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Concerns over discipline arise after Ala. fire officer was demoted over alleged comments, social media posts
DECATUR, Ala. — Mayor Tab Bowling last month demoted Decatur Fire & Rescue Lt. Kevin Jackson, a 20-year firefighter and vocal supporter of a man killed by Decatur police, for allegedly making a distasteful comment in front of civilians during an emergency; however, the civilians at the scene say they didn’t hear or see anything inappropriate.
Here's where to get free school supplies and backpacks in the Montgomery area
A plethora of back-to-school events are aimed at helping Montgomery families get their kids school supplies. Montgomery Public Schools will resume classes Aug. 8. Students need to be prepared with school supplies, and several Montgomery organizations have stepped in to help. City of Montgomery giveaway. Where: Multiplex at Cramton Bowl,...
Here's what happens to Alabama ballots after presidential ticket shakeup
State officials confirmed Monday that Alabama ballots for the general election will have the Democratic candidates for president and vice-president listed as chosen at the party's convention next month. President Joe Biden has withdrawn from the race, and he has thrown his support to Vice-President Kamala Harris to lead the...
Sen. Katie Britt slams Kamala Harris as ‘last person who should be entrusted with our nation’s future’
As national Democrats began lining up behind Vice President Kamala Harris following President Joe Biden’s decision to suspend his re-election campaign, Alabama Sen. Katie Britt Sunday blasted Harris for her record with the administration. “Changing the president in this case isn’t going to change the policies,” Britt told AL.com...
Be prepared for strong thunderstorms in North Alabama Sunday evening
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 7:57 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 8:45 p.m. for Madison, Morgan, Marshall and Jackson counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 7:57 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Owens Cross...
Below average temperatures continue as rain chances remain elevated
Monday: Scattered showers and a few storms will be around for much of the day, increasing in coverage during the afternoon and evening hours. High temperatures will be in the middle 80s while the humidity remains very high. Tuesday-Thursday: Temperatures will continue to stay below average over this week as consistent cloud cover and waves […]
Update: Flood advisory affecting Alabama until Sunday night
An updated flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 8:27 p.m. in effect until 11:30 p.m. for Bullock, Montgomery and Pike counties. The weather service says, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas....
Gospel Events Calendar Updated for our area
SUN – Jul 21 – 5 PM – Michael Combs returns to Hunting Ridge Church of God, 305 Selma Highway for another great concert. SAT – Jul 27 – 6 PM – The Chuck Wagon Gang will be in concert at New Ebenezer Baptist Church, 2764 New Ebenezer Road, Lapine. No admission charged and a love offering will be taken up.
Alabama native Nick Dunlap wins 2nd PGA TOUR event
TRUCKEE, California. (WBRC) - For the second time this season, Alabama native Nick Dunlap has won on the PGA TOUR!. Dunlap carded a final round 62 and finished the event with 49 points to win the event that was being played near Lake Tahoe. This weeks PGA TOUR event at...
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