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Montgomery Mayor Urges Help in Absence of SNAP

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MONTGOMERY, Ala.--In his monthly press briefing Wednesday, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed asked people to continue helping and even to step it up for people who are unable to buy groceries. The government shutdown may be over soon, but has not ended and SNAP benefits are... Read More.

Warming Center Hours for Monday Night

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MONTGOMERY, Ala.--In accordance with the City of Montgomery and the Emergency Management Agency’s cold weather plan (i.e., to provide a warming center when temperatures are forecast to be below 32 degrees for 4 hours or more), on Monday, November 10, 2025 from 7:00pm to... Read More.

Ivey Proclaims Veterans Week in Alabama

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MONTGOMERY, Ala.--As the United States of America approaches its 250th birthday, Governor Kay Ivey has proclaimed Wednesday, November 5 through Tuesday, November 11, as Veterans Week in Alabama, honoring the more than 400,000 veterans who call the state home and reaffirming Alabama’s... Read More.

Blue Cross, Ala. Medical Assoc. Make Promises on Coverage

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MONTGOMERY, Ala.--Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama and the Alabama State Medical Association say they have reached some agreement on changes to health care coverage in the state and that includes a promise to never use AI in the decision-making process. Both entities promise that AI... Read More.

Johnny Moss, III Sworn in as Mayor of Selma

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SELMA, Ala.--Johnny Moss, III was sworn in as mayor of Selma Monday, along with members of the city council. The mayor called for everyone to work together for the betterment of the city. “Even if your vote was cast for someone else, I believe God still... Read More.

Changes to SNAP Rules: You Must Prove You Work

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WASHINGTON--If you get SNAP benefits, you should be aware of the changes to the program that took effect this weekend. The new restrictions and requirements require most people applying to provide proof that they work. More than 700,000 people in Alabama get SNAP benefits, according... Read More.

Halloween Shooting Likely a Murder-Suicide

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MONTGOMERY, Ala.--Montgomery Police say a shooting that happened Halloween night was likely a murder-suicide. When police arrived on the scene at Haynes Lane near Perry Hill Rd., about 10:45 Friday, they found a woman dead and a man who had a life-threatening gunshot wound. He died... Read More.

Changes to Alcohol Sales Proposed for Safety

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MONTGOMERY, Ala.--You may be affected by some of the proposed changes being offered by the state's Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, at the request of Gov. Kay Ivey. The proposed changes are in response to a shooting in downtown Montgomery Oct. 4, where two people were... Read More.

HBCU CARES Appoints Dr. Brittany A. Holloman as Executive Director

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HBCU CARES Appoints Dr. Brittany A. Holloman as Executive Director Birmingham, AL — HBCU CARES, a leading coalition committed to advancing the impact and innovation of Historically Black Colleges, Community Colleges, and Universities across Alabama, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Brittany A. Holloman as its... Read More.