ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers talks about Trump endorsement in Lt. Gov. race
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers reveals whether he believes President Trump's endorsement in the lieutenant governor's race could shake up the field.
Campaign 2026
CAMPAIGN 2026: Track the candidates who've qualified for races
Friday, January 23 is the deadline for candidates to qualify for the Democratic and Republican primaries. See the list of qualified candidates here.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Hampton Harris enters District 2 Congressional race
Montgomery native Hampton Harris has qualified to seek the Republican nomination for the U.S. House District 2 seat.
CAMPAIGN 2026: State Rep. Phillip Ensler kicks off campaign for lieutenant governor
State Rep. Phillip Ensler (D-Montgomery) has kicked off his campaign for lieutenant governor.
Dallas Co. Sheriff Mike Granthum to retire, won't seek re-election
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Big news coming out of Dallas County tonight regarding Campaign 2026. Action 8 News has learned that Sheriff Mike Granthum -- will not seek reelection this year. After…
Tuberville files paperwork to enter Alabama governor's race
Republican U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville filed paperwork Monday to officially enter the 2026 race for Alabama governor.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Andrew Sorrell changes mind, seeks re-election as state auditor
Qualifying is underway for candidates wishing to run in Alabama's Democratic and Republican primaries. We have already seen a surprise involving State Auditor Andrew Sorrell.
CAMPAIGN 2026: State Representative Phillip Ensler of Montgomery running for lieutenant governor
State Representative Phillip Ensler of Montgomery has become the first Democrat to enter the race for lieutenant governor.
Former Alabama QB McCarron ends candidacy for Alabama lieutenant governor
On Wednesday, McCarron released a statement saying he has decided to accept a new career opportunity in football.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Democratic former U.S. Senator Doug Jones launches campaign for Alabama governor
Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones, the last Democrat to hold statewide office in Alabama, has kicked off his campaign for governor.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers looks ahead to 2026 elections
Political Analyst Steve Flowers outlines what to expect in the 2026 elections, including the chances that gambling could be put on the November ballot.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones enters Alabama governor's race
Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones has entered the race for Alabama governor.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron enters lieutenant governor's race
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron has announced that he's entering the Republican race for lieutenant governor in next year's elections.
Only on 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses races for Lt. Governor, Attorney General and Secretary of State
Our political analyst Steve Flowers is sharing his insight into what he believes will be some of the most competitive races in Campaign 2026.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Sports commentator Paul Finebaum considering run for U.S. Senate
Alabama's U.S. Senate race may get another candidate, one who is familiar to those who follow sports on TV or radio.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Morgan Murphy enters U.S. Senate race
U.S. Navy Reserve Capt. Morgan Murphy is entering the race for Alabama's open U.S. Senate seat.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Lee McInnis enters Third District U.S. House race
Democratic candidate Lee McInnis has announced that he will challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers in Alabama's Third Congressional District.
Only on 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses races for U.S. Senate, Lt. Governor and Attorney General
Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers is sharing his expertise on the races for U.S. Senate, Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General.
CAMPAIGN 2026: State Rep. Rhett Marques enters District 1 Congressional race
Republican State Rep. Rhett Marques has announced that he is entering the U.S. House District 1 race.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Former Congressman Jerry Carl wants to return to Capitol Hill
Former District 1 Congressman Jerry Carl wants to return to Capitol Hill after losing his seat last year.
