There’s a new development in the lawsuit filed by 36 Nigerian Students against Alabama State University. Now, the Nigerian Government is getting involved. The lawsuit was filed against Alabama State University two years ago. In the lawsuit, the students allege that ASU misused or mishandled at least 800 thousand dollars meant for the students. Monday, the Nigerian Government officially filed…
In the aftermath of the tragic school shooting in Parkland, Florida, leaders both nationally and locally are trying to find an answer to a growing problem. Some say it’s tightening gun laws, while one Alabama lawmaker says arming teachers could be a part of the solution. “Evil people are going to kill people, guns are not the problem, and the…
The Cloverdale neighborhood is a sought after part of Montgomery, but recently some people have noticed a handful of businesses moving from one part of town. Over the past year, popular restaurants Tomatinos and Café Louisa relocated from Fairview Avenue to Cloverdale Road. Sinclair’s also closed, making way for Moe’s Barbecue. “Well I think it’s probably just natural cycle of…
Montgomery Fire officials say a toddler died in a house fire Friday morning. Fire crews were called to the 3000 block of Savage Drive just before 8 a.m. Friday. Officials say a 2-year-old was found deceased in the home. The investigation into the fire continues. Stay with Alabama News Network for more information as it becomes available. Categories: News Tags:…
Interim State Superintendent Dr. Ed Richardson laid out his plans for Montgomery Public Schools last week. Those plans include the closing of many schools and the sale of one in particular to the Town of Pike Road. Now we’re hearing from Pike Road leaders about the news and what it means for their school system. For the Town of Pike…
The Montgomery Police Department says a business was robbed in the 2900 block of Carter Hill Road Wednesday morning. Police say a weapon was not used and no property was taken. No arrests have been made at this time. Categories: News Tags: Business Robbery, Local News, Montgomery News
The deadline to qualify for state elections is closing in. The deadline is this Friday at 5 p.m. Here’s breakdown of some of the candidates who have qualified so far: Republican candidates for Governor: Kay Ivey, Tommy Battle Scott Dawson, Bill Hightower and Michael McAllister Democratic candidates for Governor: Sue Bell Cobb, Walt Maddox, James Fields and Anthony White Republican…
Montgomery Fire Rescue Montgomery Fire Officials say a two alarm fire broke out last night at the Woodley Terrace Apartments overnight Wednesday. Several families have been displaced and will be relocated to vacant apartments at the complex. One person was injured and is currently in the ER with minor injuries. Two puppies were rescued and are said to be ok….
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation after a deadly shooting Tuesday night. Emergency crews were called to the 2300 block of Highland Avenue around 9:30 p.m. When they arrived at the scene, they found 25-year-old Charles Jones who had been shot. Jones was taken to Jackson Hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to police. Police say…
After years of work, the city of Montgomery will be erecting a statue of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Mayor Todd Strange confirmed the announcement Tuesday on Alabama News Network This Morning. One issue has been funding the project, but Reverend Cromwell Handy says it is fully funded now. He says that the city of Montgomery, the County and the…
