State Lottery, Casino Bill Proposed in Alabama Legislature
An Alabama lawmaker has proposed a bill to create a lottery and allow multiple casinos in the state.
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North Montgomery Area In Dire Need of Revitalization, Lower Wetumpka Rd.
Montgomery county commissioner Isaiah Sankey says he grew up in the Northgate apartments that we're once in North Montgomery. Today, they are abandoned, worn down buildings that add to the majority of that…
Lottery and Gaming Legislation Introduced in Legislature
On Wednesday an Alabama Senator introduced a comprehensive gaming package that would include casino style games and a state lottery.
COVID in Alabama Schools: Weekly Case Numbers Fall Below 500
The latest weekly Alabama Department of Public Health report on COVID in the state’s public schools show cases dropping by nearly half statewide.
UPDATE: Body Found Near I-85 in Montgomery County Identified
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office says the body that was found just off Interstate 85 has been identified as that of a missing man.
Alabama Senate Approves Allowing People to Carry Concealed Handguns without Permit
The Alabama Senate has approved legislation that would end the requirement for a person to get a permit to carry a concealed handgun in public.
State Inmate Killed in Prison Assault
An Alabama inmate serving life imprisonment after being convicted of murder in 1993 died in an assault at Donaldson prison in Bessemer.
Gas Prices Are On The Rise Again, Experts Say There Is No Need To Panic
The national average gas price according to gas buddy is around $3.60 per gallon and experts think it may continue to rise, but there is no need to panic because there are ways you can help drive the prices back down. There are two ways you can help lower the cost of gas in your local area, the first way is by conserving your gas, the second is price shopping.
Only 2% of Teachers in U.S. Are Black Men, Valiant Cross Academy Challenges That
According to the National Education Association only 2% of teachers are black men and just 20% are people of color. Local all boys school, Valiant Cross Academy, has done a great job combating…
Buy Alabama's Best Food Products
The "Buy Alabama's Best" campaign urges people to buy Alabama made food products.
Alabama Senate to Consider Bill to Allow People to Carry Concealed Handguns without a Permit
Alabama lawmakers have advanced legislation that would end the requirement for a person to get a permit to carry a concealed handgun in public.
Alabama Bill Seeks to Ban Hormone Treatments for Transgender Youth
Alabama lawmakers have advanced legislation that would prohibit transgender minors from being given puberty blockers, hormones or surgeries to affirm their gender identity.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Make Homicide Arrest
Montgomery Police say they've charged a man with capital murder.
PHOTOS: Autauga County Deputies Searching for Two Suspects in Dollar General Robbery
The Autauga County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding two suspected wanted in the robbery of a Dollar General store.
Montgomery County Deputies Searching for Woman Considered a Fugitive
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is searching for a woman who is considered a fugitive, who is wanted on a list of charges.
Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison for Wreck that Killed Ambulance Paramedic in Montgomery
Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey has announced that a man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for causing a wreck that killed an ambulance paramedic.
Dr. Autherine Lucy Foster, First Black Student at University of Alabama, Dies
The University of Alabama has announced the death of Dr. Autherine Lucy Foster, its first Black student to enroll and attend classes.Â
Sec. of State: Coleman Ballot Question a Matter for Alabama Republican Party
Dothan businessman Jeff Coleman is still trying to get on the Republican primary ballot to run for the Alabama's 2nd District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. But the Alabama Secretary of State's office says it's up to the state Republican Party to decide.
Vice President Kamala Harris to Mark Bloody Sunday Anniversary in Selma
Vice President Kamala Harris is traveling to Alabama this weekend to commemorate Bloody Sunday.
Southern Baptist Convention President Won't Seek Second Term
Southern Baptist Convention President Ed Litton says he won't seek a second term in the top convention role.
Gov. Kay Ivey Declares Wednesday a Day of Prayer for Ukraine
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a proclamation declaring Wednesday as a day of prayer for Ukraine.
MLB cancels opening day, sides fail to reach lockout deal
The Montgomery Biscuits said in a post on February 24 that the lockout has no bearing on the season opener and games will go on as planned starting April 12.
Two People Killed in Montgomery Wreck
Montgomery police are investigating a wreck that led to two deaths.
Story of First Black Lawyers in Montgomery, How They Paved the Way
By 1930, there were only four black lawyers in the entire state.
Jeff Coleman Trying to Get Name on GOP Ballot for 2nd District Congressional Race
Dothan businessman Jeff Coleman is keeping up his fight to get his name on the Republican Primary ballot for the District 2 Congressional seat.
