94th Annual Turkey Day Classic Preps
A nearly century old tradition at Alabama State University will continue this Thanksgiving. The hornets will be taking on the tigers from Edward Waters in the 94th annual Turkey Day Classic ;…
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Reward for Mosses Double Murder Info Up to $13,000 Dollars
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There are new developments in the investigation into a double murder that happened earlier this year in Lowndes County. Authorities announced that the reward being…
Despite Trump Saying He's "Soft on Crime", Doug Jones Has Put Felons in Prison
The Alabama Democrat who was disparaged by President Donald Trump as "soft on crime" is a former U.S. attorney who prosecuted church bombers and domestic terrorist Eric Rudolph. Trump has given Republican Roy Moore a near endorsement in Alabama's Senate…
What's Open & Closed on Thanksgiving Day
BestBlackFriday.com Website Says These Stores are Open on Thanksgiving Day 2017 Bass Pro Shops – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m Bealls Florida – 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Belk – Thanksgiving 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Black Friday Bergner’s –…
Governor Ivey Declares November 25 "Small Business Saturday"
Black Friday is not the only day after Thanksgiving to find big deals. Small Business Saturday is also getting people inside their favorite local shops. "By supporting all of our neighbors,…
Montgomery Fire Department Investigating First Fire Fatality of 2017
Montgomery Fire/Rescue is conducting an investigation after responding to a fire in the 2300 block of Lower Wetumpka Road. The fire resulted in the first fire-related fatality of 2017. Units were…
Gov. Ivey Awards Grant to Selma Organization to Boost School Attendance, Reduce Juvenile Crime
A $24,750 grant awarded by Governor Kay Ivey will help a Selma-based organization reduce absenteeism in Selma and Dallas County schools and curtail juvenile crime. The grant will enable the Children’s Policy Council of Dallas County to provide resources and…
Alabama Reschedules Execution Previously Blocked By Court
The Alabama Supreme Court has set another execution date for an inmate whose execution was previously blocked because of his declining health. Justices on Wednesday said Vernon Madison will be put to death on Jan. 25. Madison was convicted in…
$10,000 Reward Offered in Homicide
A $10,000 reward is being offered for information that will lead to the person responsible for the death of a 27-year-old Clanton woman. Al.com reports the Shelby County Sheriff's Office says its investigators have chase down every lead since Melissa…
Boots N Brellas Rain Gear Drive
One group in Montgomery says many students in our area don't have something that many people take for granted, rain gear. They say not having rain gear is impacting their education…
Downtown Greenville retailers gear up for Black Friday
Downtown Greenville is beginning to look at lot like… Black Friday. Mandy Little manages The Pineapple on Commerce Street. She's one of many local retailers preparing for the busiest shopping day…
Backstreet Boys Member Accused of Rape
Nick Carter says he's "shocked and saddened" by accusations made by a singer who said he raped her about 15 years ago. Melissa Schuman of the girl group Dream wrote in a blog post that she was "forced to engage…
Coosa County Escapee Recaptured Near Atlanta
Authorities say a fugitive has been captured near Atlanta after escaping from the same county jail in Alabama twice within a three-week span. The Coosa County Sheriff's office in Alabama said…
Congresswoman Hosts Town Hall in Perry Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Congresswoman Terri Sewell hosted town hall meeting in Marengo and Perry counties. Dozens of Perry County residents turned out for the town hall meeting Tuesday afternoon…
Three Weeks Away from Senate Race, Steve Flowers Weighs In
"The battle is here and we're gonna fight to the death!" Moore Chief Political Strategist, Dean Young, told reporters on the Capitol steps Tuesday. It's a strategy they are…
"The Partridge Family" Star David Cassidy Has Died
Former teen idol David Cassidy of "The Partridge Family" fame has died at age 67, publicist says. He was admitted to a Florida hospital last week suffering from liver and kidney failure. No official cause of death has been reported.…
The Search For An Escaped Coosa County Inmate Continues
The search continues for a man who escaped from the Coosa County jail. Authorities say Shane Vernon escaped Sunday afternoon after noticing a door wasn't secure. Vernon is now also…
Roy Moore Campaign Lashes Out, Refuses to Answer Questions from the Media
Republican Roy Moore's campaign is lashing out again at the news media and accusations of sexual misconduct, but refusing to answer reporters' questions. In a Tuesday news conference, campaign strategist Dean Young and two other longtime associates of the Alabama…
Officers Stepping Up Patrol for Holiday Travel
Millions of Americans are expected to hit the road this week for Thanksgiving. Officers are making efforts to make sure everyone is safe for the holiday. For some, it's the start…
Autistic Man Reported Missing in Prattville
UPDATE: Prattville police tell Alabama News Network that Shelton has been found safe in Montgomery and is being taken back to Prattville. Original story: Noah Richard Shelton has been reported missing from Lawrence Street in Prattville. Shelton is autistic and…
State Christmas Tree Lighting Set for December 1st
Governor Kay Ivey will light the state’s official Christmas tree during a special ceremony Friday, Dec. 1 at 5:30 p.m. on the front steps of the state Capitol. “Lighting the Christmas tree at the Capitol is a wonderful, tangible, example of the…
President Trump Backs Roy Moore, Discounts Allegations
President Donald Trump is discounting accusations of sexual misconduct against Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore, telling voters not to support his "liberal" rival. Trump spoke to reporters Tuesday at the White House before leaving for a Thanksgiving break at his…
Doug Jones Uses Comments Made by Republicans in New Ad Against Roy Moore
The words of prominent Republicans are being used against Alabama's GOP Senate nominee Roy Moore in a campaign ad. The ad by Democratic candidate Doug Jones features statements made by Attorney General Jeff Sessions, Sen. Richard Shelby and Ivanka Trump…
Brewbaker Primary & Intermediate School Burglary Suspect Arrested
The Montgomery Public School System reported five burglaries of Brewbaker Primary and Brewbaker Intermediate between the dates of October 31 and November 5. The burglaries were committed by the same suspect. The suspect made off with over $15,000 of school…
