Good morning, Montgomery.

Ford will recall nearly 273,000 vehicles due to a software issue that may let them roll away when in park.

The recall affects F-150 Lightning trucks from 2022 to 2026, Mustang Mach-E vehicles from 2024 to 2026, and Maverick pickups from 2025 to 2026, and letters will be sent to owners Feb. 2, 2026.

Walmart is recalling a popular Ozark trail product after reports of a serious burn hazard.

Customers in Montgomery who bought the item should stop using it immediately and follow Walmart's safety instructions.

MAX Credit Union was recognized as one of the forty Best Companies to Work For in Alabama on Dec.

18 after 12 consecutive years of excellence. The lender celebrates employee well-being with competitive salaries, training (including scholarships and volunteer support) and community programs.

Nineteen Buddhist monks and their dog continue a 2,300-mile peace walk as they reach Montgomery.

The group will start Tuesday at 7:45 a.m. at the Train Shed and later visit the Capitol and memorials to pray for healing and unity.

Autauga Prattville Public Library received a $50,000 T-Mobile Hometown Grant to convert a donated trailer into a community space for literacy and learning — Mayor Bill Gillespie said the project is part of broader plans that include about $300,000 to upgrade the library.

Stratagem strategist James Carville said Doug Jones is in the hunt for governor and leads by 20 to 25 points (he compared Tuberville’s approach to a low benchmark) as the race builds toward the 2026 contest.

Alabama rallied from a 17-point deficit to beat Oklahoma 34-24 in Norman (Dec.

19) as freshman Lotzeir Brooks scored two touchdowns. The win moves the Crimson Tide into the College Football Playoff quarterfinal against Indiana at the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1.

PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Montgomery, AL — Check for pricing — Enhance your project management skills with 32 hours of interactive classroom training and extensive resources.

Tierra Cali and Humberto Plancarte Live in Montgomery

9 p.m. — Noches Latinas — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with regional music and vibrant performances from top artists.

New Year's Celebration at YMCA Camp Chandler

Dec 30 1:30 PM – Jan 1 1:00 PM — YMCA Camp Chandler — Cost info not specified — Ring in the New Year Camp Chandler Style with festivities for all ages.

EJ Jones Live at SugaRay's

4:00 PM – 9:30 PM — SugaRay's — Ages 21+ — Experience the soulful sounds of EJ Jones performing his hit single “Gas Station” live.

PMP Certification Training Bootcamp

9 AM – 5 PM — Alabama State University — Tuition required — Enhance your project management skills and ensure a 100% pass rate on the PMP exam.