Campaign 2022: Dean Odle Brings Gubernatorial Campaign to Alabama State House
Republican gubernatorial candidate Dean Odle took time to bring his campaign to the Alabama State House on the final day of the 2021 legislative session.
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Charity Event 'Art in the Garden' Raises $250K for Montgomery Christian School Scholarships
The Montgomery Christan School has announced that their annual fundraising event, 'Art in the Garden' hosted by the Art Splash Committee was a success, raising $250k that…
Snapshot of Bills that Passed, Died on Final Day of 2021 Legislative Session
The 2021 regular session of the Alabama Legislature ended late Monday night. Here is a look at what passed and what failed on the final day.
Alabama Legislature: What Passed and Failed on the Last Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers on Monday concluded the 2021 legislative session. Here is a look at the key developments on the session’s final day: WHAT BECAME LAW: MEDICAL MARIJUANA Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation creating a medical marijuana…
Suspect in Custody in Relation to the Homicide of 85-Year-Old
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating the homicide of Wilman Jones, 85, of Montgomery. Ronnie Hawkins, 27, of Montgomery, has been identified as the suspect, he was charged with one…
MPD Investigates Shooting that Left One Woman Injured Monday Night
A woman was shot Monday night at about 8:45 p.m. on the 800 block of South Decatur Street in Montgomery. MPD says the victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. MPD is currently…
A Man is Dead After a Fatal Car Crash Tuesday Morning
A male pedestrian has been hit and killed Tuesday morning on Northern Boulevard. The southbound lanes of Northern Boulevard are temporarily blocked and traffic is detoured. The crash happened early Tuesday morning around 4:40. MPD and Fire Medics responded to…
Alabama lawmakers approve ban on curbside voting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers approved a ban on curbside voting. The Alabama Senate on Monday voted 25-6 for the bill by Republican Rep. Wes Allen of Troy that would forbid election workers from setting up curbside areas for…
Lawmakers Delay High-Stakes Reading Test for 3rd Graders
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - After COVID-19 disrupted two school years, Alabama lawmakers on Monday voted to delay an upcoming state requirement for third-graders to pass a reading test before moving up to the fourth grade. The House of Representatives on…
Transgender Treatment Ban Fails in Alabama Legislature
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers ended the legislative session without a vote on one of the most controversial bills before them: a measure to outlaw gender-affirming medical treatments for transgender minors. The Senate-passed bill died on Monday, the final…
Eastdale Mall Cinema's Grand Re-Opening Friday May 21st
The Eastdale Mall Cinema is having a grand re-opening friday May 21, 2021 at 5-pm. It was last open on March 13, 2013. The theater was previously owned by Carmike Cinemas and is now owned by Goodrich Quality Theaters.
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking to Block Alabama Prison Leases
A judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit that sought to block Gov. Kay Ivey's plan to lease prisons that would be owned by private companies and operated by the state.
Two People Shot on Kelly Circle in Montgomery
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting on Kelly Circle in Montgomery that left two men with non-life threatening gunshot wounds.
Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Medical Marijuana Bill
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill into law that will permit marijuana to be used for specific medical needs in Alabama.
Historic Marker Unveiled at Home of Late Robert and Jeannie Graetz
Rev. Robert Graetz and his wife Jeannie are widely recognized for their support of the civil rights movement.
Officer Involved Shooting in Dadeville
Tallapoosa County Sheriff Deputies and ALEA State Troopers involved in Dadeville shooting.
Alabama Schools: Fewer COVID-19 Cases Reported in Local School Systems
The latest ADPH school dashboard shows there were 10 or fewer COVID-19 cases in local public school systems for the week of May 14.
Lawmakers Return to Montgomery Monday for Final Day of 2021 Session
Alabama lawmakers are returning for the final day of the legislative session with a number of large and controversial issues before them.
UPDATE: Face Mask Policies Changing at Local Stores
Some local stores are changing their face mask policies following new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control.
It Will Still Take Congress to Allow Alabama to Switch to Permanent Daylight Saving Time
Alabama is joining the states seeking to permanently switch to daylight saving time if Congress ever authorizes it.
Alabama Tourism Department Launches Civil Rights Podcast
Alabama’s state tourism agency has launched a podcast that both tells stories about the civil rights movement and encourages people to visit places linked to the era.
U.S. Energy Secretary: Gasoline Supply Should Return to Normal by Late Sunday
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm says the nation is “over the hump” on gas shortages following a ransomware cyberattack that forced a shutdown of the nation’s largest gasoline pipeline.
PHOTO GALLERY: Farmers Market at the Shoppes at EastChase
The 17th annual Farmers Market at The Shoppes at EastChase has now opened for the season, with local vendors, music and much more.
Update: More Details in Fatal Autauga County Crash
Alabama State Troopers have now released more details about the crash that killed two women in Autauga County yesterday afternoon.
Troopers on the scene of a fatal accident in Autauga County
UPDATE: Alabama State Troopers say a woman from Prattville and a woman from Autaugaville were killed in the wreck. MORE DETAILS Original Story: State troopers are on the scene of an accident in Autauga County that claimed the lives of…
