The White House Initiative on HBCU's Summit provided an opportunity for leaders and students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities to network with federal agencies and other potential partners on a national level, and Alabama State University's leaders were there.…
Future leaders will gather to discuss their role in moving Montgomery forward at the C.L.A.S.S. Leadership Conference for area youth on Saturday, October 7, from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. on the 10th floor of the AUM Library Tower. The event is sponsored by…
The Alabama News Network Weather Authority team of meteorologists is tracking the aftermath of Hurricane Nate as it moves out of our area. Nate made landfall around 12:30 Sunday morning near Biloxi, Mississippi. In our part of Alabama, the storm's…
Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday issued a statewide State of Emergency in anticipation of the potential impacts for Tropical Storm Nate. According to the National Hurricane Center, Nate is expected to reach the northern Gulf Coast this weekend as a…
Cam Newton apologized in a Twitter video post Thursday night for sexist comments made to a female reporter. "After careful thought, I understand that my word choice was extremely degrading and disrespectful to women," the Carolina Panthers quarterback said at…
Faulkner University held their Annual Benefit Dinner Thursday night. This year, Donald Trump Jr. took the stage, opening with remarks of a teacher that made a difference in his life. Also praising Faulkner University as an example of higher education…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and a Selma non-profit holds a candlelight vigil in support of victims. SABRA Sanctuary hosted the event in front…
A campaign announcement from Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox is sparking interest across Alabama as he officially enters the Governor's race. "He's going to be a viable candidate. The question is can…
The Andalusia Police Department has arrested James Allen Lee, 52, for sexual abuse of a child under 12 years of age. Lee was taken into custody today. Andalusia Police Department Investigator Gene Jackson says Lee's arrest came after a three…
GOP Rep. Tim Murphy of Pennsylvania, caught up in tawdry revelations of an extramarital affair, is resigning from Congress. GOP Rep. Tim Murphy of Pennsylvania, caught up in tawdry revelations of an extramarital affair, is resigning from Congress. That's the…
A federal judge has halted the execution of an Alabama inmate just hours before he was to be put to death. A federal judge has halted the execution of an Alabama inmate just hours before he was to be put…
The right to bear arms... For some, it's just common sense. "Yeah, people carry just in case they get robbed or something like that. I understand you carry it to protect yourself," said Margarita Leon. Sunday night in Las Vegas,…
Dannon, the maker of Oikos yogurt, is cutting ties with spokesman Cam Newton following what the company perceives as "sexist" comments the Carolina quarterback made to a female reporter. Dannon, the maker of Oikos yogurt, is cutting ties with spokesman…
The Walmart Foundation presented the Montgomery Area Food Bank with a grant totaling more than $148,000 in support of its Mobile Pantry program during a volunteer effort earlier today. Walmart associates throughout the River Region joined the Montgomery Area Food…
The Dadeville Police Department has announced a third arrest relating to the Murder investigation of John Farrel Adamson and the Attempted Murder of Gerald A. Haggerty. The third arrest in the ongoing investigation was made on October 4, at approximately…
An Alabama inmate is asking a judge to halt his upcoming execution. Lawyers for 56-year-old Jeffery Lynn Borden on Thursday morning filed an emergency motion with the federal court in Montgomery, Alabama. His attorneys said the state should not be…
Pledging to end Alabama’s crisis in leadership, City of Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox announced today he is running for governor of the State of Alabama. In a video announcement released on his website, Maddox stated that he will rebuild trust…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The art district in downtown Selma continues to grow and develop behind the efforts of the city's thriving art community. The art district has nine galleries all located within walking distance of each other. On…
The Montgomery Police Department has issued a safety advisory following an offense involving an impersonation of a police officer. On Tuesday, October 4, MPD responded to Interstate 65 near Edgemont in reference to a non-police vehicle that had conducted a…
Troy Bank and Trust's growing reputation continues as the bank merges with First National Bank of Brundidge. "Two great managements, two great names, two great banks merging together we think it will be a win-win situation. A win for…
The Pike County Fair begins. Gates open at 6 pm each night. It continues through Saturday. Wednesday night, Troy University students will get in for $6 with their student ID. The annual fair is sponsored by the Troy Shriners Club. Ticket…
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled Alabama can proceed with the execution of a man convicted of killing his estranged wife and father-in-law in 1993. A divided court on Wednesday overturned a stay issued by the 11th U.S. Circuit Court…
The City of Wetumpka will host its annual Color the Town Pink Walk on Thursday, October 5 at Noon at the Wetumpka Civic Center Fountain. Joy Blondheim from the Joy the Life Foundation will be the guest speaker. The walk…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Alabama News Network's Jeff Sanders is doing his part in the fight against cancer. Jeff was selected by the American Cancer Society to be part of their "Real Men Wear Pink" campaign. Throughout the…
The Alabama Democratic Party has opened qualifying today, October 4, for two Special Primary Elections to fill the vacant House District 4 seat in Limestone and Morgan Counties and the vacant Senate District 26 seat in Montgomery County. The House District…
