🌱 National Voting Rights Act Concerns + Ryan Street Shooting

Happy Wednesday, Montgomery! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 58 Low: 33.

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Here are the top three stories in Montgomery today:

1. The Supreme Court's decision to halt efforts to create a second majority Black congressional district in Alabama sparks national concerns about the Voting Rights Act. Black voters are 26 percent of Alabama's electorate and conservative map drawers have taken their voting power and consolidated it into one congressional district. The new concerns come at the heels of the failed federal elections bill from last month. (AP News)
2. A 16-year-old Montgomery boy has been charged with shooting a girl. According to Montgomery Police, Curtis London shot a girl in the 1100 block of Ryan Street. The girl is currently being treated at a local hospital for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. (Alabama News Network)
3. Montgomery Police Department is searching for a man who reportedly robbed a store at gunpoint. The suspect dressed wore a curly wig and women's clothes during the robbery. The incident occurred at the 10000 block of Chantilly Parkway and the items stolen were outdoor tools. (WSFA News)

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Today in Montgomery:

• E&C/PS At The County of Montgomery (10:30 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Montgomery Alabama Public Schools is celebrating the Forest Avenue Academic Magnet School's art teacher Rebecca Lee for being a WSFA-TV Class Act. (Facebook)
• Mayor Steven Louis Reed has expressed his support for the Montgomery Police Department. The MPD said that under Mayor Reed's leadership, they received double-digit raises and technology investments. (Instagram)
• Jannah Bailey has been named the new president and CEO of River Region United Way. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.