Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed addresses first day of school year
As students in Montgomery Public Schools head back to class, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed discussed the new school year.
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PHOTOS: Montgomery police investigating mail theft and check fraud
Authorities are investigating a case of mail theft and check fraud related to a recent incident in Montgomery.
Pike Road man sentenced for illegal machine gun possession
A Pike Road man has been sentenced to federal prison for illegally having a machine gun.
Man killed in Midtown Montgomery shooting
It happened around 7:17 a.m. Monday in the 900 block of Charles Street.
Students, parents celebrate start of the school year in Millbrook
Students and parents celebrated the final weekend before the start of the new school year.
WAKA adds Dabl to on-air channel 8.9
We have an exciting programming note to bring you --Â WAKA has added a new over-the-air TV channel.
Autauga County school board gets new member
The Autauga County school board has appointed a new member to represent District 1.
Volunteers Join Forces to Clean Up Montgomery Neighborhood
Volunteers picked up trash, pulled weeds and cut overgrown grass at the Regency Park Community Center.
Pine Level Celebrates New School Year With Back-to-School Bash — and a Duck
Daisy waddled around and quacked enthusiastically as she greeted children and families at Pine Level’s back-to-school bash.
Montgomery Church Becomes City’s First Sensory-Inclusive House of Worship
The room is equipped with noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools and weighted blankets to help individuals regulate sensory input during church services.
Montgomery Students Gear Up for New School Year With Back-to-School Bash
In addition to school supplies, children also had the chance to pick out new shoes, socks and personal hygiene items.
Montgomery teenager killed in Chilton County crash
A Montgomery teenager has been killed in a single-car crash in Chilton County.
Active shooter training exercise held in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and CrimeStoppers have held their active shooter training exercise in Ramer.
Pike Road Schools holds teaching institute to prepare for new school year
Pike Road Schools has held its teacher institute as it prepares for the upcoming school year.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Investigation launched following man's body found near Eastchase Parkway
Montgomery police have launched a death investigation following the discovery of a man's body near Eastchase Parkway earlier this week.
Five finalists chosen for new flag for City of Montgomery
The City of Montgomery is narrowing its list of finalists for a new city flag.
Montgomery man sentenced to federal prison for illegal gun possession
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to more than six years in federal prison for illegal gun possession.
Man sentenced to federal prison in Montgomery for fentanyl conspiracy involving shipments to Alabama
A man has been sentenced in federal court in Montgomery for being part of a conspiracy to bring fentanyl into Alabama.
When does the school year start in our area?
In our area, the school year starts for various public school systems from Monday, August 4, through Monday, August 11. Here's the list:
Some Alabama officials pushing for tougher punishment for child sex abusers
Some Alabama lawmakers and other officials want tougher penalties for anyone who sexually abuses a child.
Running event raises money for Alabama Sheriff's Youth Ranches
A recent running event has raised money for the Alabama Sheriff's Youth Ranches.
What's Happening: August 1-3
There are still plenty of back-to-school events happening this weekend, but there's also a lot of other events to enjoy across the River Region!
Baptist Heath, UAB reach new deal with United Healthcare
Baptist Health and UAB have announced that they have reached a tentative agreement with UnitedHealthcare on a new health insurance contract.
Autauga County Schools preparing for new school year
Officials at Autauga County Schools are preparing for the start of the new school year, which features some changes.
Montgomery Clean City Commission donates litter bags to law enforcement
The Montgomery Clean City Commission has donated car litter bags to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and the Montgomery Police Department.
