Battling the Backlash Over Not Supporting Trump
93.1 radio talk show host Greg Budell says a lot of his callers are upset over Congresswoman Martha Roby. She said last week she was not voting for Donlad Trump and…
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New State School Superintendent Lays Out Plan
Thursday was the first time that Michael Sentance took his seat as superintendent at a state board meeting. After doing some research, he says that the first thing the state absolutely…
47 Alabama counties under fire alert
The State Forestry Commission issued a Fire Alert for many counties in Alabama. The alert is a result of a severe drought across the state caused by a lack of precipitation early in the year. The Foresters reported Tuesday that Alabama…
Bentley Lawyer Objects to Impeachment Committee Subpoenas
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley is opposing a committee's attempt to subpoena a large volume of documents from his administration during an impeachment investigation. Bentley lawyer Ross Garber on Monday filed an objection with the House Judiciary Committee to subpoenas issued…
MPD Arrest Teen on Rape Charges
On Oct. 10, MPD charged Emanuel Bennett, 19, of Montgomery with two counts of first-degree rape and two counts of first-degree sodomy in connection with the sexual assault of a juvenile female. MPD investigators placed Bennett in the Montgomery County…
MPD Investigate Fatal Crash on Montgomery Man
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a single-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of a Montgomery man. Bobby L. Jones, 51, was pronounced dead at the scene when the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu he was operating left the roadway and crashed. The crash…
Traffic Alert: Roadwork Slows Traffic on I-65 North
Interstate 65 northbound is experiencing slow moving traffic due to roadwork. Traffic has been narrowed down to one lane between the Pintlala and Hope Hull Exit. If headed northbound on interstate 65, you should plan to leave earlier than planned…
Arrest Made in Fairground Road Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has made an arrest in the Wednesday, Oct. 5, shooting death of 41-year- old Tyler Sasser of Montgomery. MPD detectives charged Rodrick Senderson Jr., 22, of Montgomery with one count of murder. Senderson was taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals. Following his arrest, he was transported to the Montgomery County Detention Facility, where he was being held under a $300,000 bond. On Oct. 5 at about…
Hurricane Evacuees in Capital City Waiting to Go Home
The Capital City has seen a lot of evacuees from Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas. Carol Campbell evacuated St. Simons Island, Georgia with her husband and two dogs. They have been staying…
Bojangles' Set to Open Montgomery Location October 17
Bojangles’ Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits will open its first location in Montgomery on 9066 Eastchase Parkway at 5 a.m. on October 17. The company — whose slogan is “It’s Bo Time!” — plans to celebrate the event with a day-long grand opening celebration. “Our…
What do voters think about the presidential debates?
The first presidential debate between candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton didn't sway a lot of voters. Many were left wondering more about the demeanors of the two candidates more so that the issues. Are these presidential debates something voters even…
Authorities Searching For Missing 4-Year-Old In Alabama
The State of Alabama has released an amber alert for a missing 4 year old girl from Polk County, Florida. The girl may have been abducted by a man with an Alabama license plate. Authorities…
Gov. Robert Bentley Pulls Support From Donald Trump
Since a recording of Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump making lewd comments about women in 2005 surfaced this week, many party members are withdrawing their support. Governor Robert Bentley released a statement Saturday saying, "I endorsed governor john Kasich for president,…
"Sista Strut" 2016 Raises Awareness for Breast Cancer
Hundreds of women spent Saturday morning walking to raise awareness for breast cancer. It was all part of montgomery's first "Sista Strut" walk. The walk focuses on how the disease harms african american women. According to breastcancer.org breast cancer in African…
ASF Offers Discounted Tickets to Hurricane Matthew Evacuees
Amidst the mayhem of Hurricane Matthew, evacuees can find a bright spot at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Patrons who identify themselves as hurricane evacuees with their hotel keycard at…
Bentley Declares State of Emergency so Evacuees Can Get Meds
Gov. Robert Bentley issued a state of emergency to help hurricane evacuees get their prescriptions filled while in Alabama. Bentley issued the limited emergency proclamation Friday. The state is expecting a significant number of evacuees in Alabama from Hurricane Matthew.…
Inaugural "Sista Strut" 3K Breast Cancer Walk in Montgomery
The Inaugural Sista Strut is a 3K breast cancer charity walk to raise awareness for breast cancer specifically in women of color. The walk will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016 beginning at 8:00am at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival.…
Opioid Epidemic Growing Across Alabama, Nation
Fifty-two million Americans ages 12 and older are a part of the growing epidemic of opioid abusers from all walks of life. That's according to the Council On Substance Abuse. College student Chase Leland says he sees it as well. "The…
Leaders want voters to say "YES" to Amendment 11
A new constitutional amendment on the ballots this November could give Alabama a better chance at…
Former Speaker Hubbard Begins Appeal of Ethics Conviction
Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard is appealing the ethics conviction that removed him from office. Hubbard's lawyers filed the notice of appeal Wednesday with the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals. The appeal comes after the trial judge denied Hubbard's…
Gov. Bentley Awards CACC with ARC Grants Totaling Over $1 Million
Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday visited the Central Alabama Community College (CACC) in Alexander City where he announced two Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) grants for the Alexander City and Childersburg campuses. The Governor joined CACC President Susan Burrow along with…
Presidential Race Heats Up
Over 83 million tuned in to watch Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. About 37 million watched the vice presidential candidates. Our political analyst Steve Flowers says he doesn't think voters will be…
Forestry Commission Issues Fire Warnings
The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a fire danger warning for nearly 50 counties across the state. Officials say the extremely dry weather conditions and lack of rain in the days to come have created an environment that is favorable…
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This month is dedicated to promoting public awareness about domestic violence and informing communities about available resources to aid families dealing with a domestic violence crisis. Domestic Violence Awareness Month evolved from the…
Escaped Inmate Recaptured Near Federal Drive Walmart
Zedarius Briggs, 19, of Montgomery was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail. Briggs was being held for outstanding warrants with the Montgomery Sheriff’s Department for Robbery, Receiving Stolen property 1st and Reckless Endangerment when he fled from…
