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CAMPAIGN 2026: Steve Marshall concedes defeat in GOP U.S. Senate primary

Steve Marshall has conceded in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, with unofficial results showing him placing third.

CAMPAIGN 2026: List of runoff races for June 16

Here is a list of the races that are heading to a June 16 runoff after the May 19 primaries.

What The Tech: Improvements to new televisions

The TV itself may finally be disappearing into the room instead of becoming the center of it.

Pay It Forward: Robert Moncrief of Wetumpka

We're told Robert Moncrief goes out of way to help anyone in need, whether he is on duty or off.

Autauga County Sheriff's race headed to a runoff in primary election

Incumbent Mark Harrell and challenger Ty Thompson are headed for a runoff in the Autauga County Sheriff's race

CAMPAIGN 2026: Tommy Tuberville Victory Speech

This is the victory speech of Tommy Tuberville after he won the Republican nomination for Alabama governor last night.

CAMPAIGN 2026: Doug Jones Victory Speech

This is the victory speech from Doug Jones after winning the Democratic nomination for Alabama governor.

Body of missing Tallassee boater found in Marshall County

Around 5:29 p.m. Tuesday, Jeremiah Gamble's body was located near the Honeycomb Campground area.

CAMPAIGN 2026: Primary Election Results

Here are the latest Alabama state and local election results from Action 8 News:

Jubilee Pops returns this weekend in the Capital City

The Montgomery Symphony Orchestra is having its annual Jubilee Pops concert at 7:00 p.m. on the lawn of the Alabama Department of Archives and History.

Aces Fore Austin tournament raises money for those impacted by rare genetic disease

The Austin 1st Foundation held its 4th Annual Aces Fore Austin Charity Golf Tournament at Robert Trent Jones Grand National in Opelika.

Voters head to the polls for Alabama's primaries

Alabama's statewide offices, including Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, and Ag Commission are on the ballot, as well as local races and constitutional amendments.

What The Tech: How to spot fake websites

Thanks to AI tools and copied website templates, scammers can create professional looking fake websites in just minutes.

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.

Man arrested in Covington County after chase that stretched through three South Alabama counties

The Covington County Sheriff's Office says a man faces several charges after a chase that went through three South Alabama counties.

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…

Bailey Klepac Talks To Action 8's Estee Morrison About The Zoobrews And Food Festival This Thursday, May 21 At The Montgomery Zoo.

Food, craft beer and live music return to Montgomery Zoo for ZooBrews

ZooBrews and Food Festival will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the zoo and the Mann Wildlife Museum, located at 2301 Coliseum Parkway in Montgomery.

Pets of the Week: May 18

This week we have Venus and Elliot.

What to expect in Alabama's primaries

Alabama voters will choose nominees Tuesday as planned for the 3rd, 4th and 5th Congressional Districts, as well as for U.S. Senate and a full slate of state and local offices.