Dallas County man killed in pickup truck crash
A Dallas County man has been killed after crashing the pickup truck he was driving.
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Man arrested in Lowndes County murder
A man wanted in connection to a recent murder in Lowndes County is now in custody.Â
Lowndes Co. Sheriff's Office investigates a rash of shootings
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is killed -- and several other people are injured -- in a series of shootings in Lowndes County. Five separate shootings happened in the county --…
Turner appeals recount denial to State Democratic Executive Committee
Perry County Commissioner Albert Turner, Jr. has appealed to the state Democratic Party after local Democratic Party officials denied his recount request and election contest.
Safe from the Storm: 2026 Hurricane Season Begins
Action 8 News has a series of special Extra reports to prepare you for the 2026 hurricane season, which is now underway.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man wanted for attempted murder in Lowndes County turns himself in
Anyone with information on his whereabouts should call police or CrimeStoppers immediately at 334-215-STOP.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Two inmates in Perry County now in custody, 2 still remain at-large
The inmates, who were from Dallas County, escaped the facility around 1:00 a.m. Saturday.Â
Dallas Co. Commission approves county jail construction
The Dallas Co. Commission votes to approve a bid for the final phase of construction to repair the county jail.
One on one with Fort Deposit Mayor Madelene Means
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Voters in Fort Deposit elected a new mayor back in January. We caught up with Mayor Madelene Means to talk with her about her first 100 days in…
Two year old baby killed in early morning shooting in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Selma after a two-year old baby is killed in an early morning shooting. Police say the child was killed when someone fired…
Long-time Perry Co. Commissioner loses primary by one vote
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Long-time Perry Co. Commissioner Albert Turner, Jr. has lost his bid for re-election in a race that was as close -- as close can get. Marion businessman Donald…
Bicyclist killed after being hit by car in Dallas County
Alabama State Troopers say a bicyclist has been hit and killed by a car in Dallas County.
Dallas Co. community honors fallen heroes on Memorial Day
From the West Alabama Newsroom--- People in Dallas County honor the servicemen and women who lost their lives -- in service to the country. They gather every year at Memorial Stadium in Selma…
Man dies after boating accident on Lake Demopolis
A man has died after a boating accident on Lake Demopolis.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Two tornadoes confirmed in Marengo County
The National Weather Service office in Birmingham has confirmed that two tornadoes touched down in Marengo County in storms on Friday, May 22.
Passage of constitutional amendments impacts Alabama district attorneys
Alabama voters passed two constitutional amendments during Tuesday's primary election that impact district attorneys offices across the state.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Qualifying ends for special primaries for U.S. House
Qualifying has ended for the candidates running in the August 11 special primaries for four seats in the U.S. House.
Chamber of Commerce hosts small business workshop in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce hosted a workshop Thursday -- to help people in the area start and grow their own small business. Communities Unlimited -- was…
Woman killed in wreck on Interstate 65 in Lowndes County
A woman has been killed in a crash involving two SUVs and a tractor-trailer truck on Interstate 65 in Lowndes County.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Qualifying begins for special primaries for U.S. House
Qualifying is underway for the August 11 special primaries in four Alabama U.S. House districts.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Primary Election Results
Here are the latest Alabama state and local election results from Action 8 News:
CAMPAIGN 2026: Voters Guide for Alabama Primaries
The Alabama Primaries are Tuesday, May 19. Here is everything you need to know before you head to the polls.
Selma police detectives investigate city's 5th homicide of the year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- One man is dead and two others are hurt following a series of shootings in Selma over the weekend. Police say three unrelated shootings happened at three different locations…
1 dead, 2 injured in Perry County crash
The single-vehicle crash happened around 3:00 p.m. Saturday on Alabama 219 near the 12 mile marker.
Detroit businessman searches for Selma manufacturing site
A Detroit businessman who recently bought Selma business is looking for a site in Selma to manufacture the company's products.
