River Region Residents Trying to Beat the Heat
Summer is officially here- as of Friday. But it feels like it has been here for some weeks now. We spoke with people around downtown to see how they were trying…
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Auburn University trustees recommend interim president
OPELIKA, Al.-- Auburn University said Friday that its president, Steven Leath, is leaving after two years on the job. In a tweet Sunday, the university said "The…
3rd Annual Montgomery Juneteenth Celebration
On Saturday hundreds of people gathered in Downtown Montgomery to celebrate Juneteenth. Juneteenth is the celebration of the last enslaved people in America being freed. The word Juneteenth comes from the…
David Sadler to Run for Mayor of Montgomery
Another candidate has officially announced a bid for Montgomery Mayor. David Sadler made his candidacy official this morning. Sadler is a Montgomery business owner and community activist. He is known for his free…
Prattville Tree Dedication Honors Man Behind Prattville CityFest
Friday, an Overcup Oak Tree was planted in memory of George Stathopoulos, a man that spent most of his life building up Prattville. "He loved the city of Prattville and there's…
Downtown Montgomery Revitalization
The capital city is growing, especially when it comes to downtown. A 2019 study of Downtown Montgomery shows 977 existing multifamily units. There are also 288 single family units. With 252 planned…
Two Arrested in Alex City for Boat Theft
On June 21, the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force, set out to follow up on a possible lead of a stolen “john boat” that was taken last month from the Hillabee Creek area. Investigators recovered the boat off Sunrise…
First-Ever Recipients of ASF Patrons of the Arts Award Announced
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival has announced that Barrie and Laura Harmon are the inaugural recipients of the Wynton M. Blount Patrons of the Arts Award.…
Convicted Montgomery Drug Dealer Sentenced to 40 Years in Federal Prison
On June 20, Cody Eugene Mobley, 30, of Montgomery, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for federal drug trafficking and firearms charges, announced U.S. Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr. Law enforcement executed a search warrant in June 2018 at…
Montgomery Police Investigating Gibbs Village Fatal Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the shooting death of Hershel Simmons, 26, of Montgomery. MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 1800 block of Gibbs Circle on Thursday, June 20, at about 10 p.m., in…
Waitr Names Its 9 Best Burgers in Montgomery
Waitr, the local on-demand restaurant delivery service, is kicking off the first day of summer 2019 withnine tasty burgers you should experience in Montgomery – it’s a veritable local culinary tour that should be on every burger lover’s bucket list! Whether…
Dalraida Church of Christ Shipping Donated Medical Supplies to Kazakhstan Hospital
A container full of medical supplies is now on its way from Montgomery to a country located in central Asia. Kazakhstan is located in central Asia. Members of Dalraida Church…
Sen Doug Jones Comments on Roy Moore's Announcement to Run in 2020 U.S. Senate Election
Today, Senator Doug Jones released the following statement on Roy Moore's decision to run for Senate: "Today, Roy Moore has made what was already going to be a divisive Republican primary even more polarizing and extreme. We don’t need any…
Andalusia City Officials Caution Residents of Water Filtration System Company
Andalusia city officials are urging caution after residents say a company tried selling them water purification systems worth thousands of dollars. “It was just a small package that said 'water test,'" Andalusia…
Holy Cross Episcopal School Closing after 20 Years
Officials at Holy Cross Episcopal School, a private elementary school in Montgomery, have announced the school will close after 20 years. In a statement from the school, leaders say the decision…
College Theft Suspect Arrested, Faces Numerous Burglary and Theft Charges
The Alabama State University Department of Public Safety has officially notified CrimeStoppers that a suspect has been identified and captured that was wanted in connection to numerous Burglaries and Thefts that occurred on the campus. Anonymous tips identified Kurtavious…
Starbucks Dedicates Military Family Store in Prattville
A Prattville Starbucks is saluting the U.S. military in a new way. Starbucks has dedicated its location on Cobbs Ford Road as a "military family store", with a specific focus on hiring…
Selma City Council Prepares to Start Searching for New Police Chief
The Selma City Council has started its search for a new police chief, following the announcement last week that Chief Spencer Collier would retire on July 30. Collier is currently on medical…
Southside High School Gets Advanced Multimedia Studio
Southside High School now has a new state of the art multimedia studio, thanks to one alumnus who has used some of his own money to fund the project. Andre Williams is…
Selma Police Investigate Break-In at Vasser's Mini Mart
Selma police are investigating a break-in at Vasser's Mini Mart, a popular store, gas station and restaurant on West Dallas Avenue. Police say the break-in happened just before 12:30 Monday morning. Surveillance…
Gov. Ivey awards grant to assist child victims in Butler, Crenshaw and Lowndes Counties
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $42,017 to ensure that young victims of physical or sexual abuse in Butler, Crenshaw and Lowndes counties have access to free, professional care to help them recover. The Butler County Child Advocacy Center will use…
Alabama Officer Leaves Intensive Care after Rattlesnake Bite
GREENVILLE, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama police officer has left intensive care after being bitten by a rattlesnake while on duty. News outlets report Greenville Officer Marissa Morrison has been given 16 vials of antivenin since Monday. The snake got…
Local Law Firm Concerned About Detergent Pods After Tuskegee Man's Death
Detergent pods are nothing new. But Attorney Gerald Brooks of the Serious Injury Law Group, wants to see changes made to them after the death of Willie Reynolds Sr. of Tuskegee. "Unfortunately in Mr.…
From Montgomery to the World : ASU Celebrates Nat King Cole
World famous singer, musician , and actor Nat King Cole would have turned 100 years old this year. Wednesday a celebration was held on the campus of Alabama State University to celebrate…
Drug Traffickers Turning to East Coast Due to Increased Southwest Border Security
This week's staggering cocaine bust in Philadelphia is another sign that traffickers are turning to East Coast seaports as a result of increased law enforcement pressure along the country's southwest border. Federal law enforcement officials raided a container ship at…
