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Lake Martin Businesses See Increased Sales With Warmer WeatherThe sounds of boats and jet skis crashing through the waves -- all the signs boating season is here. Read More » 
Exclusive:Attempted Murder Victim Speaks After Prosecuters Find Del Toro Guilty
It's a story of courage: an Andalusia woman held captive and tortured for hours, then shot multiple times lives to see the suspect sentenced to prison. Read More » 
City of Millbrook Dedicates New Police And Municipal Court Building
It's been two years since the city of millbrook decided they needed more space to fit law enforcement and other city officials. And today, people celebrated the grand opening of the new police and municipal court complex. Read More » 
Law Enforcement Responds To Andalusia Bomb Threat, Buildings Cleared
Scary moments today in downtown in Andalusia. This after law enforcement swarm the area due to a bomb threat. Read More » 
Camillia City Civitans Bowl For A Cause, Helping Those With Special NeedsA group in Butler County spent the day bowling with adults with special needs... Read More »
Possible Sales Tax Increase In AndalusiaShoppers in Andalusia could see a big hike in the city sales tax in the coming weeks... Read More »
Historic Montgomery Gas Station Torn Down Without Approval
From Montgomery -- questions about why a historic building downtown has been torn down... and whether it's allowed. Read More » 
EXCLUSIVEBank Robbers Caught On VideoWe have new information on a Greenville bank robbery, as police and the FBI search for two suspects -- and we have surveilence video you'll only see here on Alabama News Network... Read More »
Lawmakers Discuss Final Days Of Legislature Session
It's the final stretch for the Alabama Legislature, as lawmakers move into the last week of this year's session -- and so far, the general fund and state education budgets have yet to be passed. Read More » 
EXCLUSIVE:Vigil Held For Murder Victim, New Leads In Case
It's been two years since a man was murdered in Crenshaw County. As the vigil is held, investigators say there are new leads that could lead them to the killer. Read More »
FDA Approves Plan B One-Step For Girls 15 And Older Without Prescription
People are talking about a change the federal government is making over birth control. In a few days, the so-called "Morning-After Pill" will be available to girls younger than ever before. Read More »
Covington Co. Kicks Off Miracle LeagueCovington County has just started a Miracle League, giving some special children a chance to shine at sports. Read More » 
Extra:Living the Legacy
The late Jock Smith may no longer be with us, but thanks to his vision, his vast collection of sports treasures can be enjoyed by thousands of people each year. Read More »
Investigators Searching For Woman Who Allegedly Stole And Used Credit CardsGreenville Police need your help finding the person in this surveilance video. They allege the woman seen here stole multiple credit cards and then used them at area Walmarts.. Read More » 
Opp Industrial Park Receives AdvantageSite Designation, City Leaders Forshadow Big Business
Opp could soon be getting dozens of new jobs -- those jobs are needed in a city where people have seen major factories close. Read More » 
First Service at Eclectic Church After Being Destroyed by April 27th Tornadoes
For the first time in two years, an Elmore County congregation has service at their church... this, after the deadly April 27, 2011 tornados wiped out the whole church.... Read More »
Balloon Release In Covington County Honors Abused ChildrenApril is National Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention month and people in south Alabama recognized it today with a blue ribbon ceremony... Read More » 
Exclusive:Municipal Court Coming To GeorgianaIt's been more than 40 years since the city of Georgiana has had any type of municipal court... and in a few weeks, they'll be bringing it back... Read More »
Entertainment Investments In Greenville
Hundreds of thousands of dollars are being poured into entertainment in Greenville, including a nearly $1 million investment into its local movie theater. But that's not all... Read More » 
