Seeking Unique Montgomery Experience Gifts for Parents
In search of the perfect Christmas gift for their parents, a social media user reached out to the community for suggestions on giftable experiences in Montgomery. The parents, a couple in their 50s who are relatively new to the city, would appreciate a thoughtful gift such as a picnic package, a reservation at a...
‘Vote like lives depend on it’: Montgomery police chief slams constitutional carry ‘loophole’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Montgomery Police Chief James Graboys released updated crime statistics and called for the close of a constitutional carry “loophole” Tuesday during his monthly media briefing. The chief strongly advocated for requiring “legal identification when concealing a weapon,” and spoke at length on...
18-year-old pedestrian killed in Montgomery hit-and-run
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - An 18-year-old pedestrian is dead after a hit-and-run collision Friday, according to the Montgomery Police Department. Police responded to the 1200 block of East South Boulevard at about 2:20 a.m. on reports of a pedestrian-involved crash. Shelby Mcghee Jr., 18, of Montgomery, was found...
Funeral arrangements announced for Larry James, missing boater recovered in Hale Co.
The Black Contractors Association Alabama Chapter (BCAAC) announced the funeral services and celebration of life for founding member, Larry James, owner of James Paving. James' body was recovered was recovered Friday after days of searching the Black Warrior River. In a statement BCAAC SAID, " Mr. James was a highly...
National Guard soldier deployed to District dies in off-duty incident
A soldier from the Alabama National Guard sent to the District as part of Joint Task Force-D.C. died in a non-duty-related incident in the city earlier this month, officials said.
Alabama teens charged with multiple PCB car burglaries
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Bay County Sheriff’s Office announced on Tuesday that they have arrested two people connected to a series of vehicle burglaries in the Panama City Beach subdivision known as the Oaks. Law enforcement said during the early morning hours on November 18, 18-year-old...
Alabama ‘Teacher of the Year’ Arrested After Video Allegedly Shows Her Beating 12-Year-Old Son...
MOBILE, ALABAMA — A 2nd-grade teacher who was recently named Teacher of the Year at an Alabama elementary school has been arrested and fired after a disturbing video allegedly showed her beating her 12-year-old son with a belt, according to investigators. Authorities identified the suspect as Nicole Staples, a...
Alabama–Mississippi – Tornado Watch: Dangerous Storm Risk, Alert in Effect Until 6 PM Today
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Birmingham, AL – The National Weather Service issued Tornado Watch 641 for much of central and western Alabama, effective until 6 PM CST Tuesday. The alert also includes parts of southern Mississippi as...
Alabamians protest against Medicaid, SNAP cuts in Montgomery
People who expect to be impacted by the upcoming Medicaid and SNAP cuts delivered Eulogies to bring attention to Alabamians they say could die as a result.
Alabama Power freezes rates but there’s a catch
Alabama Power filed a proposal with the Alabama Public Service Commission on November 21 to maintain current electricity rates through 2027. The announcement breaks from typical utility practices and comes after discussions between the company, the commission and the Alabama Attorney General’s Office. Moses Feagin,...

















