Expect daytime traffic delays on Interstate 85 in Montgomery
The Alabama Department of Transportation says road work will cause daytime traffic delays on Interstate 85 in Montgomery.
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Juvenile charged with two counts of capital murder in Montgomery fatal shooting
Montgomery police say a juvenile has been charged with two counts of capital murder in a fatal shooting that happened earlier this week.
Montgomery Attorney's Near-Death Experience Inspires New Health Journey
Mike Crow's brush with death led him to rethink his health—and embrace a proactive approach with the help of Plotline Health.
Food delivery driver arrested after Prattville teen dies in drowning
Prattville Police Chief Mark Thompson says officers responded to a home on Simmons Road Wednesday night after receiving a report of a possible drowning.
New commander takes charge of 42nd Air Base Wing at Maxwell Air Force Base
Col. Michael Gallucci is now the commander of the 42nd Air Base Wing at Maxwell Air Force Base.
Summer activities now underway at Montgomery Whitewater
Montgomery Whitewater's "Red, White and Tube" event will take place July 3 through 5.Â
Frank M. Johnson Institute to hold conference on using historic court cases in the classroom
The conference will take place June 9-11 at the Frank Johnson Courthouse in Montgomery.Â
Hutchinson Missionary Baptist Church to offer academic summer camp
Hutchinson Missionary Baptist Church is hosting Hutchinson Horizon starting June 8 through June 25.Â
What's Happening: June 5-7
Even though it will be warm this weekend, at least it will finally be dry for all of the outdoor events throughout the River Region!
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office opens substation inside Renaissance Hotel
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has officially opened its central district substation inside the Renaissance Hotel downtown.
Prattville police respond to a possible drowning
Police Chief Mark Thompson tells Action 8 News that officers were called around 10:32 p.m. to a home on Simmons Road.Â
Man arrested in deadly Tallassee double shooting
It happened Saturday in the 200 block of Gilmer Avenue.Â
Jackson Hospital issues warning of possible imminent closure if it doesn't get financial help
Officials at Jackson Hospital warn that they could soon announce its closure unless the hospital gets immediate financial help from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama. BCBS is now responding.
Maxwell Air Force Base & Trenholm State enter new partnership agreement
The new agreement is set to bring a new childcare apprenticeship and staffing program.
Millbrook man arrested for solicitation of a child
Police Chief PK Johnson tells Action 8 News that his department received a complaint that a 16-year-old male had been solicited by an adult male for pictures.Â
Attorney for District 3 Councilor Marche Johnson releases statement
An attorney representing Councilwoman Marche Johnson has released a statement refuting the allegations that she no longer lives in the district she serves.
Councilwoman Marche Johnson absent from Montgomery City Council meeting as questions swirl around her residence
Many questions continue to surround Councilwoman Johnson's residence as reports broke out over the weekend that she has a home in District 7, according to Montgomery County property records.
Sen. Tommy Tuberville releases tax returns, says he's lived in Alabama since 2018
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has released income tax returns, which his campaign says provides proof that he's able to run for governor in this year's election.
Man killed in Montgomery crash
The two-vehicle accident happened around 1:00 a.m. Saturday in the 5000 block of Carmichael Road.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Autauga County Sheriff's candidates speak at forum
The two candidates in the runoff for Autauga County Sheriff have taken time to address voters at a forum in Pine Level.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Qualifying ends for special primaries in Alabama Senate Districts 25 and 26
We now know who has qualified to run in the special primaries for Alabama Senate Districts 25 and 26, which cover Montgomery, Elmore and Crenshaw counties.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed announces revitalization plan for Fairview Farmers Market
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has unveiled plans to revitalize the farmers market on West Fairview Avenue.
Family wants answers about man who died during encounter with Prattville police
Family members of a man who died during an incident involving Prattville police say they want answers about his death.
Property Records: Montgomery City Council member lives in different district from one she represents
Property records show a member of the Montgomery City Council lives in a different district than the one she represents.
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.
