Mainly dry with gradual warming this week, some rain this weekend
Monday morning temperatures fell into the 40s in most locations prior to sunrise. However, Monday afternoon trends much warmer, with high temperatures in the upper 70s.
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Father kills seven of his children plus another child in shooting at house in Louisiana, police say
A gunman in Louisiana killed eight children, including seven of his own, and shot two other people in a domestic violence attack.
Aubie the Tiger has breakfast with fans at Cracker Barrel in Opelika
Auburn fans and their families got to meet Aubie the Tiger, get pictures with him, and eat some special Auburn Tiger pancakes.
Man injured in Montgomery shooting
The shooting happened in the 1900 block of Bell Street.
Man killed in Friday shooting in Montgomery
It happened around 10:09 p.m. Friday in the 3200 block of Mobile Highway.
Two killed in Montgomery County crash
It happened around 5:30 a.m. Saturday on Interstate 85 near the 11 mile marker.
Hundreds come out to annual Pike Road Whiskey-A-Go-Go
The annual Pike Road Whiskey-A-Go-Go event brought out hundreds to try different whiskeys, listen to some blues, have some barbeque, and much more.
Hundreds bring their pets to Tuskegee University for annual animal health fair
Veterinary students and professionals gave free health examinations for pets and offered families a variety of vaccinations at a low cost.
Auburn University senior builds 22,700-piece LEGO model of campus with help from 200+ students
The student-designed LEGO model brings 160 acres of Auburn's campus to life.
Autism Support of Alabama to host Autism Walk in Montgomery
The Montgomery walk will take place on Saturday, April 25 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Bell Road YMCA.
Lots of fun events coming to Garrett Coliseum
Garrett Coliseum has lots of exciting events coming up over the next several weeks.
Ivy Foundation of Montgomery to host Derby Drawdown benefiting local youth
The event, which coincides with the Kentucky Derby, will take place on Saturday, May 2 at 4:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa.
Local talent to be on display this weekend at the Davis Theatre
The talent show will be held Sunday, April 19 at the Davis Theatre in downtown Montgomery.
"Largest capital project in history" coming to Auburn's Jordan-Hare Stadium
The Auburn University Board of Trustees has approved major improvements to Jordan-Hare Stadium, which are being called "the largest and most significant capital project" in the stadium's history.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Ford recalls 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks
Ford is recalling about 1.4 million F-150 pickup trucks in the U.S. because of a gearshift issue that may lead to the loss of control and a crash.
Fight outside Opelika restaurant leads to gunfire, police chase, arrests
A large fight outside an Opelika restaurant has led to three arrests and one person suffering a gunshot wound.
What the Tech: How to properly dispose of old electronic devices
Electronics contain materials that shouldn’t end up in landfills. But here’s the part most people miss: just because something isn’t worth money anymore doesn’t mean it’s useless.
Federal agency approves concept for President Trump's plan for a Triumphal Arch in Washington
President Trump’s design for the Triumphal Arch he wants built at an entrance to the nation's capital has moved a step forward after a key agency reviewed the proposal for the first time.
What's Happening: April 17-19
The weather will be warm and sunny, which makes it a perfect weekend to take in all kinds of events in the River Region!
Faulkner University working to keep teen drivers safe on the road
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which is one reason why Faulkner University wants to help teenage drivers stay safe when they hit the road.
Tuskegee University to host small animal health fair
The College of Veterinary Medicine is hosting the 2026 Small Animal Health Fair on Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Tuskegee University Veterinary Teaching Hospital on Hospital Road in Tuskegee.
YMCA of Greater Montgomery encourages kids to stay healthy this summer
The YMCA is hosting its annual Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 18 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Wilson YMCA on Wilson Park Drive.
Suspect dead in deputy-involved shooting in Lee County
Investigators say the suspect, identified as 36-year-old Wilder Cobon Gomez, a Guatemalan national, fired at deputies, hitting one in the arm.
President Trump says Israel, Lebanon have agreed to 10-day ceasefire
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, which could boost attempts to extend the ceasefire between Iran, the U.S. and Israel after weeks of strikes.
Ground broken for new community center in Montgomery
The new community center will be built on Woodley Road, just outside of the bypass.
