Virginia College Campuses Suddenly Close
Virginia College students in Montgomery got quite a surprise when they went to class Wednesday. They arrived to take their finals for nursing school and found out the school was closing. We talked…
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Former Alabama Rep. Perry Hooper, Jr. Remembers Late President George H.W. Bush
While the nation mourns President George H.W. Bush, former Alabama Representative Perry Hooper Jr. shares the impact bush had on Alabama. Hoopers has many stories to tell of President George H.W. Bush. On many…
New MPS Board Members Sworn in
New beginnings are ahead for the Montgomery Public School board. Several new faces are officially part of the board after being sworn in Tuesday afternoon. New board members sworn in were Clare Weil, Claudia…
Annual Holiday House Kicks Off Christmas Season in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The 40th Annual Holiday House is underway in Selma. The arts and crafts sale is a Selma Christmas tradition that marks the holiday season in the city each year.…
A Local Pastor Recalls Early '90's Visits from President George H.W. Bush
As thousands across the country mourn the loss of President George H.W. Bush, one church here in Alabama is feeling the loss a little more. President Bush visited montgomery in the early 1990's when he…
MLK Bust to be Unveiled in January
New details were released Tuesday in the efforts to bring a statue of Dr. Martin Luther King Junior to downtown Montgomery. This is a project city leaders have been working on for years. A…
Feral Cats becoming more of a Problem in Local Neighborhoods
It's a problem a lot of communities across the country are facing. The over breeding of feral cats. Steven Tears is executive director of the Montgomery Humane Society. He says they are trying…
Annual Central Alabama Fair Set to Start in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The 62nd Annual Central Alabama Fair is set to get underway in Selma -- and organizers say there have been a few changes this year. The fair will be…
Boys Uncles Charged in Prattville Child Abuse Case
Two more family members have been arrested after a teenager was found naked and chained in his Prattville home last month. Authorities say it's two of the the boy's uncles. Douglas Gene Phillips (left)…
Two Weekend Death Investigations Leave Friends Searching for Answers
It was a busy weekend for the Troy Police Department. They're searching for answers after two death investigations. Police responded to a call early Saturday morning in a wooded area off County Road 1185,…
Man Robbed at Gunpoint, Tied Up & Thrown in the Trunk of Car
Robbed at gunpoint, tied up and thrown into a trunk, that's what one man says happened to him Friday in broad daylight at a local park. The man who asked to not be identified…
Livestock, Exhibits Attract Fair-Goers to Alabama National Fair
Since 1954, The Alabama National Fair has been one of Montgomery's most popular attractions, featuring carnival rides, prizes, and delicious fair foods. And while those are what helps bring in people, it's the southern…
Tickled Pink Expo 2018
Many of the people at Tickled Pink Saturday say they wanted to show support for their loved ones like Angela Minenfield who attended with her mother Nannie Wilson. "She's a survivor and she went…
Rich Thomas Weather Extra: Hurricane Season Hitting Its Peak
We have a new weekly segment on Alabama News Network: The "Rich Thomas Weather Extra". Each week, Rich will highlight a moment in weather history, explain a little-known weather fact or present the forecast…
Local Fans React to Wins for Auburn and Alabama Football
It's been eight months since 2017's last college football season ended with Alabama's national championship. College football returned on Saturday for several of the state's teams. Both top-ranked Alabama and 9th ranked Auburn won…
Ross Sits Down with Alabama News Network for One-on-One Interview
Alabama News Network anchor Andrew James recently sat down with new Alabama State University President Quinton Ross for a one-on-one interview to discuss his vision for ASU. After years of instability in the…
Troy Makes Changes to Gameday Parking Areas, Upgrades to Football Stadium
Preparations are underway for the start of Troy University’s Trojan college football season, and there are some changes gameday attendees need to be prepared for. Updates to veterans memorial stadium will have trojan fans…
Lawmakers Combating the Opioid Epidemic, Giving Overdose Devices to Every High School in State
Alabama has the highest rate of opioid prescriptions in the country. And Thursday some state lawmakers announced what they are doing to combat that. State Senators Gerald Dial, Jim McClendon, and Steve Livingston,…
Prattville Fire Department Awarded Top Rating
People in Prattville are safer after the city's fire department is awarded a top ISO rating. Chief Terry Brown says the upgrade reflects the effort and commitment of the men and women at…
Remembering Mary Ann Neeley
Well-known Montgomery historian Mary Ann Neeley died earlier this week. For many people in Montgomery, Neeley was the go-to historian for decades. Those who worked alongside her tell me that she leaves behind a…
Dr. Quinton Ross Inaugurated As Alabama State University's 15th President
Alabama State University is celebrating an official change of leadership. Thursday morning Dr. Quinton Ross was inaugurated as the university's 15th president. Dr. Ross took his oath in front of close family and friends,…
Local Scout Collecting Donated Items for Homeless Veterans
A Montgomery Boy Scout wants to help homeless veterans...and he needs your help. LAMP student Junhyung Park is collecting basic hygiene items for homeless veterans across the state. He is working with the…
MFD Drone Video Released of Booker T. Washington Magnet School Fire
The Montgomery Fire Department has released drone video of the fire at Booker T. Washington Magnet High School. The fire destroyed part of the school early this morning. The fire destroyed Building C, which housed the school’s cafeteria, counselor’s offices,…
Rosa Parks Letter Auctioned, Purchased by Montgomery Family
A page handwritten by Rosa Parks sold at auction last week, and the buyers had a very good reason for the purchase. Parks wrote about two Civil Rights era bombings in Montgomery.…
Redland Community Bands Together to Support Orsi Family
Counselors were at Redland Elementary School Monday for anyone struggling with the apparent murder-suicide over the weekend. As the community mourns, they're also banding together to support the three Orsi girls who lost everything.…
