Ground broken for new Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences in Demopolis
Gov. Kay Ivey and other leaders have broken ground in Demopolis for the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences, which will be a residential high school for students statewide.
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Troy University ensuring that military members can continue education during government shutdown
During the government shutdown, Troy University is ensuring service members can continue their education without interruption.
First students graduate from Apple Education program in Montgomery
A graduation ceremony has been held to honor the first participants in the Apple Foundation program.
Prattville police officer arrested in Millbrook
A Prattville police officer has been arrested in Millbrook, according to Prattville city leaders.
ONLY ON 8: Final day of the Great Alabama 650
Action 8 News partnered with the Alabama Scenic River Trail to bring you daily coverage of the annual event.
Grammy-winning R&B singer D’Angelo dies at 51
D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” music video, has died. He was 51.
Opelika police searching for robbery suspect
The Opelika Police Department needs your help finding a robbery suspect.
Alabama State University announces that YMCA is coming to campus
Alabama State University and the YMCA of Greater Montgomery have announced that a YMCA facility is coming to the ASU campus.
The Helpers Tent comes to Capri Theatre in Montgomery
A traveling festival of hope has made its way to the Capri Theatre in Montgomery.
Second suspect arrested in Montgomery mass shooting
Montgomery police have announced the arrest of a second suspect in the October 4 mass shooting downtown that left two people dead and a dozen others injured, some critically.
