What the Tech: How to avoid becoming the victim of a smishing scam
Smishing scams, delivered through text aim to trick you into calling a number or clicking a link, often leading to financial losses.
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Norah O’Donnell to step down from CBS Evening News
CBS Evening News anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell has announced that she will step down from the anchor desk after election day to take on a new role at the network.
Acting Secret Service director says he’s “ashamed” after Trump assassination attempt
The Secret Service’s acting director says he considers it indefensible that the roof used by the gunman in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump was unsecured.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Montgomery police make arrest in fatal shooting
Montgomery police have made an arrest after a fatal shooting.
Asher HaVon talks about national TV exposure, upcoming Selma concert
Recording artist Asher HaVon appeared on Action 8 News to talk about his national TV exposure and his upcoming concert in Selma.
Some drivers ticketed for speeding in Tuskegee to get refunds
Hundreds of drivers who paid fines from speeding cameras in Tuskegee will get full refunds, the mayor confirmed.
TIME Magazine names Montgomery Whitewater one of its “World’s Greatest Places”
TIME Magazine has named Montgomery Whitewater as one its “World’s Greatest Places” for 2024.
FBI: Trump agrees to be interviewed about assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump has agreed to be interviewed by the FBI as part of an investigation into his attempted assassination.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Alabama prison commissioner responds to complaints
The Alabama Department of Corrections, which faces criticism from families of inmates, says it’s working to address ongoing challenges in the state prison system.
Biden unveils plan to change U.S. Supreme Court
President Joe Biden has unveiled a long-awaited proposal for changes at the U.S. Supreme Court, calling on Congress to establish term limits and an enforceable ethics code for the court’s nine justices.
