Less than two months away from the Alabama State Games
This year’s games will take run from June 12-14 in Birmingham and throughout Jefferson County.Â
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Montgomery police arrest man in deadly shooting
It happened on Thursday, March 20, 2025 around 7:20 a.m. in the 700 block of Havelock Lane.
Opelika man arrested for rape and sodomy
Officials say an investigation began on March 25 after the victim reported that the abuse had been occurring over several years.
Town council moves forward with bid for new Pike Road fire station
The new fire station will be located on Wallahatchie Road just across the road from the current facility.
Rep. Eric Swalwell of California says he will resign after sexual misconduct allegations
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California announced Monday he will resign from Congress following sexual assault and misconduct allegations that prompted loud bipartisan calls for him to step down.
Pike Road Firehouse Subs celebrates ribbon cutting
The national sandwich restaurant is located in the new Merry Corners development at the corner of Vaughn Road and Pike Road.Â
Man sentenced in murder of fellow Alabama State University student
Montgomery County District Attorney Azzie Oliver says Ivry Hall will serve life in prison for fatally shooting Adam Dowdell in 2020.Â
Upcoming conference to focus on empowering women
The Brace for Impact Women’s Conference will take place April 16-18 at Fresh Anointing House of Worship in Montgomery.Â
Montgomery County commissioner to host Fair Housing Summit
The event will take place on Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Rosa Parks Museum’s Children’s Wing.Â
Brantwood Children’s Home to hold annual kickball fundraiser
The 7th annual Kickball Classic will take place on Saturday, April 18 at DABOS Park.
