Alabama’s Underrated City Near Florida’s Panhandle Offers Scenic, Diverse Trails And Southern Charm
While near the Florida Panhandle, you might be more focused on places like one of Alabama's most underrated cities, and a coastal escape with a pretty state park, Gulf Shores. Or, maybe you only know of larger destinations like Mobile, Alabama, and Pensacola, Florida. However, there is a charming small town in the...
This Alabama backcountry trail is ranked No. 1 by USA Today for walkers, bikers...
Alabama continues to shine on the national stage with yet another prestigious award . The latest recognition adds to a growing list of national honors celebrating the state's natural beauty, cultural richness and commitment to excellence in its communities. USA Today readers gave the top honors to this recreational...
First Alert Weather: Summer-like warmth for Easter Weekend, storm chances increase next week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - You can expect another very nice evening with milder conditions. Lows overnight will tumble into the 50s with a south wind at 5 to 10 mph. The weather still looks nice on Good Friday, with summer-like warmth in the mid-80s. The risk of stormy weather will...
Mom charged in death of her 4 month old baby
A Montgomery woman has been charged in the death of her child. The incident happened around 6:20 p.m. Saturday, April 5, in the 3300 block of Fountain Lane. Once officers arrived, they found a female infant unresponsive. The child, identified as 4-month-old Zuri McGhee, was taken to a local hospital for treatment...
Juvenile is 3rd suspect charged in fatal shooting of Montgomery 17-year-old
A juvenile has been charged in the shooting death of a 17-year-old in Montgomery. The suspect is the third person charged with capital murder in the slaying of Zaveon Simpkins. Montgomery police Sgt. Tina McGriff said the young male was taken into custody Wednesday. Authorities are not releasing his name...
Over 2,000 families take part in Centerpoint Fellowship’s Easter Fest
Centerpoint Fellowship Church of Prattville hosted their third annual Easter Fest in Prattville on Sunday. This FREE event at the church had 200 volunteers, 10,000 eggs for the egg hunts, and over 2,000 families that attended the event. Activities included ring toss, golf, duck pond, cupcake walk, face painting,...
House considers bill allowing state takeover of Alabama police departments
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Rep. Reed Ingram (R-Pike Road) said crime has gotten out of hand. He said his bill will do more to curb lawlessness in some Alabama cities. “I kind of think of the state being the parent, and the county and the municipalities being the siblings, kind of,” said Ingram. He said […]
Woman critically injured in Wednesday afternoon shooting
The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System hosted its monthly Veterans Town Hall. At the end of the 9-week online course, students will be certified to cultivate and sell medical cannabis. WSFA hosted First Alert Severe Weather Event in Millbrook. Updated: 8 hours ago. To help make sure people have...
Additional suspect charged in Forest Hills deadly shooting
Montgomery police have charged an additional suspect in a deadly Forest Hills shooting. The shooting happened on Friday, April 4 in the 3600 block of Madolyn Lane. Once officers arrived, they found 17-year-old Zaveon Simpkins dead from a gunshot wound. Police have charged 19-year-old Christopher Kelly and 18-year-old...
U.S. Marshals searching for wanted man in Montgomery area
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - U.S. Marshals are asking for public help finding a man wanted for robbery, according to Central Alabama Crime Stoppers. Authorities say Curtis Rodriguez Washington is wanted for a grand jury indictment for second degree robbery. Washington has friends and family in Montgomery, and police...