Dallas County Circuit Judge Collins Pettaway, Jr., steps down
Circuit Judge Collins Pettaway, Jr., who serves Dallas County and the 4th Judicial Circuit, has stepped down from the bench.
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What’s Happening: February 20-22
The weather may be wet this weekend, but there’s still plenty for you to do in the River Region!
U.S. Supreme Court strikes down most of President Trump’s tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down most of President Trump’s global tariffs, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda.
Gov. Kay Ivey signs legislation putting limits on new environmental regulations
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation that restricts the state’s ability to set new environmental regulations.
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, Selma Mayor Johnny Moss, III remember life of Civil Rights leader JoAnne Bland
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell and Selma Mayor Johnny Moss, III are two of many people who are pausing to remember the life and work of JoAnne Bland, a Selma Civil Rights leader.
Montgomery man sentenced for role in mail and bank fraud conspiracy
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison for his role in a mail and bank fraud conspiracy that totaled $9.5 million.
Higher Education Day brings estimated 1,000 people to Alabama State House
Nearly 1,000 advocates from Alabama’s universities were in Montgomery to show support for higher education at the Alabama State House.
Bond set at $1 million for mother of missing child in Enterprise
Bond has been set at $1 million for the mother of a missing two-year-old girl in Enterprise.
Two Tuskegee men arrested after fires at childcare centers in Opelika
Opelika police have arrested two Tuskegee men on arson charges following fires at two childcare facilities.
‘Inhumane’: Tenant Describes Life Without Water or Heat at West Montgomery Apartments
Montgomery City Council members also unanimously approved incentive pay for police recruits and passed a resolution reaffirming the city’s commitment to help keep Jackson Hospital open.
