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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.
Judge bars federal prosecutors from seeking death penalty against Luigi Mangione
U.S. District Judge Margaret Garnett dismissed a federal murder charge against Mangione, finding it was technically flawed. Garnett left in place stalking charges that carry a maximum punishment of life in prison.
Montgomery 8th grade students learn important health lessons
Some Montgomery 8th grade students got to learn all about health and fitness from professionals.
Greenville High School recognized as a Legislative School Performance Recognition Program
Greenville High School has been recognized by the Alabama State Department of Education as a Legislative School Performance Recognition Program for the 2024–2025 school year.
Democrats, White House strike spending deal that would stop government shutdown
Democrats and the White House struck a deal to avert a partial government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security.
Cusseta man arrested in domestic violence-related incident
Sheriff Jones says deputies responded to the home in the 1800 block of Lee Road 270 to conduct a welfare check on the family.
U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures discusses school funding in Troy
U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures (D-Alabama) traveled to Troy to speak on the importance of education and funding for state schools.
Should Alabama only offer driver license exams in English?
A bill in the Alabama Legislature would require all state driver's license exams to be offered only in English.
