Gov. Kay Ivey declares September 4 as "College Colors Day" in Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey has welcomed college mascots from across the state to the Alabama Capitol as she proclaimed College Colors Day for Friday, September 4.
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Proposed Alabama car tag to honor Dolly Parton and her Imagination Library
As tributes pour in around the world for Dolly Parton, you have the chance to show your love for her right here in Alabama.
State of Alabama activates new emergency notification system
The State of Alabama has activated a new emergency notification system that will work alongside TV and radio stations to warn residents of life-threatening disasters.
Man killed in Coosa County crash
A man has been killed in a single-car crash in Coosa County.
State surplus property auction underway
The state is holding an online surplus property auction through Sunday, August 30.
Alabama high school football team finally ends its 101-game losing streak
An Alabama high school football team has finally snapped its 101-game losing streak, the longest in the country.
Fire destroys popular Panama City Beach souvenir store
Panama City Beach Fire Rescue was called around 6:00 a.m. to the Jaws Souvenirs on Thomas Drive.
Jury awards former Alabama basketball player $9.25 million in verdict against The New York Times
A jury has awarded $9.25 million in damages after finding that The New York Times defamed a University of Alabama basketball player by incorrectly reporting that he was at the scene of a fatal shooting in Tuscaloosa.
Montgomery Gray 8U softball team caps summer with World Series title
They beat teams from across the country, and Tuesday night the Montgomery Gray 8U softball team was recognized by the city council for winning a World Series championship.
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Extreme heat warning until 9PM
Most of the Action 8 viewing area is under an Extreme Heat Warning until 9PM Monday night.
Mobile murder suspect arrested in Greenville
It happened around 11:16 p.m. Wednesday in the 7600 block of Elm Court in Mobile.
Man put to death for 2021 rape, strangling of a 5-year-old girl in Phenix City
The State of Alabama executed Jeremy Williams for the 2021 rape and murder of the young Georgia girl.
Suspect dead in Birmingham officer-involved shooting
It happened around 12:35 p.m. Thursday in the 2700 block of University Boulevard.
Shake Shack to open third location in Alabama
Tanger Outlet in Foley announced Tuesday that Shake Shack will soon make its way to the shopping destination.Â
CAMPAIGN 2026: Special primaries Tuesday in some Alabama U.S. House districts
Voters in four of Alabama's congressional districts will be deciding nominees for the U.S. House of Representatives in special primaries.
Bobby Singleton elected as Alabama Democratic Party chairman
State Sen. Bobby Singleton (D-Greensboro) has been elected as the new chairman of the Alabama Democratic Party.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: State office building now bears the name of Gov. Kay Ivey
A prominent state government building in downtown Montgomery now bears the name of Gov. Kay Ivey.
Mayor, City Council Honor Montgomery’s World Champion 8U All-Stars
A huge honor for a Montgomery baseball team. After winning a World Series championship, the AUM Traditional 8U All-Stars are being recognized by city leaders.
Montgomery City Council delays votes on $375M bond proposal, Short Term Rental regulations
Members of the Montgomery City Council want more details before voting on a $375 million dollar bond initiative. An ordinance regulating short term rentals is also being revised.
Seeds of generosity are producing a harvest of hope through Manna House in Montgomery
What started with paper bags of food has grown into a mission capable of serving a thousand meals a day. How Manna House is bringing Montgomery together to feed the hungry.
TSA finds stolen Civil War-era cannonballs in passenger's suitcase at Gulf Shores airport
A TSA agent discovered a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Gulf Shores International airport, law enforcement officials say.
Fatal industrial accident under investigation in Chilton County
The Chilton County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal industrial accident.
Man convicted of raping, strangling five-year-old girl in Phenix City set for execution in August
An Alabama death row inmate is closer to his execution date next month.
Birmingham Stallions professional football team leaving the city
The Birmingham Stallions UFL professional football team will be leaving the Magic City.
15 men arrested on prostitution charges in Shelby County, including sports figure
Fifteen men have been arrested on prostitution charges in Shelby County, including a former sportswriter who has a position with Yea Alabama, which handles NIL for the University of Alabama.
