priority in any municipality and the city of Selma is no exception. Alabama News Network sat down for a one…
A Montgomery County man has been sentenced to 317 years in prison for the 2016 kidnapping, robbery, and attempted murder of a Montgomery woman, District Attorney Daryl Bailey announced today. Kerstin Reese was convicted of Attempted Murder, Robbery First Degree,…
The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum has announced the passing a member of their giraffe herd, Connye, who was born at the Montgomery Zoo on March 23, 2015. Zookeepers…
The Montgomery Police Department would like to make the public aware of upcoming road closures in the Downtown area. Motorists are encouraged to use caution while traveling these areas. Beginning 8:00 a.m.,Thursday, August 15th until 5 p.m. Sunday, August 18th,…
With kids going back to class, parents are thinking about getting school supplies, but some might be surprised by what they see on the shelves at some stores. Backpacks come in all shapes and colors, but now there's one that…
