Man sentenced to life in prison for November 2022 kidnapping and murder
Montgomery County District Attorney Azzie Oliver tells Action 8 News that Judge Tiffany McCord sentenced Jeffrey Pruitt to life in prison for his involvement in the crime.
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Man sentenced to life in prison for November 2022 kidnapping and murder
Montgomery County District Attorney Azzie Oliver tells Action 8 News that Judge Tiffany McCord sentenced Jeffrey Pruitt to life in prison for his involvement in the crime.
Fire destroys vacant building in West Montgomery
It happened around 6:46 p.m. Friday in the 1600 block of Mobile Road.
Black bear spotted in Montgomery
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources confirmed to Action 8 News that the bear was seen near Forest Avenue Academic Magnet School.
Still hot, humid, but rain chances rise this weekend, early next week
Chances for rain remain elevated this weekend. However, Saturday and Sunday still look like hot and humid days, with high temperatures in the low to mid 90s and peak heat index values near or over 100°.
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Woman injured in Montgomery domestic situation
It happened around 8:45 a.m. in the 5100 block of Carmichael Road.
Alexander City man arrested for possession of crack cocaine
The Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office says 49-year-old Anthony Eugene Lewis was arrested Friday after deputies executed a search warrant at his home.
Montgomery man charged with receiving stolen property after brief pursuit
It happened around 7:25 p.m. Thursday in the 4000 block of Rosa L. Parks Avenue.
Lee County bridge replacement begins Monday
The bridges over Choctafaula Creek, south of Exit 50 on I-85 north and south, will be replaced starting Monday.
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Body named SWAC Preseason POTY
Alabama State Quarterback Andrew Body has been tabbed as the SWAC Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, while multiple other Hornets have earned first- and second-team honors.
Two US soccer team staff members suspended by FIFA for Belgium World Cup game
Two staff members of the U.S. soccer team were suspended by FIFA from Monday’s round of 16 game against Belgium. FIFA did not explain why it imposed the discipline on team manager Sam Zapatka and U.S. Soccer Federation vice president of security Frank Pannell.
Belgium beats U.S. 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals
The United States’ hopes for a deep World Cup run at home have ended, as Belgium exposed the Americans’ defensive liabilities in a 4-1 win that earned a quarterfinal berth.
LeBron James not returning to Lakers, plans to play 24th season elsewhere
LeBron James will not be back with the Los Angeles Lakers and plans to play a record-extending 24th NBA season elsewhere.
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