Two arrested at Elmore Correctional Facility for trespassing
The suspects, Jamie Gardner and Terrance Washington, were arrested and transported to the Elmore County Jail.
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ALEA: Suspicious letters delivered to the Alabama State House
ALEA says its special agents have identified a person of interest and are currently investigating the matter.Â
New MPS superintendent releases statement after board approves hiring
Dr. Byrd was formerly the superintendent of Selma City Schools before stepping down in August 2024.Â
16 finalists named for Alabama Teacher of the Year
The Alabama Department of Education has announced 16 finalists for the 2025-2026 Alabama Teacher of the Year, including three from our area.
Child hit by car while walking to school in Millbrook
A 13-year-old boy has been hit by a car while walking to school in Millbrook.
Woman assaulted near Blount Cultural Park in Montgomery
A woman is recovering from an assault which happened late Saturday morning near Blount Cultural Park.
Eugene’s Hot Chicken coming to downtown Montgomery
Officials say the goal is to open the restaurant by the end of 2025.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Survey team confirms two tornadoes hit Wilcox County
A survey team from the National Weather Service has confirmed that two tornadoes hit Wilcox County on Sunday, April 6.
Alabama Legislature approves bill to give pregnant women more access to health care
Alabama legislators have unanimously passed a bill to speed up access to Medicaid for pregnant women, as more states across the South try to lower high maternal and infant mortality rates.
Auburn No. 4, Alabama No. 6 in final AP Top 25 College Basketball Poll
While Florida ends the college basketball season ranked No. 1 with its national championship, Auburn ends the season at No. 4 and Alabama at No. 6.
