D.A.: Parole Board Releasing Dangerous Criminals
Montgomery County D.A. Daryl Bailey is complaining directly The Governor about the Alabama Parole Board releasing people who he believes should still be behind bars:
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Sidney Lanier High School Named National PTA School Of Excellence
A Montgomery High School is being recognized nationally for improving parental involvement with the schools. Sidney Lanier High School is now a National PTA School of Excellence. The award is the result…
Local Tourism Business Hoping to Bring Trolly-Like Bus to Capitol City
In the 1800's, Montgomery became the first U.S. city to use a trolly transportation system. And a local tourism business is wanting to bring a trolly-like bus to the city of Montgomery.…
Tech MGM Focuses on Economic, Community, and Workforce Development
Montgomery City and County officials hope to grow the economy by using some unique area technology. They're calling it Tech MGM, a name that is a combination sales pitch and positioning statement.…
Restored Alabama Constitutions
Members of The "Friends of The Alabama Archives" group were given a first look at the "Ordinance of Secession" and two early Alabama Constitutions today. The documents been in Massachusetts for some much needed restoration. The other constitutions are now…
Equal Justice Initiative Eyes Possible Expansion
The success of the Equal Justice Initiative's museum and memorial in Montgomery may bring more expansion. Reports say the Montgomery City Council approved the sale of a parking lot to the civil rights nonprofit for $900,000 Tuesday. City officials say…
MPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Highland Gardens Neighborhood
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the Wednesday night shooting death of Terry Tallie, 27, of Montgomery. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 2200 block of Lucas Drive on October 3, after receiving a report…
More Than 600 Attend Summit Promoting Diversity In The Work Place
Diversity in the workplace was on the minds of hundreds of people attending the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce's Diversity Summit Wednesday. More than 600 representatives from small businesses to large…
MPS Students Solving Issues
For several months, some Montgomery Public Schools students have been getting lessons in conflict resolution. It's the middle of the school year and students say these seminars are getting them to…
City Council Votes for EJI Expansion, Renaming Park
The Montgomery city council approved several resolutions Tuesday night including renaming a park and the Equal Justice Initiative expansion. The city council approved the sell of property for the 900 thousand dollars for the EJI to open an entertainment center.…
Alabama Educators Support The Push For Better S.T.E.M. Programs In Schools
Science and Technology is a growing field in Alabama, and with that comes a growing need for qualified employees. Hundreds of Alabama educators were in the capitol city for the Alabama S.T.E.M. conference, evaluating how to better prepare students for…
Authorities: Two People Charged After Five Children Exposed to Cocaine
Montgomery police have arrested two people after authorities say five children were exposed to cocaine. Authorities have charged 40-year-old Eric Heath and 31-year-old Cordelia Adair with five counts of chemical endangerment of a child. The Department of Human Resources called…
MPACT Students Learn About Opportunities in the Manufacturing Industry for National Manufacturing Month
There are hundreds of major manufacturing companies in the River Region. Some of them are opening their doors for students this month for National Manufacturing Month. National Manufacturing Month gives students a better idea of the opportunities that are available…
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…
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…
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…
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…
First Reported F35 Fighter Jet Crash
The Alabama Air National Guard is expecting to receive a squadron of F-35 combat fighter jets in 2024....but now one has crashed in South Carolina and an investigation is underway. Meanwhile, CNN reports an F35 was involved in a first …
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…
Tickled Pink Women's Expo Benefiting The Fight Against Breast Cancer Is Tomorrow
More than 100 vendors unloaded Friday morning, preparing to welcome the crowd at Alabama News Network's 4th Annual Tickled Pink Women's Expo, benefiting the Joy To Life Foundation. Some of the River Region's most trusted health care specialists will line…
Alabama Court Denies Rehearing Request for Ex House Speaker
The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals will not reverse its decision upholding the ethics conviction of former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard. The court on Friday denied Hubbard's request for a rehearing. The court last month had affirmed 11 of…
New "Start TV" Channel Launches Monday on Alabama News Network
Alabama News Network will be home to a new TV channel starting Monday, Oct. 1. The new "Start TV" will air on WBMM, Channel 22.2, which can also be found on some cable TV systems. Start TV bills itself as…
Exhibit of Art by Montgomery Native Bill Traylor Opens Today in D.C.
Bill Traylor, Man in Black and Blue with Cigar and Suitcase, ca. 1939–1942 pencil and poster paint on cardboard Collection of Jerry and Susan Lauren Photo: Matt Flynn © SmithsonianInstitution Montgomery native artist Bill Traylor's work will be on exhibit…
Rotary Club Hosts 'International Night' for Foreign Officers
Air Force officers from around the world come to train at Montgomery's Maxwell Air Force Base every year. Thursday night, the Montgomery Rotary Club honored them with a special night. Over 50…
Crews Prep for Opening Night Of Alabama National Fair
It was a rainy start at the fair grounds Thursday, but that didn't slow down the setup at the Alabama National Fair. The Fire Marshals', and health department officials were on fair…
