Video: 13 injured in Montgomery mass shooting, more than 600 rounds fired
A shooting occurred at a crowded party in the early hours of Sunday, June 23rd, leaving nine people shot and four more injured. At approximately 1:46 a.m., Montgomery Police Department and Firefighters responded to the area of North Pass Road and Alabama River Parkway for a report of a shooting victim. According to Mayor Steven […]
$25,000 reward offered for info on Montgomery triple homicide that included a father-son
Authorities are asking for the public's help in solving a triple homicide that happened at a Hispanic grocery store in Montgomery last week. A $25,000 reward has been offered for information leading to the capture of the shooter, and it has been offered by Montgomery City Council members Oronde Mitchell, Charles Ginright, Glenn Pruitt, Andrew […]
Montgomery voters back school tax renewal, secure $12m annually for education
To demonstrate civic engagement, Montgomery voters overwhelmingly supported The $3.5 million school tax renewal was a decision that underscores the community's unwavering commitment to improving local education. Securing a critical funding source for the next 30 years, this tax update will inject approximately $11 million annually into Montgomery Public Schools and benefit Pike Road School […]
Statue of Rosa Parks unveiled in downtown Montgomery
A new statue dedicated to civil rights legend Rosa Parks has been unveiled by the Equal Justice Initiative in downtown Montgomery. The group held a ceremony last week at the newly constructed Legacy Plaza to commemorate the occasion. “This Black History Month and Valentine’s Day, many of us want to express our love, gratitude, and […]
Republican hopefuls for 2nd congressional district speak on key issues at Montgomery forum
On Thursday, most of the seven Republican candidates for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District addressed voters at a forum at the Alabama Cattlemen's Association building in Montgomery. Former state Sen. Dick Brewbaker (R-Montgomery) said he has been married to his wife Ruth for 35 years. they have five children. “I served three terms in the Alabama […]
SPLC to host Selma The Musical in Montgomery on Feb. 23
On February 23, “Selma the Musical: The Untold Stories'' will be performed in Montgomery, sponsored by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and its project, the Civil Rights Memorial Center. JP Haynes, writer and director of Selma the Musical, said he was thrilled to bring the musical to Montgomery for one night only and to […]
Montgomery welcomes new F-35A fighter jets
Montgomery will soon become the official home of the most technologically advanced fighter jet on the planet. The Alabama National Guard's 187th Fighter Wing will begin housing the new F-35A fighter jet, which is more advanced than its predecessor, the F-16 Fighting Falcon, which left the base this year. “I can't express its importance enough. […]
Montgomery mayor meets U.S. Cabinet secretaries to discuss city’s future
In a series of strategic engagements, Montgomery Mayor Stephen L. Reed last week put the city's agenda at the center of the Biden administration, securing private talks with key U.S. cabinet members. This unusual series of one-on-one meetings with leaders such as U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and U.S. Education […]
Alabama Forestry Commission unveils new mural in downtown Montgomery
The Alabama Forestry Commission proudly announced that a downtown Montgomery mural created by an Alabamian from Alexander City has been officially added to the Alabama Mural Trail. The new mural was unveiled at a dedication ceremony and open house Thursday as part of AFC's 100th anniversary celebrations. Alabama Forestry Commission's new mural is 🔥 Today, […]
Montgomery named to NYT list of ’52 Places to Go in 2024′
new york times Added Montgomery, Alabama to the World list.52 places I want to go in 2024” The list includes popular destinations such as the Caribbean, Paris, Maui, and Vienna, as well as the capital of Alabama, which played a major role in the American civil rights movement. Elaine Grusak of the Times explained why […]
