Alabama Forestry Commission issues statewide fire alert
The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a statewide fire alert, effective immediately.
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Auto workers union expands strike to 38 locations in 20 states
Union workers have walked out of 38 parts-distribution centers operated by General Motors and Stellantis but are sparing Ford from further shutdowns.
What's Happening: September 22-24
Looking to celebrate the start of fall? There's plenty of ways to do it this weekend in the River Region!
UPDATE: Missing Child Alert canceled for Opp teenager
ALEA has canceled the Missing Child Alert for 15-year-old Sarah Jean Campbell.
UPDATE: Tallassee Police identify murder suspect
Tallassee police have now identified the suspect wanted for murder.
Montgomery Whitewater classes teach kids how to kayak and become kayaking instructors.
The after-school program is a way to get middle school and high school students outside and into the water.
Disabled veteran in Marion unable to get city water connection
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A disabled Army veteran in Marion -- says he's been waiting for over a year to get city water at his house -- along with three other families. David…
Tuskegee University Announces NFL Stadium Project
The National Football League in partnership with Tuskegee University is taking steps to ensure students have hands-on experience to help gain employment in the NFL.
Man charged with shooting, killing black bear in Elmore County
A man faces state charges that he shot and killed a black bear in Elmore County.
16-year-old shot and killed in Montgomery
Montgomery police have launched a homicide investigation following a 16-year-old's shooting death.
Man charged with stealing ambulance from Taco Bell in Greenville
A man is charged with driving off in an ambulance at the Taco Bell in Greenville.
Tallassee police investigating fatal shooting
Tallassee police are investigating a fatal shooting and are seeking the public's help.
Man, woman injured in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a man and a woman injured.
I-Team Cold Case: 2014 murder of Rahulkumar Patel
Patel was shot and killed as he worked his shift at Troy Highway Package Store.
City council looking to bring city-wide camera system to Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma continues to look into bringing a city-wide camera system to the city. Three companies demonstrated the capabilities of their camera systems to a special committee…
EPA Investigates Alabama Coal Ash Toxin Dangers
The EPA is cracking down on the harmful effects that coal ash may be rendering to Alabama communities-- The agency promising earlier this year to regulate coal ash facilities that are found in violation of the law.
Biden administration announces $600 million to produce COVID tests; will reopen website to order them
The Dept. of Health and Human Services says orders can be placed at COVIDTests.gov starting Sept. 25.
Montgomery police officer hurt in chase that ended with wreck that injured three others, including 2-year-old child
A Montgomery police officer has been injured after a chase ended in a wreck.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Kraft recalling some American cheese
Kraft Heinz says it's recalling more than 83,000 cases of individually-wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese.
Alabama school band director says he was "just doing my job" before being arrested
An Alabama high school band director says he was just “doing my job” when police arrested him and shocked him with a stun gun after he refused to immediately stop the band as it played in the bleachers following a football game.
Montgomery group donates booster seats to two MPS Pre-K programs
Child Passenger Safety Week runs September 17-23.
Montgomery County Commission approves nearly $145 million budget
The approval marks a $12 million increase over the FY 2023 budget.
Two injured in Montgomery shooting
Officers and fire medics were called around 7:25 p.m. on Tuesday to the 8300 block of Grand Oak Court in response to people shot.
Montgomery man charged with murder
Montgomery police have charged a man with murder in a fatal shooting.
New state laws target retail thieves and gang-related crimes
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- New state laws are now in effect that could mean stiffer sentences -- for people convicted of retail theft -- and gang-related crimes. Dallas County District Attorney Robert Turner,…
