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Two men charged with copper theft in Troy
Troy police have arrested two men in a copper theft investigation.
MACS: Another 75 illegal machine gun conversion devices seized in Montgomery
ALEA says the Metro Area Crime Suppression (MACS) unit has taken another 75 illegal machine gun conversion devices off of the streets of Montgomery.
Man killed in Montgomery shooting
A man has been killed in a shooting, prompting Montgomery police to launch a homicide investigation.
Woman killed in Dallas County crash
A woman has been killed in a one-vehicle crash in Dallas County.
What the Tech: What parents need to know about Instagram's efforts to stop sextortion
Instagram is increasing efforts to stop sextortion. But how?
What the Tech: How to block fake news on social media
Should you stop using social media to get news? One professor says yes.
Two arrested after Prattville police chase ends in Montgomery
Two people have been arrested after a police chase from Prattville to Montgomery.
Two men dead after shooting in Montgomery
Two men have died after an overnight shooting in Montgomery.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man found not guilty of fatal shooting in Autauga County
A man who was charged in a fatal shooting in Autauga County in 2022 has been found not guilty, according to his attorney.
One dead, three hurt in crash on Interstate 85 in Opelika
A wreck on Interstate 85 in Opelika has left a man dead and three others hurt.
New inclusive playground dedicated on Pike Road's Founders Day
The Children's Depot is located at 4902 Pike Road.Â
Rabid kitten found in Auburn
State health officials confirm that a rabid kitten has been found in Auburn.
Fire Danger Advisory issued for 22 Alabama counties
The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a Fire Danger Advisory for 22 Alabama counties due to warm and dry conditions.
McDonald's says onions from produce company linked to deadly E. coli outbreak
A produce company was the source of fresh onions linked to a deadly E. coli food poisoning outbreak at McDonald’s, company officials say, as other fast-food restaurants are pulling onions from some menus.
What's Happening: October 25-27
It's the weekend before Halloween, which means there are plenty of fall activities happening all across the River Region.
Montgomery 14-year-old arrested for making terroristic threat in Opelika
A 14-year-old from Montgomery has been arrested by Opelika police on a felony charge of making a terroristic threat.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Jackson Hospital names financial restructuring leader
Montgomery's Jackson Hospital & Clinic says it has named a leader to help it with financial restructuring after it missed making a $60 million bond payment last month.
Man dies in fiery crash in Opelika
A man has been killed in a fiery one-vehicle crash in Opelika.
Five people shot at Montgomery apartment complex
Three adult males and two juveniles were injured in the shooting on Wednesday evening around 6:15pm.
Montgomery County voting deadlines fast approaching
Absentee applications must be mailed in by next Tuesday, October 29th.
Dutch Bros Coffee coming to Prattville
The drive-thru coffee shop is expected to open sometime in the first quarter of 2025.Â
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Honda recalls 720,000 vehicles
Honda is recalling about 720,000 vehicles because of a possible problem with the fuel pump.
Correctional officer at Kilby Prison arrested
A correctional officer at Kilby Prison in Montgomery County has been arrested, according to court records.
Assault in Macon County Jail leaves inmate dead, another inmate charged with murder
An assault inside the Macon County Jail has left an inmate dead and another inmate charged with murder, according to ALEA.



