Columbus man shot, killed in overnight Phenix City homicide
PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WRBL) — A Columbus man has been shot and killed in an overnight Phenix City homicide, according to Russell County Coroner Arthur Sumbry. According to Sumbry, 44-year-old Rodney Jermaine Clark of Columbus was found early Sunday morning with a single gunshot wound to his head just outside of a residence located at 514 4th St.
AI police scanner apps spreading false emergency reports
A current surge in mobile police scanner apps is using artificial intelligence to monitor emergency radio communications and transmit real-time warnings to the public. Yet first responders across the country caution that the technology is prone to errors, leading to false alerts and unnecessary panic. Unlike conventional scanner feeds, these...
CACC takes history classrooms into the community
Prattville, Alabama- Central Alabama Community College is demonstrating its commitment to experiential learning by sending history students beyond the classroom into local communities. This semester, 55 students are actively preserving, documenting, and sharing the rich history of central Alabama through a series of local service projects. Recently, 24 students conducted...
Parade of Pumpkins sets the stage for fall fun in Prattville
Fall is about to take over downtown Prattville as the City of Prattville hosts its eighth annual Parade of Pumpkins Oct. 16-31, bringing thousands of decorated pumpkins, family activities, local art, live entertainment and more to Historic Downtown Prattville. “The Parade of Pumpkins celebrates community, family traditions, and the many...
Huntingdon pulls away early to take 31-20 win over Greensboro
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Efficiency was the name of the game Saturday as Huntingdon pulled away from Greensboro early before holding off a fourth-quarter comeback attempt to handle the Pride for the second straight year. After giving up two touchdowns to Greensboro in the first quarter, Huntingdon took control of...
Damage reports begin, utility crews start power restoration following Hurricane Isaias
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Thousands of people across South and Central Alabama are waking up without power Saturday morning. The outages come after Hurricane Isaias left behind downed power lines, fallen trees, and damage to homes and businesses. In Montgomery County, major roadways are being blocked by downed trees and...
Tracking Isaias: Central Alabama Damage Reports, Road Closures and Safety Alerts
Why do officials warn against approaching downed power lines?. Reports of hazardous conditions are beginning to emerge across Central Alabama as weather conditions develop overnight as a result of Hurricane Isaias. Updates will be provided as reports of storm damage, blocked roadways, and other disruptions are received and verified. JEFFERSON...
New York man, 2 companies agree to $1M settlement over false claims
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A New York man and two companies he operates agreed to pay $1 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act, according to the Department of Justice. The settlement with Ranga Ranganathan, Nielsen Hardware Corporation and J&P Khamken Industries was unsealed this week...
Back the Blue cookout expresses appreciation for First Responders in Elmore County
Senator Will Barfoot and Representative Reed Ingram visited first responders at a Back the Blue Cookout event at Trinity Episcopal Church in Wetumpka. The room quickly filled with firefighters, police officers, and state troopers, who enjoyed hot dogs, hamburgers, and drinks together. Toward the end of the event, Senator Barfoot...
NO CONTEST: Montgomery Academy races past Pike Liberal Arts
Unbeaten Montgomery Academy knew Pike Liberal Arts has been struggling this season, but it didn’t stop the Eagles from practicing and playing to their standard. As a result, a highly efficient MA squad took advantage of an overmatched Pike Lib team, rolling up 14 first downs in 21 first-half plays on the way to a 49-7 homecoming victory at McLemore Field on Thursday night.
