Trash Troubles Raise Concerns in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma residents are talking trash about the effectiveness of city leaders. Trash has been piling up along city streets for several weeks and residents want it…
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Should Gubernatorial Candidates Governor Kay Ivey and Walt Maddox Face Off in a Debate?
Both Governor Kay Ivey and Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox won in Tuesday's primary election. But the question now is should the two debate going forward? Ivey won the republican nomination, while…
On D-Day + 74 years
The Merci Train, also known as the French Gratitude Train or the Forty and Eight, included 49 boxcars filled…
U.S. Department of Labor Data Shows That American Job Openings Exceed Job Seekers for First Time on Record
For the first time on record, the number of American job openings exceeds the number of job seekers – providing the latest indicator of continued job growth and economic strength under President Donald J. Trump. The Job Openings and…
All 15 GOP House Incumbents Renominated for Seat in Legislature
After Republican voters successfully renominated all 15 GOP House incumbents who faced opposition on Tuesday’s primary ballot, Speaker of the House Mac McCutcheon (R - Monrovia) and House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter (R -…
Reaction to MPS Board Primary Election
After last night's primary election, it looks like changes will be coming to the Montgomery Public School Board. Incumbent Melissa Snowden was defeated and Board President Robert Porterfield is moving to…
Montgomery City Council Approves Ordinance for Bike Share Program
The Montgomery City Council Tuesday night approved an ordinance paving the way to bring bike share systems to the Capital of Dreams. “This is another step in becoming a true destination city –…
John Merrill is the GOP Nominee for Secretary of State
First-term incumbent John Merrill has won the GOP nomination for Secretary of State. Merrill beat Marshall County Revenue Commissioner Michael Johnson. Merrill ran on his experience, while Johnson said he wanted to use his technical and administrative experience in the…
Walt Maddox Wins the Democratic Primary for Governor
Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox has won the Democratic primary in Alabama's race for governor. Maddox defeated former Alabama Chief Justice Sue Bell Cobb and other candidates in the Tuesday race. Maddox…
Kay Ivey Wins GOP Nomination for Governor
Gov. Kay Ivey clinched the Republican nomination in Alabama's gubernatorial primary race Tuesday, and now she seeks to win the office outright after her appointment 14 months ago, when predecessor Robert…
Three LAMP High School Students Receive National Merit Scholarships
National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced approximately 3,500 winners of National Merit Scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and universities.Three Montgomery Public Schools students were among the winners. Philip A. Harden was awarded the National Merit University of Alabama Scholarship. Harden plans to…
Campaign 2018: Election Results
Alabama News Network is your election headquarters for Campaign 2018: The Alabama Vote. Our non-stop Live coverage starts at 7 p.m. on CBS 8 and ABC 32 and continues through 10:35 p.m. tonight. Get updated election results here - These…
Alabama Democrats Looking to Build on the Victory of Doug Jones
The Democrats running for governor on Alabama's primary ballot Tuesday are hoping to build on the victory of U.S. Sen. Doug Jones, while Gov. Kay Ivey wants voters to affirm she belongs in the office she took over amid Republican…
Fashion Designer Kate Spade Found Dead in Apartment from Apparent Suicide
Law enforcement officials say New York fashion designer Kate Spade has been found dead in her apartment in an apparent suicide. The officials say she was found hanging by housekeeping staff inside her Park Avenue apartment at about 10:20 a.m.…
Member of 187th Fighter Wing Dies
The 187th Fighter Wing has announced that Airman 1st Class Sandrell A. Williams, a power production journeyman with the 187th Civil Engineer Squadron, has died. He was 39 years old. He died June 3 in Montgomery. Williams had been in…
AL Secretary of State Expects 25 to 30 Percent Voter Turnout
An Alabama election official is projecting that turnout for Tuesday's primary voting in the state will likely be about one-quarter or more of the state's registered voters. Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill predicts that between 25 and 30 percent…
Body Found, Death Investigation Underway in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A death investigation is underway in Wilcox County after a man is found dead over the weekend. Sheriff Earnest Evans says Steve Stacie's body was found…
MPS School Board Candidates Respond to Attack Ads
The race for Montgomery County school board is getting dirty according to two candidates who feel like they are being attacked. Monday morning, District 5 incumbent Melissa Snowden and…
Energy Institute of Alabama Honors Linemen for Hard Work, Sacrifice
When power needs to be restored after a storm, it is up to linemen to get the electricity up and running again. Those workers were honored for their hard work and sacrifice on…
Campaign 2018: Election Guide
The Alabama Primaries are Tuesday, June 5. Here is everything you need to know before you head to the polls. When Are Polls Open? Polls are open 7AM-7PM statewide Remember, this is a primary. You will have to request either…
Governor Ivey Makes Final Push for Votes
We are less than 24 hours from the primary elections for multiple local and statewide offices. We've been following the campaigns closely for months now, especially the race for governor. Governor…
Governor Ivey Seeks to Avoid Runoff in Republican Primaries
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is seeking to avoid a runoff in Tuesday's Republican primary as she tries to beat back a trio of challengers who have criticized her refusal to meet them on the debate stage. Ivey, looking to win…
New Dollar General Opens in Montgomery
Dollar General’s newest store at 304 W. Fairview Ave. in Montgomery is now open! In its new location, Dollar General will offer area residents a convenient new place to shop for everyday essentials at low prices. Dollar General will celebrate…
Death Row Inmate Found Dead from Apparent Suicide.
The Alabama Department of Corrections is investigating an apparent suicide of a death row inmate reported Sunday at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore. Prison officials found Jeffery Lynn Borden, 57, hanging by a bed sheet in his…
Dallas Co. Voters Ready to Head to the Polls
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The primary elections are only hours away and voters in Dallas County are gearing up to head to the polls and cast their ballots. Election season is in the air in the Selma and Dallas…
