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YMCA of Greater Montgomery hands out toys for Christmas

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery collected toys for 12 days at its multiple locations across the River Region.

Salvation Army distributes toys just in time for Christmas

The Salvation Army of Montgomery held its Distribution Day Saturday.

Groups partner to host two toy giveaways in Selma

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two gift giving events in Selma are making sure that hundreds of children have a Merry Christmas this holiday season. The 11th Annual Books -- Basketballs-- and Baby-Dolls…

Pay It Forward: Netty Hunter

The Vance Law Firm and Action 8 News are paying it forward to another unsung hero in our community.

Buddhist monks make stop in the Capital City

Organizers say the purpose behind the Walk for Peace is to promote hope, harmony and healing for people everywhere.

What The Tech: Last-second Christmas gift ideas

From books to apps, here are some simple gift ideas for when you accidentally forget someone on your list.

Second baby surrendered in Safe Haven Baby Box in Montgomery

Officials say they responded after the alert was activated and found a healthy new born boy.

Source: Crimestoppers / Tuskegee Suspect Vehicle

Tuskegee Police: Car used in November double homicide found burned

According to Crimestoppers, police say the blue four-door Eco Sport was found burned in a wooded area near Washington Street in Tuskegee.

Police release identity of man killed on East Patton Avenue

It happened around 6:39 p.m. Saturday in the 500 block of East Patton Avenue.

City property paving project underway in Valley Grande

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A paving project is underway in Valley Grande that aims to improve public access to city properties. The parking lot at Valley Grande City Hall is now a…

Pets of the Week: December 22

This week we have Eggnog, Jack Frost, and Bluey.

What the Tech App of the Day: iExit

iExit has been popular for years with truckers and RV travelers, but families and everyday road trippers are finally catching on. It takes the guesswork out of highway stops and can save you from settling for fast food when something much better is just a mile or two away.

8-year-old dies in Montgomery apartment fire

It happened around 8:09 a.m. Sunday in the 3900 block of Woodley Road.

Two injured in Montgomery shooting

It happened around 5:26 p.m. Saturday in the 2600 block of E. South Boulevard.

Man dead in Montgomery shooting

It happened around 6:39 p.m. Saturday in the 500 block of East Patton Avenue.

Man's body found beside highway in Bullock County

The victim was found Saturday morning in a ditch on Highway 51 in the Oak Grove community in Midway.

Report: Auburn student on plane that crashed in North Carolina, killing seven, including retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle

An Auburn University student was killed in the plane crash in North Carolina that killed retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, according to multiple reports.