Crews Work to Repair Splash Pad at Riverfront
The temperatures are on the rise and the heat is definitely on, but the Splash Pad at Montgomery's Riverfront Park is not. After damage to the pump system during the New…
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Judicial Panel will Hear Arguments in Roy Moore Case
A judicial panel will hear arguments this summer on Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore's effort to dismiss an ethics complaint against him. The Court of the Judiciary on Monday scheduled oral arguments for Aug. 8 on Moore's dismissal motion. The…
Montgomery Co. Has Two Year Wait for Trial on Drug Cases
The Montgomery County District Attorney says a large backlog of drug cases is burdening the county justice system. District Attorney Daryl Bailey says that a 1,604-case backlog means that anybody arrested for drug-related charges would currently be waiting more than…
Pride March in Montgomery
Montgomery is known for its marches, like the Selma to Montgomery March in 1965. Just like then, the activists of today are fighting for what they believe in: equal rights for the…
40 Years Of Ham Radio In Montgomery
If you've ever considered getting into ham radio, then Saturday was your best chance. For those of you how don't know what ham radios are it's basically an amateur radio where you can talk across town or even around the world…
Salvation Army Helps Homeless Beat Heat
Cold water and air conditioning are things we can easily take for granted in the hot summer months. For those who don't have a place to call home, any relief…
Security a High Priority for Montgomery Gay Pride Event
Montgomery gay pride festivities begin tomorrow, but the big question is how will law enforcement protect event goers in wake of the Orlando shootings? The event is expected to attract vendors and…
Local Immigration Attorney's Reaction to Ruling
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,…
Deputies Keep K9s Cool During Summer Heat
With temperatures reaching the upper 90's law enforcement is continuing to find ways to not only keep themselves cool, but also their four legged partners. Deputies use a K9 cooling…
MPD Search for Memorial Day Weekend Shooting Suspect
On Saturday, May 28, at approximately 3:19 a.m. a Montgomery resident was shot while occupying a motor vehicle. The shooting occurred at the intersection of North Eastern Boulevard and Twain Curve during the Memorial Day…
Montgomery Prays for Orlando Victims
New details on the Orlando shooting are ever emerging, as are the messages of love and support from across the globe. Many religious denominations are sending up prayers and warm thoughts…
MPD K-9 Unit Receives New Ballistic Vests
Montgomery Police Department K9’s Ares, Bravo, Kanon, Niko, Ace, Duval, Chico, and Leo will receive body armor will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. A donation in the amount…
Hyundai to Launch Santa Fe Sport SUV after $52M Project
Hyundai’s Alabama plant will start mass production of the Santa Fe Sport SUV this week, adding a third vehicle to the automaker’s busy Montgomery assembly lines. The launch is set for Wednesday, and the move will allow Hyundai to meet…
Drivers See Impact of Lower Gas Prices
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…
Gas Prices Could Impact State Agriculture
The U.S. Energy Administration reports gas prices are down 36 cents per gallon from this time last year. While the lower prices are good for your budget right now, they…
Troy University Student Adapts to Life After "The Amazing Race"
After a month of living life in the fast lane on CBS’ “The Amazing Race,” Cole LaBrant is enjoying the process of slowing down. “It’s been very relaxed compared to ‘The Amazing Race,’ which was just a whole month of…
Dadeville PD Receives Grant to Purchase New Equipment
Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $2,544 grant to help the City of Dadeville purchase new equipment for police officers. The Dadeville Police Department will purchase new safety lights and holsters to help officers operate more efficiently when patrolling at…
United Way Holds 'Day of Action'
Food insecurity is a common issue for seniors across the country. That's why the group is looking to do something about it locally by making a change in the eating habits, and lives…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Wares Ferry Rd. and Rifle Range Rd. to be Closed for Railroad Repairs
CSX will close Wares Ferry Road at Rifle Range Road for railroad crossing repairs, starting at 7 a.m., on Wednesday, Jun 22nd. This section of Wares Ferry Road is located approximately one mile north of Kilby Prison. Plans are to…
MPD Investigates West Park Avenue Homicide
The Montgomery Police Department has launched a homicide investigation following the shooting death late Monday, June 20, of 30-year-old Darnell Bush of Montgomery. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 200 block of West Park Avenue at about 11 p.m. after receiving a…
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…
Both Political Parties Split as Presidential Race Heats Up
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…
Two Years Since Webber Building Collapse; Structure Still An Eyesore
The Webber building, also known as the Montgomery Theater, dates back all the way to 1860. It even featured performers like John Wilkes Boothe, the actor who assassinated Abraham Lincoln. But now,…
YMCA holds 19th annual Kevin Turner golf benefit
Montgomery, Ala. (www.waka.com)---It's the 19th year of the Kevin Turner YMCA golf tournament in Turner's beloved hometown of Prattville, but this year the tournament is different because its "driving force" is missing. Turner passed away back on March 24 ending his…
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…
