MPS Board Votes in favor of Repealing Accountability Act
For the past five years, the Alabama Accountability Act has allowed students of failing schools to transfer to a another public or even private school if they met certain income requirements.…
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Run Benefits Police and Fire Departments in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma community is stepping up to the plate -- to help get police officers and fire fighters -- the equipment they need -- to stay…
AG Marshall Wants Alabamians to Participate in DEA Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
Attorney General Steve Marshall urges Alabamians to participate in the DEA Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, on Saturday, October 27, at various locations throughout the state. This year’s event—the 16th DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back--has approximately 50 collection sites scheduled to be…
What Others Are Saying about Campaign 2018 in Alalabama
Alabama News Network Political Analyst Steve Flowers says the races on the November 6th Alabama election ballot haven't gotten Alabama voters very excited, and he says people in other states are paying even less attention. That's especially true compared to…
UPDATE: 1 of 2 Childersburg Work Release Inmates Captured in Marshall County
Alabama corrections officials say one of two inmates who escaped from a work-release center has been captured. A Department of Corrections news release says Mark Araujo (ah-RAH'-ho) and Jacob Burnett - both 39 years old - escaped Tuesday night…
With Flu Season Beginning, Medical Professionals Say Now is the Time to Prepare
It is getting close to the peak of flu season. While it is unpredictable to know how severe the disease will be this year, medical professionals say now is the time…
ASU Mourns the Loss of Legendary Educator
The Alabama State University family mourns the loss of legendary ASU educator, Dr. Percy J. Vaughn, Jr. Vaughn was considered to be one of the pillars of academic leadership at the University during his tenure that spanned more than three…
Suspected Cancer Cluster at Auburn University
Alabama Department of Public Health News Release: The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), working in conjunction with Auburn University, has conducted a review of cases of uveal melanoma among former Auburn students and employees. Based on the best…
Governor Ivey Announces New Alabama HBCU Co-Op Pilot Program
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the creation of the Alabama HBCU Co-Op Pilot Program while at the inaugural Alabama HBCU Competitiveness Convening. The event was hosted by the Alabama Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs (GOMA) and the White House…
Alabama Tractor Supply Stores Raise $33,310 for 4-H Youth
Alabama 4-H youth will experience valuable hands-on learning opportunities as a result of Tractor Supply’s 2018 Paper Clover Campaign, a biannual fundraiser held in partnership with National 4-H Council. Alabama Tractor Supply stores collectively raised $33,310 in 2018 through donations…
Man Shot During Robbery, 18-Year-Old Charged
Montgomery police and fire medics responded to the 5700 block of Calmar Drive last night in reference to a subject shot. Upon arrival, they located an adult male who had sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was transported to…
Ten Commandments Amendment on November Ballot
"The talk about a 'red wave' or 'blue wave'... Well, this is a tsunami coming. And this is about 'We the People' and it's going to happen," said Dean Young, the writer of…
Jones and Maddox Call Out Governor Over Uniontown Sewage
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- U. S. Senator Doug Jones and democratic gubernatorial candidate Walt Maddox -- held a joint press conference in the city Tuesday morning to discuss the ongoing sewage…
Mega Millions $1.6 Billion Draws Many to Georgia State Line
Shirley Hines is taking her chances on Tuesday's Mega Millions worth $1.6 billion. "You can't win if you don't play so the odds are kind of way out there but I want…
Alabama Crops Suffer Damage After Hurricane Michael
It has been almost two weeks since Hurricane Michael hit south Alabama. Farmers in the area say they weren't hit as hard as they were expecting. Along County Road 4404, on…
Warriors Walk for Breast Cancer
The Alabama State University community came together Tuesday morning to support the fight against breast cancer. The Student Government Association sponsored the Warriors Walk to raise awareness about breast cancer. …
15-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder in Eastdale Mall Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has charged a juvenile suspect in connection with the Oct. 19 shooting at Eastdale Mall. Officers charged a 15-year-old male with attempted murder in the shooting of an 18-year-old male. The shooting victim remains in critical/stable…
Voter Push Before Election
There are two weeks to go until the November election. While there has been some mud slinging, political analyst Steve Flowers says it's been pretty quiet. "Certain people show up to vote…
Selma Man Pleads Guilty to Capital Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is facing the possibility of life in prison after pleading guilty to capital murder and attempted murder. Dallas County District Attorney…
TROY University Listed As Top Alabama College in "Best for Vets" Rankings
A ranking revealed Monday morning names Troy University as the top-ranked school in the state that caters to the needs of veterans and military members and their families. It…
Kowaliga Volunteer Firefighter Receives Alabama News Network's and Wettermark Keith's First Responder Hero Award
It's a tough job battling fires and for volunteer firefighters it can sometimes be tougher. But Larry Warren is showing what may seem impossible is possible. That is why he is chosen…
District Attorney Speaks Out About Mall Shooting
The Montgomery County District Attorney is speaking out about violent crime in public places across the City of Montgomery. Just last Friday night we told you a man was…
Murder Charges Dropped Against Teen Accused of Killing His Parents
The Elmore County District Attorney's Office has dropped murder charges against Jesse Holton. Holton was accused of killing his parents at their Eclectic home in 2016. Instead, Holton has pleaded guilty…
University of Alabama Raises $224 Million
The University of Alabama says it raised more than $224 million in gifts and pledges during 2017-18 school year. The school said in a news release the money came from more than 62,000 donors. The school said it had raised…
Troy Animal Rescue, Volunteers Head to Lynn Haven with Relief Supplies
The Troy Animal Rescue Project and other community volunteers headed to the Gulf Coast Sunday morning to offer assistance to hurricane victims. With a trailer full of food, water, and animal supplies, they decided to go to areas that aren't…
