A crash in Barbour County has left one man dead
A man dies after his motorcycle crashes into a tree.
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Ballet and the Beasts returns to the Montgomery Zoo September 29
The Montgomery Zoo will also be accepting non-perishable and canned food donations for the Heart of Alabama Food Bank.
Lane closures to begin on I-85 starting Monday for road project
The auxiliary lane will allow traffic entering the interstate at Exit 11 to travel and exit the interstate at Exit 9 without merging into the flow of traffic.
Tallassee murder suspect arrested in Butler County
Smith was wanted for a murder that happened Wednesday in the 100 block of Washington Street.
Death investigation opened after Troy police officer dies unexpectedly
Chief Sam Green said the department has opened up a death investigation, but no foul play is suspected.
Invasive Grass Threatens Cattle Farms and Timberlands
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An invasive grass is spreading across Alabama -- threatening two of the state's biggest agricultural resources. Cogongrass is an invasive species of grass -- that's spreading throughout Alabama --…
What the Tech? Amazon announces new features for Alexa
Amazon has announced new Echo devices along with some new features for all Alexa devices.
What the Tech? Listen to the new ringtones on iOS 17
Apple has released new ringtones and alert tones for the first time in a decade. Two dozen of them!
Alabama Forestry Commission issues statewide fire alert
The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a statewide fire alert, effective immediately.
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.
