Susannah Mushatt Jones, the world's oldest person, has died in New York at age 116. She was born in Lowndes County, Alabama in 1899. Robert Young, a senior consultant for the Gerontology Research Group, says Jones died at a senior…
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[gtxvideo vid="gTlKhjIW" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gTlKhjIW-120.jpg?cachebust=1463154799271" vtitle="victoryland townhall meeting crowd"] A town hall meeting was held in Tuskegee. Mayor Johnny Ford, owner Milton McGregor, and other officials met with the community to discuss the re-opening of Victoryland. "We plan to fight…
[gtxvideo vid="rFV5zsKf" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rFV5zsKf-120.jpg?cachebust=1463154848690" vtitle="roy moore"] Supporters of Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore say they plan to rally to support his stance on same-sex marriage that's led to him potentially losing his job. Right now, Moore is suspended with…
The U.S. Supreme Court says the execution of an Alabama inmate will not go forward Thursday. A divided court on Thursday evening maintained a stay for Vernon Madison ordered by an appellate court. Madison was scheduled to be put to…
[gtxvideo vid="DuwuZXqp" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DuwuZXqp-120.jpg?cachebust=1463092016668" vtitle="uss montgomery"] The USS Montgomery is something you've likely never seen. The ship is a trimaran, which means it has three hulls. Not to mention the entire ship is made of aluminum. Even though Montgomery…
District Attorney Daryl Bailey announces that Fifteen (15) Robbery convictions were obtained in Montgomery County Circuit Court in the last eight (8) days. District Attorney Bailey stated that “this is a record number of robbery convictions in such a short amount of…
Federal marshals have arrested a former Alabama police chief who didn't show up to begin a stint in prison. The U.S. Marshal's Service says it arrested former Tallassee Police Chief Chris Miles on Thursday morning. The 41-year-old Miles was supposed…
[gtxvideo vid="urikyWvA" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/urikyWvA-120.jpg?cachebust=1463068406692" vtitle="tulip"] "Tulip" was found neglected in a mobile home park in Bullock County. The Bullock County Humane Society was called into the rescue. And then Dr. Jessica Loch at Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital in Montgomery…
[gtxvideo vid="T8uUo1oE" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/T8uUo1oE-120.jpg?cachebust=1463067779206" vtitle="south hiv"] It's a story that's been spread all over the internet- researchers say the prevalence of HIV and AIDS in Downtown Atlanta is compared to that of a third world African country. So how…
Bishop-Parker Furniture Co. announces it has sold its downtown warehouse building. Built in 1907, the iconic building at 152 Coosa St. has served as both the company’s warehouse and home of its discount Warehouse Furniture store for over 20 years. Bishop-Parker plans to relocate…
Alabama lawmakers ended the 2016 session with three big items of unfinished business: the oil spill settlement division; Medicaid funding and prison construction. Gov. Robert Bentley recently said he's considering calling a special session later this year for another try,…
Montgomery Public Schools’ Virtual School Program will begin accepting applications for the 2016-17 school year on May 12 through June 2, 2016. The program, which was piloted last year, is open to all students in grades 9-12 who are on…
[gtxvideo vid="2WTYyAp7" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/2WTYyAp7-120.jpg?cachebust=1463067433984" vtitle="greek fest"] The Greek Orthodox Church is preparing for their annual Greek Food Festival. For many it's about more than the food, it's also about fellowship and informing people about the Greek Orthodox beliefs. There will be…
Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford says a town hall meeting on Victoryland will take place Thursday, May 12. The mayor along with Victoryland Owner, Milton McGregor, will discuss and answer questions about the Macon County casino's future. The public is invited…
[gtxvideo vid="eJzrYGcK" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/eJzrYGcK-120.jpg?cachebust=1462983509129" vtitle="road to nowhere"] There was a lot of excitement when the governor joined local officials to open the first phase of Montgomery's outer loop project, but now the road only takes you out to Vaughn…
[gtxvideo vid="xRC1dM1B" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xRC1dM1B-120.jpg?cachebust=1462980398899" vtitle="brewbaker-speed camera"] The battle over Montgomery's speed cameras in unmanned police cars continues. It started with the governor signing off on legislation repealing the city's ability to use them. Then the city came back saying…
Elmore Correctional Facility is no longer on lockdown. Approximately 90 percent of the 300 inmates who participated in the work stoppage have returned to work. Holman remains on lockdown as the work stoppage there continues. The Department of Corrections has…
Lawyers for the state of Alabama are asking an appellate court to allow the execution of a death row inmate this week. Vernon Madison is scheduled to receive a lethal injection Thursday night for the 1985 murder of Mobile police…
Some of the most prominent names in Alabama government will be testifying at House Speaker Mike Hubbard's ethics trial. Court records filed Tuesday show that subpoenas have been issued to Gov. Robert Bentley, former Gov. Bob Riley, Senate President Pro…
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Tuesday May 10, Montgomery Coca-Cola Bottling Company dedicates its new, state-of-the-art $35 million distribution center and warehouse located at 4919 Westport Boulevard in Montgomery, Alabama. As a division of Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc. (“Coca-Cola UNITED”) since November of 2014, Montgomery Coca-Cola has added…
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The Montgomery Police Department has initiated a homicide investigation following the death of 35-year-old Reginald Williams of Montgomery. On Friday, May 6, at about 9:12 p.m., MPD and Fire Medics responded to a shooting in the 1300 block of Clay Street. There,…
The United States Marshal’s Gulf Coast Fugitive Taskforce are searching for two fugitives wanted for Capital Murder. On April 27, an adult male was shot and killed at 3230 Virginia Pines Lane, Montgomery, Alabama. Subsequent information led to the identity of Kierro…