Calhoun High School Vandalized, Searching For Vandals
There's at least $10,000 worth of damage to clean up at one Lowndes County high school -- Calhoun High School officials along with Lowndes Sheriff's deputies say they're on the search for the people who vandalized and stole property from the school... Read More »
Opp Gears Up For City ImprovementsSeveral improvement projects are soon to be underway in the city of Opp... and city leaders hope it leads to more opportunity for its residents. Read More » 
EXCLUSIVE:Boston Marathoner Returns Home To AndalusiaAn Andalusia man has just returned home from running in the Boston Marathon. He sits down for his first face-to-face interview with Alabama News Network to describe the terror he witnessed just after the bombings. Read More »
Greenville Police Make Armed Robbery ArrestA man is behind bars after a robbery at a Greenville gas station. Read More » 
April 15, 2011 Anniversary: Boone's Chapel Baptist Church RededicationIt's been about two years since a tornado took the lives of three Autauga County residents and destroyed the sanctuary at a church... and today state and city officials joined members at Boone's Chapel Baptist church to re-dedicate the space. Read More »
Authorities Investigating High-Speed ChaseAuthorities in Crenshaw County are investigating what led to a high-speed chase that ended on Highway 66. Read More » 
Butler Co. Schools Implement New Security MeasuresIt's been almost four months since the Newtown shooting massacre... and after reviewing security procedures, the Butler County School System has already started amping up security. So, what changes have they made? Read More »
City Pool Reconstruction Begins SoonThe city of Opp will soon be diving into a new construction project... Read More »
Sheriff's Office Sees Increase In Mail ScamsThink YOU can spot a mail scam? A lot of people think they know the warning signs -- but The Butler County Sheriff's Office says scam artists are hitting the county... and spotting them isn't as easy as you'd think... Read More » 
EXCLUSIVE:SMART Alabama Hyundai Supplier Finishes Expansion, Hope To Launch Next Expansion Fall 2013In Luverne, one Hyundai supplier has finished it's third expansion in less than six years and plant managers tell us they plan to get even bigger in the near future... Read More »
Greenville Man Run Over By Girlfriend, Police Investigate If On PurposePolice say a Greenville man was run over by his girlfriend... but whether or not it was intentional is still a mystery. Now, this man is fighting for his life... Read More »
Crenshaw County School System Brings i-Pad For Students Starting SummerOne south Alabama school system is taking classroom learning to the next level... Read More »
Andalusia Courtroom Moving SoonThe city of Andalusia will soon move it's municipal courtroom... Read More »
Sheriff's Office Still Spreading Word On Lifesaver BraceletsButler County sheriff's deputies say Project Lifesaver isn't going so well... they say that's because there needs to be more awareness of how the program can help people. Read More »
Man Reaches Out To Young Veterans, Help Needed To House VetsA south Alabama man is opening his home and heart in an effort to help young veterans get back on their feet -- one veteran tells us it's changed his life. Read More »
Hundreds Attend Easter Sunrise Service, Children Hunt For 50,000 EggsIt's Easter Sunday -- and while some of you may have attended a late morning service, hundreds drove to Prattville before dawn and braved the early morning chill for an Easter Sunrise Service... Read More »
Butler Co. Announces Expansion At Coastal Forest Products, Means Future JobsA Butler County company is getting ready for a major expansion... and that means more jobs are on the way... Read More »
Elderly Considered Easiest Target For Criminals, Expert Advises On PrecautionsIt's happened twice in the last few months in south Alabama -- an elderly person murdered in a home invasion. We have expert advice for the elderly who may live alone... and for the loved ones who care for them. Read More »
