Students in Montgomery Public Schools return to class following summer break
The new superintendent of Montgomery Public Schools, Dr. Zickeyous Byrd, helped welcome students back to class to start the 2025-2026 school year.
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What the Tech: See tech gadgets for college freshmen
While new college students need notebooks, bedding and coffee makers, see how a few smart tech gadgets can make life easier when they’re away from home.
U.S. House committee issues subpoenas for Epstein files and depositions with the Clintons
A U.S. House committee has subpoenaed the Justice Department for files in the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking investigation and is seeking depositions with the Clintons.
Federal grant awarded to help domestic violence victims in West Alabama
A federal grant has been awarded to help victims of domestic violence in Dallas, Perry and Wilcox counties.
Federal Funding Freeze Halts Senior Employment Program in Central Alabama
The Easterseals’ SCSEP program has allowed older adults who once cared for families or held jobs to regain their independence with job training and part-time work at nonprofits.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed addresses first day of school year
As students in Montgomery Public Schools head back to class, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed discussed the new school year.
PHOTOS: Montgomery police investigating mail theft and check fraud
Authorities are investigating a case of mail theft and check fraud related to a recent incident in Montgomery.
Pike Road man sentenced for illegal machine gun possession
A Pike Road man has been sentenced to federal prison for illegally having a machine gun.
Man killed in Midtown Montgomery shooting
It happened around 7:17 a.m. Monday in the 900 block of Charles Street.
What the Tech App of the Day: Mathway
Parents who are helping their children with homework in math, calculus, algebra, chemistry, statistics and other subjects can get help remembering how to solve problems using the Mathway app.
