Troup burglary, murder trial, gambling: Top stories on News 3 (April 25, 2024)

Olivia Yepez

April 25, 2024 at 4:00 PM

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Stolen Ford F-150 recovered following arrest of Troup County burglary suspect

Prosecutors seek death for Opelika mom and man accused in murder of one-year-old

Down to the wire, legislators determine the fate of gambling in Alabama

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