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…
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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…
More Volunteers Needed for Montgomery's Community Emergency Response Team
Many people across the state and from neighboring states are extending a helping hand to the people of Lee County, impacted by Sunday's tornado. In Montgomery, EMA officials are calling for more people to join its community emergency response team.…
Dallas Co. Sheriff's Office Gets New Canines
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's department has two new officers to help in the fight against drugs. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the sheriff's office has purchased two new canines with the help of Jonn and Kathy…
FEMA Opens 4 Mobile Intake Centers in Lee County
Senator Doug Jones got a first hand look at the devastation today. About 20 agencies and 100 or so people are helping with the recovery effort. The areas of the Beauregard community that took the worst of the EF-4 tornado…
Full House Could Vote Friday on Gas Tax
The Legislative room was packed for the committee meeting, called to consider three bills involving a state gasoline tax increase. Two of the bills were approved with little discussion, but the third...the one that would increase by state gas…
Proposed Gas Tax Increase Moves to House Floor for Vote
A proposed gas tax increase has cleared its first hurdle in the Alabama Legislature. The House Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure Committee on Thursday approved the legislation. It now moves to the full House of Representatives for more debate. Alabama Gov.…
Sen. Doug Jones Tours Tornado Damage, Thanks President Trump
U.S. Sen. Doug Jones (D-Alabama) took time this morning to see first-hand the damage from Sunday's tornado that hit the Beauregard community in Lee County. He also took time to thank President Trump for his efforts to help in the…
Governor Kay Ivey Tours Tornado Devastation in Lee County
As members of the Beauregard community work to put the pieces of their lives back together. Governor Kay Ivey spent the day touring the neighborhoods devastated by Sunday's tornado…
Two Marengo Co. Women Speak Out About Bullying
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Marengo County women say their children are the victims of bullying at school and the school's response to the issue has been unacceptable. Candace…
Jeopardy Host Alex Trebek Diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer
Longtime Jeopardy Host Alex Trebek announced on Wednesday that he's been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Trebek made the video announcement on Jeopardy's YouTube page. The following is a transcript of his announcement: "Hi everyone, I have some news…
