Witness to History
Rarely does a person's journey through life intersect with many major moments in history. For former longtime CBS news photographer and Prattville resident Clarence Gibbons that has definitely been the case.
News
Coyote Sightings in Area Neighborhoods
Some Cloverdale residents say with alleged sightings on several streets in the Cloverdale- Idlewild area they are a little concerned.
First Step In Beautification Process Complete At Lincoln Cemetery
After nearly 2 years of work, a Montgomery cemetery with history of being an eyesore has finished the first step of its beautification process.
Wetumpka Downtown Redevelopment Finally Underway
It's hard to miss the construction going on down here. The latest project has been replacing a water line.
Controversy Continues Over Obama Visit and 50th Celebration Events
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Controversy continues to swirl around President Obama's visit to Selma -- and some of the events planned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Movement.
Electric Charging Stations Now in Greenville for Tesla Car Owners
Tesla electric car owners have a place to stop and charge their cars in South Alabama.
CHHS Sees Increased Graduation Rate
There's good news in Troy about how many students are making it through high school.
Controversy Is Brewing Over Obama's Visit to Selma
Controversy is brewing over President Obama's visit to Selma -- and some of the events planned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Movement.
Dog Attack in Troy Results in One Dog Shot
A dog attack in Troy results in one dog shot and killed and a woman with bite injuries.
Prattville Police are Looking for Two Men Who Robbed The Hampton Inn
Authorities in Prattville are looking for two men who robbed the Hampton Inn.
NASA Remembering 17 Astronauts Killed in the Line of Duty
NASA is remembering 17 astronauts who were killed in the line of duty and dozens more who have died since the agency's beginning.
Luther Strange Announced Arrest of Sonia Coleman on False Claims With Al Medicaid
Attorney General Luther Strange announced the arrest of Sonia Judd Coleman, 34, of Bessemer, on four counts of filing false claims with the Alabama Medicaid Agency and one count of first-degree theft of property.
Artur Davis Reaction to Mayor Strange City Address
Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange delivered his state of the city address last night. And his opponent in the upcoming election - Artur Davis - is speaking out about it.
First Time in Four Months Gas Prices Are Going Up
For the first time in four months the gas prices are going up.
Medical ID Cards Ready in March for Individuals with Autism
The Legislature passed a law last year to create for the cards. A proponent of the ID cards should be ready in March.
Man Convicted of Killing Motorist After Car Collision
A man will spend life in prison after being convicted of killing a motorist after a car collision in Montgomery County.
Tuscaloosa VA Director Moving to Augusta VA Hospital
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - The Department of Veterans Affairs is moving the director of the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center to Augusta, Georgia, to run the troubled Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center. The VA announced that Maria Andrews will move to…
Gadsden's Tougher Smoking Ban Takes Effect Sunday
A tougher smoking ordinance goes into effect Sunday in Gadsden.
Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange Delivers "State of the City"
Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange appeared on CBS 8 tonight to deliver a "State of the City" address.
Drivers with Autism Disorders Get Identification Cards
The state health department will soon provide cards for Alabama drivers who have been diagnosed with autism disorders.
1 Child and 3 Police Officers Recover after a House Fire
Authorities say a child was severely burned in a house fire in Calera.
Opponent Artur Davis Responds to Mayor's State of the City Address
In his State of the City address Wednesday evening, mayor Todd Strange highlighted Montgomery's best achievements.
One Year Later: Winter Storm 2014
If you were living in Montgomery this time last year, you can probably remember what you were doing -- whether it was at home or on the road. That's when the city shut down because of its icy conditions. But Montgomery city leaders say they've made changes to how they would deal with the cold weather today.
AUM Professor Still Waiting on his Same-Sex Lawsuit Against State
A local professor is still waiting to see how the courts will rule in his case against the state regarding same-sex marriage.
