Community leaders, parents give input in MPS superintendent search
The search is on for a new superintendent for Montgomery Public Schools, and the community had the opportunity to give their input on what they want in the coming leader.
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Troy Man Charged with Attempted Murder, Robbery
Troy police have arrested a man in connection to a shooting that happened last year on Botts Avenue.
UPDATE: Five Elmore County Schools Hold Remote Learning Wednesday
Elmore County School Supt. Richard Dennis says five schools will have remote learning due to faculty and staff absences.
Gov. Kay Ivey Calls Special Session on How to Handle Federal COVID Relief Money
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a proclamation calling the Alabama Legislature into a special session to handle federal COVID relief money under the American Rescue Plan Act.
White House Launches Website for Free At-Home COVID Tests
The Biden administration has quietly launched its website for Americans to request free at-home COVID-19 tests, a day before the site was scheduled to officially launch.
Man Shot and Killed Near Vaughn Road in Montgomery
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation after a fatal shooting near Vaughn Road.
Civil Rights Memorial Center Re-Opened after 2 Years
Many Civil Right museums in our area are seeing a wave of people coming in for the Martin Luther King Holiday, including the Civil Rights Memorial Center that had it's grand re-opening after being shut down for almost 2 years.…
Distinguished Young Women of Alabama Week Underway in Montgomery
Participants representing 45 counties across the state arrived in Montgomery Sunday ahead of this weekend's program at Frazer United Methodist Church.Â
Program honoring MLK Day held on Alabama State Capitol steps
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, members of the community gathered at the state capitol steps for a program reflecting on his life.
Martin Luther King Jr. 47th Birthday Celebration at Dexter Avenue Church
The 47th birthday celebration for Dr. King was held here at Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church the event included song dance, youth tributes and even motivational messages for the future.
Cold Weather Doesn't Hamper MLK Day Parade in Downtown Montgomery
Cold weather didn't stop people from coming out to witness the parade in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Montgomery Monday afternoon.
What the Tech? FBI Warns of USB Drives Arriving in Mailboxes
The FBI says cyber-criminals are mailing USB drives to trick people into loading malware on their computer thinking they'll get a gift card.
Four Elmore County Schools Go Virtual Due to Lack of Teachers and Staff
Students at four Elmore County schools will have at least one day of virtual learning due to a shortage of teachers and staff.
UPDATE: Autauga County Schools Will Not Return to In-Person Learning This Week
Autauga County school officials say students will not return to in-person learning this week.
Celebrated Tuskegee Airman Charles McGee Dies at 102
One of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen, Charles McGee, who flew fighter combat missions over three wars, has died.
On MLK Day, Biden Says Americans Must Commit to Dr. King's Work
President Joe Biden says Americans must commit to the unfinished work of Martin Luther King Jr.
Record number of kids in Alabama hospitals with COVID-19, local parents react
The Alabama Public Health Department is reporting that hospitalizations of children in Alabama due to COVID-19 have hit a record high.Â
Tallassee Mayor Arrested in Orange Beach
Orange Beach police say they've arrested Tallassee Mayor Johnny Hammock on a domestic violence charge.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Release Name of Man Shot and Killed on Carmichael Road
Montgomery police have now released the name of the man who was shot and killed on Carmichael Road.
Ralph Emery, Famed Country Music Broadcaster, Dies at 88
Ralph Emery, who became known as the dean of country music broadcasters over more than a half-century in both radio and television, has died.
Former Alabama Quarterback Jay Barker Charged with Domestic Violence
Former Alabama quarterback Jay Barker is married to country music singer Sara Evans and was booked into a Nashville jail on a domestic violence charge.
Johnny Ford Withdraws from House of Representatives District 82 Race
Former Tuskegee Mayor and current Tuskegee City Councilor Johnny Ford has announced he is withdrawing from the race for Alabama House of Representatives, District 82. In a letter released to Alabama News Network  Ford says he is "putting family before…
Face Masks Now Required at Two Schools in Pike Road
Officials with Pike Road Schools have announced that face masks will be required at two schools in the town's school system due to the spread of COVID cases.
Only One Candidate Left in Search for New Auburn University President
A dean at Auburn University is the lone remaining finalist to become president after two other candidates refused to visit campus unless they were guaranteed the job.
Alabama Supreme Court Raises Range of Bail Amount for Murder
The Alabama Supreme Court has increased the range of bail for murder in updating the state's bail schedule.
