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Local Immigration Attorney’s Reaction to Ruling

The Supreme Court's ruling was a major blow to the Obama Administration's immigration initiative.

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, we are very disappointed from the standpoint that we see how it’s going to affect the family. By and large most families that come up here are good, law abiding…

Citizenship Certificates Awarded in Downtown Montgomery

Fifteen people received citizenship certificates Wednesday at the United States District Courthouse in downtown Montgomery. It was an exciting and emotional day for many as they say their proof of citizenship opens many doors for them. “I wanted to cry with excitement,” said Brenda Gembe-Bautista, “it’s like a new chapter in life.” She says she now plans to attend college…

Hot and Humid Days Ahead

High pressure continues to dominate the weather across much of the southern half of the nation, giving hot temperatures all the way from California to the Carolinas. Things will begin to change as we head into the weekend, but the change will be gradual. FOR OUR THURSDAY: Mainly sunny conditions for us all, and after starting the day in the…

Drivers See Impact of Lower Gas Prices

Gas prices have dropped even lower and local drivers say they are taking advantage of it.

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 a little easier for me. I don’t travel back and forth to the beach, I travel quite often to go visit my dad because I’m from Etowah County. It’s really helped me…

City Leaders & Skating Community Discuss New Skate Park

After the City of Montgomery announced that a Staybridge Suites hotel would be coming to downtown, skaters at the Montgomery Skate Park found out their skate park would be closing and moving to a new location. City leaders met with members of the skating community Monday to brainstorm ideas for a new skatepark design and location. Justice Griffin has been…

Both Political Parties Split as Presidential Race Heats Up

Four weeks to go until the presidential conventions begin, and both parties need to unite under one nominee.

Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have campaigned across the country the past few months turning out the votes. But political analyst Steve Flowers says only a few really matter. “Only about 7 or 8 states matter, primarily Ohio and Florida, because the other 40 states are predetermined how they are going to vote whether a Republican or Democrat nominee. Under the…

AG: Alabamians Will Get $6.3 Million in E-Book Price Fixing Lawsuit

Officials say Alabama consumers will receive more than $6,300,000 from Apple Inc. in a lawsuit over inflated e-book prices. Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange said in a statement Monday that the tech giant is expected to spend about $400 million to compensate consumers across the country and Alabamians are slated to receive approximately $6,357,100. Strange says Alabama and 32 other…

Alabama News Network Receives Awards from the Associated Press

Alabama News Network has received more recognition for excellence in local news coverage. The Alabama Associated Press Media Editors (APME) presented its yearly awards at a luncheon Saturday in Birmingham. Alabama News Network received honors in the following categories for work produced in 2015: AWARD: Best Coverage of a Planned Event – “Bloody Sunday: 50th Anniversary” Live and recorded coverage…

Acting House Speaker Declines State Security Detail

In a statement from the Alabama House of Representatives, Acting Speaker of the House Rep. Victor Gaston (R-Mobile) has declined the security detail that state law would otherwise provide to him. The statement says the reason is to save taxpayer dollars and conserve state government resources. Gaston recently met with Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Secretary Stan Stabler while in Montgomery and…

Sunny & Dry, with Hotter Temperatures Returning

Happy Father’s Day to all you dads out there! Temperatures are warmer today, but a light easterly/southeasterly breeze is making things more comfortable. Highs this afternoon are in the upper 80s and dewpoints are in upper 50s and lower 60s this evening. RAINFREE INTO THE NEW WORK WEEK: High pressure at the surface over the Mid-Atlantic states this morning will…