Family fun and live entertainment highlight Memorial Day weekend celebrations across Alabama. Events include everything from one of the Southeast’s largest hot air balloon festivals in Decatur to an outdoor symphony concert in Montgomery. Other celebrations include the Smith Lake…
DETROIT (AP) - The U.S. government is suing Fiat Chrysler, alleging that some diesel pickup trucks and Jeeps cheat on emissions tests. The lawsuit filed Tuesday alleges that nearly 104,000 Ram pickups and Jeep Grand Cherokees have software that makes…
Sony's leader is promising a comeback for the Japanese electronics and entertainment company having its best profitability in two decades. Chief Executive Kazuo Hirai outlined the strategy for the company Tuesday at its Tokyo headquarters. He stressed the profitability in…
From G.I. Joe to My Little Pony, toy maker Hasbro says it's holding the first-ever convention to bring all of its brands together. The Pawtucket, Rhode Island-based company says its HASCON family and fan event will be held in Providence…
The Millbrook Police Department is proud to announce the unveiling of a newly installed memorial, which honors fallen Millbrook Police Officer James Dean Fezatte, who was killed in a traffic collision while responding to assist an officer on a civil…
A two-vehicle crash Monday, May 22, has claimed the life of a Montgomery woman. Annie Flowers, 66, was killed when the 2007 Hummer she was driving was struck by a 2008 Kenworth tractor trailer. The crash happened at the intersection…
Thousands of families and local business leaders will join together on Saturday, June 3rd at the Baptist Health DeBoer Building for the 2017 March for Babies, the nation’s oldest fundraising walk, which helps more babies survive and thrive. This year’s…
After frustrations boiled over at last week's Montgomery Public Schools board meeting, school leaders took their concerns directly to the state department of education and asked for answers Monday. MPS Board Member Melissa…
After record-breaking rainfall this weekend, flooding is a concern this week. The flood warning continues for the Catoma Creek near U.S. 331 Highway bridge. EMA director Christina Thornton warns that there is a minor flood advisory for the area surrounding…
The Alabama Farmers Federation announced on Monday that Senator Luther Strange has received the endorsement of FarmPAC, their political action committee. “Sen. Strange has proven his commitment to Alabama farmers and forest owners by seeking and securing appointment to the Agriculture Committee…
The Georgiana doctor who died on Mt. Everest Sunday is remembered as a dedicated physician and loving father. He was also someone who loved adventure and extreme hobbies. The…
Health officials say they've confirmed additional cases of whopping cough in an east Alabama school system. The Alabama Department of Public Health says laboratory tests have now found 18 cases of pertussis at multiple schools in Chambers County along the…
Even on a record-setting night at the Billboard Music Awards, Drake appeared a bit star-struck in meeting fellow Canadian performer Celine Dion backstage. The rapper posted a picture of himself and his father with Dion, who sang "My Heart Will…
Three people are facing federal charges, accused of stealing dozens of guns by breaking into an Alabama hardware store. Prosecutors say the thieves pried a metal door open, broke a window and crawled into Safford Tire and Hardware in Safford…
The Prattville-Autauga Farmers Market held their grand opening Saturday morning. The market provided fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers. Shoppers were able to find baked goods, honey, jam and handmade…
An Alabama woman faces animal cruelty charges after deputies seized six dogs in her care that had to be euthanized. The Montgomery Advertiser reports Linda Thomas McDonald, 67, was arrested May 16 and charged with six misdemeanor counts of cruelty…
The Montgomery Police Department has arrested a Montgomery man in connection with the death of Jeremiah McDade, 20, who was pronounced dead after sustaining a fatal gunshot wound Friday, May 12. MPD charged Paris Moore, 26, with Capital Murder Friday…
A local church is helping out an organization that renovates homes in West Montgomery. Christchurch Anglican presented a $40,000 check to "House to House" during their service Sunday. The group will use the funds to build a community center on Early…
A notebook from Camella Oliver shows a record of continuous flooding on Sycamore Drive over the last several years from a ditch that residents say hasn't been cleaned properly in quite some time. "I…
As part of National Kids to Park Day, Prattville Mayor Bill Gillespie held his 6th annual Mayor's Bike Ride at Upper Kingston Park Saturday. The ride was organized and launched by the…
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — An American climber has died near the summit of Mount Everest and an Indian climber is missing after heading down from the mountain following a successful…
Joe Reed, Chairman of the Alabama Democratic Conference believes it's time for a change in several Alabama offices and in the whitehouse. "We've had problems in the Governor's office, problems with…
In the short time Governor Kay Ivey has been in office she's already tackled many issues facing the state. One of her top priorities is improving the state's image, but she says it cannot happen overnight. "We were under a…
It was a beautiful night in downtown Montgomery as the sights, sounds, and tastes of the 5th annual Riverbend BrewFest got underway. "This year we have 31 different breweries on hand with over 100 beers to sample," said Ken Reynolds,…
These athletes from across the state are ready to shine at the Special Olympics Alabama State Games. "It's been a wonderful opportunity for these guys to come down here. we're here for track and field so they're going to win…
