Good morning, Montgomery.

Downtown Montgomery’s only grocery store—Knicker Knacker Market—is closed after owner Ron Dean got locked out with his inventory remaining inside due to a $17,000 rent shortfall.

He has run the store for nearly two decades since arriving from the Bahamas and now seeks help from the local community.

A Montgomery man (28 years old) was arrested after a carjacking led officers on a high-speed chase on Brookwood Drive that ended when his car lost control and crashed on Elsmeade Drive, and he was charged with attempting to elude law enforcement.

Montgomery police arrested a juvenile around 4:13 p.m. Saturday near West Fairview Avenue and Court Street after the suspect allegedly stole a car— authorities say the investigation is ongoing.

An Episcopal church honored Jonathan Daniels (the civil rights leader who gave his life 60 years ago to save another person) today with a memorial service that highlighted his lasting legacy.

Federal judges ordered Alabama to use its court-selected congressional map until a new plan based on 2030 Census data is enacted—rejecting a request to apply Voting Rights Act preclearance rules.

The decision keeps a district with a Black voter majority in place for the upcoming elections and leaves future redistricting to the Legislature.

The American Civil Liberties Union of Alabama is launching Atoning Alabama—a series of seven free workshops designed to help people understand the parole process and navigate the justice system.

The first workshop will be held Saturday, August 16 at 10 a.m. in Montgomery at the Sheridan Heights Community Center.

Today, State Superintendent Eric Mackey explains new school year policies while State Sen. Chris Elliott appears in studio to address the end of peak beach season and Mobile Bay dredging—issues that are set to affect coastal plans.

Luke Lawson and Nick Frazier, elected Boys Nation President and Vice President, share their experience with American Legion Boys State—offering local viewers insight into youth leadership.

Hog Days of Summer BBQ & Music Festival 2025

2-8 p.m. — Alabama Union Station — Tickets required — Experience a sizzling BBQ and live entertainment at one of the summer's top festivals.

PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training

9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Montgomery, AL — Price to be confirmed — Enhance your project management skills with comprehensive CAPM training and real-world applications.