Prattville Police Dept. Share Holiday Shopping Safety Tips
The holiday hustle and bustle is right around the corner, and Prattville Assistant Police Chief, Dianne Thomas says unfortunately, so is a spike in crime. When it comes to holiday shopping,…
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Elmore County Sheriff: Escaped Inmate Seen in Titus Community
Elmore Co. Sheriff Bill Franklin has confirmed to Alabama News Network that the inmate accused of escaping from the Coosa County Jail has been seen in the Titus community of Elmore County. Franklin says 27-year-old Shane Anthony Vernon stole a…
Fourth Annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive Is Underway
Alabama News Network has launched its fourth annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive to benefit The Salvation Army in Montgomery. From now through Dec. 15, you can help us make a child's Christmas brighter here in our area. Last year's event…
Georgia Dome Implosion Leaves Behind Dust and Memories
One of the nation's largest domed stadiums has been reduced to rubble in downtown Atlanta. The Georgia Dome was imploded with nearly 5,000 pounds of explosives this morning. Alabama and Auburn football fans will remember many historic games inside the…
CrimeStoppers: Help Needed to Solve Deaths of Rapper, Cousin
The Macon County Sheriff needs your help after the bodies of two missing men were found. The bodies of Edward Reeves and Kendrick Stokes were found Friday night. Sheriff Andre Brunson…
Alabama Unemployment Rate at a Record Low
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted October unemployment rate is 3.6%, down from September’s previous record-tying rate of 3.8%, and well below October 2016’s rate of 6.1%. “We had great news last month, when we…
Shoppes at EastChase Providing Incentives to Shop Locally on Black Friday
The Shoppes at EastChase will provide an incentive for shoppers to shop locally on Black Friday with the $3,000 Gift Card Giveaway, which will run throughout the day during specified times from 9 AM – 4 PM near H&M. With registration starting at 9 AM,…
Six-Person Advisory Committee to Help Choose Auburn's Next AD
The search for Auburn University’s next athletics director is set to begin immediately with assistance from a six-person advisory committee. “We’re excited to see the high caliber of leaders interested in the position,” said Auburn President Steven Leath. “Jay Jacobs…
Equality Alabama Holds Happy Hour Rally for U.S. Senate Candidate Doug Jones
Hundreds packed Kru Bar in Montgomery to support U.S. Senate candidate Doug Jones. "Doug Jones is the candidate that can bring people to the middle and the candidate that can find common ground to actually get things done in Washington,…
Greenville Police Host First-Ever Coffee with a Cop
The Greenville Police Department is making bold moves to connect with the people they serve. Chief of Police Justin Lovvorn has launched Coffee with a Cop. The program - held…
Trump "discomfort" with Roy Moore campaign
WASHINGTON (AP) - A White House aide says President Donald Trump isn't campaigning for Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore due to "discomfort" with allegations that the former judge initiated sexual contact with teenage girls decades ago. National Republicans are face…
Auburn Student is Rhodes Scholar
Auburn's news release says Matthew Rogers is a senior majoring in software engineering, and that he plans to pursue a doctorate in cyber security. Quoting the news release: “This is a great honor for Matthew and Auburn University,” said…
Macon County Authorities Identify Bodies Found as Missing Rapper and Cousin
Macon County authorities have found the bodies of two men who have been reported missing. Authorities confirm the identities of the bodies found as Atlanta-based rapper Edward Reeves and his cousin Kendrick Stokes. "No type of witnesses and what I…
Both Female Candidates for Governor Talk about Roy Moore
Incumbent Alabama Governor Kay Ivey was asked about Roy Moore this week. She said although she has no reason to doubt the women who say he mistreated them sexually, she will vote for Moore. The girls were in their teens--one…
Dog Shot in the Face with a Bow & Arrow in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A dog in Dallas County is on the road to recovery after being shot in the head with a bow and arrow. County workers spotted…
Troy City Council Drafts Sunday Alcohol Ordinance
Troy city council members have presented the first draft of their Sunday alcohol sales ordinance. Last month 73 percent of Troy residents voted in favor of Sunday alcohol sales. But what exactly does it entail for businesses? "We have numerous…
Secretary of State: No Prosecution for Crossover Voting in Alabama
Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill announced today there will be no prosecutions over instances of possible crossover voting the recent primary special election. Here's the press release from the Secretary of State's office: November 17, 2017 - MONTGOMERY…
Alabama's Infant Mortality Rate On the Rise, Highest Since 2008
Infant deaths are on the rise in Alabama, that's according to 2016 data from the Alabama Department of Public Health. Health officials say alabama's infant mortality rate is the highest it's been…
MPD Launches Homicide Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the Thursday evening shooting death of Justin Adams, 21, who was killed when a verbal dispute led to violence. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 1200 block of Forest…
Roy Moore's Wife Defends Husband
The wife of Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore says her husband will not step down in the face of sexual assault allegations. Kayla Moore spoke out in defense of her husband on Friday. She says they have been married for…
Alabama's Unemployment Rate Continues to Drop
Alabama's unemployment rate has dropped to a record low 3.6 percent. The governor's office says the rate announced Friday is down from the September rate of 3.8 percent, and it's the lowest ever recorded in Alabama. Last month's rate is…
Boy Scouts Host First Annual Shrimp Boil in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Shrinking revenue has Boy Scouts in Selma and Dallas County working to raise money to make sure the scouting program continues in the area. The first annual Boy Scouts Shrimp Boil is Saturday at Charlie's…
Draper Prison to Close in the Near Future
The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) says that Draper Prison will be closed in the near future. ADOC assures that all Draper employees will be reassigned, and none will lose his or her job. They also assured that all employees…
Airlines Bump Fewer Passengers Off Oversold Flights
Airlines are bumping fewer passengers off oversold planes after taking to heart the public anger over a man being violently dragged from his seat earlier this year. The U.S. Department of Transportation said Thursday that airlines bumped 2,745 passengers between…
Alabama GOP Chairman Releases Statement on Senate Candidate Roy Moore
Alabama Republican Party Chairman Terry Lathan made the following statement regarding the U.S. Senate election: “On Wednesday evening, the Alabama Republican Party Steering Committee, comprised of 21 members, met to discuss the events and circumstances regarding the December 12 U.S.…