EXCLUSIVE:Crenshaw Co. Authorities Identify 88-Year-Old Sardis Murder VictimThe search is on for the person who killed an 88-year-old man near Highland Home... Read More »
Crenshaw County Deputies Confirm Murder of 88-Year-Old ManFrom Crenshaw County -- authorities are looking for answers after a murder near Highland Home... Read More »
Greenville Fire Chief Retires, Son Appointed As ChiefChanges are coming to the Greenville Fire Department -- after 21 years serving as fire chief, Mike Phillips is stepping down... and he has a close tie to the man taking over... Read More »
Rallying Hopes To Deliver Message To Congress About Postal Delivery Day CutEarlier this week, Congress passed a new spending bill that would continue requiring a six-day mail delivery... and today in Montgomery, ralliers voiced their opinion on the Saturday cut-back. Read More »
Rainy Weather Impacts Rattlesnake RodeoDespite the weather, the 53rd Annual Rattlesnake Rodeo is underway... wet weather and all... Read More »
Snake-Viewing Steals Spotlight At Rattlesnake RodeoThe 53rd annual Rattlesnake Rodeo kicked off Friday in Opp... Read More »
Opp Prepares For 53rd Annual Rattlesnake RodeoIt's that time of year again... people in Opp are getting ready for the 53rd annual Rattlesnake Rodeo... Read More »
Spring Break Traffic Brings Economic Boost To Greenville BusinessesThis time of the year, spring break is in full swing, as many vacationers take a week off from work and school and drive to the beach. But the time away from the bigger cities helps out smaller towns in Alabama... especially Greenville. Read More »
Montgomery Considers New Changes To Cemetery OrdinanceFrom Montgomery -- the city council is cracking down on cemetery owners, saying they must keep their property clean, or else. Read More »
Investigators Search For Truckers Stealing Thousands In Diesel FuelCovington County investigators are searching for truckers who they say are stealing thousands of dollars in diesel fuel... Read More »
Catholics Discuss Qualities In A New Pope, Pray As Election NearsIn just two days, Roman Catholic cardinals will start the election for a new Pope. It's a decision being watched by the world AND right here in Alabama... as people wait for the signal of white smoke from Vatican City. Read More » 
Exclusive:Pushing Forward With a Smile, Jessica Crumpton Learns To Walk Again
The week of Valentine's Day 2012 Jessica Crumpton opened her eyes, came out of a coma, only to find her two legs and arm were amputated. That's because a boiling pot of water had been dumped on her in December 2011. Read More »
EXCLUSIVE:Rape Victim Speaks Out, Convicted Rapist Receives Life SentenceUsually, women who are raped don't want to speak about what happened to them -- but a 67-year-old woman in south Alabama shares her story of of how she was raped and beaten on the very day that her convicted rapist was given a life sentence. Read More » 
Bridge Crossing Jubilee Brings Thousands To Selma, Vice President Biden Joins CelebrationIt was in Selma, where the 54 mile trek towards Montgomery began 48 years ago -- and now, Vice- President, Joe Biden, joins thousands at the city's annual bridge crossing. Read More »
Covington Co. Road Dept. Estimates $250,000 In Road Damages From Recent RainRecent rain has left some roads in Covington County with thousands of dollars in damage... Read More »
Estimates Of Sequestration In AlabamaThe white house released some new numbers on what sequestration means for each state -- and Alabama is likely taking some of the hardest hits. Read More »
Dog Reported Stolen from Car in Montgomery
A Montgomery woman is grieving the loss of her dog after she believes someone stole him from her car. Read More »
Greenville Opens Camellia Garden
Greenville is known as the "Camellia City" and on Monday, residents celebrate the completion of the new Camellia Garden... Read More »
U.S. Senator Richard Shelby Pays A Visit to Elmore CountyThe start of session is keeping local lawmakers busy, but residents in Elmore County had a special visit Saturday from U.S. Senator Richard Shelby. Read More » 
Are Events In Montgomery Faring Well?
