Montgomery Newsroom
USS Montgomery Getting Ready For Sea
Alabama is at the front of the changing world of naval warfare. The latest US navy ship is being built in Mobile, and it bears a familiar name.
President Obama Plans to Visit Selma to Commemorate Marches
President Barack Obama plans to visit Selma, Alabama, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of historic civil rights marches across the state.
MPD Investigate Homicide on Cloverhill Drive
There was a shooting around Clover Hill Drive Tuesday afternoon around 1:30 pm.
Ernest Finley Swearing in as New Police Chief
The city of Montgomery officially has a new top cop on the job with the swearing in of the city's new police chief.
Steven Reed Represents Montgomery County on New Probate Council
Secretary of State John Merrill announces the establishment of a Probate Judges Advisory Council to ensure that elections and corporate filings are administered appropriately, accurately, and efficiently and as effectively as possible at the county and state levels.
Montgomery City Council Members Meet on New Walmart Grocery Store
Montgomery city council members could soon be deciding on the proposed new Walmart grocery store location.
Alabama line Backer Ryan Anderson Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges
Alabama Line Backer Ryan Anderson has been arrested on domestic violence charges. Ryan was arrested on Tuesday in Tuscaloosa.
Desmonte Leonard Sentenced to Life in Prison
Tuesday a judge sentenced Desmonte Leonard to life in prison in a triple homicide.
Deadlines Approaching for SBA Disaster Loans
Deadlines for two types of U.S. Small Business Administration disaster loans are coming up in several Alabama counties.
Challenges Ahead For Newly Inaugurated Officials
There was a lot of pomp and circumstance and security, as top officials in the state came together for this year's inauguration. Chief among them was Governor Robert Bentley, elected for a second term.
Confederate General Robert E. Lee Birthday
The Martin Luther King Holiday also shares the day with Confederate General Robert E. Lee.
The Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church held a 40th Annual Birthday Celebration
The church where Dr. Martin Luther King junior preached in Montgomery held a celebration in honor of his birthday.
WEB EXTRA: Oprah Talks About her Return to Selma
Oprah returns to Selma with the cast and crew of "SELMA' Movie
Gov. Bentley Talks Pre-K and Prisons in Inaugural Address
Gov. Robert Bentley says there are no easy solutions to the state's budget and prison problems.
Oprah"s Interview
It was a huge day in the city of Selma as thousands of people flood into the city to meet the cast and crew of the movie "SELMA".
Bentley Said He Wants State's Prekindergarten Program
Gov. Robert Bentley said by the end of his second term that he wants every Alabama 4-year-old to be able to attend the state's voluntary pre-kindergarten program.
Bentley Takes Oath of Office for Second Term
Gov. Robert Bentley has taken the oath of office to begin his second term as governor.
Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey Makes History for Republicans
Kay Ivey has become the first Republican in Alabama history to have two consecutive terms as lieutenant governor.
200+ Rescue Animals Flown From Greenville to Florida
More than 200 dogs, along with some cats, from across the state got the ride of their lives, to save their lives.
Joe Sedinger Sworn In As Autauga Co. Sheriff
In front of a crowded courtroom, Chief Deputy Joe Sedinger became Sheriff Joe Sedinger. It was standing room only for the official ceremony. "I had a lot of people tell me they were going to be here and I really didn't think this many was going to show up," said Sedinger.
Andre Brunson Sworn in as Macon County Sheriff
Macon County has a new sheriff for the first time in twenty years, and he's promising a change in law enforcement cooperation in the county.
Gov. Bentley and Peru's Ambassador to the U.S. Sign Memorandum of Understanding
Alabama's governor and Peru's ambassador to the United States are set to sign a memorandum to strengthen ties and promote cooperation between the state and the South American country.
Walmart Shooting Raises Safety Concerns
Police are still searching for a suspect in last night's shooting at the Walmart on Eastern Boulevard that sent two people to the hospital. Public Safety Director Chris Murphy says he still believes the area is safe, but some business owners aren't so sure.
Rally Held Asking For Alabama Charter Schools
Alabama is one of only eight states with no charter school legislation.
