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911 Call: NASCAR's Kyle Busch short of breath, coughing up blood before death

NASCAR driver Kyle Busch experienced shortness of breath, felt he was overheating and was coughing up blood the day before his death, according to a 911 call.

Man convicted on several federal charges during Montgomery crime spree

A man has been convicted on federal robbery and firearm charges following an armed crime spree in Montgomery.

Lockheed Martin breaks ground on Pike County expansion project

Lockheed Martin has broken ground on its new Munitions Production Center in Pike County, which will nearly double the space for its missile defense operations.

ALEA launches "101 Days of Summer Safety" campaign

With the start of Memorial Day weekend, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is launching its annual “101 Days of Summer Safety” campaign, that will last through Labor Day.

Montgomery Regional Airport announces Jenkins as new executive director

Loyd Jenkins becomes the eighth Executive Director in the airport's history.

What The Tech: Technology for those who have trouble hearing

Whether it’s a TV setting, a soundbar, or wireless hearing aids, there are now more ways than ever to make TV dialogue easier to hear.

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…

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Boy pulled from Montgomery community center pool dies

The 13-year-old boy who was pulled from a community center pool by the Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department has died.

Gov. Kay Ivey presents America 250 Alabama Celebration at Capitol

Gov. Kay Ivey, legendary country music superstar Randy Owen and other dignitaries helped present the America 250 Alabama Celebration at the Capitol.

What's Happening: May 22-24

You have several events to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend as you take time to remember those who gave their lives for our country.

Pike County jury deliberates for 15 minutes before convicting man of murder

A jury in Pike County only needed 15 minutes before convicting a man of murder.

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Missing Child Alert canceled for Monroe County teen

The missing child alert for 15-year-old Kindyll Dianne Barber has been canceled.

Pedestrian struck, killed in Montgomery

Montgomery police are investigating a fatal accident involving a pedestrian.

U.S. Supreme Court stops State of Alabama from executing convicted killer

A divided U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed Alabama's appeal to allow the state to execute a convicted murderer who was found by lower courts to be intellectually disabled.

Butler County student wins Big Gobbler photo contest

A student from Butler County has won the 14th annual Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association Big Gobbler Photo Contest, with two other area youths taking second and third place.

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.

Man injured in early morning shooting in Montgomery

Police say they were dispatched to a local hospital around 1:53 A.M. in reference to a person shot.

What The Tech: Is an anti-virus software needed for smartphones?

Most people do not need an antivirus app on their phone. But that doesn't mean smartphones are perfectly safe.

Montgomery County sheriff thankful that voters approved Aniah's Law expansion

Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham joins several Alabama mayors in expressing thanks that voters have approved an expansion of Aniah's Law.

Autauga Co. Sheriff's race headed for Republican Primary runoff

The Republican Primary of the Autauga County Sheriff's race is headed for a runoff. Incumbent Sheriff Mark Harrell faced off against three challengers in the race. On Tuesday, Autauga County voters cut that field…