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Montgomery Authorities, U.S. Marshals Task Force Searching for Murder Suspect

Anthony J. Thomas Jr. is wanted by the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force for Murder, Assault, Burglary, and Firing a Firearm into an Unoccupied Vehicle. Thomas goes by the street name of “WOOK” and should be considered Armed and Dangerous! If you know the whereabouts of Anthony J. Thomas Jr., please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers at 215-STOP…

Lower Humidity on the Way

FRONT PUSHING SOUTH: A front is pushing south through Alabama today and drier air is filtering into the state behind it. The best chance of rain today will be over extreme south Alabama. For much of Central Alabama, the sky will be partly to mostly sunny with highs in the lower 90s. Then tomorrow will be a great-looking day with…

Watch: Steven Reed Speaks to Supporters

Montgomery mayoral candidate Steven Reed spoke to his supporters Live on TV after it became clear that he had made it into a runoff with second-place finisher David Woods. Reed finished with 42% of the vote to Woods’ 24%. Those two led the 12-candidate field all night. They will now face off on October 8 to see which one will…

Montgomery City Council: Three Races Heading to Runoffs

Three of eight races for Montgomery City Council will be heading to runoffs on October 8, according to the election results from tonight. In District 3, incumbent Tracy Larkin finished with 45% of the vote, compared to 25% for challenger Marche Johnson. A candidate must have more than 50% to avoid a runoff. In District 5, former council member C.C….

Update: Montgomery Biscuits Pitcher Suffers Family Tragedy

The Montgomery Biscuits suffered a family tragedy within its organization, which caused the team to cancel its doubleheader at the Chattanooga Lookouts Tuesday. “Our hearts and prayers are for this organization and this family. It’s just so difficult. I think the shock of the community here in Montgomery is that wow, somebody here apart of our life is affected like…

ALGOP: Michael Fritz Concedes, Charlotte Meadows the Republican Nominee for House District 74 Seat

The Republican special run-off election to fill the vacancy in Alabama House District 74 occurred today in Montgomery County. Candidates Michael Fritz and Charlotte Meadows advanced to today’s run-off election following the special election primary on June 11. The House District 74 seat became open following the death of State Rep. Dimitri Polizos (R-Montgomery). Provisional ballots will be counted on…

Murder Trial Set for Montgomery Police Officer

Aaron Cody Smith A judge has set a date and venue in the murder trial involving Montgomery Police Officer Aaron Cody Smith. Judge P.B. McLauchlin granted the motion Tuesday that will move the trial from Montgomery County to the Dale County Courthouse in Ozark. The trial is set to begin on November 18, 2019. Smith is charged with murder for…

Montgomery Biscuits Cancel Doubleheader after “Tragic Event”

The Montgomery Biscuits have cancelled their doubleheader game at the Chattanooga Lookouts for today. The team posted a message on social media saying there had been a “tragic event” involving the Biscuits family. The message did not give details about the event. It says that the team is asking for privacy and would provide an update when it is appropriate….

What the Tech? Grilling Gadgets Perfect for Game Day

This is a great time of year to be a football fan. Everyone starts the season with hopes of a conference or national championship. If the season doesn’t start well, it’s still a great time to enjoy fall Saturdays and Sundays with friends at tailgate parties or backyard get togethers. Most of those parties during football season involve the grill….