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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.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Ford recalls nearly 273,000 vehicles
Ford is recalling nearly 273,000 vehicles because they may roll away after the transmission is put into park.
CAMPAIGN 2026: State Representative Phillip Ensler of Montgomery running for lieutenant governor
State Representative Phillip Ensler of Montgomery has become the first Democrat to enter the race for lieutenant governor.
Two theft arrests made in Millbrook
Two young men have been arrested in Millbrook on theft charges.
World War II veteran from Montgomery celebrates 100th birthday
A World War II veteran in Montgomery has celebrated his 100th birthday.
Faulkner University marks a first as three nursing students accept apprenticeships
Faulkner University celebrates a milestone as three nursing students sign on for apprenticeships.
Swiftwater rescue training program coming to Montgomery Whitewater
Montgomery County officials have announced an Innovate Alabama grant that will start a swiftwater rescue training program at Montgomery Whitewater.
Montgomery man convicted of federal drug trafficking
A Montgomery man has been convicted of federal drug trafficking.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man killed in officer-involved shooting in Opp
A man who was the subject of a manhunt in Opp has been killed in an officer-involved shooting.
Girl injured in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left a girl injured.
Officials: Man suspected in Brown University shooting and MIT professor’s killing found dead
The search for the suspect in last weekend’s mass shooting at Brown University ended at a New Hampshire storage facility where authorities discovered the man dead inside and then revealed he also was suspected of killing a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor.
Cleanup begins at site of demolished Montgomery hotel
The City of Montgomery has started cleaning up debris from the former Country Inn & Suites Hotel on Carmichael Road that leaders say was an eyesore and safety hazard.
What's Happening: December 19-21
We're getting closer to Christmas, which means there are holiday events happening all over the River Region!
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, family among seven killed in North Carolina plane crash
A business jet carrying seven people, including retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family, crashed at an airport in North Carolina, killing everyone aboard.
Buddhist monks travel through Uniontown on Walk for Peace
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A group of Buddhist monks are walking through Alabama on a cross-country pilgrimage to the nation's capital. The group is traveling along U.S. Highway 80 East -- stopping…
Pike Road student does her part to help Friendship Mission
A Pike Road Intermediate School student launched a campaign to help people at Friendship Mission.
Faulkner University's Jones School of Law celebrates achievements
Faulkner University’s Thomas Goode Jones School of Law reports record enrollment and gains in student diversity.
Some Selma tornado victims still need help, nearly three years after the storm
Nearly three years after the tornado that hit Selma in 2023, some tornado victims still need help repairing their homes.
Autauga County Schools Superintendent lays out plan for schools
Autauga County Schools Superintendent Lyman Woodfin is sharing a report card on the school system with the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce.



