Alabama OKs $725M bond sale to build 2 supersize prisons
The Alabama Corrections Institution Finance Authority, which is chaired by Gov. Kay Ivey, met Thursday and approved the bond sale.
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State Approves $725 Million Bond Sale to Build Two Prisons
State officials have approved a $725 million bond sale to help finance the construction of two supersize prisons intended to house up to 4,000 inmates each.
Autauga County Authorities Searching for Missing Teen
14-year-old William Dakota Skylar Motley ran away from his home on Autauga County Road 62 around 6 a.m. Thursday.
Woman Charged with Arson after Fire at Montgomery Apartment Building
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department says a woman has been charged with arson after a fire at an apartment building.
Celebrate Independence Day in Montgomery with Events on July 2 & July 4
The City of Montgomery has announced this year's plans to celebrate Independence Day, with events on July 2 and July 4.
Montgomery Area Church Brings Connect Camp to the River Region
The camp runs July 18-22 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Heritage Baptist Church.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Identify Boy Killed in Shooting
Montgomery police say a boy is dead and a woman has been injured after a shooting.
Campaign 2022: Where Major Races Stand Heading to November Elections
We now know which Democratic and Republican candidates will face off in November in the state's major races.
U.S. Marshals Announce Arrest Results of "Operation Washout"
U.S Marshals of the Middle District of Alabama, along with federal, state and local law enforcement have announced the results of their two-week "Operation Washout" efforts.
Gov. Kay Ivey Responds to Biden's Call for States to Drop Gas Tax
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a response to President Biden's request that states temporarily drop their gas tax as a way to lower prices.
Pike Road Town Council Approves Housing Development that Many Residents Oppose
The Pike Road Town Council has approved a major new housing development that some residents opposed.
Yolanda Flowers Wins Democratic Nomination for Governor
Democrat Yolanda Flowers will face Republican Gov. Kay Ivey in the November general election.
Wes Allen Wins Republican Nomination for Secretary of State
State Rep. Wes Allen (R-Troy) has won the Republican runoff for Secretary of State.
WATCH: Katie Britt Accepts Republican Nomination for U.S. Senate
Katie Britt has accepted the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate at her victory party in downtown Montgomery.
A South Montgomery County Staple Will Soon Close Its Doors after 37 Years
The owner of Red's Little School House Restaurant in Grady announced on its Facebook page Monday that it will close its doors after lunch on Sunday, July 3.
Autauga County Deputies Searching for Missing Woman
The sheriff's office said Britta Lashley has not been heard from since February 21, 2021.Â
Montgomery County Polls to Remain Open Later Due to Software Issue
Polls in Montgomery County will be open later than usual tonight, due to a software issue this morning.
Montgomery Man Charged with Capital Murder
Montgomery police have charged a 19-year-old man with capital murder.
Auburn's bats wake up as it bounces Stanford from CWS
It was Auburn's first CWS victory in 25 years.
Montgomery County Man Killed in Wreck
Alabama State Troopers say a Montgomery County man has been killed in a wreck involving a pickup truck.
Montgomery Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking
A Montgomery man has been convicted of sex trafficking, including coercing victims into prostitution.
Life of Montgomery County Commissioner Elton Dean Remembered at Memorial Service
People from throughout Montgomery County were at ASU's Dunn-Oliver Acadome to remember the life and work of longtime Montgomery County Commissioner Elton Dean at a memorial service.
Juneteenth Celebration Brings Hundreds to Montgomery's Riverfront
Hundreds of people came out to mark the City of Montgomery's 2nd Annual Juneteenth celebration at the riverfront on Saturday.
AUM Poll: Britt Has Big Lead on Brooks in GOP Runoff for U.S. Senate
A new poll from Auburn University at Montgomery shows Katie Britt leading U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks by double digits ahead of the June 21 Republican runoff for U.S. Senate.
Shooting Under Investigation in Prattville
Police have not released a description of the victim or their condition at this time.