Elton John and Eli Manning are two headliners coming to Montgomery this year. We spoke with... Read More » 
Gas Prices Surge More than 25-cents in Two Weeks
Summer may be several months down the road, but gas prices are starting to spike early. Nationwide, the cost of regular unleaded gas has surged 34-cents a gallon since January 18th. Read More » 
Troy University Student Arrested for On-Campus Armed Robbery
A Troy University student is arrested in connection with an armed robbery that happened on campus last week. Read More »
Prattville Police Launch Search for Fake Officer Pulling Drivers Over
Many wouldn't think twice about it. You see blue flashing lights, and you pull over. But what if that person pulling you over isn't a police officer? The scenario has happened twice in Prattville in the last week and a half. Read More » 
House Approves School Flexibility Bill
School districts are one step closer to what lawmakers say will give them more freedom and control. After hours of debate, today the House approved the school flexibility bill. Read More »
"Anti-Smurfing" Campaign Cracks Down On Meth Manufacturers
Believe it or not, some criminals are making it harder on you to buy cold medicine. Read More »
Churches Observe Ash Wednesday
Today is Ash Wednesday, which marks the start of Lent... In this edition of Faith Matters, Alabama News Network visited one church to see how members there observe the day... Read More »
House Debates Gun Rights LegislationAlabama is one step closer to having what lawmakers say is the strongest gun rights legislation In the nation. Today the house debated a gun rights bill, which passed a preliminary vote. Read More »
Florists Gear Up For Valentine's DayValentine's Day is just around the corner -- and local florists are buzzing with the business of love... Read More » 
Golden Apple: Tracy Wright
This week, Alabama News Network visits Wetumpka Intermediate School in Elmore County to recognize a special teacher for an outstanding job in the classroom. Read More »
Birmingham Traveling Civil Rights Exhibit on Display in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A traveling civil rights exhibit commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement in Birmingham makes a stop in Selma. Read More » 
Former Gov. Don Siegelman's Son Speaks Out
From Montgomery -- Former Governor Don Siegelman's family isn't giving up the fight for his release from federal prison. For the first time since his father reported back to prison in September, his son Joseph Siegelman is speaking exclusively to Alabama News Network. Read More »
Greenville Police Searching For Drug Store Thief
Greenville police are looking for the thief who stole prescription drugs from a drug store... and they say it might be linked to a drug burglary ring... Read More » 
Exclusive:One-On-One With Elizabeth SmartIn 2002 a man abducted her from her bedroom, kidnapped her to the middle of nowhere in Utah and raped her repeatedly. She was just 14-years-old at the time. Read More » 
ASU President Search Committee Meets; Students Protest
After the controversial exit of Alabama State University's Former President, the university's presidential search committee met this afternoon. They discussed their plan of action and whether they should use an outside hiring firm. Read More »
Greenville High School Students Collect Hundreds Of Jeans For Teens
One group of teenagers is setting out to change 1,500 lives across Alabama... Read More »
Greenville Man Arrested On Burglary And Assault ChargesA Greenville man is under arrest on burglary and assault charges... Read More » Day 2 of the Legislative Session: Abortion, Medical Marijuana, and Budget DecisionsFrom Montgomery -- State lawmakers start tackling a busy agenda that includes finances and social issues. Read More »
Largest Grant In Andalusia History To Fix South Three Notch St.The city of Andalusia has received its largest grant in history and it's going towards fixing up one of the city's busiest streets... Read More »
High Point Town Center In Prattville Announces New BusinessesThere are some big plans for Prattville's High Point Town Center... the outdoor shopping center is bringing in lots of businesses to fill up empty spaces... Read More »
When To Report Suspicious Neighbors
Law enforcement have confirmed 65-year-old Jimmy Lee Dykes as the man who is holding a 5-year-old boy hostage in Dale County. Recently, neighbors of Dykes have spoken out about his odd behavior but... Read More » 
Midland City Residents Say Child's Parents Are "Holding Up"
