ACTION 8 UPDATE: Fugitive wanted on child sex charge arrested in Montgomery
CrimeStoppers says a man wanted on a child sex-related charge from out of state has been arrested in Montgomery.
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Ground broken for Saban Center in Tuscaloosa
Ground has now been broken for the Saban Center in Tuscaloosa, billed as a one-of-a-kind STEM and arts campus where students will be able to get innovative, hands-on learning opportunities.
U.S. Voting Rights Act signed 60 years ago, following Bloody Sunday in Selma
The nation is marking the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. President Lyndon Johnson signed the landmark legislation into law on Aug. 6, 1965, after marchers were beaten in Selma.
Prattville man facing child sex charges
A Prattville man has been arrested on a series of sex charges involving a child.
Man charged with two business robberies in Prattville
Prattville police have arrested a man on charges of robbing two businesses.
Man charged with abusing two-year-old son in Prattville
Prattville police have charged a man with physically abusing his two-year-old son.
National Night Out marked with community events throughout Montgomery
People in neighborhoods across Montgomery County are participating in the annual National Night Out, to help promote better connections between local law enforcement and the community.
ALEA urges safety as new school year begins
As students, teachers and families across the state prepare for a new school year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency wants you to remember that "back to school" also means back to safety near school zones.
Prattville High School delays start of school year due to construction
Students at Prattville High School will get a couple of extra days added to their summer break due to construction on campus.
Arrests made in connection with several Montgomery robberies
Two people have been arrested in connection to multiple robberies, according to the Montgomery Police Department.
Montgomery’s Oldest Live Music Nightclub Faces Liquor License Scrutiny After Resident Complaints
Cloverdale residents expressed frustration over what they described as persistent noise, litter, and disorderly behavior surrounding 1048 Jazz and Blues.
See the List: Local National Night Out events
Here is a list of National Night Out events happening in Montgomery:
Students in Montgomery Public Schools return to class following summer break
The new superintendent of Montgomery Public Schools, Dr. Zickeyous Byrd, helped welcome students back to class to start the 2025-2026 school year.
Federal Funding Freeze Halts Senior Employment Program in Central Alabama
The Easterseals' SCSEP program has allowed older adults who once cared for families or held jobs to regain their independence with job training and part-time work at nonprofits.
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.
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 -- 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.
