Many Alabama school systems are already back in session. But one Alabama lawmaker has a problem with the early start. Rep. Craig Ford is proposing that school start just two weeks before Labor Day. These days, the beginning of August…
As Alabama Democrats head into what they hope will be a rebuilding year, some are arguing for new party leadership. The Alabama Democratic Party executive committee meets Saturday in Montgomery to elect a chair person. Longtime chairwoman Nancy Worley will…
A state appeals court has upheld the capital murder convictions of a man sentenced to die for killing a friend in southeast Alabama six years ago. The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals refused Friday to overturn the conviction of Justice…
Funding from the black Belt Community Foundation has allowed the Head Start/Early Head Start program in Linden to open in a new location. The 13,350 square foot building includes four Early Head Start and three Head Start classrooms.…
The federal government recorded a $76.9 billion deficit in July, with increased government spending and tax cuts keeping the country on track to record its biggest annual deficit in six years. The Treasury Department reports that in the first 10…
The Montgomery Police Department held its promotion ceremony Friday morning at City Hall. A total of 20 officers were promoted to the ranks of police sergeant, lieutenant, captain and major. The ceremony also included the swearing in of chiefs of…
Thursday, August 9th, four members of a drug trafficking organization based in Lee County pled guilty to charges against them on the second day of their trial, announced United States Attorney Louis V. Franklin, Sr. Their guilty pleas bring the total…
A three-month operation focused on reducing violent crime in Selma and the Gulf Coast region resulted in federal charges against 24 defendants, with about 50 guns seized, announced U.S. Attorney Richard…
The Montgomery Police Department says a body was found in the 1500 block of South Hull Street about 7 a.m. this morning. Police say a man was found dead at the scene. Montgomery police are investigating the cause of…
Both Republican Jannah Bailey and Democrat Rhonda Oats spoke to the Halcyon Neighborhood Association. They say they are looking to bring fresh vision and perspective to the board. Jannah…
Alabama State Troopers are investigating what caused a deadly four-car crash in Macon County Wednesday morning. Troopers say 71-year-old James McCorvey of Columbus, Georgia and 39-year-old Derrick Shelton of Prattville died in that crash Highway 80, east of Tuskegee. Authorities…
Former Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley is attempting to revive his battered reputation on social media after his administration ended in scandal. The former governor has launched the "Bentley for Alabama" website and reactivated his social media accounts. The website discusses…
For many people, Montgomery is a tourism destination and city and county leaders are doing everything they can to keep people coming back to the Capitol City. Darren Bater of Canada, is …
School faculty and staff are always looking to improve their academics. Thursday was the beginning of the school year for Troy City Schools and Pike Liberal Arts, and improvement is…
Armed DEA Agents raided the Montgomery family medicine practice of Doctor Richard Stehl as well as his home this morning and left with materials. Stehl faces charges of illegally distributing controlled…
For a person experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts. Experts say the chances for survival decrease 10% with every minute you wait to get medical attention. That's why the Montgomery County…
The University of Alabama is set to finish several renovations before classes start this month. Reports say renovations to a dining hall, residence hall and engineering building will be finished by Aug. 22. The director of dining service, Kristina Patridge,…
Montgomery police have charged Karon Burgans, 26, with chemical endangerment of a child. These charges come after an infant under her care tested positive for narcotics. MPD arrested Burgans at her home in Montgomery and placed her in the Montgomery…
Democratic gubernatorial challenger Walt Maddox has launched a series of videos about Republican Gov. Kay Ivey's refusal to debate. The campaign posted the first video on social media Thursday. It shows an empty debate podium with "Kay Ivey" written on…
The Alabama Supreme Court has stayed the trial of a Montgomery police officer facing murder charges. Aaron Cody Smith was scheduled to go to trial Monday on murder charges for the…
Since the opening of the Equal Justice Initiative's Peace and Justice Memorial and Legacy Museum, thousands of people have flocked to Montgomery, giving other downtown businesses and attractions a boost in traffic. Over 100,000…
With the return of school comes the return of school traffic. The Troy Police Department is urging drivers to be cautious now that all county and city schools will be in session…
Police in Montgomery say a body found in the ditch line of a city street is that of a 16-year-old boy. Reports say that police made the announcement Tuesday, after his body had been found on Saturday afternoon. Montgomery police…
MPD and Fire Medics responded to the 1700 block of Hamlet Court shortly after 4:30 a.m.. There, they located two individuals who had sustained gunshot wounds. One of the shooting victim wounds are considered life-threatening and one is considered serious. Both were…
Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange delivered an optimistic budget message for fiscal year 2019. He says the budget forecasts revenue of $250 million, the first time the city has ever reached that milestone. Strange made his comments at Montgomery City Council…
