Local Artists Asked to Share Montgomery’s Story for Black History Month
Selected pieces will be exhibited February 13–28, 2026, at the Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library.
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First business opens at new Merry Corners shopping center in Pike Road
The first of several businesses has now opened in the new Merry Corners shopping center in Pike Road.
U.S. Supreme Court to consider whether to hear Alabama case on panhandling
The U.S. Supreme Court could take up a case about whether panhandling can be banned. It's a debate with a Montgomery connection.
Tuskegee University men's basketball coach briefly handcuffed after game at Morehouse
Tuskegee men's basketball coach Benjy Taylor was briefly handcuffed after intervening in an incident involving his team and members of Morehouse's basketball and football teams over the weekend.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Butler County manhunt canceled; suspect still on the loose
A manhunt in Butler County has been canceled because it's believed that the suspect is no longer in the area.
Groundhog Day: Punxsutawney Phil sees shadow, forecasting six more weeks of wintry weather
Punxsutawney Phil has predicted six more weeks of wintry weather, a forecast sure to disappoint many after what's already been a long, cold season across large parts of the United States.
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Alabama) has announced that her office is now accepting art from high school students for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition.
What the Tech App of the Day: Speechify
Speechify is a text-to-speech app that turns written content into audio using surprisingly natural-sounding voices. Instead of staring at a screen, you can listen while driving, walking, or doing something else.
Alabama Boys Foundation holds gala to raise money for literacy programs
Hundreds of people gathered at the RSA Activity Center for inaugural Alabama Boys Foundation fundraising gala
Montgomery staple featured in new documentary
Many people came out to the Capri Theatre in Montgomery to see a special viewing of a documentary about the famous Chris' Hot Dogs on Sunday.
Grass fire spreads to three buildings on Congressman Dickinson Drive in Montgomery
Montgomery Fire/Rescue units have battled a three-alarm fire in the 1800 block of Congressman Dickinson Drive.
Firefighters called to three fires in Montgomery
Montgomery Fire/Rescue units have battled three fires in less than 10 hours.
Demond Wilson, who played Lamont on TV's "Sanford and Son," dies at 79
Demond Wilson, who found fame in the 1970s playing Lamont on the hit TV comedy “Sanford and Son” and went on to become a minister, has died at 79.
Troy university honors alumnus and trustee John Harrison
Dozens gathered at Trojan Arena to honor alumnus John Harrison and dedicate their practice facility to him.
Teenager killed in pickup truck crash in Marengo County
A teenager has been killed after crashing a pickup truck in Marengo County.
Six arrested in Macon County in prison contraband, narcotics investigations
Six people are under arrest in Macon County after an investigation into prison contraband and narcotics distribution.
What to know about the partial federal government shutdown and its impact
The partial federal government shutdown that is in effect is vastly different from the record closure in the fall. That is mostly because the shutdown may not last long.
Catherine O'Hara, Emmy-winning comedian of 'Schitt's Creek' and 'Home Alone' fame, dies at 71
The Canadian-born O'Hara died at her home in Los Angeles “following a brief illness."
Third-grade student accused of shooting Elmore County school bus with BB gun
The Elmore County Board of Education and other authorities are investigating a report that a third-grade student shot a school bus with a BB gun.
U.S. Justice Department releasing three million pages from its Jeffrey Epstein files
The U.S. Justice Department has released many more records from its investigative files on Jeffrey Epstein, resuming disclosures under a law intended to reveal what the government knew about the millionaire financier’s sexual abuse of young girls and his interactions with the rich and powerful.
Update: Former CNN host Don Lemon charged with federal civil rights crimes in Minnesota church protest
Former CNN host Don Lemon and three other people have been arrested in connection with an anti-immigration enforcement protest that disrupted a service at a Minnesota church and increased tensions between residents and federal officials.
Orlando Jones to speak at Alabama State's Founder's Day celebration
Television, film and digital media personality Orlando Jones will be the keynote speaker at Alabama State University’s 2026 Founders’ Day Ceremony.
What's Happening: January 30-February 1
Don't let the cold weather keep you cooped up at home. There's still a lot to do across the River Region this weekend!
40,000 pounds of food donated to Heart of Alabama Food Bank in honor of nation's 250th birthday
In celebration of the country's 250th birthday, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is making major donations across the nation, including to the Heart of Alabama Food Bank in Montgomery.
