Pike County Storm Cleanup Underway
Pike County is recovering from damage after the storm Wednesday. We talked with EMA Director Herb Reeves who said most of the damage came from the heavy rain, resulting in flooding…
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Hurricane Sally: Closings & Cancellations
Hurricane Sally prompted closings and cancellations in our area. This is the latest list from Alabama News Network. We will be updating this list, so check back often. SCHOOLS: Macon County Schools - No In-Person Classes Friday Tallapoosa County Schools…
Governor Ivey Issues Statement Ahead of Tropical Storm Sally
As Tropical Storm Sally approaches, Governor Kay Ivey issued the following statement Sunday: From Governor Kay Ivey: "As we head in to a new week, we are keeping a close eye on Tropical…
Alabama Last in Census Response as Much of Deep South Lags
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama ranks last in the country for response to the 2020 U.S. Census with Louisiana, Mississippi and Georgia also in the bottom five. . Numbers from the U.S. Census show Alabama so far has the lowest…
$1,000 Reward Offered for Information in Murder of Elba Man
Crimestoppers is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the murder of 26-year-old Donta Jaqun Rogers. On January 16, an unknown subject(s) went to 617 Putnam Street in Elba where Rogers shot and killed. Police have…
Troy Man Sentenced to 30 Years on Drugs and Gun Charges
On Friday, August 28, Osie Lee Davis, 49, of Troy, was sentenced to 360 months (30 years) in prison following federal gun and drug convictions, announced United States Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr., ATF Acting Special Agent in Charge Toby…
Tickled Pink to Be Held as a Virtual Event in 2020
COVID-19 has forced many local events to be canceled this year, but all of us at Alabama News Network are happy to say that Tickled Pink will be back in 2020! Tickled Pink is our annual women's expo to benefit…
Several of Your Favorite Daytime Shows Will Switch Time Slots on CBS 8
To get ready for the fall TV season, several of your favorite daytime TV shows will be switching time slots on CBS 8. The changes are effective Monday, September 14. THE DOCTORS: Will move from 3 p.m. to 9 a.m.…
Troy Police: Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Chasing Women Through Town, Shooting Girlfriend in Hand
Troy police have arrested a man in relation to a shooting. Henry Barr, 51, of Troy has been charged with three counts of attempted murder. He also is charged with three counts of shooting into an occupied vehicle. On Sunday,…
Troy Man Charged With Domestic Violence 1st Degree
Willie Jamel Bray, 26, of Troy, has been arrested by the Troy Police Department for Domestic Violence 1st degree. Officers responded to a report of a man down on Peacock Street at 7:25 am Sunday morning. When officers arrived, they…
Suspect in Banks Street Shooting in Troy Charged with Attempted Murder
Troy police have made an arrest in a Thursday night shooting where one man was shot multiple time. Christian Marchel London, 24 of Troy has been charged with attempted murder in connection with the shooting that occurred on Banks Street.…
Man Shot 8 Times Near Union Springs Gas Station, Suspect Charged with Capital Murder
Union Spring police have made an arrest into the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Johnarian Allen. Jeremiah Penn, 22, has been charged with Capital Murder in the death of Allen. On Thursday, August 28, Union Springs police responded to a call…
Troy Police Investigating Banks Street Shooting; Man Shot Multiple Times
On Thursday, August 28, Troy police responded to a shooting on Banks Street around 9:21 pm. The victim had already been transported to Troy Regional Medical Center by private vehicle prior to officers arriving on scene. When officers arrived at…
Update: Several Mayoral Races Heading to a Runoff
In the aftermath of Tuesday's city elections across Alabama, several mayoral races in our area will be heading to a runoff on October 6. Runoffs are needed when a race ends without a candidate receiving a majority of the votes.…
Troy University to Rename Bibb Graves Hall After Late Rep. John Lewis
The Troy University Board of Trustees announced Wednesday morning that it will rename one of…
Campaign 2020: City Election Results
Voters in cities across Alabama have cast their ballots in the 2020 municipal elections, voting for mayor, city council members and school board representatives. Montgomery held its city election last year and isn't a part of this election cycle. Alabama…
Campaign 2020: The City Vote - List of Races & Candidates
Thousands of voters in our area will go to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 25 to cast votes for mayor, city council and city school board seats. Montgomery held its city elections last year and is not a part of…
UPDATE: Troy Escaped Inmate Now in Custody
Troy Police say the inmate who escaped this morning has been located and is now in custody. Officials say Jackson Lamar Harris escaped around 10:30AM from the Troy City Jail.…
Suspect Arrested in Troy Shooting Near Magnolia Court and Aster Avenue
On Monday August 17, the Troy Police Department arrested Kendarius D’Andre Carter, 21, of Troy on one count of Assault 2nd. The arrest is in connection to a shooting that occurred at approximately 9:25am on August 12,  in the area…
Two Killed in Mass Shooting in Troy Identified
On Saturday, August 15, five people were shot at Pike County Cattleman's Complex. Police say the shooting happened around 2 A.M. Two of the five victims died from the shooting. Devonta Givens, 25, of Troy and Jhakyndall Johnson, 25, of…
Early Morning Shooting in Troy Leaves Two Dead, Three Others Injured
The Troy Police Department continues is investigating an early morning shooting where five people were shot. At 1:59 Saturday morning, officers were dispatched to assist with dispersing a large crowd at the Pike County Cattleman’s Complex in the 12000 block…
Alabama COVID-19 Testing Results Turnaround Now Averaging Seven Days
MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Health officials in Alabama say a surge in Coronavirus cases has overwhelmed Alabama's ability to provide test results within the expected 2- to 3-day turnaround. The Alabama Department of Public Health says the current turnaround time for most…
On Your Side: A Warning about Getting Seeds in the Mail
The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries has a warning if you get unsolicited seeds in the mail from China. State Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate says people from Alabama and several other states…
Alabama News Network Adds New TV Channel
Alabama News Network is adding a new TV channel to its lineup. The channel is called "getTV." You can see this channel over the air by using an antenna and tuning to 8.7. getTV features many classic TV shows such…
Family Remembers Rep. John Lewis at Troy University Service
The family of Rep. John Lewis took time to speak publicly about his life at a service this morning at Troy University. Alabama News Network aired the service live. "He was…
Bus Ticket from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Began Lifetime of Civil Rights Service for Rep. John Lewis
Eighteen-year-old John Lewis stepped off a Greyhound bus in Montgomery in 1958 after receiving a round-trip ticket from the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. The teen had written King a letter because he was interested in trying to attend the…
Troy University Spring/Summer Commencement
On Friday Troy University held its Commencement Ceremony. It was the first graduation ceremony at the university since the coronavirus pandemic began. Hundreds of graduates walked across the stage to receive…
Gov. Ivey Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff Honoring Congressman Lewis
Governor Ivey is ordering flags to be flown at half-staff this weekend to honor the life of U.S. Congressman John Lewis. The flags will fly at half-staff from sunrise on Saturday, July 25 to sunrise on Monday, July 27. Starting…
Celebration of Life Events Announced for Congressman John Lewis
The family of civil rights icon and congressman John Lewis has released details of the Celebration of Life ceremonies that are set to begin Saturday in Troy. A service celebrating "The Boy from Troy" will be held on the campus…
Troy Police Make Arrest in Recent Murder
Troy police have made an arrest in the shooting death of a 21-year-old man. Police have charged 17-year-old Jamarco Harris with capital murder for the death of Jacoby Cogburn. The shooting happened on July 13th in the 300 block of…
