Macon County Escaped Inmate Caught
The search for an escaped inmate in Macon County is over. Sheriff Andre Brunson said 22-year-old Nakelon Vason, who escaped from the Macon County Jail, was captured Thursday evening. Sheriff…
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Menstrual Hygiene Bill Finally Makes its First Steps
After several months of trying to get the HB88 bill in committee, supporters have finally seen it make its first step. Bill sponsor, Rolanda Hollis, founders of Women in Training, and several sponsors…
Man Hospitalized after Wednesday Night Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man in critical condition. The shooting happened in the 100 block of Perry Hill road around 11 Wednesday night. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment, but no…
Families, Doctors Urge Alabama to Reject Trans Treatment Ban
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Transgender youth, parents, and advocates are urging the Alabama House of Representatives to reject legislation that would ban the use of puberty blockers or hormones to treat transgender minors. Parents, medical providers, and a transgender teenager…
Bill Would Require Collection of Race Data in Traffic Stops
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama Senate has approved a bill that will require police agencies to record racial data during traffic stops. Senators approved the legislation on a 19-7 vote. It moves to the Alabama House. State Sen. Rodger…
Bill to Resist Federal Gun Restrictions Draws Criticism
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A proposal to block state and local police officers from enforcing any new federal gun restrictions is drawing criticism. The Judiciary Committee on Wednesday held a public hearing on a bill. Randy Hillman, a former prosecutor…
Black College World Series Will be Held at the Riverwalk Stadium
The Montgomery Biscuits have teamed up with the Black College Nines and the BCSG-360 to introduce the inaugural Black College World Series. This is a new type of national championship tournament for…
AHSAA Executive Director Steve Savarese to Retire
Alabama High School Athletic Association Executive Director Steve Savarese has announced plans to retire from the position he has held for the last 15 years. He made the announcement at…
Alabama Senate Approves Bill to Require Race Data to Be Collected at Traffic Stops
The Alabama Senate has approved a bill that will require police agencies to record racial data during traffic stops. Senators approved the legislation on a 19-7 vote. It moves to the Alabama House. State Sen. Rodger Smitherman (D-Birmingham) said his…
COVID-19 Hospitalizations Jump 20% in Alabama in 10 Days
Hospitalizations linked to COVID-19 have jumped about 20% in less than two weeks in Alabama. Statistics from the Alabama Department of Public Health show 362 people were hospitalized Monday for the illness caused by the new coronavirus. That's up from…
Homicide Investigation Underway in Brundidge
Brundidge police are investigating a homicide after a man's body was discovered Tuesday afternoon. Brundidge Police Chief Marquez James said officers were called to the 300 block of Floyd St. just before 2:00PM. Once officers arrived, they found 44-year-old Cordero…
Leadership Montgomery Recruiting for next Legacy Class
Leadership Montgomery is recruiting for the next "best class ever." The non-profit organization was established in Montgomery 37 years ago to bring leaders together to affect change in the community. The Legacy Class is for community leaders 40-years-old and older.…
Award Presented to Montgomery County Corporal as "CrimeStopper Officer of the Year"
Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is continuing to recognize law enforcement officers of the year. This is for outstanding service during 2020. Corporal Mike Morrow has been awarded the title of Montgomery County Sheriff's Office 2020 CrimeStopper of the Year. Morrow…
Prattville Police Looking for Theft Suspects
Prattville police want to find two people wanted for several counts of theft. Investigators say the thefts happened at the same store in the 1800 block of East Main Street between…
MPD Conducting Homicide and Multiple Assault Investigations
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation in the killing of Queneisa McReynolds, 34, of Montgomery. Queneisa McReynolds was shot and killed on the night of Sunday, April 18 at 10:00. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the…
Underwriter Withdraws from Alabama prison lease project
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The underwriter for a project to build two prisons in Alabama has announced it is pulling out of the effort. The move by Barclays Plc followed criticism that it was breaking a promise not to get…
City of Montgomery Plans to Change Jeff Davis Ave to Fred Gray Ave
The Montgomery City Council will be voting to re-name the road Jeff Davis Avenue. The plan is to name the road after Attorney Fred Gray. Gray is well known for being…
The Dannon Project Partners with CREEJ to Provide Help in Lowndes Co.
On Monday, the Dannon Project partnered with the Center for Rural Enterprise and Environmental Justice (CREEJ), to provide re-entry services to the citizens of Lowndes County. CREEJ donated $25,000 dollars to the…
Alabama's Pre-K Program Ranked Best in Nation for 15th Straight Year
Gov. Kay Ivey has announced that the National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) ranks Alabama First Class Pre-K as the nation’s highest quality state pre-kindergarten program for the 15th consecutive year. “Ensuring our youngest learners have a strong start to…
Meet Mrs. Alma Lee Harvey, Montgomery's Newest Centenarian!
Mrs. Alma Lee Harvey was born on April 18, 1921, and Saturday morning, the Carver Park Community celebrated her 100th birthday. Dozens of cars with people delivering cards, flowers and money helped…
Wetumpka Celebrates Earth Day, Upcoming HGTV "Hometown Takeover" Series
People in Wetumpka have plenty to celebrate this spring. On Saturday, they held Wetumpka Pride Earth Day 2021 as they look forward to the premiere of HGTV's "Hometown Takeover" featuring…
Jazz in the Garden Held at Oak Park
April is both International Jazz Appreciation Month and National Gardening Month. The City of Montgomery celebrated both with Jazz in the Garden at Oak Park on Saturday. People of…
Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Bill to Make the Sweet Potato Alabama's Official Vegetable
Alabama now has an official state vegetable: the sweet potato. Gov. Kay Ivey’s office said Friday that the governor signed the bill naming the sweet potato as the state vegetable. A labama has a long list of official state emblems,…
Body of Drowning Victim Recovered in Lake Martin near Equality
Coosa County Authorities have recovered the body of a drowning victim at Lake Martin. Authorities say 20 year old Vazquez Saavedra of Mississippi was the victim. Sheriff Howell said dispatch received the call just after 1:00PM Thursday. The body was…
The Montgomery County Historical Society Hosts Ribbon Cutting for The Oakwood Cemetery Project Debut
The city of Montgomery and the Montgomery County Historical Society teamed up for the Oakwood Cemetery Project. They had a ribbon cutting early Friday morning to announce the start of the digital…
