Thunder Truck at Macon Academy East
Chief Alabama News Network Meteorologist Shane Butler took Thunder Truck out for a spin today to Macon Academy East for an event featuring first-responders and their vehicles.
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Convocation Speakers Encourage Incoming Freshman to Step Out of Comfort Zones
Troy University is set to begin this week. Before it does, incoming freshmen began their college journey at the inaugural Troy University Odyssey Convocation Sunday, welcoming them to campus. The freshmen…
Montgomery Traffic Fatality
An accident that caused Montgomery police to close down the Northbound lanes of Eastern Boulevard Saturday evening also resulted in the death of a passenger in one of the two vehicles that collided. The police report: "... they located a…
Worley Fights off Challenge
Democratic party Chair Nancy Worley was re-elected as party chair today, despite a challenge from longtime Democratic activist Peck Fox. Delegates to the Executive Committee meting re-elected her 101 to 89. Fox was being promoted by the only Democrat holding…
Alabama Democratic Party Re-Elects Nancy Worley as Chair
The Alabama Democratic Party has re-elected Nancy Worley as chair. U.S Senator Doug Jones is the only democrat holding statewide office and he wanted Worley replaced. But he did not…
Alabama Lawmaker Proposing Later Start Date for School Systems
Many Alabama school systems are already back in session. But one Alabama lawmaker has a problem with the early start. Rep. Craig Ford is proposing that school start just two weeks before Labor Day. These days, the beginning of August…
Worley Faces Challenge for Head of Alabama Democratic Party
As Alabama Democrats head into what they hope will be a rebuilding year, some are arguing for new party leadership. The Alabama Democratic Party executive committee meets Saturday in Montgomery to elect a chair person. Longtime chairwoman Nancy Worley will…
Death Penalty Upheld for Inmate Convicted of Killing Friend in Henry Co. Six Years Ago
A state appeals court has upheld the capital murder convictions of a man sentenced to die for killing a friend in southeast Alabama six years ago. The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals refused Friday to overturn the conviction of Justice…
Head Start expanding in Alabama's Black Belt
Funding from the black Belt Community Foundation has allowed the Head Start/Early Head Start program in Linden to open in a new location. The 13,350 square foot building includes four Early Head Start and three Head Start classrooms.…
US Budget Deficit Totals $76.9 Billion in July
The federal government recorded a $76.9 billion deficit in July, with increased government spending and tax cuts keeping the country on track to record its biggest annual deficit in six years. The Treasury Department reports that in the first 10…
20 Montgomery Police Officers Promoted
The Montgomery Police Department held its promotion ceremony Friday morning at City Hall. A total of 20 officers were promoted to the ranks of police sergeant, lieutenant, captain and major. The ceremony also included the swearing in of chiefs of…
Four Members of Drug Trafficking Organization Arrested
Thursday, August 9th, four members of a drug trafficking organization based in Lee County pled guilty to charges against them on the second day of their trial, announced United States Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr. Their guilty pleas bring the total…
"Operation Focused Remedy" Leads to 24 Arrests, 50 Guns Seized
A three-month operation focused on reducing violent crime in Selma and the Gulf Coast region resulted in federal charges against 24 defendants, with about 50 guns seized, announced U.S. Attorney Richard…
Montgomery Death Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department says a body was found in the 1500 block of South Hull Street about 7 a.m. this morning. Police say a man was found dead at the scene. Montgomery police are investigating the cause of…
District 5 MPS School Board Candidates Speak to Neighbors
Both Republican Jannah Bailey and Democrat Rhonda Oats spoke to the Halcyon Neighborhood Association. They say they are looking to bring fresh vision and perspective to the board. Jannah…
Four-Car Crash in Macon County Claims Two Lives
Alabama State Troopers are investigating what caused a deadly four-car crash in Macon County Wednesday morning. Troopers say 71-year-old James McCorvey of Columbus, Georgia and 39-year-old Derrick Shelton of Prattville died in that crash Highway 80, east of Tuskegee. Authorities…
Former Alabama Governor Attempts Comeback on Social Media
Former Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley is attempting to revive his battered reputation on social media after his administration ended in scandal. The former governor has launched the "Bentley for Alabama" website and reactivated his social media accounts. The website discusses…
Keeping Tourism Numbers Up in Montgomery
For many people, Montgomery is a tourism destination and city and county leaders are doing everything they can to keep people coming back to the Capitol City. Darren Bater of Canada, is …
Troy City Schools Aiming for Improvements
School faculty and staff are always looking to improve their academics. Thursday was the beginning of the school year for Troy City Schools and Pike Liberal Arts, and improvement is…
Montgomery Physician Arrested in Raid
Armed DEA Agents raided the Montgomery family medicine practice of Doctor Richard Stehl as well as his home this morning and left with materials. Stehl faces charges of illegally distributing controlled…
Deputies Better Equipped To Respond To Cardiac Arrest Emergencies
For a person experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts. Experts say the chances for survival decrease 10% with every minute you wait to get medical attention. That's why the Montgomery County…
University of Alabama Finishing Renovations Before 2018-19 School Year
The University of Alabama is set to finish several renovations before classes start this month. Reports say renovations to a dining hall, residence hall and engineering building will be finished by Aug. 22. The director of dining service, Kristina Patridge,…
Woman Charged After Baby in Her Care Tests Positive for Narcotics
Montgomery police have charged Karon Burgans, 26, with chemical endangerment of a child. These charges come after an infant under her care tested positive for narcotics. MPD arrested Burgans at her home in Montgomery and placed her in the Montgomery…
Walt Maddox Releases Video on Kay Ivey's Refusal to Debate Him
Democratic gubernatorial challenger Walt Maddox has launched a series of videos about Republican Gov. Kay Ivey's refusal to debate. The campaign posted the first video on social media Thursday. It shows an empty debate podium with "Kay Ivey" written on…
State Supreme Court Stays Officer's Murder Trial
The Alabama Supreme Court has stayed the trial of a Montgomery police officer facing murder charges. Aaron Cody Smith was scheduled to go to trial Monday on murder charges for the…
