Local news Montgomery County breaks with city, votes down Jackson Hospital funds The 2–2 vote blocked $15 million in potential funding for the struggling hospital, leading city council members to warn people could die. Jacob HolmesDecember 19, 2025
Local news Montgomery police chief renews gun law push amid rising violence Chief James Graboys reported over 100 felony charges this month while urging legislative action to close perceived loopholes in Alabama's permitless carry law. Mary Claire WootenNovember 26, 2025
News Events announced to mark the 70th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott Seventy years after Rosa Parks’ arrest, civil rights luminaries and descendants will gather in Alabama to honor the movement’s legacy. StaffNovember 25, 2025
Public safety Gov. Ivey provides update on ALEA enforcement efforts in Montgomery State troopers completed the initial “Troop Zero” detail, issuing thousands of citations and boosting security around the Capitol Complex. StaffNovember 24, 2025
National “Billionaires Eat First” campaign kicks off in Montgomery Activists launched a campaign highlighting SNAP cuts, arguing Republicans prioritized tax breaks for billionaires over food assistance. Alex JobinNovember 14, 2025
Courts Gov. Ivey appoints longtime legal adviser Will Parker to Supreme Court Governor Kay Ivey named her general counsel, Will Parker, to the Alabama Supreme Court, filling the vacancy left by Bill Lewis. StaffNovember 10, 2025
Local news Mayor Steven Reed to represent Montgomery at Global Smart City Expo in Barcelona Reed will join a U.S. delegation at the Smart City Expo in Barcelona, engaging in discussions on urban innovation and inclusive city-building. StaffNovember 4, 2025
Local news Following rightwing uproar, Watkins Jr. bows out in Montgomery Following several days of turmoil over his selection as Montgomery's director of small and minority business, Donald Watkins Jr. is backing out. Josh MoonOctober 30, 2025
News Alfa Insurance begins construction at new home office location Alfa Insurance and the Alabama Farmers Federation launched renovations at their new corporate headquarters, a win for the Capital City. StaffOctober 27, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | A suspect in the Montgomery shooting is out on bond. Because that’s the law One of the basic principles in America is that we don't put innocent people in jail. And all Americans are innocent until proven guilty. Josh MoonOctober 21, 2025