Alabama gives Statement, doesn’t confirm if Players have tested Positive for Covid-19
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Governor’s Study Group on Gambling Policy Holds 4th Meeting
In their 4th meeting the Governor’s Study Group on Gambling Policy heard from officials in Greene County. Electronic bingo and other machines, and simulcast horse and dog racing is allowed in Greene County. The social and economic impact of gambling and how those numbers could apply statewide was the topic of discussions. Chairman of the group, former Montgomery Mayor Todd…
Montgomery County Prepares for Changes in July 14 Runoffs
With the threats of the ongoing pandemic, Montgomery County election officials are left figuring out how to make sure polling places are safe for the July 14 runoffs. That led Montgomery County Probate Judge J.C. Love III to request more money from the county commission and to plan for an election day that will look different. The county commission approved…
What the Tech? Meat Thermometers for Father’s Day
Summer’s here and of my favorite things about the season is spending more time outside, specifically next to my charcoal grill. Backyard BBQ hasn’t changed much since the 1950’s. Some of the most popular grills today were on the market 60 years ago. One thing that has changed is determining when the food on the grill is ready to eat….
What the Tech? Spotting Deep Fake Videos Online
As if spotting fake photos and videos on Facebook and Twitter weren’t already hard to spot. It’s only going to get more difficult, if not impossible with advances in technology called “deep fakes”. Perhaps you saw a video from 2 years ago that went viral of former president Barack Obama using profanity to describe president Donald Trump. In truth, the…
AG Marshall Addresses Violence Against Law Enforcement Officers Working to Protect the Public
Attorney General Steve Marshall voiced support Thursday for law enforcement in their efforts to protect the public from violence spurred by anarchists attempting to hijack peaceful protests. As has been widely reported, the Huntsville Police Department used tear gas Wednesday evening to disperse a crowd of protesters. Given the infrequency with which this tool is employed, the Attorney General believed…
House Fire in Downtown Montgomery
Photo from Tim Lennox Alabama News Network is on the scene of a house fire downtown. The fire is near the intersection of Bainbridge St. and Grove St. That’s close to Interstate 85. Smoke could be seen from our Midtown tower cam. Stay with Alabama News Network for more on this breaking story. Categories: Montgomery Metro, News Tags: bainbridge street…
Suspect Charged with Murder in May 29 Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has charged a suspect with the homicide of Louis Miles Jr, 56, who was fatally shot on May 29. MPD charged Henry Joiner, 57, of Montgomery, with murder. Joiner was taken into custody on June 4, and placed in the Montgomery County Detention Facility. On Friday, May 29, around 9:30 pm, MPD and Fire Medics responded…
Woman Injured in Big Lots Parking Lot Shooting
On Thursday, June 5, Montgomery police responded to a local hospital at about 6:42 pm in reference to a subject shot. At the scene, located an adult female victim who sustained a non-life threatening gunshot wound. The offense possibly happened in the 5400 block of Atlanta Highway. There’s no further information to be released. Categories: Crime, News
Pedestrian in Critical Conditions After Being Struck by Vehicle on East South Boulevard
On Thursday, June 4, Montgomery police and Fire Medics responded to the 2800 block of East South Boulevard, around 8:44 pm, in reference to a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. At the scene, police located an adult male victim who sustained life-threatening injuries as a result of the crash. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment….
