Equal Justice Initiative opens Montgomery Square
The Montgomery-based Equal Justice Initiative has opened Montgomery Square, its latest Legacy Site downtown. EJI says Montgomery Square is dedicated to the “Montgomery Decade that Changed the World”, from 1955 to 1965. That period began with the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955 and concluded with the...
Civil rights advocates rally at Bridge Crossing wreath-laying event
Organizers of the Montgomery Bridge Crossing event say it's a reminder of the importance of voting as they believe some lawmakers are trying to limit that right.
Montgomery factory announces $200 million expansion, 200 jobs created
Hyundai Power Transformers USA Friday announced a $200 million expansion of its Montgomery manufacturing operations. The move will create about 200 jobs and significantly increasing the factory’s domestic production capacity for large power transformers. “This expansion reflects our long-term confidence in Montgomery...
NAACP Bridge Crossing Gala held in Montgomery
Community leaders and politicians gathered to honor Alabama's voting rights legacy and recommit to advancing equal voting rights.
Alabama Forensics Confirms Suicide in TikTok Creator Riziki Ilenre’s Death
Tragic End to a Promising Life (Image Credits: Unsplash) Montgomery, Alabama – The Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences has officially ruled that TikTok creator Riziki Ilenre died by suicide.[1] Tragic End to a Promising Life Authorities discovered the 27-year-old during a welfare check on December 12, 2025. She...
Round of strong to possibly severe storms today
A round of strong to potentially severe storms is expected to track across north Alabama this afternoon. Strong wind gusts up to 60mph are the primary concern with a lesser chance of seeing hail or a tornado. Heavy rain and lightning can also be expected. Storms will most likely impact...
Man shot outside Quik Pawn Shop in Montgomery
A man is fighting for his life after a Friday morning shooting, the Montgomery Police Department confirmed.
Firefighters extinguish blaze at Prattville home
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - Firefighters were called to the scene of a house fire Friday afternoon near Prattville High School. The blaze started at a home on Moses Rose shortly after 1 p.m. PFD crews initially had to shut down Moses, which had some effects on traffic to and from...
ASU hosts Montgomery .AI Summit
Alabama State University is taking steps to educate the public on how AI is reshaping learning, work and public service.
Alabama racing commission failed to collect full taxes on Victoryland betting machines, audit finds
A report from the Alabama Department of Examiners of Public Accounts shows that the Macon County Racing Commission failed to collect the full amount of tax due from Victoryland Casino for two years. The audit covers the years 2021 through 2024 and shows a sharp increase in revenue collected by...
