Macon County Escaped Inmate Caught
The search for an escaped inmate in Macon County is over. Sheriff Andre Brunson said 22-year-old Nakelon Vason, who escaped from the Macon County Jail, was captured Thursday evening. Sheriff…
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AG Steve Marshall Warns Alabamians of Unemployment Benefits Scams
Over the past year, the Attorney General’s Office has received a variety of complaints from citizens who believe that their personal identifying information has been used to carry out attempted unemployment benefits fraud. These schemes appear to be multi-faceted, making…
Montgomery Police Searching for Suspects in Credit Card Fraud Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department is actively searching for credit card fraud suspects. The suspects pictured face charges regarding an incident that occurred on January 26. The suspects entered the retail store located in the 1900 block of Eastern Boulevard. They…
ALEA Promotes Captain Jonathan Archer to Chief of Driver License Division
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)has announced the promotion of Capt. Jonathan Archer to Chief of the agency’s Driver License Division. ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said, “Chief Archer possesses a winning combination of determination and the vision of excellence in…
Junior League of Montgomery Opens First Free Diverse Library
The Junior League of Montgomery opened its first Free Diverse Library located at the JLM office 3570 Carter Hill Road. JLM members unveiled the library Thursday morning. The Green Box has a glass entrance door facing Carter Hill Rd and…
ALDOT Launches Work Zone Campaign: Move Over, Slow Down, Save Lives
The Alabama Department of Transportation is joining many states across the nation to encourage drivers to slow down and eliminate distractions in work zones in recognition of National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 26 - 30. To help bring awareness…
Menstrual Hygiene Bill Finally Makes its First Steps
After several months of trying to get the HB88 bill in committee, supporters have finally seen it make its first step. Bill sponsor, Rolanda Hollis, founders of Women in Training, and several sponsors…
2 Alabama Men Plead Guilty in 2016 Robbery Killing
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (AP) - Two Alabama men are pleading guilty in the 2016 killing of a Prattville man shot dead in a robbery. 26-Year-old Santwone Jones and 19-year-old Devonte Hill both pleaded guilty this month to felony murder in the…
Man Hospitalized after Wednesday Night Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man in critical condition. The shooting happened in the 100 block of Perry Hill road around 11 Wednesday night. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment, but no…
Families, Doctors Urge Alabama to Reject Trans Treatment Ban
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Transgender youth, parents, and advocates are urging the Alabama House of Representatives to reject legislation that would ban the use of puberty blockers or hormones to treat transgender minors. Parents, medical providers, and a transgender teenager…
Bill Would Require Collection of Race Data in Traffic Stops
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama Senate has approved a bill that will require police agencies to record racial data during traffic stops. Senators approved the legislation on a 19-7 vote. It moves to the Alabama House. State Sen. Rodger…
Bill to Resist Federal Gun Restrictions Draws Criticism
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A proposal to block state and local police officers from enforcing any new federal gun restrictions is drawing criticism. The Judiciary Committee on Wednesday held a public hearing on a bill. Randy Hillman, a former prosecutor…
Some Vaccine Sites Operating Far Below Capacity in Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - With Alabama struggling to improve its last-in-the-nation vaccination rate, officials say workers at some immunization sites are providing only a fraction of the shots…
Black College World Series Will be Held at the Riverwalk Stadium
The Montgomery Biscuits have teamed up with the Black College Nines and the BCSG-360 to introduce the inaugural Black College World Series. This is a new type of national championship tournament for…
Selma Man Pleads Guilty to Two Counts of Felony Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man gets two consecutive life sentences -- after pleading guilty to two counts of felony murder. But the victims' families don't like the deal -- and are…
Suspect Takes Large Amount of Cash from Millbrook Walmart, Now Wanted by Police
The Millbrook Police department is investigating a Theft. The theft occurred at the Walmart located at 145 Kelley Blvd. Investigators say two unknown subjects entered the store, and while inside, the suspect pictured managed to enter a register and take…
Tuskegee Gearing Up to Distribute Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine Thursday
Macon County announced the second round of COVID-19 vaccines at the National Guard Armory in Tuskegee. The mass vaccination clinic is Thursday, April 22 at 8am. Officials say if you missed the first vaccine you can go to the Macon…
Dream Court Montgomery Hosting Annual Unified Doubles Event on May 8
Dream Court Montgomery is hosting its annual unified doubles play day Saturday, May 8 from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Unified doubles will have teams that consist of one athlete with special needs paired with a traditional tennis player. The event will…
Montgomery Co. Commission Announces New Emergency Rental Assistance Program
The Montgomery County Commission announced the new , ERAMCo. ERAMCo provides financial assistance to qualifying Montgomery County residents to prevent homelessness, housing instability, potential eviction, and financial hardships due to the COVID-19…
City of Montgomery, MPS Announce Technology Partnership with Ed Farm
Mayor Steven L. Reed and Montgomery Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ann Roy Moore today announced the launch of a new education technology initiative called MGM Codes. “Today is a transformative moment…
AHSAA Executive Director Steve Savarese to Retire
Alabama High School Athletic Association Executive Director Steve Savarese has announced plans to retire from the position he has held for the last 15 years. He made the announcement at…
$1,000 Reward Offered, Silver Sedan Sought in January Fatal Shooting Near Longview Court
Crimestoppers is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in Christian Curtis' Murder investigation. On Wednesday, January 13, Montgomery police responded to…
Businesses Struggling to Fill Jobs AS Economy Returns to Normal
It looks like something to celebrate: small businesses posting "Help Wanted" signs as the economy edges toward normalcy. Instead, businesses are having trouble filling the jobs, which in turn hurts their ability to keep up with demand for their products…
Second Arrest Made in December 2020 Arson Investigation, Juvenile Arrested
Montgomery Fire and Rescue have announced the second arrest in a December 2020 Arson investigation. The arrest occurred on December 23. Montgomery police charge a second juvenile…
Alabama Senate Approves Bill to Require Race Data to Be Collected at Traffic Stops
The Alabama Senate has approved a bill that will require police agencies to record racial data during traffic stops. Senators approved the legislation on a 19-7 vote. It moves to the Alabama House. State Sen. Rodger Smitherman (D-Birmingham) said his…