The Midland City hostage situation has caused devastation in the community. Residents and city leaders are praying the child is okay and everything ends peacefully. Read More » 
"Jump Rope for Heart" Fundraiser Kicks Off Heart Month & National Wear Red Day
Heart disease is the number one killer in Alabama. Read More » 
"Pop-Up" Retailers, Restaurant Lined Up for Empty Coosa Street Storefronts
Downtown Montgomery has come a long way in the past ten years, as the Alley Station continues to develop. Read More » 
Greenville Man Charged In Internal TheftA man is behind bars after police say he stole thousands of dollars from his place of work... Read More » 
Exclusive:Investigators Discover Thousands In Stolen Artwork In Brantley
It's a high-dollar heist that sounds like it would happen in Paris, London or Rome... but it happened in Crenshaw County. Hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of stolen art has been discovered in Brantley. Read More » 
Midland City Hostage Standoff Raises School Bus Safety Concerns
The hostage standoff in Midland City has raised new concerns among parents. Many are wondering if school buses are safe enough, and what needs to be done to prevent a situation like this from happening in the future. Read More »
Community Prays for Child's Safe Return in Midland CityMidland City residents held a prayer vigil tonight for the safe return of a six-year-old child involved in a hostage standoff. Read More »
Volunteers Spend Time Counting, Feeding Montgomery's Homeless
Volunteers from The Mid-Alabama Coalition for the Homeless and the Friendship Mission Church are teaming up to fight homelessness. Read More »
Greenville Church Reaches People In Unconventional Way
When it comes to church, most of us have an idea of what a service is supposed to look like, but members of a church in Greenville are reaching out to the community in an "unconventional" way. Read More » 
Update:UPDATE: SWAT Teams Negotiating, Victim's name released
Sheriff's officials in Dale County say a school bus driver who was shot aboard his bus in Midland City has died. Read More » 
Lee High School Students, Staff Protest School Board Meeting
A crowd of protesters from Lee High School stormed the Montgomery County school board meeting demanding the board reinstate their school's suspended administrators. Read More »
Brantley School Placed On Partial Lock-Down After Armed Robbery, Police Searching For Robber
From Crenshaw County -- a school is placed on semi-lockdown today after an armed robbery... Read More » 
Robbery Suspect in Custody after Manhunt in Montgomery
A suspect is in custody after police say he robbed a Montgomery restaurant and bar on Atlanta highway. Read More » 
Local Law Officials Voice Opinion On President's Gun Legislation
President Obama is turning to police officers for their help in the fight towards gun control -- and police chiefs in our area are voicing their opinions... Read More »
Congresswoman Terri Sewell Comments On New Gun Legislation
Congresswoman Terri Sewell met with members of her district to discuss key issues going before congress this year. Read More »
Mtgy. Police Search for Two Suspects Involved in Church Robbery
Police are searching for two armed men they say robbed a church in Montgomery off Highland Avenue. Read More » 
Should Teachers Be Armed In The Classroom?
In light of December's shooting at an elementary school in Newtown, Connecticut, the debate on whether teachers should carry guns to school is a hot topic...CBS 8 spoke to teachers in our viewing area, to get their thoughts on the issue. Read More » 
Mardi Gras Parade Rolls Through Prattville
Mardis Gras celebrations kicked off in Prattville for the city's 9th annual parade. Read More » 
Bull Riding Show Takes Over Garrett Coliseum
Bull riding fans got an adrenaline fix Saturday night as professional bull riders filled the Garrett Coliseum with thrilling 8-second rides and jaw-dropping wrecks. Read More » 
Another Round of Confederate Controversy Brewing in Selma
From the CBS 8 West Alabama Newsroom-- Another battle may be brewing over a Confederate memorial site in a cemetery in Selma. Read More » 
Mixed Feelings Over Women in Combat
Women will now be able to serve on the front lines of combat after the Pentagon lifted the ban Thursday. Read More »
Bear Bryant Remembered On 30th Anniversary Of His Death
Bear Bryant died of a heart attack in 1983. Read More »
Mtgy. Residents: 'We Don't Want a Cemetery in Our Neighborhood'
Some Montgomery residents say they are angry that the city council re-zoned part of the Belle Meade Community making it possible for a cemetery to be built there. Read More » |
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