Tuskegee Police Working to Identify Human Remains
On Thursday evening , human remains were found at Alabama Ave. and Avenue B in Tuskegee. Now police are searching for clues to determine what happened. Police did…
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Alabama Shakespeare Festival Garden Installation, Music Series Starts April 3
Some April Foolery has taken oven at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Fairy doors have been spotted throughout the ASF Garden. As part of the Spring Music Series, a new garden installation, "Fairy Doors," will open Saturday, April 3 and run…
Selma High School Returning to Virtual Learning Following Shooting Inside School
On Thursday, April 1 two Selma High School students were arrested after a gun went off inside the school building. The incident stemmed from a fight inside where two students jumped another. During the incident, a student pulled out a…
Pike Road Schools Administering COVID-19 Vaccine to Staff, Family of Staff on April 5
Pike Road Schools has been able to work out a partnership with the Center For Pain (Dr. Herrick) who happens to have extra COVID-19 vaccines. They will be providing shots to PRS staff and adult family members of PRS staff…
Man Rams Barricade at U.S. Capitol; Man and Police Officer Killed
A man rammed a car into two U.S. Capitol Police…
Zoo Weekends Starts at Montgomery Zoo on April 3
Saturday, April 3rd marks the first Saturday of Zoo Weekends at the Montgomery Zoo. What used to be just one weekend in the past is now all month long. Along with the usual games and inflatables, guests can now expect…
Gov. Ivey Announces All People Age 16 and Up Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine
Gov. Kay Ivey has announced that starting Monday, April 5, all Alabamians ages 16+ will be eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine. She made the announcement while attending the Alabama National Guard's free…
Montgomery Police Investigating Death of Pedestrian Struck by Semi on Mobile Highway
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a fatal accident involving a vehicle and pedestrian. On March 24, around 8 pm, MPD and Fire Medics located a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Authorities located the adult male in the 6400 block…
AUM Offering Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine, Urges Community Members to Schedule Appointment
Auburn University at Montgomery is making Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines available to eligible community members. Community members meeting the eligibility requirements outlined by the Alabama Department of Public Health can receive the vaccine. Those looking to receive the vaccine at AUM…
Montgomery Police Chief Speaks Out As Violent Crimes Rise
Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley says that overall, crime is down in Montgomery, but violent crime has risen. Finley says the shootings and violent assaults happening in Montgomery are largely the…
Non-Stop Flights to Washington, DC Are Coming Back to Montgomery Regional Airport
Non-stop flight service to and from Washington, DC is returning to Montgomery Regional Airport. The airport has announced that starting Sunday, American Airlines will resume non-stop flights from Montgomery to Reagan National Airport. The service began in January 2020 but was…
Alabama Tax Preparer Indicted in Tax Fraud Case
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — The owner and operator of a tax preparation service in Alabama has been indicted in a federal fraud case. Federal authorities say a grand jury handed up a 37-count indictment against 33-year-old Ametra Q. Wooden, who…
Alabama House Approves Alcohol Delivery Bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama could soon allow people to get beer, wine, and liquor delivered to their homes. The House of Representatives on Thursday voted 79-12 for the Senate-passed alcohol delivery bill. The Alabama Senate will now decide whether…
Alabama to Begin Vaccinating Prison Inmates
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Alabama prison system says it will begin vaccinating inmates for COVID-19 after previously only making vaccines available to prison officers and staff. The Alabama Department of Corrections announced that on April 12 it will begin…
Two Juveniles Arrested After Gun Is Fired Inside Selma High School
Two juveniles have been arrested and facing multiple charges after a gun went off Thursday inside a West Alabama high school. Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson it happened around…
Human Remains Found in Tuskegee
The Tuskegee Police Department has opened a death investigation after human remains were found Thursday. Tuskegee Police Sgt. Darrius Allen-Jones said the human remains were discovered in the area of Alabama Avenue and Avenue B. The identity of the victim…
Alabama Veteran Honored With Commendation and Drive By Parade for 97th Birthday
An Alabama World War II and Korean War Veteran got the opportunity to celebrate his 97th birthday in a special way. The City of Millbrook and the American Red Cross celebrated Dr.…
Andalusia Police Searching For Missing Man
Andalusia Police are asking for the public's help in the search for a missing man. 78-year-old Billy J. Jordan left his home Wednesday night and has not been seen since. Police say he was driving a grey 2006 Toyota Tundra.…
HGTV Hometown Takeover of Wetumpka to Air in May
The Television series 'Hometown Takeover' is a show that features a town that Ben and Erin Napier choose to renovate. Wetumpka was chosen out of 2,600 towns to be features on the…
Wetumpka First Community Market
Downtown Wetumpka hosted a Community Market, Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event kicks off the first “Linger Longer” weekend. The weekend also includes an Art Walk that will take…
Scale Back Alabama to Start Monday, April 5
The state’s largest wellness program, Scale Back Alabama, will start Monday, April 5. This year’s program is entirely new and allows participants to scale back in their own way. Registration is open to all who live or work in Alabama…
Alabama House to Consider Repeal of Habitual Offender Law
A divided legislative committee has advanced a bill to repeal Alabama's habitual offender law that mandates longer sentences for repeat offenders. The House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday approved the bill on a 9-5 vote. The bill by Rep. Chris England…
New Seafood Restaurant Coming to Wetumpka
Wetumpka will soon get a new seafood restaurant. Wharf Casual Seafood has purchased the Shoney’s restaurant property on U.S. Highway 231 and will begin converting it into its latest location. Wharf Casual Seafood…
Amtrak Proposes Passenger Rail Service for Montgomery
As President Biden released his $2.3 trillion infrastructure improvement plan, Amtrak hopes some of that money will be spent on expanding passenger rail service, including to Montgomery. The president's plan…
Wednesday Night Fire Leaves Montgomery Home Destroyed
A Montgomery home is left a total loss after a Wednesday night fire. At 8:22 p.m. on March 31. Montgomery Fire and Rescue Units responded to the 2100 block of Rosemont Dr. When the units arrived smoke and flames…
