Megan Montgomery Case; I-59/20 Project Update: December In Review

BIRMINGHAM, AL — December is almost over — as is the year and the decade — and looking back on the month, several news items graced the headlines on Patch that received local and statewide attention.

An update to the I-59/20 bridge construction project gave Birmingham motorists some hope, news on some high-profile crimes came to light this month, and the 5 Points South neighborhood of Birmingham was made an official entertainment district.

Here are just some of the stories that made headlines on Patch in December:

Megan Montgomery's Husband Charged With Capital Murder

Jason Bragg McIntosh, 45, has been charged with capital murder in the shooting death of his wife, Megan Montgomery, according to the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office.

I-59/20 Construction: ALDOT Eyes January Completion

What has been one of the most extensive and — unfortunately disruptive — traffic projects in Birmingham in decades may finally be completed in the next several weeks.

Former Water Works Board Chair Released, Sentenced To Probation

Former Birmingham Water Works Board Chair Sherry Lewis was sentenced De. 12 sentenced to 36 months probation, 400 hours of community service, court costs and fines for ethics violations.

Kamille McKinney Suspect Says She Witnessed Sexual Assault

One of the two suspects in the kidnapping and murder of 3-year-old Kamille McKinney told police that she witnessed the other suspect in the case sexually assault the young girl.

5 Points South To Become Entertainment District

For decades, Birmingham's 5 Points South has been one of the areas to go for night life, but the Birmingham City Council this week solidified that by designating the neighborhood as an official entertainment district.