A group in Prattville wants to raise awareness for the prevention of HIV and Hepatitis C in Alabama. A non-profit group called Medical Advocacy and Outreach sponsored the 2nd annual Breaking Barriers Summit. The…
According to CrimeStoppers, Hannah Marie Knighten, 16, was found safe Friday and is back with her family. The Wetumpka Police Department did not release any other details. The Wetumpka High School student was reported missing earlier this week after her…
Interim state school Supt. Dr. Ed Richardson held a grim news conference this morning, outlining his plan to bring massive changes to Montgomery Public Schools. The changes are designed to…
The House has narrowly passed a sweeping bipartisan budget accord, ending an hours-long government shutdown and clearing a path for huge spending increases for both the Pentagon and domestic programs. The 240-186 vote sends the $400 billion spending plan to…
As MPS leaders work to get its financial house in order, in the midst of the state intervention, every option is on the table, including job cuts. State Superintendent Dr. Ed Richardson has said he doesn't want cuts to impact…
Former Attorney General Troy King is seeking his old job back. King officially qualified for the race Thursday in Elba. It has been 7 years, since he has served the people of Alabama…
There's a new addition to the Montgomery Zoo. A baby African Pygmy Hippo was unveiled at the zoo Thursday. The hippo was born on January 31st and weighs 18 pounds and 5 ounces. Right…
We should find out Friday morning what's next in the intervention of Montgomery Public Schools. That's when Interim state superintendent Dr. Ed Richardson is expected to reveal the changes on the way…
Former District 2 Alabama Congressman Bobby Bright has announced that he is running to reclaim his seat in Congress, but this time as a Republican. Bright was a Democrat when he held…
Child sexual abuse can be a parents worst nightmare. Counselors recommend speaking to your kids about what is appropriate and what's not. Counselors at Child Protect Children's Advocacy Center in Montgomery advise being…
An Elmore County Judge set bond Wednesday at $5 million for child sex assault suspect, 44-year-old Germaine Moore; $1 million for each count. The charges against him include rape in the 1st degree, facilitating travel to meet a child for…
The wet weather continues to be a cause for concern for the people of Macon County. That's because one of the county's main bridges on Washington Avenue in Tuskegee was destroyed…
A group of engineers are aiming to use their technology skills to tackle social problems. They hope to help end the back log of rape kits…
The Alabama House of Representatives voted to allow the phrase "In God We Trust" on public buildings, but only after debate went far off track. Black legislators on Tuesday accused a member of twisting history. In speaking for the bill,…
Montgomery, Ala – Members of the Alabama House Democratic Caucus called for an effort to ensure access to affordable healthcare for all Alabamians during a press conference this afternoon. They also announced a resolution calling on Governor Kay Ivey to…
Democratic candidate for governor Sue Bell Cobb has announced a proposal for a statewide education lottery. The issue has come up in political campaigns for decades but has never been approved. Cobb says her "Lifelong Learner Lottery" would help fund…
Teachers and school employees could get a 2.5% pay raise later this year. The House Ways and Means Education Committee has approved the raise, which is popular with members of both parties, with little discussion. Education employees at both public…
The group Alabama Arise has been working on creating public transit in Alabama for decades. At press conference Tuesday, they spoke out about the need. "Public transportation effects urban people and rural people. Black people and white people. It affects…
Montgomery police are investigating after three people were shot Tuesday evening. Police say a man and two teenage boys were shot in the 5800 block of Eagle Circle around 7 p.m. They say one victim received life-threatening injuries. Authorities are…
A Millbrook man and several others are behind bars after a disturbing viral video posted to social media, in which police say 44-year-old Germaine Moore is seen sexually assaulting a six-year-old victim. "These are the kind of cases where a…
One man has been hospitalized after he was struck by a car Tuesday evening in Montgomery. Police say the victim was hit in the 5500 block of Mobile Highway. They say he was hospitalized with possibly life threatening conditions. The crash…
The American Civil Liberties Union is suing Alabama on behalf of three transgender individuals. In a lawsuit, the individuals are saying the state won't allow them to change the gender listing of their driver's licenses without proof that they've undergone…
Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced that the State of Alabama has filed a lawsuit against Purdue Pharma, Purdue Frederick Company and Rhodes Pharmaceuticals, the makers and sellers of prescription opioid pain medications, including the brand name drugs OxyContin, MS…
UPDATE: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency officials confirm Germaine Moore is in police custody. According to CrimeStoppers, Moore turned himself into the Millbrook Police Department around 2:30 Tuesday morning. The Alabama Internet Crimes Against Children Unit is searching for wanted fugitive…
What would you do with 100 thousand dollars to improve your city? That's what one Montgomery city councilman is asking his constituents. District 5 Councilman William Green held a meeting Monday…
