Montgomery Alabama

Downtown Montgomery is increasing its accessibility with the addition of a new sensory trail guests can preview July 30.

The M Transit and the City of Montgomery are holding special celebration in honor of the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. On July 26, individuals with disabilities are invited to enjoy complimentary rides as a token of appreciation and support for their rights and contributions to the community.

Montgomery is one of 21 communities across the country receiving funding from the Biden-Harris Administration to create more lower-cost housing options.

A shooting at a crowded party in Alabama’s capital left 13 people injured — nine of whom were shot. Officials said Sunday that four other people were injured in the subsequent chaos.

A prominent Alabama theater company is debuting a new one-woman show by a Mobile playwright. The Alabama Shakespeare Festival in Montgomery is hosting the world-premiere of “Zelda in the Backyard" with showings running through June 30.

The Montgomery Zoo is announcing the birth of male bison, Appa, which took place on May 26. The baby and mother recently made their public debut on in the North America viewing exhibit with staff closely watching.

Juneteenth is a holiday synonymous with freedom in America. Rosa Parks Museum has long been celebrating the observance, even before its national recognition. This year’s event marks the ninth anniversary of its celebration, making the museum one of the first large-scale Juneteenth events offered in Montgomery.

The Southern Poverty Law Center, a legal and advocacy group, is laying off employees. The union that represents workers there says the organization is laying off more than 60 employees.

The construction of a new Alabama Statehouse, now underway in Montgomery, and related projects such as a parking deck and new green space has a new price tag. Lawmakers were updated this week.

The application period for the Alabama State Office's new Advocacy Institute is soon closing. Submissions for the inaugural class are being accepted through Tuesday, April 30.