Poll Shows Tightening U.S. Senate Race
The Hill in Washington is reporting a new poll in the Alabama U.S. Senate race, and it shows Republican Roy Moore and Democrat Doug Jones just six points apart. The poll…
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Montgomery Police Make Arrest in Death Investigation
Montgomery police say they've charged a suspect with felony murder in an early morning death investigation. Detectives have charged Issac Walters, 22, with one count of felony murder. He is being held under a $75,000 bond. Police say they got…
Montgomery Rotary Club Hosts 27th Annual International Night
Air Force officials from all around the world spent the night mingling with Montgomery's military and business communities, at the 27th Annual International Night, hosted by the Montgomery Rotary Club. They've traveled to…
Pine Hill Police Investigate Double Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Pine Hill Police are investigating a double homicide after a shooting claims the life of two men. Police say 55 year old Lloyd Carson was found shot dead…
Preparations for Tickled Pink Expo Begins
Over 100 vendors are setting up for what will possibly be another impactful Tickled Pink. "It helps a lot of women, it brings awareness about breast cancer and it helps people get self…
Could Alabama Elect A Democrat To Fill Vacant U.S. Senate Seat?
Could there a be glimmer of hope in the eyes of Alabama democrats? Some say yes after Roy Moore won the republican runoff for the U. S. Senate. But what are Democratic challenger…
Breast Cancer Survivor Makeover Story- Tiffany Hooks
Tiffany Hooks is a wife and mother of five. At 35-years-old her husband found a lump in her breast. "When I did see what it was I saw that it was a small…
Outside Media Looking In
It was difficult to absorb any online or offline media and not come across the story of Tuesday's U.S.Senate GOP primary runoff election. A CNN story described the president's disposition when he went to bed last night after roy moore's win---"embarrassed…
IP Announces Major Investment at Riverdale Mill
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- International Paper is making more than a quarter billion dollar investment in the future of its Dallas County facility. Dallas County's largest employer is sinking its roots even…
Are Dark Days Ahead for Majority Leader Mitch McConnell after Recent Losses in Senate?
Senate Republicans are reckoning with an insurgent's win in Alabama that poses clear threats to their own grip on power and the leadership of Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. Nearly $10 million spent by a McConnell-backed super PAC couldn't…
Montgomery Idol Winner Prepares for American Idol Audition
The winner of Alabama News Network's Montgomery Idol is now preparing for her audition for the upcoming return of American Idol on ABC. 19-year-old Payton Sells won this year's competition for a Silver…
Alabama National Guard to Send Support to Puerto Rico
The Alabama National Guard will provide an RC-26 aircraft and five crew to aid Puerto Rico in response to the recent hurricane impact to the island. Governor Kay Ivey authorized Major General Sheryl Gordon, Adjutant General of the Alabama National…
Roy Moore Celebrates Victory in GOP Runoff for U.S. Senate
Roy Moore is celebrating victory as he becomes the Republican nominee in the special election for U.S. Senate. Moore defeated incumbent Sen. Luther Strange in a Republican runoff. Tonight on Facebook, the Moore…
Gov. Kay Ivey Statement on Moore Victory in GOP U.S. Senate Runoff
Gov. Kay Ivey has released the following statement on the U.S. Senate Republican primary runoff: “One of my first acts as governor was to move the special election date so it was held in compliance with the law. Now the people…
Sen. Luther Strange Speaks to Supporters Following Loss to Roy Moore
Sen. Luther Strange's tenure in the U.S. Senate will be a short one. He has lost the Republican runoff to Roy Moore, according to the Associated Press. Tonight, Strange spoke to supporters in…
Longtime Montgomery TV Meteorologist Dan Atkinson Dies at 71
All of us at Alabama News Network want to remember a true legend of television broadcasting in Montgomery. Longtime meteorologist Dan Atkinson has died at 71. Atkinson is best known for his decades presenting the weather on WSFA, but he…
Election Results: Roy Moore Beats Sen. Luther Strange in GOP Senate Runoff
Alabama News Network is covering the Republican runoff for U.S. Senate between Sen. Luther Strange and Roy Moore. Click here for the latest election results. The winner of the GOP runoff will move on to face Democratic nominee, former U.S.…
New Selma Superintendent Gets Three Year Deal
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma City Schools is officially under new leadership. Dr. Avis Williams has accepted a contract from the school board to lead the school system. Williams got a three year deal with an annual salary of…
Local Patient Care Company Helping Maria Evacuees
Many of Puerto Rico's evacuees are coming to Miami to find refuge from the devastation of Hurricane Maria that left 3.4 million residents short of food, water and supplies. When they get to Florida, a Montgomery based company is helping…
Voter Turnout for U.S. Senate Runoff
After weeks of campaigning, the Race for U.S. Senate is now back in the hands of voters, but voter turnout is expected to be low. Recently, the race has gotten national attention with…
Low Voter Turnout Projected in Senate Primary Runoff
Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill says turnout for the state's Republican runoff for U.S. Senate is so far looking pretty low. Merrill said he was projecting a 12 to 15 percent turnout for Tuesday's race. Sen. Luther Strange and…
Auto Theft Suspects Identified, In Police Custody
The Montgomery Police Department has officially notified CrimeStoppers that both suspects in an auto theft investigation have been identified and are in police custody. Anthony Draughn was identified staff member of the Elmore County Detention Facility, where he was being held…
Adidas Says They Were Unaware of Misconduct from Its Company
Adidas says it's unaware of any misconduct at its company in a college basketball bribe-paying scheme but will "fully cooperate with authorities." The company issued a statement Tuesday after federal prosecutors announced that its director of global sports marketing is…
H&M to Open in Eastchase on Thursday
H & M, Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M), one of the world’s largest fashion retailers famous for offering fashion-forward apparel at affordable prices, will open this Thursday, September 28, at Noon. To celebrate the new store, the H&M at The Shoppes…
Victim Identified in Early-Morning April Street Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following a shooting that occurred in the 3500 block of April Street just after midnight. The Montgomery Police Department has identified the deceased victim of this morning’s fatal shooting as Lekarrius Williams, 22,…
