Behind the Scenes with ASF's "Beauty and the Beast"
For three weeks, the cast of "Beauty and Beast" has been singing and dancing, rehearsing their lines, and getting ready to hit the stage at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. "It was…
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Wrongful Death Lawsuits Filed Against Ex-Astronaut in Crash
The families of two girls who were killed in a DUI crash involving a former NASA astronaut in rural west Alabama have filed wrongful-death lawsuits in state and federal courts. Authorities have said 11-year-old Niomi James and 13-year-old Jayla Parler…
Rapper, Rick Ross, Brings Chicken Wing Chain to Montgomery
A new Wingstop has landed in Montgomery. The award-winning wing concept, with more than 900 locations around the globe, recently opened at 6518 Atlanta Highway, operated under the ownership of Maybach Music Group, CEO Rick Ross. This will be the…
ASU Head Baseball Coach, Mervyl Melendez, Resigns
Coach Mervyl Melendez has resigned as head baseball coach at Alabama State University, athletic director Melvin Hines said. Melendez posted a five-year record of 158-117 at Alabama State, leading the program to unprecedented accomplishments. Among the first-time achievements, the Hornets…
ALDOT Working to Reduce Traffic Congestion on Chantilly Parkway
The Alabama Department of Transportation is working to reduce traffic and congestion on Chantilly Parkway. A new construction project will bring changes to Chantilly Parkway between Technacenter Drive and Eastchase Parkway.…
Crews Work to Repair Splash Pad at Riverfront
The temperatures are on the rise and the heat is definitely on, but the Splash Pad at Montgomery's Riverfront Park is not. After damage to the pump system during the New…
Judicial Panel will Hear Arguments in Roy Moore Case
A judicial panel will hear arguments this summer on Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore's effort to dismiss an ethics complaint against him. The Court of the Judiciary on Monday scheduled oral arguments for Aug. 8 on Moore's dismissal motion. The…
Montgomery Co. Has Two Year Wait for Trial on Drug Cases
The Montgomery County District Attorney says a large backlog of drug cases is burdening the county justice system. District Attorney Daryl Bailey says that a 1,604-case backlog means that anybody arrested for drug-related charges would currently be waiting more than…
Pride March in Montgomery
Montgomery is known for its marches, like the Selma to Montgomery March in 1965. Just like then, the activists of today are fighting for what they believe in: equal rights for the…
40 Years Of Ham Radio In Montgomery
If you've ever considered getting into ham radio, then Saturday was your best chance. For those of you how don't know what ham radios are it's basically an amateur radio where you can talk across town or even around the world…
Salvation Army Helps Homeless Beat Heat
Cold water and air conditioning are things we can easily take for granted in the hot summer months. For those who don't have a place to call home, any relief…
Security a High Priority for Montgomery Gay Pride Event
Montgomery gay pride festivities begin tomorrow, but the big question is how will law enforcement protect event goers in wake of the Orlando shootings? The event is expected to attract vendors and…
Local Immigration Attorney's Reaction to Ruling
President Obama's plan to spare up to four million undocumented immigrants from deportation didn't get approval from the Supreme Court. It's something immigration attorney Stephen NeSmith says is disappointing. "Yes,…
Deputies Keep K9s Cool During Summer Heat
With temperatures reaching the upper 90's law enforcement is continuing to find ways to not only keep themselves cool, but also their four legged partners. Deputies use a K9 cooling…
MPD Search for Memorial Day Weekend Shooting Suspect
On Saturday, May 28, at approximately 3:19 a.m. a Montgomery resident was shot while occupying a motor vehicle. The shooting occurred at the intersection of North Eastern Boulevard and Twain Curve during the Memorial Day…
Montgomery Prays for Orlando Victims
New details on the Orlando shooting are ever emerging, as are the messages of love and support from across the globe. Many religious denominations are sending up prayers and warm thoughts…
MPD K-9 Unit Receives New Ballistic Vests
Montgomery Police Department K9’s Ares, Bravo, Kanon, Niko, Ace, Duval, Chico, and Leo will receive body armor will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. A donation in the amount…
Hyundai to Launch Santa Fe Sport SUV after $52M Project
Hyundai’s Alabama plant will start mass production of the Santa Fe Sport SUV this week, adding a third vehicle to the automaker’s busy Montgomery assembly lines. The launch is set for Wednesday, and the move will allow Hyundai to meet…
Drivers See Impact of Lower Gas Prices
Filling up these days is a little easier as drivers we talked to say they are glad to see prices stay around the 2 dollar mark. "It's been…
Gas Prices Could Impact State Agriculture
The U.S. Energy Administration reports gas prices are down 36 cents per gallon from this time last year. While the lower prices are good for your budget right now, they…
Troy University Student Adapts to Life After "The Amazing Race"
After a month of living life in the fast lane on CBS’ “The Amazing Race,” Cole LaBrant is enjoying the process of slowing down. “It’s been very relaxed compared to ‘The Amazing Race,’ which was just a whole month of…
Dadeville PD Receives Grant to Purchase New Equipment
Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $2,544 grant to help the City of Dadeville purchase new equipment for police officers. The Dadeville Police Department will purchase new safety lights and holsters to help officers operate more efficiently when patrolling at…
United Way Holds 'Day of Action'
Food insecurity is a common issue for seniors across the country. That's why the group is looking to do something about it locally by making a change in the eating habits, and lives…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Wares Ferry Rd. and Rifle Range Rd. to be Closed for Railroad Repairs
CSX will close Wares Ferry Road at Rifle Range Road for railroad crossing repairs, starting at 7 a.m., on Wednesday, Jun 22nd. This section of Wares Ferry Road is located approximately one mile north of Kilby Prison. Plans are to…
MPD Investigates West Park Avenue Homicide
The Montgomery Police Department has launched a homicide investigation following the shooting death late Monday, June 20, of 30-year-old Darnell Bush of Montgomery. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 200 block of West Park Avenue at about 11 p.m. after receiving a…
